5 Ways to Avoid Hotel Scams in Nigeria

Getting scammed in a hotel is common. It does not matter if you are in London or Nigeria; these scammers have perfected their tricks that you may fall into it easily. With the online business transactions, scamming has become something that worries the travel industry. It is in hotels that the credit card frauds are targeted because a lot of customers make use of their credit cards for paying for things. We called these scammers of credit card information, identity thieves. These thieves can go as far as changing your passwords and account settings to take over your hard earnings.

Be Cautious of Free hotel Wi-Fi Data Connections

Most hotels in Nigeria give free internet via Wi-Fi. Nigerians love free things especially the free hotel Wi-Fi data connections called ‘hotspots’. Identity thieves can create similar hotspots that map your gadgets and allow them hack into your personal details. Your firewall should be effective to have your personal stuffs protected. Not to forget your anti-virus that should be running to avoid stories that touches.

Avoid Dictating Your Credit Card Information over the Phone

Why must your hotel tell you to dictate your credit card information over the phone? If their computer system is down, they can wait till it is up before they can deal with your online transactions. You should see the front desk officer to enquire if their computer is really down, this would help you see where the call for dictation came from. Most hotels in Nigeria or anywhere else would definitely not ask you to dictate your personal information over a phone call.

Make Sure Hotel Website URL Has Security

There should be a lock that is visible before a hotel URL address before you can enter your credit card information. This would help you avoid making use of a phishing site that was replicated. This would result in data harvesting fraud. Your email addresses may be stolen and you may be asked to update your personal information. Not all hotels in Nigeria have a secured website for transactions.

Be Wary of Product Leaflets Under the Room Door

You should learn to be wary of those restaurant or product flyers that are slipped underneath or close to your hotel door. Scammers are often the people who are involved in this type of business.

Take Your Credit Card Immediately after Swipe

You should take your card as soon as it has been swiped. Ask for recipes and be careful with your credit card slips, tear them up when you are done.

See This >>> 5 Things To Check When Booking A Nigerian Hotel