by Tina Hsiao and Jules Kay
There are plenty of good bargains to be had in the markets of Asia.
But the most important thing to keep in mind when psyching yourself up for a bout of haggling is that you win some, you lose some.
As long as you're happy with what you paid, don’t stress too much when you find out that the guy in the next stall was offering the same tacky tourist trinket for a buck less.
But if it's the kill of the prices that thrills you, try these bargaining and shopping tips from experienced locals.
Early bird gets the saleFrom Hong Kong to India, Asian vendors believe that the first sale of the day will release the floodgates for business to flow forth.
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