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Consumer Alert: Online agencies aren't paying their bills!
And some travelers are getting charged twice — but there's a fix
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Christopher Elliott
10
How airlines are hiding the cost of travel
Now the government wants to help them do it. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Christopher Elliott
26
Is the golden age of loyalty programs over?
Delta Air Lines' announcement feels like the end of an era. Have we entered the post-loyalty age?
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Christopher Elliott
20
Consumer Alert: Hackers are coming for your frequent flier miles!
One of our readers lost 120,000 AAdvantage miles. But are they gone for good?
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Christopher Elliott
7
Don't do this when you're standing in line at the airport
Some travelers have lost their minds while standing in a queue. Here's how to not become a star in a viral video.
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Christopher Elliott
32
Tokyo Confidential: Getting lost in the big city
Listen now (23 mins) | In this episode: Finding our way around Tokyo's underground and final thoughts on our Lindblad coastal cruise (recorded 9/8 in…
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Christopher Elliott
, 
Aren Elliott
, and 
Iden Elliott
7
Disputed facts: Are airlines lying to keep your money?
One of our readers says Frontier bent the truth during a credit card dispute. But did it?
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Christopher Elliott
11
Please stop flying with your pet
Cats and dogs don't belong on planes. Here's why you should leave yours at home*.
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Christopher Elliott
63
South Korea Confidential: Exploring Busan on a little detour
Listen now (23 mins) | In this episode: Our adventures in Busan, South Korea, Hiroshima, Nagasaki and coastal Japan (recorded 9/2/23 in Busan, South…
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Christopher Elliott
, 
Iden Elliott
, and 
Aren Elliott
9
Would you pay more to sit in “kid-free” class?
FRIDAY FORUM: One airline thinks you'll happily shell out between $40 and $100 for a little peace and quiet
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Christopher Elliott
72
August 2023
Consumer Alert: Car rental companies are running out of vehicles
But you have rights. Here's what to do when they try to charge you extra.
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Christopher Elliott
9
Look out! These new tourism scams are coming for you now
Scammers have you in their crosshairs again. Here's how to avoid the latest swindles.
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Christopher Elliott
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