State warns of summer vacation scams and identity theft
As summer approaches and people begin to plan their vacations, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance has issued a warning of the danger of scams. “Vacation scams occur when a stranger offers you a free or discounted cruise, travel club membership, exotic resort stay or rental property in exchange for a large, upfront fee […]
Don’t fall for these 5 online vacation rental scams
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans Do travelers trust online marketing for their vacation rentals? According to one recent website, 48 percent of us trust search engine results, and 42 percent trust banner ads when looking for vacation rentals. The proliferation of online scams, however, should give prospective vacationers great pause before […]
Vacation revelation: notes on the aftermath of a massacre
This was supposed to be typical summer vacation marked with ocean views, fresh seafood, adult beverages with exotic names, an abundance of sun, and an even greater abundance of laughter. My close friend and I planned this getaway for more than a month—a weekend trip to charming, sun-soaked Charleston, South Carolina. Of course, the Wednesday […]
2600: @BlueSwirl Please email orders@2600.com with details. Our office manager returns from vacation this weekend and we’ll solve this.
2600: @BlueSwirl Please email orders@2600.com with details. Our office manager returns from vacation this weekend and we’ll solve this. View full post on Twitter / 2600 View full post on National Cyber Security
ProtectMyID: Thanks @aboutdotcom for featuring ProtectMyID in an article on protecting your wallet (and identity) while on vacation. http://t.co/BcyWHbva
ProtectMyID: Thanks @aboutdotcom for featuring ProtectMyID in an article on protecting your wallet (and identity) while on vacation. http://t.co/BcyWHbva View full post on Twitter / ProtectMyID View full post on National Cyber Security
ProtectMyID: Ensure that #springbreak is as safe and relaxing as possible. Protect yourself while on #vacation. http://t.co/QJEAGbYK
ProtectMyID: Ensure that #springbreak is as safe and relaxing as possible. Protect yourself while on #vacation. http://t.co/QJEAGbYK View full post on Twitter / ProtectMyID View full post on National Cyber Security
Tips for a Phishing-Free New Year When Booking and Managing Vacation Rentals
SAN DIEGO, CA– – Last year the travel industry experienced an increase in "cybercrime" threats against travel professionals and their customers. To help mark 2012 as the year when the number … View full post on phishing – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on National Cyber Security
The Navigator: Vacation rental phishing scams are a familiar, frustrating story
Shauna Kattler thought she’d found the ideal rental home in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, for her Christmas vacation: a two-bedroom penthouse condominium with a hot tub and an impossibly perfect view of the Caribbean. Read full article >> View full post on phishing – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on National Cyber Security
The Internet, Robert Pattinson, and Your Cat’s Vacation Plans
We respect and value the social media editors who share the links that make our jobs easier. But sometimes we have no idea what they’re talking about. So after a day of staring at Twitter, we’re sharing our favorites.Related: Archimedes, Diamonds, and Facebook Stalkers View full post on social media scam – Yahoo! News Search […]