A vacation rental outfitted with hidden cameras sounds like something from a thriller movie, but it’s unfortunately far too real. Couples in California looking for a romantic Airbnb getaway have found these voyeur cams, as have vacationers in Texas. On Reddit discussion boards, vacationers have shared creepy stories of the same thing happening to them. It’s also an international problem, hitting destinations from Ireland to Malaysia.
But you shouldn’t let fears of spying camera networks ruin your spring break plans. Fortunately, you can instantly report cameras to Airbnb for automatic relocation if you spot any. And all you need is a few minutes with your phone and our high-tech tips to see if there are any problems. Here’s what to do.
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