Travel articles Take Your Carrier to Court Day
As President Bush winds up his last week in office, here's something to ponder, especially if you happen to be sitting on a plane held on the tarmac. One of his administration's last acts in the transportation field was to approve a policy that could open the way for consumers to sue airlines in state courts for any action that might violate their "contract of carriage," that pact that, unbeknownst to most travelers, goes into effect each time an airline sells you a ticket.
Madonna Inn - Love Nest - Photos of the Madonna Inn - Rooms at the Madonna Inn
Love Nest: Favorite rooms in the Madonna Inn, a unique California hotel. More on Negotiating Your Hotel Rate
"I just arrived from Cairo," writes reader Janice Schacter, "where I was able to negotiate my room rate at the Four Seasons. Not only did I get a third-night-free deal, but I also lowered the rate by calling the hotel manager. I then negotiated the airport transfer, which was really a price gouge."
Bed Bug on White Cloth
Picture of a bed bug on a white cloth. Cinderella's Castle Suite
Always wanted to spend the night in Cinderella's Castle at Disney World? It's a dream come true for someone, every night this year.
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