When you book a hotel room online, you expect that the rate you see is the rate you’ll pay, right?
To help make sure that’s the case, the FTC is sending warning letters to 22 online hotel reservation sites that may be violating the law by...
Tag: travel
It pays to be an informed travel shopper. Ask your friends or family for recommendations and search for company reviews online. And be skeptical if someone says that you’ve won a “free” vacation. Don’t share your credit card information — even if...
Need to rent a car for your vacation or business travels? Comparing prices online can save you a bundle. But make sure you compare the total cost — not just the advertised rate — because fees and options can increase the base price dramatically...
An international driving permit (IDP) translates your government-issued driver’s license into 10 languages. Although your U.S. driver’s license lets you drive in many foreign countries, the translations in the IDP are intended to minimize...
Whether you’re off to see the sights, sunbathe on the sand, or ski the slopes, it pays to be an informed travel shopper. Get a copy of the company’s cancellation and refund policies, and ask “What if...?” Consider whether some form of travel...
‘Tis the season for exams, commencements, and a renewed focus on the future. But when it comes to dealing in the marketplace, everyone has the potential to be a value-dictorian. Before spending your hard-earned money, ask questions, do your...
