Hotel Gouging
Less than reputable hotels and accommodations in locations throughout the world find creative ways in which to scam the unwary traveler. Travel scams that include charging exorbitant extra fees upon arrival without your knowledge including access to the internet access and phone usage, are an easy way to take away your hard earned money. Bill Bailey is taking a closer look at the two most prominent ways you may be subject to travel scams while staying at your hotel.
Bill Bailey On The High Price Of Staying Connected
Many hotels both in the U.S. and abroad now charge for the use of their phones. Often, fees are difficult to understand and are not charged until it is to late, making you a victim of this travel scam. Gouging in this way is a simple way for hotels and other accommodations to make a quick buck at your expense, often charging prices that are vastly greater than using a public or cell phone. Of course there is an easy way to avoid this travel scam, bring your cell phone. Cell phones have come a long way in recent years, making it less expensive and far more convenient to stay in contact with your loved ones. If you phone coverage does not include the area you are traveling to, you can also look at purchasing a phone with prepaid minutes as well. Though it is legal for hotels to charge large amounts for phone usage, it is certainly not accommodating.
The cost of internet connections may be reasonable at home, but step outside of your regular area and utilize the services of providers at your hotel and you may fall victim to yet another way to scam the ill-advised traveler. If you are traveling for business, you are most likely obligated to have access to the internet making you vulnerable to this and other travel scams. In order to avoid the cost of having an internet connection, make sure that you understand the costs involved before you book your hotel . Another way to avoid this travel scam is to make sure that you have a wi-fi connection and find a location nearby that has free wi-fi access. Bill Bailey reminds you to make sure you understand fees involved at your hotel to avoid travel scams. Be an informed traveler and do the research before you travel.
Travel scams may not always be illegal, but they always affect you and as an informed and vigilant traveler, can be avoided. Travel smart and avoid travel scams by learning ways in which you can identify them with Bill Bailey as your partner in travel.
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