How to Avoid Travel Scams

If you have been feeling bored or overworked, the thought of a cheap or free vacation might sound pretty appealing…and scammers know that! Scams are often effective on travelers because of their simplicity, but with a little preparation you can avoid being an easy target. Before you begin your dream vacation, bone up on these tips for avoiding travel-related scams:

v  Watch out for unsolicited “deals” on fantastic locations. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

v  Search the Better Business Bureau and American Society of Travel Agents to make sure your travel company is legit before you give them any money.

v  Always use a credit card when making travel related purchases. This way, if you feel you have been scammed, you can dispute the charge with your credit card company.

v  Be on the lookout for “travel clubs” that offer “free” membership. Many times, these services simply charge your credit card every month and provide few benefits.

v  If you win a “free” vacation, don’t ever give out your credit card information. You should never have to pay to collect a prize.

v  If you are working with a travel agency or vacation service, make sure to get all of the details about your trip in writing. This contract will act as legal proof in the event that your experience wasn’t what you were promised.  

Here at U.S. Park you will never be scammed! Make your free online reservation today and save on Detroit Airport Parking.

What to do in Detroit in July

 

 

Going to be flying into Detroit Metro Airport sometime in July? Live in the Detroit area and wondering what to do during the rest of the month? You have come to the right place! U.S. Park has compiled a list of events and activities going on around the Detroit area during the month of July. Check out these ways to beat summer boredom:

·         Ann Arbor Art Fair. July 16^th-19^th, head to downtown Ann Arbor for this combination of four fairs! In addition to arts and crafts, there is live music, performances, and art workshops. Enjoy food and drink while strolling downtown Ann Arbor shopping at the whimsical craft booths.

·         Vans Warped Tour 2014. Rock music more your thing? Check out more than 60 bands as they play all day on July 18th at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Doors open at 11am but the event runs until 9pm. Tickets are $48 when purchased on Ticketmaster.

·         Maker Faire. Enjoy a festival that showcases local inventors and science enthusiasts. The Faire takes place July 26-27 in the parking lot of the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn. Tickets start at $28 for non-members and include admission into the museum itself. Not into science? Don’t worry! The event will also include craft booths to suit art buffs.

·         Jazz on the Boulevard. Happening every Thursday of the year, this event takes place at the famous La Musique Restaurant in the St. Regis Hotel. Enjoy free Jazz music in the hip and elegant atmosphere of the restaurant and dine on seasonal dishes if you get hungry.

Don’t forget to leave your car in the care of U.S. Park next time you fly out of Detroit Metro Airport (DTW).