855-540-7821

This is a postal mailer indicating winning of a cruise provided 2 scratched off numbers match. Multiple prizes offered. When you call this number, (855) 540-7821, they immediately start asking for demographic info. Fortunately I checked the internet for the supposed sponsor that was using the letters PTCL. I discovered ahead of time this was a scam. I have an unlisted phone number which cannot be detected unless I choose to unblock it which of course I did not do. I called a dozen or so times to ask folks on the other end how they can sleep at night, but only because they cannot detect my number. If you have the skills and computing power to overload this phone number, please feel free to provide a service to the public by robo calling the number (855) 540-7821. Give them a taste of their own medicine! Thank you! [BBB Scam Type: Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes] [Business: PTCL / Viking River Cruise Giveaway] [Location: WA, USA - 98105]

I received a postcard titled Cruise Travel Expo 2025 – Viking River Cruise Giveaway Plus First-Class Airfare for Two. The mailer used cruise-line logos (Princess, Holland America, Celebrity, Uniworld) and a scratch-off code showing “winning numbers.” It asked me to call 855-540-7821 with offer code ZC1117 to claim a prize such as a Viking River Cruise with airfare, Caribbean cruise, or $15,000 cash. Fine print says the sponsor is “not affiliated with the cruise lines listed.” and contest is sponsored by PTCL. I googled PTCL (Pakistan Telecommunication Co Limited, a legitimate company) that warned their customer that they are not affiliated with this scam. Phone number matches a number in BBB Scam Tracker I did not call to 'claim my winning prize', After some research, this is definitely a SCAM. [BBB Scam Type: Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes] [Business: Cruise Travel Expo 2025] [Location: PA, USA - 18049]

Received a postcard in the mail stating "Congratulations!" with the name of the person the mail was intended for. The postcard said "You and your spouse are cordially invited to attend the Cruise Travel Expo 2025. Join us for a fun-filled showcase designed to get America cruising again. Scratch off the circle. If your number matches, you are one of our GRAND PRIZE WINNERS and will receive one of the prizes below. Call the gifting department immediately toll free at 1-855-540-7821. Offer Code: ****** to receive one of the following gifts." The postcard lists 4 prizes: 1. 2025 Viking River Cruise For Two w/ First-Class Airfare, or $15,000 Cash 2. 5 or 7 Day Caribbean Cruise & Airfare For Two 3. SONY TV, 75" Bravia 3 4. 7-Night Alaskan Cruise & Airfare For Two. On the left of the side of the postcard with the recipient address, the postcard says "Confirm within 48 hours to receive a $50 AMAZON GIFT CARD! or $200 dining & Travel Pass" Above the recipient address, the postcard says "LUCKY NUMBERS" "Scratch off the play circles and if your numbers match, you have a winning card! Call 855-540-7821" Then there is a long oval with blue arrows to the right and left and a 7-digit # within the oval. There are 2 silver scratch-off circles to the right and left of the text "LUCKY NUMBERS" When you scratch off the cheap silver scratch-off circles, you reveal numbers that match the 7-digit number in the oval in both circles. The postcard features a backdrop of a cruise ship with Cruise Ship Logos listed in the top right corner of the side with the recipient address. Call Hours are also listed on the postcard (M-F 10am-7pm CST, & Sat 9a-1p CST). On the reverse side of the postcard, it says "Explore the World in Luxury." at the top. On the right, it says, "You Are A Finalist In Our VIKING RIVER CRUISE Giveaway! P [BBB Scam Type: Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes] [Business: PTCL] [Location: NJ, U