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Help! Amazon said “yes” to a $179 refund — and then it said “no”

Help! Amazon said “yes” to a $179 refund — and then it said “no”

An Amazon agent put the $179 refund in writing. Executive customer relations said the promise didn’t comply with policy.

Christopher Elliott

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Sep 10, 2026


Why did Dollar charge me $1,858 for a car they didn’t have?

Why did Dollar charge me $1,858 for a car they didn’t have?

The car rental company says Dennis Drake kept the Jeep for days. His boarding passes say he was home in Texas.

Christopher Elliott

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Sep 9, 2026

Help! Budget says I smoked in my car — but these photos prove nothing!

Help! Budget says I smoked in my car — but these photos prove nothing!

A clean drop-off receipt, then a $450 fee for a smell nobody can prove

Christopher Elliott

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Sep 8, 2026

How AI bots are deceiving travelers — and what to do about it

How AI bots are deceiving travelers — and what to do about it

Plus, an Aeromexico carry-on limit that counts your personal item too

Christopher Elliott

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Sep 7, 2026

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