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Scam protection – The most common travel scams

Last updated: July 2, 2021
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Savanna Cheri
Savanna Cheri
Scam protection – The most common travel scams
Page Contents
  1. IN THE MAIL
  2. ONLINE
  3. OVER THE PHONE / TELEMARKETERS

We all want to get the most bang for our buck when planning our vacations, and we all want to find great deals while we’re traveling. It’s wise to keep an eye out for potential savings or good deals on unique items when we’re exploring other states, cultures, and countries.

The problem, of course, is that scammers know we’re looking, and they’re looking for us, hoping that we’ll fall for whatever they’ve cooked up.

Here are five of the most common travel scams — and some easy tips to help you or someone you love avoid becoming the next victim.

IN THE MAIL

You come home from running errands and grab the mail. In the stack, you see a postcard or “official” looking envelope declaring that you’ve won a luxurious trip to a fun and exotic location.

Why it’s a scam: Often these scams use vague language by offering free airfare, but give no real, concrete information about the trip — and here’s the catch — or the many, many fees you will be required to pay that can often add up to thousands of dollars. In addition, these “free trip” solicitations are often lead-ins to lengthy sales pushes on time-share investments.

How to avoid becoming a victim: If something seems too good to be true, it likely is. Jennifer Karchmer, a staff writer for CNNMoney, says, “Before you pay for any travel package, get all the details in writing, including the total cost and refund policy.” If a company isn’t willing to do this, head for the hills and don’t look back.

ONLINE

In this scenario, you receive an intriguing email that invites you to visit a website. On the site page, you’ll be invited to fill out a form in order to be entered for a chance to win a free vacation to a popular destination like Florida, the Caribbean, or Mexico.

Why it’s a scam. Magically, when you fill out the form, you will then receive an email congratulating you on being a winner — and prompting you to call an 800 number, at which point you will be asked to give your credit card number to “hold your spot” and claim your prize. You will likely never hear from this company again after that phone call.

How to avoid becoming a victim: Never, never, never give your credit card information over the phone unless you know the company you are dealing with (like your bank, or a company that you make purchases from often and know their track record).

OVER THE PHONE / TELEMARKETERS

Your phone rings (usually during dinner) and you are enthusiastically informed that you’ve won a free cruise or trip. Like the promotional postcard or mailer, the language they use will be intriguing but extremely vague — words like luxury, exotic, five-star, once-in-a-lifetime — and the pressure will be strong to make a decision immediately.

Why it’s a scam: Reputable travel agents do not need to use such heavy-handed tactics. They will gladly outline any details you ask for — timing of the trip, any associated fees, allowances, total costs, restrictions, and refund policies. They’ll take the time to walk you through everything. They will not ask for credit card info over the phone on a first call, if ever.

How to avoid becoming a victim: Above all, listen to your gut. If something seems fishy, pay attention to that and confidently say, “No.” Karchmer’s advice: “Request that your phone number be added to their ‘do not call’ list and get off the phone as quickly as possible.”

The Better Business Bureau (which allows you to check the reputation of any real business) offers these five simple Scam Red Flags:

Salespersons who use high-pressure tactics, like demanding your credit card number before explaining all the conditions of an offer.

Postcard or fax promotional mailings that require you to pay a fee or to purchase membership in a travel club, in order to claim a vacation or travel prize.

Low rates on air travel requiring you to purchase an additional ticket for a companion.

Offers by companies attempting to subvert U.S. postal authorities by requiring a messenger or courier to deliver the travel package to you in exchange for your payment.

Companies that require you to wait at least 60 days before taking your trip.

In any of these situations, it is perfectly acceptable for you to flatly refuse and exit the conversation immediately. It’s your money, and your time: you get to choose to spend them wisely. Stick with agents and companies whose reputations you trust, and make the most out of every trip you take!

Savanna Cheri
Savanna Cheri
Author at Luxewomentravel.com
Savanna Cheri is an author at the Luxe Women Travel site, where she covers great insights into traveling and dating abroad. Besides covering topics on mail order brides, she shares interesting info about everything related to traveling. She’s an ideal guide if you’re interested in meeting international women for marriage and determined to get a mail order bride. Don’t miss your chance to learn more from her articles.
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