How The Scam Works

You might receive an email that looks like it’s from a travel company, offering you a chance to win a prize or a vacation package. Sometimes, these emails create a sense of urgency too. If you click on the link in one of these emails, you will be directed to a fake website that looks legitimate. The site will ask you to enter personal information or user credentials, which are then sent directly to the scammers. Instead of winning a prize, you end up giving away your data.

Be Skeptical of Unsolicited Offers:
If an email offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Treat such offers with caution.

Verify Requests:
Unsolicited emails that demand urgent action should be viewed suspiciously. Scammers often create a sense of urgency to trick you into making quick, unthinking decisions

Use Official Channels:
Legitimate travel organizations will never ask you to provide sensitive or personal information through email. Always verify the authenticity of a request by visiting the organization’s official website or contacting them directly.

Look for Red Flags:
Poor grammar, spelling errors, and generic greetings (like “Dear Customer”) can be indicators of a scam email.

Don’t Click on Unknown Links:
Avoid clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown or suspicious emails. These could lead to malicious websites or install malware on your device.