Travel scams refer to fraudulent schemes or deceptive practices that target travelers with the intent to steal money or personal information. These scams can take various forms, including fake travel agencies, misleading advertisements for vacation rentals, and counterfeit tickets or bookings for flights and tours. Scammers often exploit the excitement and vulnerability of people planning trips, using tactics such as overly attractive deals, pressure to act quickly, and impersonation of legitimate travel companies. Common examples include email phishing, where individuals receive messages that appear to be from credible sources asking for sensitive information, or unauthorized sellers offering non-existent travel services. Awareness and vigilance are crucial for travelers to avoid falling victim to such scams, ensuring they verify the authenticity of their travel arrangements and only utilize reputable service providers.
Eine neue Betrugswelle zielt auf Inhaber des Deutschlandtickets ab. Phishing-Mails bieten gefälschte Rückerstattungen an, um Bankdaten zu stehlen. Experten empfehlen, verdächtige E-Mails umgehend zu löschen oder als Spam zu markieren.…