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02/18/2013

Avoid getting stranded this spring break; Book your vacation wisely

A travel agency can make the process of booking your spring vacation quick and painless, but choosing the wrong agency can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to do their research before booking their next vacation.

06/18/2012

Travel Insurance – Is it Necessary?

There are circumstances that could force you to cancel your trip, return home early or require you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling.

06/06/2012

BBB’s Common Summer Travel Tricks

As families, students and friends gear up for their summer travel plans, Better Business Bureau warns of the following scams and travel headaches that could potentially plague consumers this summer:

06/05/2012

BBB and the Food and Drug Administration’s Tips on how To Protect Yourself from Sun Damage at Anytime

Sun protection is year round, not just during the summer

01/16/2012

Don’t Cruise Your Way into a Vacation Scam

Winter and spring are prime months for ocean cruises, but the Better Business Bureau of Western Michigan (BBB) advises consumers to read all of the fine print before signing up for a special cruise deal. The BBB urges consumers to be especially cautious of unsolicited mail with offers of free or discounted cruises. In 2011, the BBB received more than 1,300 complaints against cruise companies. While legitimate cruise companies do offer specials periodically, there are always those sneaky few that end up leaving consumers on the hook for thousands of dollars. Many times, scammers will send numerous e-mails, postcards, and other mailings trying to get you to call them in order to claim your “free cruise.” Don’t be fooled by professional looking websites. Gather as much information as you can about the business, and ask a lot of questions before signing on the dotted line.

01/03/2012

Watch Out for Free Cruise Scams This Vacation Season

Winter and spring are prime cruising months, but Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to read all of the fine print before signing up for a special cruise deal.

03/01/2005

FTC - Time and Time Again: Buying and Selling Timeshares and Vacation Plans

The thought of owning a vacation home may sound appealing, but the year-round responsibility — and expense — that come with it may not. Purchasing a timeshare or vacation plan may be an alternative. If you consider a timeshare or vacation plan, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, says it’s a good idea to do some homework.


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