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Plus: nine companies have 45 days to tell the FTC how they set your price
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Nov 12, 2026
Travel Troubleshooter
A historic blizzard sidelines Karen Carano’s tour to Chile and Argentina. Now Road Scholar is keeping her $5,999 program fee, claiming she canceled at the last minute.
Nov 11, 2026
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A declined credit card in Costa Rica cost him his account, his Prime membership and an $800 Kindle library.
Nov 10, 2026
Airlines
Thanksgiving fares are up 31% and the bins will be full. Why some of the most seasoned travelers wait for the final call.
Nov 9, 2026