Hey Priceline, I want my taxes back!
When he cancels his trip to Istanbul, Kevin O’Connell tries to get a refund for the taxes and fees on his flight. But his online travel agent, Priceline, is giving him the runaround. How does he get his money back?
Windfall airport and airline riches from nominal fees
Sometimes, obscure fees and taxes instituted by governments and airlines create a surprising windfall when the overall economic milieu changes. These fees and taxes that might have been expected to pull in normal amounts of revenues can grow enormously as in the case of jet fuel taxes and frequent flier fees.
Going to California? Bring your passport
It’s no secret that many of today’s younger generation have difficulty with the subject of geography. It appears some of the companies we depend on during our travels are stymied as well.