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Author: Christopher Elliott

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Need to find out if a tourist attraction is open? Here’s where to look for accurate info

July 23, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Need to find out if a tourist attraction is open? Here’s where to look for accurate info

There are ways to find out if an attraction is open, from checking a reliable website or social media to calling the place yourself.

Money

My photo order was delayed amid the pandemic. These steps helped track it down

July 22, 2021July 23, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on My photo order was delayed amid the pandemic. These steps helped track it down

I helped Troy Nicholas track down missing photos during the pandemic using tactics anyone can use in situations where a product hasn’t been delivered.

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Do I need a vaccine passport to travel? The answer is no – for now, anyway

July 9, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Do I need a vaccine passport to travel? The answer is no – for now, anyway

For now, you don’t need a vaccine certificate to travel domestically or abroad (unless your destination requires it). But it’s a good idea to take it.

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Is your hotel’s COVID cleaning protocol up to snuff? How to know if your room is really clean

June 25, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Is your hotel’s COVID cleaning protocol up to snuff? How to know if your room is really clean

From checking the hotel website to giving your room the sniff test on arrival, here’s how to know if it’s been properly cleaned.

Money

Home Depot canceled my refrigerator order and wants an extra $700. What can I do?

June 23, 2021June 23, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Home Depot canceled my refrigerator order and wants an extra $700. What can I do?

When Home Depot lost Jennifer Gaetjens’ refrigerator order, the company offered a fix she doesn’t like: Pay an extra $700 for the appliance.

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Don’t let an argument over COVID-19 rules ruin your summer vacation. Here’s how to avoid one.

June 18, 2021June 18, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Don’t let an argument over COVID-19 rules ruin your summer vacation. Here’s how to avoid one.

Avoiding a COVID-19 disagreement could mean the difference between a great vacation and one cut short by a visit to the emergency room. Here’s how.

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COVID-19 precautions at hotels, airlines: Is the travel industry focused on safety or saving money?

June 11, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on COVID-19 precautions at hotels, airlines: Is the travel industry focused on safety or saving money?

Some travel businesses such as hotels have already indicated that pandemic safety changes will stick around. Why? To save money and increase profits.

Travel

Here come the summer vacation rental fees. Which ones are legit and which are robbery?

June 4, 2021June 4, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Here come the summer vacation rental fees. Which ones are legit and which are robbery?

Summer’s just begun but vacation rental booking is up 282% and it’s a seller’s market. Here’s how to know which fees are legit and which are robbery.

Travel

Everyone is going to want to take a summer vacation in 2021. But are you ready to join them?

May 29, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Everyone is going to want to take a summer vacation in 2021. But are you ready to join them?

What will it take for you to take a summer vacation? Fewer COVID-19 cases? A vaccination? Cheap airfare? Only you know where your comfort level lies.

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Should you buy your baby a separate seat when flying? Yes, and here’s why.

May 23, 2021Christopher ElliottComments Off on Should you buy your baby a separate seat when flying? Yes, and here’s why.

Kids under two can sit on your lap, which means they fly for free. So why not save a little money? And you’re probably not going to like the answer.

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Switzerland’s burn centers are so overwhelmed that fire victims are being sent to other countries.

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A Deadly Blaze in Switzerland

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Venezuela Frees Dozens of Political Prisoners

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Bars, nightclubs and discos have been the sites of deadly fires.

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Survivors of Swiss Fire Search for News of the Victims

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Swiss Alps Ski Resort Fire: What We Know

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