Archive - Elliott Confidential

Should an airline pay for being late?

The U.S. government has fined two airlines and sued another. But what's in it for you?

22 hrs ago •

Christopher Elliott

Consumer Alert: Where to find low airfares now

A deep dive into the travel trends shaping 2025 — and what it means for you

Jan 13 •

Christopher Elliott

New scam: Beware of travel fakes!

The travel industry is constantly trying to trick you. Here's the latest.

Jan 12 •

Christopher Elliott

Would you fly on a bankrupt airline?

Another air carrier has filed for Chapter 11 protection. What will you do?

Jan 10 •

Christopher Elliott

Consumer Alert: What to really expect when you travel in 2025

Tired of reading about meaningless travel trends? Here's what actually coming your way

Jan 6 •

Christopher Elliott

Why you should say "no" to these 5 things in 2025

Smart travelers have already made their resolutions. Will you join them?

Jan 5 •

Christopher Elliott

3 big travel changes for 2025

Which one will affect you the most?

Jan 3 •

Christopher Elliott

December 2024

Consumer Alert: Will these new travel consumer protections survive the next administration?

Sweeping consumer protections could transform how you travel. Or not.

Dec 30, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

I travel nonstop. Here are 5 places you can't miss in 2025

From Grenada to Finland, here are the destinations I loved the most this year

Dec 29, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Why are airline seats so small?

It's not your imagination: Airline seats are more cramped than ever. Is there anything you can do about it?

Dec 22, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Auckland Confidential: A dispatch from the Southern Hemisphere summer

In this podcast: Exploring New Zealand's biggest city and remote islands (Recorded 12/21/24 in Auckland)

Dec 21, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

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Consumer Alert: Everything you need to know for your holiday trip

Is this going to be a bad Christmas sequel for travelers? Maybe, maybe not. Here's what you need to know.

Dec 16, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

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