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CONSUMER ADVOCACY

When Karen Plaskon’s refrigerator broke, her Sears Master Protection Agreement promised a replacement. But six months later—after delays, canceled models, and endless phone calls—she was still living without a fridge. With no cash payout option and no delivery in sight, she turned to a consumer advocate for help—and finally got her refund.

Sears left me without a refrigerator for six months — how do I fix this?

November 28, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Karen Plaskon’s refrigerator breaks under her Sears Master Protection Agreement, and Sears approves a replacement. But after months of delays, canceled orders, and endless excuses, she’s still without a working fridge. Can a consumer advocate end her six-month wait for a resolution? 

Categories Problem Solved
After turbulence forced a change of plans, American Airlines told the Pruchas their return tickets were still valid. But the airline later canceled their flight, forcing them to pay $969. With only boarding passes as proof, they fought a flawed system—and won their money back with help from a travel advocate.

American Airlines canceled my return flight because I missed a leg. But it said I could fly!

October 6, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories Advocacy
"No-reply" emails are frustrating travelers. Discover why companies use them and effective ways to get your questions answered.

Travelers are getting foiled by “No-reply” emails. Here’s how to get around that.

September 21, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories On Travel
Amex refuses $350 credit to loyal customer for being $3.47 under spending requirement. Learn how to negotiate credit card bonus issues for a fair resolution.

Amex denied me a credit because I was $3.47 short. Why can’t it have a heart?

June 20, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Cole Juchems thinks he’s earned a $350 credit from American Express after meeting the spending requirement on his platinum card. But Amex says he’s $3.47 short and refuses to give him the credit. Is he out of luck?

Categories Problem Solved
Tourists are increasingly breaking laws and exhibiting poor behavior while on vacation, from cultural faux pas to criminal acts. Experts attribute this to entitlement and post-pandemic recklessness. Learn how to avoid legal trouble and cultural missteps, and why a sincere apology can go a long way.

What’s the worst thing you’ve done on vacation?

June 1, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Confession time! What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done on vacation?

Categories On Travel
After a skiing accident in the Swiss Alps, Christopher Elliott faced a $14,543 hospital bill when his travel insurance claim was denied. Discover how having a good travel insurance agent made a difference in navigating the claims process and ultimately securing the coverage he needed.

Why having a good agent is important for travel insurance

May 31, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

I discovered the importance of having a good travel insurance agent on an icy slope in the Swiss Alps. My painful accident happened in a split second, but it took more than two years for me to learn my lesson.

Categories Safe Travels
Vanessa Wilkins purchased a ticket for a Remi Wolf concert, excited to see Rachel Chinouriri as the opening act. However, after discovering that Chinouriri had dropped out before her purchase, she sought a seatgeek refund. Learn how she navigated the process and ultimately secured her refund.

Should SeatGeek refund my tickets after Rachel Chinouriri dropped out of the show?

May 30, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Vanessa Wilkins buys a concert ticket through SeatGeek, but when the artist she wants to see drops out, can she get her money back?

Categories Problem Solved
After American Airlines canceled Nathan Ciurzynski's flight due to Hurricane Milton, he was offered only a flight credit. Frustrated, he sought a full refund. Learn how he navigated the refund process, leveraging new regulations to secure his $321 back, and what steps he took to resolve the issue. American Airlines

American Airlines canceled my flight after a hurricane — why am I only getting this credit?

May 28, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Nathan Ciurzynski’s flight from Tampa to San Diego is canceled because of a hurricane. When he asks American Airlines for a refund, it offers a flight credit instead. Can he get his money back?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
After Lufthansa canceled her flight from Naples to Boston, Beth Bythrow faced a $1,387 refund dilemma involving her travel agent and tour operator. Discover the steps she took to navigate the complexities of her situation and how she ultimately secured her refund after six frustrating months.

A tour flight cancellation dilemma: Who owes me $1,387? Does anyone?

May 26, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Beth Bythrow’s Italian vacation was perfect, except for the ending. Lufthansa canceled her flight from Naples to Boston and offered her a ticket on a flight leaving the next day. She never imagined she’d be fighting with the airline and her travel advisor six months later over $1,387.

Categories Advocacy
As summer travel heats up, travelers like Sharmistha Das are facing increased cleaning fees from companies like Lyft. With reports of careless behavior and profit-driven charges, discover the reasons behind this trend and learn how to avoid unexpected fees during your travels this season.

Why are travelers making such a mess this summer?

May 25, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Sharmistha Das says she didn’t trash her Lyft. But her driver claims she dragged her bicycle helmet along the side of his door, leaving several long scuff marks. 

Categories On Travel
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