SCAM WATCH

KEEP an eye out for fraudsters seeking to cash in on your summer holiday plans.

The number of scams linked to overseas trips and staycations is up by a third compared with last year, according to Lloyds.

Crooks often post adverts online and on social media which include links to fake websites. Any payments made then go straight into their bank accounts.

The number of scams involving caravan stays has soared by 108 pc in 12 months, with an average loss of £374.

Those who bought nonexistent flights or package holidays typically lost £2,955 and £2,342, respectively.