How to Protect Yourself Against Travel Scams
Before you commit to any travel purchase, make sure that you're dealing with a reputable firm. Travel agents who are affiliated with organizations such as ASTA and CTC tend to be in business for the long run.
On the ASTA site, you can locate an agent near where you live or where you work.
Don't sign anything until you read:
Safety Tips for Travelers
FTC advice summarized on CNN.
Court TV's Legal Cafe
Consumer rights regarding foreign travel.
Worse-case scenario:
You didn't read the small print...a fast-talking operator took your money...your vacation wasn't anything like it was described. Well, fight back! In addition to taking individual legal action, you can file a complaint with the FTC using the Online Complaint Form.
