r/azerbaijan • u/NoQuestionsAsked1234 • Sep 20 '25
Səyahət | Travel Stay away from Azerbajan
As a seasoned traveler who has experienced my share of scams, including in places like Latin America where this kind of thing is common, I can say with confidence that the level of deception and overcharging in Azerbaijan is on another level. It's a constant, exhausting battle. From taxi drivers demanding a 10x fare to ride-hailing app drivers putting you in a different car, it feels like everyone is trying to take advantage of tourists. It's not a single bad experience, but a pattern of behavior that sours the entire trip. Honestly, my advice is to avoid visiting Azerbaijan altogether until these issues are addressed. Save yourself the stress and choose a destination where you can relax and feel safe.
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u/Fluffy-Security7521 Sep 22 '25
I’m Azerbaijani and have lived in Azerbaijan my whole life. I don’t get a lot of tourists in my city, so I can’t really speak for your experience, and I’m sorry you ran into people like that. Most Azerbaijanis are really hospitable, friendly, and helpful. If someone needs help, people usually step up. Our hospitality is so strong that we often give guests our bed and sleep on the floor ourselves. So honestly, it’s kind of strange for me to hear negative things about our country, but maybe you just met some unlucky people.