Airbnb Issues Urgent New Holiday Warning – CSN News

Scams involving large sums of money are on the rise

According to the research, the average amount lost to these sneaky scams has soared to approximately €2,247 (around £1,937), with holiday booking fraud now one of the most common crimes, just behind dodgy credit card cons and pesky phishing plots. One wrong click could leave you ‘phishing’ for your finances – and your dream Easter break could quickly become an egg-on-your-face fiasco.

Young and vulnerable

There’s More Than You Think 40 percent of the under-30s who were surveyed admitted they would look for holiday deals on social networks. Over a third admitted to paying big bucks for a holiday advertised by their favourite celeb or influencer. Experts warn this carefree scrolling may lead to a ‘ScamalotSocial media platforms are a goldmine of fraudsters.

Stay safe when booking Airbnb

Airbnb sounds the alarm Right now because its data shows this is the busiest window for booking Easter escapes – prime pickings for con artists. To dodge disaster:

• Never click on suspicious or unexpected links, even if they look like a ‘great deal’

• Watch out for super-low prices or sky-high deposits – if it seems too good to be true, it usually is

• Avoid bank transfers and stick to trusted, secure payment platforms

• Choose a strong password and activate multi-factor authentication to lock down your accounts

• If you spot anything dodgy, report it immediately – don’t let the fraudsters spoil your fun.

Remember, holiday deals that look like a dream could quickly turn into a nightmare – so keep your eyes peeled, your passwords protected, and your bank balance safe from tricksters. Stay safe.

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