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How to Spot Travel Scams: A Summer Fraud Special 2025 w/ Jose & Susie

Evolution Travel Cafe + Archer Travel Service, Inc
Evolution Travel Cafe + Archer Travel Service, Inc
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👁️ 78 views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 39:57
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We want you to be very careful here. This is where travel fraud goes up and we're going to be going over that.

When you feel the hair on the back of your neck start to wiggle when you're talking to somebody, then that's when you need to stop.

If you have that, that pretty much eliminates it. The supplier takes it. They will pursue the credit card company to get payment.

Use your common sense. You mean to tell me that you want a first class this? Why are you calling me?

Creator's Tips & Advice

Always have a credit card authorization form for every booking.
Charge a booking fee for last-minute international inquiries.
Verify client identity with photo ID and address checks.
Contact upline or Archer Travel if something feels wrong.
Do not waste time on suspicious international inquiries.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being targeted by fraudstersVerify client identity, use credit card authorization forms, and contact upline if unsure.
Handling last-minute bookingsCharge a booking fee and require documentation to weed out fraudulent requests.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is travel fraud and how does it happen?
QHow can travel agents detect and prevent fraud?
QWhat is the 21-day booking process and why is it important?
QHow should agents handle suspicious client inquiries?

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YouTube Video Description

In this important webinar designed for travel agents, Jose and Susie will share their expert tips on identifying and preventing travel scams that are most common during the busy summer season. With increasing fraud risks in the travel industry, it’s crucial for agents to stay informed and protect both themselves and their clients. What You’ll Learn: Common travel scams that agents and clients should be aware of this summer How to spot red flags and avoid falling victim to fraud Best practices for safeguarding client information and bookings What to do if you suspect fraud or encounter a scam Key fraud prevention strategies to implement in your daily practices By the end of this session, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to identify potential fraud before it happens and ensure your clients have a safe, enjoyable travel experience.