Airline Scams Take Off on Facebook
Beware shady airfare sweepstakes and voucher scams.
July and August are historically the most popular months for air travel in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Travel Statistics, and when most people plan a vacation, they’re looking for deals. That desire to keep expenses down while also getting away for a few days makes the summer months prime time for travel scams.
Here are two recent examples of schemes that prey on your hopes to travel at a low cost as a way to steal money or personal information.