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Don't Get Scammed by Travel Agencies

Some Travel Agency Scams Just Won't Quit

by: Jeanette Foster, from: Frommer's Travel, October 17, 2012

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Everyone is looking for a travel deal these days. But you need to be careful, as there are lots of ways to get scammed out there. The number one rule is if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. Some travel agency scams seem to pop up every once in a while. Below are five of them and some tips to keep you and your travel dollars safe. … Back to Article

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