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Elliott Advocacy is a nonprofit organization that mediates cases between consumers and businesses. These are commentary articles that detail our efforts and provide educational information for consumers.

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.

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Two cheers for all those airline mergers. When I think about the benefits of airline mergers, I'm reminded of Karen Griffin's story.

Two cheers for all those airline mergers

January 28, 2024August 23, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

Two cheers for all those airline mergers. When I think about the benefits of airline mergers, I’m reminded of Karen Griffin’s story.

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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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Admit it, you don’t care what the TSA does to you anymore!

January 27, 2024August 9, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

The TSA is having a heckuva summer. From a new “trusted” traveler system it’s pushing on passengers, to a peculiar new rule.

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He just tried to book a four-night tour online from Icelandair, advertised at $1,073, including flights then the price jumped to $2,600.

Bait-and-switched into booking a summer “bargain”? Then read this

January 27, 2024August 2, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

He just tried to book a four-night tour online from Icelandair, advertised at $1,073, including flights then the price jumped to $2,600.

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How often is your no-name regional airline late? How many bags does your "ultra" low-cost carrier lose? It's none of your business.

What are the little secrets your airline keeps?

January 27, 2024July 19, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Losing TSA Pre-Check is easy, but just try getting it back

January 27, 2024July 12, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

The TSA can’t stop talking about its new Pre-Check program, it offers air travelers preferred screening status.

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Jennifer Devereaux is no longer angry at JetBlue Airways for what happened to her 3-year-old daughter, Summer.

Has JetBlue changed its stripes?

January 27, 2024July 5, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Is your travel agent biased?

January 27, 2024June 28, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Is Aruba part of the United States? I'm not the one asking. Hank Roden, a fine art photographer and it's more of a rhetorical question.

Why are airlines redefining national borders?

January 27, 2024June 21, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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