Don’t worry, everyone gets caught in a tourist money trap. Case-and-point: I live in Manhattan and I’m sometimes forced to eat in Times Square. The National Geographic article, “51 Ways to Cut Vacation Costs,” has a good dose of preventative measure. My favorite tip is the last one:

“Be wary of hors d’oeuvres you didn’t order—they’re not always complimentary. In some parts of the world (think Portugal and France) these appetizers come with a price, and no matter how much you eat, you’ll be billed for the lot.”