BBB’s Megan MacBride Warns of Five Common Vacation Scams and How to Avoid Them
By-Hank Stolz
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WORCESTER, MA– Megan MacBride of the Better Business Bureau of Central New England detailed five specific types of scams for the Talk of the Commonwealth listeners: fraudulent vacation rentals that use pressure tactics, “free” vacation offers with hidden fees, scams on third-party booking sites, and various hotel-based scams including fake front-desk calls, Wi-Fi skimming, and fake food delivery menus. Throughout the conversation, MacBride provided red flags to watch for and practical tips for consumers to protect themselves, such as verifying information, using trusted websites, and being wary of high-pressure sales tactics.
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