This is one of three key months when fraudsters ramp up the number of scams to trap travellers into paying for a ‘bargain holiday’ … that doesn’t exist Stress-free travel: plan now to avoid holiday scams and pitfalls You are battling the January blues and see a cheap deal on one of your socials for a two-week break in Spain during August. Better still, the price is £200 cheaper than elsewhere, possibly because the holiday is almost sold out. When you text to confirm the details after making the payment, you are talked through the booking by a convincing contact. Continue reading...