17/04/2026
🚨 **TRAVEL SCAM AWARENESS POST** 🚨
Please be vigilant when booking tours and travel services online, especially through unknown agencies.
With the rise of online bookings, scammers are becoming more creative—so it’s important to stay cautious and informed.
🔍 **REMINDERS BEFORE YOU BOOK:**
1. Always check for **valid credentials** (business permits, accreditation, reviews outside social media)
2. Verify if the agency is **legitimate and registered**
3. Be cautious of pages that **only operate via Facebook or messaging apps**
4. Avoid sending full payments upfront—especially through personal accounts
5. Don’t trust deals that seem **too cheap or too good to be true**
6. Watch out for agents who **pressure you into quick payment**
7. If something feels off, **block and report the contact immediately**
⚠️ **POTENTIAL RED FLAGS:**
• No business registration or DOT accreditation
• Only communicates through social media
• Pushes for urgent/down payment
• Offers unusually low package prices
💡 **Remember:** It’s better to double-check than to lose your hard-earned money. Stay alert, travel smart, and protect yourself from scams.
A friendly reminder from Mb Risha/Mb Putri Jaya Balabac Speedboat