We have been informed that the name of Lapland Chamber of Commerce has been used on a fake website to make it seem trustworthy. The websites sells accommodations and activities that do not exist. The accommodation that they sell are not where they claim to be.
It is important to know that the Lapland Chamber of Commerce, like all chambers of commerce in Finland, is not a regulatory authority. Companies in Finland do not have to join a chamber of commerce. Our role is to support businesses and create networking opportunities. We do not have any legal or supervisory powers over companies.
We are very sorry that our name has been used in this way. We have no connection to these fake websites or their activities.
If you find a suspicious website or believe you have been scammed, please contact the Finnish police and file a report. From here you can find instructions how to report a crime to the Finnish authorities.
To stay safe, always book your accommodations and activities in Lapland through trusted websites. Check reviews and verify that the company is reliable using multiple sources.
We hope these scams will stop and that travelers can book trips to Lapland safely and with confidence.