Archive - Elliott Confidential

Look out! Airlines are setting a carry-on luggage trap

Carriers will charge more baggage fees in 2023. But that's not all.

Nov 27, 2022 •

Christopher Elliott

Did the U.S. government just kill Spirit Airlines?

The Department of Justice successfully sued to block a merger between JetBlue and Spirit. Now, Spirit is in trouble.

Jan 19, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Traveling? Don't become a target of anti-American sentiment

Here's how to avoid being a victim when you go abroad

Mar 16 •

Christopher Elliott

Consumer Alert: What to do about these unsafe planes?

Alaska Airlines has a little 737 Max problem — but do you, too?

Jan 8, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Consumer Alert: Online agents are no longer responsible for the hotels they sell — or are they?

Some travel sites insist they are just platforms for selling hotels and other services. That's nonsense.

Jan 24, 2023 •

Christopher Elliott

A dress code for flying? Yes, and here's why we need one now

People who dress up are less likely to act up, say experts

Jun 18, 2023 •

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 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

No more electric vehicles for you!

Hertz is selling off part of its EV fleet. Is that a good idea?

Jan 12, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Should we allow this airline merger?

Welcome to the Friday Forum, a discussion about issues that matter to you.

Feb 11, 2022 •

Christopher Elliott

Does recording a customer service call work?

Angry travelers are trying — but sometimes, their efforts backfire

Jan 14, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

Traveling in 2024? Here's what to expect

Is it safe? How much will it cost? This is what we know so far.

Jan 7, 2024 •

Christopher Elliott

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