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Would you pay extra to avoid talking to an AI?

Would you pay extra to avoid talking to an AI?

Airlines, hotels and other travel companies think they can charge a "human premium" that would allow you to avoid interacting with an AI. But would you?

Christopher Elliott

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Jan 18, 2026


Should we allow this airline merger to happen?

Forum

Should we allow this airline merger to happen?

Allegiant Air plans to acquire Sun Country Airlines for $1.5 billion. But will passengers benefit?

Christopher Elliott

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Jan 16, 2026

This is the worst rental car charge of 2026

Consumer Alert

This is the worst rental car charge of 2026

Politicians are treating travelers like a piggy bank. Here is where you’ll pay the most—and how to fight back.

Christopher Elliott

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Jan 12, 2026

No, you are not entitled to sit together on a plane

Airline

No, you are not entitled to sit together on a plane

From the "fauxmoon" scam to public lewdness: How lovebirds are ruining flight for the rest of us.

Christopher Elliott

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Jan 11, 2026

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