In an age where Instagram likes can buy you fame and TikTok views can make you rich, the rise of the travel influencers has taken the digital world by storm. These jet-setting personalities seem to live a dream life—luxurious resorts, exotic beaches, Michelin-star meals, and VIP experiences. But behind the polished images and perfect vlogs lies a well-orchestrated illusion. Welcome to the underbelly of influencer travel: staged experiences, rented outfits, unpaid hotel bills, and in some cases… outright fraud.
