AirAsia Phl warns against fake social media accounts

AirAsia Philippines alerts the public about suspicious or bogus social media profiles that provide low-cost domestic and international travel packages that include accommodations, tours, and other activities.

This comes after a number of allegations about shady Facebook accounts using AirAsia’s name that have started to appear, particularly now that many travellers are looking forward to the summer season.

Oftentimes, those victimized by online scams who fell for rock-bottom deals end up holding fake bookings that cannot be retrieved during check-in procedures. A victim who reached AirAsia claimed to have been enticed by a P1,999 all-in deal, which eventually became a scam after the alleged agent went offline after their transaction. Another victim said the offering seemed legit because of the testimonies from previous customers.

“While social media pages and communities serve as an information-sharing platform for travellers, we strongly recommend visiting only AirAsia’s…