A study by the Mastercard Economic Institute highlights the susceptibility of the travel industry to scams, with significant increases in fraud reports during peak seasons. Popular tourist locations see 18% more fraud reports in the summer and 28% during winter. Destinations like Cancun and Hanoi report higher fraud rates, whereas cities like San Francisco and Dublin are safer. Additionally, fraud during trip planning has risen 12% in 2024, with travelers facing manipulated offers and fake agencies that exploit economic pressures.
The travel industry ranks among the sectors most susceptible to fraud attacks, with reports rising 18% during peak travel seasons, especially in crowded destinations.
Fraud reports jump significantly in popular tourist destinations due to high visitor concentration, which provides an opportunity for fraudsters to exploit.
Fraud associated with trip planning has risen 12% in 2024, with travelers encountering fake ads and confirmation links, indicating growing deception tactics.
Travelers should be cautious of fraudulent travel agencies and tours, which remain the most common types of scams targeting tourists in various destinations.
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