Shameless rise of the 'beg-packers': Astonishing phenomenon of Western backpackers who beg for money

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Shameless rise of the 'beg-packers': Astonishing phenomenon of Western backpackers who beg for money to fund their travelling as they journey through some of the world's poorest regions



A rising number of Western backpackers begging to fund their trips through southeast Asia has caused outrage among locals, who say they are taking money from the truly needy. Residents also complained that the 'beg-packers' seem to be openly flouting rules on busking, such as in Singapore, where you require a work permit to perform for donations. Similar tactics have also caused outrage online, where people often use crowdfunding or charity websites to ask for money to fund their trips.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...fund-trip.html

[zhaoyun]

I don't know why locals should be outraged, just don't give them any money.

Most of the backpackers who would do these are total bums though. Just people who don't want responsibilities and want to just always be on the high of enjoying life, seeking adventure. Eventually, age catches up with them in a cruel way.

[JMack]

Degenerates.