Turkish consumer organisations have already warned citizens about the growth of fake websites, fake accounts in social networks and false “super discounts” on vacation, air tickets and rental housing.
And the schemes are becoming more professional:
Websites of well-known companies are copied
Fake pages of hotels and agencies are created
Fake WhatsApp accounts are used
Tourists are offered "last available seats" at suspiciously low prices
Foreigners and tourists who are not always well versed in Turkish services and payment methods should be especially careful now.
Separately, the authorities remind about the safety when buying sacrificial animals to the Kurban Bayram. Buyers are advised to check veterinary documents, register sellers and formalize transactions.
Another important topic is holiday travel.
During the bayram, the roads of Turkey traditionally become as busy as possible: millions of people go to relatives, resorts and other cities. Therefore, drivers are advised to check the car in advance, undergo inspection and avoid night trips during peak hours.
Therefore, the main advice before the holidays is not to make decisions on emotions and always check the information, especially if the offer seems “too good”.