How do I know if my booking is legit?

  1. Learn How to Spot Scams in General. Although scammers are getting better at their “jobs,” many of them make the same mistakes. ...
  2. Check the Reviews. ...
  3. Learn the Signs of Hotel Booking Scams. ...
  4. Call the Destination Directly or Book Through a Company With a Solid Reputation. ...
  5. Get an Email Confirmation.




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Go directly to the official website of the hotel, airline, or rental car agency to book your reservations. It should have “HTTPS” in the URL. If you're not sure you're on a real site, call the company to verify. Or try Norton Safe Web to find out if a website is safe, for free.

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If you've booked your hotel room several weeks or even months in advance, it's a good idea to call the hotel a few days before your arrival to confirm your reservation. This will give you peace of mind and ensure that there are no issues with your booking.

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Your booking confirmation should include: Booking date and time(s) Booking details. Location (especially if you have multiple) Timing, if early arrival is advised or required.

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With that being said, here are the most important things to check before ever booking a hotel or Airbnb:
  • Price Comparison. ...
  • Check The Cancellation Policy. ...
  • Check Hotel Reviews. ...
  • Check For Free Breakfast. ...
  • Check For An Airport Shuttle. ...
  • Check The Hotel Location. ...
  • Check Hotel Payment Policies. ...
  • Check For Air Conditioning.


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A booking confirmation email is an electronic message sent by the hotelier to ensure guests that their room reservation has been accepted. The confirmation email for a hotel reservation is critical and should be sent straight after a guest completes their booking.

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The hotel does not usually require a copy of the confirmation. However, I always have a copy at hand at check in and use same to cross check that the stay dates, nightly rate and inclusions (eg, F&B, internet, etc) match those that I have booked, before signing the guest registration card / agreement.

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