Often victims didn't realise they had been scammed until they arrived at the airport
Holidaymakers have made the terrible discovery that they have booked a trip that doesn't exist upon getting to the airport - after fraudsters have made away with their cash.
The CTSI says it has spotted "entirely fabricated" pictures of holiday cottages and hotels posted on social media at a bargain rate being used to scam people. How to protect yourself before booking a holiday Often victims did not realise they had been scammed until they arrived at the airport to find their flight reservation did not exist, or at a hotel to discover there was no record of their booking, says the CTSI.
Top Trending Stories Today CTSI chief executive John Herriman added: "As always, scammers are quick to leap on any opportunity to take advantage of uncertainty and upheaval.
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