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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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Categories Commentary
The secrets to a hassle-free vacation seem simple enough. Here's how to avoid the most common travel mistakes.

The 5 most common travel mistakes — and how to avoid them

January 26, 2024May 18, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories The Navigator

Travelers feel the pressure to act now

January 26, 2024May 4, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

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Categories The Navigator

7 consumer secrets from the world’s smartest traveler

January 26, 2024February 19, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

Can being a smart traveler make you a better consumer? As the author of How To Be The World’s Smartest Traveler, which is being published next month, I can confirm that it does.

Categories Problem Solved

Wireless company failed to deliver modem, then pocketed my money

January 26, 2024January 9, 2014 by Christopher Elliott

Klaus Schuller’s wireless modem doesn’t arrive before his trip to Europe. It doesn’t arrive while he’s in Europe. Instead, it’s waiting for him when he gets home. Why can’t he get a refund for a hotspot he never got to use?

Categories Problem Solved
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