Guides covering fake holiday listings, advance-fee travel fraud, and ticket scams targeting UK travellers. Learn to verify travel offers before paying a deposit.
Timeshare scams lure UK consumers with promises of cheap holidays and property investment returns, then trap them in long-term contracts with hidden fees. This guide explains how the scam works, what warning signs to watch for, and how to protect yourself or recover if you've already been caught.
Booking a cheap holiday, flight or villa from an agent you don't know? How to spot a fake travel agent, verify ABTA/ATOL, and protect your money.
Booking.com scams typically arrive as fake confirmation emails or payment alerts that direct you to a fraudulent website or ask you to update your details urgently. Scammers use these to capture your card details, passport information, and login credentials.
Cold-called about compensation you're owed for a delayed or cancelled trip? Check the firm is FCA-authorised before sharing any details.
A huge Jet2 discount appeared on WhatsApp or social media? Verify any deal or booking directly on jet2holidays.com before you pay anything.
A huge TUI discount appeared on social media or in an unexpected text? Verify any deal or booking directly on tui.co.uk before paying.
Airport transfer taxi scams target UK travellers at their most vulnerable—arriving tired and wanting quick transport. Scammers create fake websites, send phishing emails posing as airport services, or approach you in arrivals offering inflated fares.
Scammers create fake Glastonbury accommodation listings on social media, messaging apps, and ad sites to steal deposits from festival-goers. This guide shows you exactly how to verify genuine bookings and protect yourself before sending any money.
An independent holiday cottage 'owner' insists on a bank transfer before you can view it? That single request is the biggest red flag going.
Found a package holiday deal far cheaper than anywhere else, advertised online or by a 'travel agent'? How to spot a fake package holiday scam.
Found flights far cheaper than anywhere else, advertised on social media or by a 'travel agent'? How to spot a fake airline ticket scam and report it.
A 'consultant' or website guarantees your UK visa for a fee? No genuine adviser can promise that. Check IAA registration first.