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TRAVEL SCAM
Rome, Italy
Fake Hotel Booking Scam
Scammers create fake luxury hotel listings online to trick tourists into booking non-existent accommodations.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Online booking platforms, travel planning stage
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourists book hotels through fake or cloned websites
2. Payments are made in advance for luxury stays
3. Upon arrival, victims discover the hotel does not exist or booking is invalid
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Deals that seem too good for luxury hotels
- Websites with no verified reviews
- Payment requested outside trusted platforms
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Book only through verified travel platforms
- Check hotel reviews and location on maps
- Avoid direct bank transfers for bookings
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