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Consumer Alert: Watch out for this booking loophole!
One reader thought she could leave a review on a terrible Booking.com rental. She was wrong.
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Christopher Elliott
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Why your next trip might leave you with egg on your face
Language blunders can lead to unexpected adventures — now more than ever. Here's how to be understood.
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Christopher Elliott
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Belfast Confidential: Checking out the Titanic Museum — and more
In this episode: An unexpected adventure in a destination we never expected to visit (recorded 10/19/24).
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Christopher Elliott
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Aren Elliott
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These cruise ships are gross! But will you change your travel plans?
The CDC's new cruise ship report card is out. Will you bail on your next cruise vacation?
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Christopher Elliott
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Consumer Alert: This billing "error" is plaguing the travel industry!
It happened to one of our readers when she rented a car. Here's how to avoid it.
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Christopher Elliott
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Stupid mistakes people are making this fall
Behind the golden leaves and pumpkin spice lattes lurk some serious travel hazards. Here's what you need to know to keep your autumn trips from going…
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Christopher Elliott
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Would you hail a robotaxi?
Elon Musk's latest invention is here. Would you take it for a spin?
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Christopher Elliott
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Consumer Alert: This dangerous scam has spread to the cruise industry!
It's not just airlines. This horrible phone scam could cost you a lot of money.
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Christopher Elliott
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Don't book your next vacation rental without reading this first!
From hidden fees to misleading photos, you can avoid common vacation rental pitfalls with these essential tips
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Spirit Airlines is on the verge of bankruptcy. Will you avoid the airline?
The carrier is in talks with bondholders over a potential Chapter 11 filing. What does it mean for you?
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Christopher Elliott
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September 2024

Consumer Alert: The airline call center scam is back!
One airline has been hit hard. Here's what you need to know.
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Christopher Elliott
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Mad about your bag? You might have luggage rage
Bag fees are big business. Here's how to beat airlines at their own game.
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Christopher Elliott
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