Tout
An example would be a person who frequents heavily touristed areas and presents himself as a tour guide (particularly towards those who do not speak the local language) but operates on behalf of local bars, restaurants, or hotels, being paid to direct tourists towards certain establishments.They may charge exorbitant fees upon arrival, possibly using threats to ensure payment.[3] In the sports betting world, a tout is someone who sells picks of winners against the spread and the over/under.Most touts are scam artists and most don't have a long term winning record.The practice of touts working on the street to attract customers to night clubs and bars is very common in the entertainment tourist areas of Japan (particularly those of Roppongi and Kabukicho), Hungary,[4] Turkey, Serbia,[5] and Spain.