negrilbound - it seems like maybe you read just the first 2-3 pages of replies before posting.

Many people chimed in later with the consensus being that it was not the experiences of the OP that they disagreed with. In fact most people agreed the hagglers can be a problem and offered techniques on dealing with them so they don't affect the vacation.

What many of us objected to was the OP's calling them "scammers" and "fools". Rob's post probably said it best, but also many others explained, that if someone makes a post with such a disparaging tone - it's only natural they will get back replies of a like kind. Posts complaining about hagglers and asking for advice is probably one of the most common topics here. Most times the replies acknowledge that and offer helpful tips. Very few get flamed, unless they start off with the attacking tone like this one did.

Read the entire thread and I think you will agree. If not, no problem - everyone is entitled to their opinion.