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TRAVEL

Travel insurance policy void without a ring — is that right?

February 5, 2024September 14, 2015 by Christopher Elliott

When Scott Mitchell booked an airline ticket to fly from Austin to New York to see his girlfriend, he decided to play it safe.

Categories Should I Take The Case?
One of the most common answers to a travel problem is: You should have bought insurance. I've said it and chances are, you have too.

Help! My travel insurance didn’t work like I thought it would

February 1, 2024April 13, 2015 by Christopher Elliott

One of the most common answers to a travel problem is: You should have bought insurance. I’ve said it and chances are, you have to.

Categories Should I Take The Case?
Think travel is a challenge? Try doing it with a special-needs child. Jess knows what its like. Autistic daughter is prone to anxiety attacks

Special-needs travelers get a helping hand

February 1, 2024March 7, 2015 by Christopher Elliott

Think travel is a challenge? Try doing it with a special-needs child. Jess knows what its like. Autistic daughter is prone to anxiety attacks

Categories Commentary
Leaving something at home is the number one mistake holiday travelers make, according to a new poll. And it's not just essential items.

Pack these tips for a better holiday trip

September 5, 2024December 13, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

Leaving something at home is the number one mistake holiday travelers make, according to a new poll. And it’s not just essential items.

Categories Commentary
The travel industry’s favorite new word seems to be “no.” Sergio Lopez knows that. So does Melanie Channick.

Why the travel industry’s favorite new word is “no” – and what to do about it

January 29, 2024October 26, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

The travel industry’s favorite new word seems to be “no.” Sergio Lopez knows that. So does Melanie Channick.

Categories The Navigator
Continental Airlines made her a promise: The frequent flier miles she'd earned from her business travel wouldn't expire.

The rise of the insincere travel offer – and what to do about it

January 29, 2024October 4, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

Continental Airlines made her a promise: The frequent flier miles she’d earned from her business travel wouldn’t expire.

Categories Commentary
I'm all in favor of smart travel strategies, but there's a difference between being an enlightened passenger and being a liar.

Is travel hacking smart – or unethical?

January 28, 2024August 30, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

I’m all in favor of smart travel strategies, but there’s a difference between being an enlightened passenger and being a liar.

Categories Commentary
The travel industry is infatuated with the word "free,". Don't believe me? Then feel free to ask anyone who has taken advantage.

Warning! These “free” travel offers can really cost you

January 27, 2024August 16, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories Commentary
John Hassett cancels his Airbnb rental half a year before he’s scheduled to check in. Why can’t he get a refund?

Why can’t I get a refund for my Airbnb rental?

January 27, 2024July 25, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
Have you seen the stories about the "miracle" of social media and how real-time social media platforms can lead to superior customer service.

Have companies stopped listening to us online?

January 26, 2024May 21, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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