When shopping in Ciudad del Este, avoid 'street guides', warns retailers

The campaign is for visitors to have a 100% safe experience in the imported goods trade on the other side of the Friendship Bridge.


The advice continues: when shopping in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay, consumers should avoid “street guides” or “tour advisors”. The warning comes from Technical Chamber of Commerce and Services from the neighboring city.

The campaign aims to ensure the safety of visitors, for a 100% pleasant experience in the imported goods trade on the other side of the International Friendship Bridge. The tip is to seek guidance from official and reliable information and authorities.

“Do not trust improvised guides and avoid accepting help from people who approach you on the street,” emphasizes the chamber of commerce. The information campaign is aimed at tourists and shoppers in Ciudad del Este.

The entity points out that there are numerous stores and shopping malls with a reputation, which guarantee reliability at the time of purchase, compatible prices and quality. Therefore, the interference of so-called “shopping guides” is unnecessary.

Ciudad del Este

The Chamber of Commerce and Services provides complete guidance to visitors for an incredible shopping experience:

  • make a list of what you need so you don't forget anything;
  • review real-time currency conversion to measure product value;
  • Have the documentation on hand to avoid setbacks.

Ciudad del Este is one of the largest import centers in the Americas. Stores, shopping malls and duty-free shops offer a range of international brand products at discounted prices.

Visitors will find a full range of computer and electronic products, home goods, perfumes, sneakers and clothing. The drinks range is widely known and a great choice for the end-of-year festivities.

Ciudad del Este is much more than a shopping center: it offers a shopping experience combined with integrated tourism in the Three Borders region. The combo includes a variety of attractions in Foz do Iguaçu and the flavors of Argentine cuisine in Puerto Iguazú.

Safety Guide

Entities in the tri-national region have made the Shopping Guide for Visitors to Foz do Iguaçu available for free online access. The guide provides ten tips to ensure an unforgettable experience in the Three Borders region. See here.

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