Summer is here, and with it, hundreds of scammers lurking on social media, ready to steal your hard-earned money for a vacation in Greece! Yes, you read that right – while you’re planning your dream holiday, some people are playing with your trust and cash. The latest scam circulating in Facebook groups like “Greece Info” involves a person named Lutamac Octav, who falsely claims to be a woman offering apartments in Greece and demands a 100 euro deposit upfront. Once you pay, communication is cut off, and you’re left without money and without accommodation.
This scam is not an isolated case. Tourists have shared other examples where they paid for accommodation only to be shocked upon arrival – the apartment doesn’t exist or is already taken. How to protect yourself? First and foremost, always ask the apartment owner to send you their ID card, passport, or tourist license. Second, use only trusted platforms that have been operating for years, whether international or local ones like the mentioned “Greece Info” group. And finally, be skeptical of offers that seem too good to be true, especially if they come through social media.
Unfortunately, many still trust everyone online, making them easy targets for scammers. So next time you plan your vacation, remember this story and verify all details before sending money. It’s not shameful to be cautious – it’s shameful to be scammed!
Now, have you ever encountered a similar scam? Or maybe you have a hilarious story from your experience? Share in the comments so we can all laugh and learn how not to be blind passengers in the world of online scams!
