Thursday, 4 June 2026

Watch out for bogus holiday adverts

Which? has found fake adverts impersonating genuine businesses and conning holidaymakers into booking accommodation that doesn't exist.

The scammers have stolen photos to create tempting adverts and fake websites, and victims often don't realise their booking is bogus until they arrive at their destination. We reveal how this scam works and what you can do to avoid falling victim.

Source: Which? (04 Jun 2026) 

https://bexleywatch.blogspot.com/2026/03/working-together-for-safer-bexley.html

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