Hangzhou: 3 Days, Ripped Off 3 Times!
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There's more to this story, please see Part 2 (FYI, the OP isn't a pushover – those who deserved it have already faced the consequences).
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Exactly! Problems should be addressed. I hope it's organized much better next time.
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Honey, I actually live near the convention center and I've never even heard of these places you stayed at, which just shows how shady they must be. Next time, try booking a chain hotel like Hanting Inn for a few potential dates in advance (there are some near the venue), and then cancel the unnecessary ones once the event dates are set, haha! Also, for taxi scams or check-out disputes, don't hesitate to call the police or a consumer hotline; they usually resolve things quickly.
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I snagged my tickets on the 15th, booked a room on the morning of the 16th, and got to Hangzhou that same afternoon. For events like CP31, honey, most people book hotels super early. My original booking was cancelled, and since I heard CP tickets were tough to get, I waited until I had my ticket to book a room. By then, almost everything was already taken.
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Definitely stick to booking legitimate hotels.
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Next time for sure. Lesson learned the hard way.
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The Grand Convention Center is quite remote, so it's mostly surrounded by countryside. The places they call 'hotels' there are often just unlicensed rural guesthouses or private B&Bs, and they seem to operate with impunity. I'd really advise sticking to chain hotels or bigger, more reputable establishments.
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'Operate with impunity' – OMG, that's spot on!
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Do ride-hailing apps have a base fare too? I thought only regular street-hailed taxis had that.
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Yes, that's what it shows on the app.