Travelers to Cancun are being urged to stay vigilant when booking anything online in the destination; this includes resorts, airport transfers, tours, and excursions. Cybercrime, including fraudulent tourism service providers, is an issue worth attention in Cancun, and with the summer season getting into full swing in record numbers, the local authorities are determined to …
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Travelers to Cancun are being urged not to fall for a new tour scam that poses as an affiliate of the Federal Secretary for Tourism (SEDETUR). Under no circumstances does the SEDETUR offer tour packages, discounts, nor travel insurance linked to any banking institution. This warning comes as the summer season in Cancun begins to …
Travel agencies that specialize in package vacations to Cancun and the Riviera Maya have announced a forward-thinking initiative to help combat fraud related to cultural and recreational tour activities. These Mexican-based travel agencies are working in partnership with over 1,400 American, Canadian, and European travel agencies and are rolling out new vacation packages that don’t …
Cancun is one of the most appealing and inviting international destinations in 2023. With ever-growing arrival figures, there seems to be no end in sight to the city’s astonishing popularity. Despite being an overall safe destination for travelers, Cancun is still prone to a number of scams that travelers may encounter while on vacation. In …
Authorities in Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean have warned travelers over rising online travel agency fraud cases, which have remained a significant concern throughout the year and are expected to spike this December. With the busiest time of the year for tourism quickly approaching, officials are calling on residents and visitors to be cautious when …
The Mexican Caribbean is once again proving to be one of the leading travel destinations worldwide this summer. With millions of tourists expected to visit the region over the following months, authorities are on alert over a rising trend: fake travel package scams and other online crimes targeting tourists. With scammers using increasingly sophisticated methods, …
Safety Tips Could Help Tourists Avoid Costly Package Deal Scams The Mexican Cyber Police Force has issued a set of safety precautions and general advice to help tourists avoid being the victims of tourist fraud. Digital fraud continues to rise along with Cancun’s popularity. Thousands of tourists across the world fall prey to sophisticated scams …
Details Emerge Of Canadian Fugitive Wanted By Interpol For Extensive Fraud Charges A Canadian man murdered in Playa del Carmen this week has been revealed as a wanted fugitive for multiple years. The man and his apparent girlfriend were found dead in their popular beachside resort town condo. Initial reports stated the two Canadians were …
The summer vacation season in Cancun is in full swing, and with numerous hotels reporting record occupancy rates, many tourists are seeking more affordable options. For some, the growing availability of online private rentals has been a massive advantage. However, scams targeting visitors are also on the rise, with a 40% increase recorded in the …
Center Was One Of Many Fraudulent Companies Taking Advantage Of Pent Up Travel Demand The State Attorney General’s Office announced that a fraudulent tourist package call center had been uncovered in a raid in Cancun on Sunday. The operation was planned in a collaborative effort between the prosecutor’s office, the Ministry of Tourism, and the …