Tour & Activity Scams in Tampa

Fake Pre-Cruise Package Scams

Scammers target cruise passengers through email, social media, and unofficial websites advertising discounted pre-cruise packages—hotels, transfers, and shore excursions—at below-market rates. After payment by wire transfer or gift card, the booking does not exist and the seller is unreachable. Port area touts also approach passengers with unofficial "discounted" shore excursion packages.