Local guides love to take advantage of tourists, and if you're not careful, it's easy to become a victim. Here are 7 ways of detecting a fake travel agency.
1. Online Portals, No Physical Office
Sounds scary? Yes, it is! Be smart enough to find out the existence of the office than trusting an online web portal with 100s of promises.
2. Comparatively Cheaper
Now, that attracts every one of us. Comparatively cheaper packages heads you towards the fake agents. There is common saying related to it, "It looks to too good to be true, then it probably it." One of the ways to find out a fake agency is by their cheaper rates.
3. No Recommendations and Referrals.
If you are recommended to 'new' travel agency which may be a start-up or not well known then think twice before consulting them. You never know, where you may land up!
4. Genuine Agency Has Proofs
Check for the company's registration number, its brochures and reviews. A genuine company will have all the registered certificates and documents with a registered office.
5. Say 'NO' To Shortcuts
Some agencies may fascinate you with various offers like wearing a dress code to enable shortcuts ways of immigration. They may ask you to travel by nights during festivals or backdoor entries etc., which may lead to unnecessary problems.
6. Original Website or Fake?
There are a number of reliable and reputed online travel agencies who provide excellent experiences. However, be aware of the websites which are fake form of the original ones. These websites are created and shut down in few months and the show goes on.
7. Be A Keen Reader
Check out all the policies, terms and conditions carefully before booking up. Though, the trip goes on well, you may end up with extra charges.
Be smart next time!
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