Author: Christopher Elliott

There are a number of tourist swindles out there, including scams involving deception, distraction and petty theft.

If you’re planning to travel this fall, there’s one thing you should avoid doing.

Most Americans strongly oppose the use of cell phones on a flight, but a minority of passengers say it’s harmless. Here’s which group is right.

Hotels have returned fire in the junk fee war by adding surprising new extras. Customers are fighting them in the courts and Congress, and one-by-one.

This summer’s biggest pain points – crowds, delays and high prices – will require more than a good policy. I have some pro advice on handling them.

Airline passengers have been polite enough, thank you very much. Now airlines are serving another summer filled with delays and substandard service.

What’s going on? People are flooding popular destinations but leaving their manners at home.

Seat kickers and tray table drummers are a major annoyance. But the discussion about these bothersome in-flight behaviors has always ended too soon.

Dressing up for your flight can benefit you in several ways. So even if your airline doesn’t adopt a dress code, maybe you should consider it.

Some discount airlines already lock their seats in the upright position. But with space getting tighter, maybe the idea is ready for primetime.