Travelers are being warned to double-check their hotel room bills after a man on social media discovered items that he and his wife thought were complimentary actually carried a fee if they were used and gave specific examples of what happened to him. In a TikTok video that went viral, Jaden Warren said he was surprised … Read more
Many popular destinations struggling with overtourism and infrastructure issues are aiming to fix those problems in an often unpopular way by enacting new taxes on tourists. The city of Galway, on the west side of Ireland, is widely known for its medieval streets, colorful shopfronts and historical landmarks. It is now considering a tourist tax that … Read more
A Spanish budget airline named Volotea is sparking flight passengers’ anger after reportedly asking them to pay extra charges for fuel after their tickets have already been purchased. At first glance, the added charge — which will be $8 to $11 per passenger, per the “Simple Flying” aviation blog — does not sound high. But travelers are … Read more
Delta Air Lines is the latest airline to increase their checked bag fees. Passengers on domestic flights and select short-haul international routes will now pay $45 for their first checked bag and $55 for the second — a $10 increase. The cost of checking a third bad will increase from $150 to $200. The price … Read more
Kevin Costner is facing a new lawsuit related to the sequel to his Western box office bomb, “Horizon: An American Saga.” Western Costume Leasing Company filed a lawsuit Monday in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Costner, 70, and his production banner Territory Pictures for breach of contract, claiming the defendants did not pay for rented … Read more
A Hollywood director was convicted Thursday on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized, while he instead used the cash for lavish purchases that included several Rolls-Royces, a Ferrari and about $1 million in mattresses and luxury bedding. Carl Erik Rinsch, best known for directing the film … Read more
Owning a four-legged friend in New York City can cost renters two limbs. An impressive 94 million US households own at least one pet, bringing the country’s total pet-related spending to a whopping $152 billion in 2024. A study by RentCafe ranked the most pet-friendly cities for budget-minded renters, balancing the availability of pet-friendly apartments … Read more
A customer had some reservations about his bill at a restaurant. One frustrated customer claimed that they were charged a “quiet time surcharge” on their bill, which was added before the tip — because the restaurant they dined at was empty. The user shared on Reddit that they decided to check out a local restaurant … Read more
American Express unveiled long-awaited upgrades to its US Platinum cards on Thursday, adding new perks worth over $3,500 annually while raising the annual fee by $200. The card refresh reflects a strategy AmEx has leaned on for years. Banking on the affluence of its customer base, the credit card giant routinely adds premium perks to justify its fee hikes. The … Read more
The early bird gets the Kirkland rotisserie chicken. Costco members across the country are setting their alarms an hour early Tuesday to enjoy first dibs on everything from 30-packs of toilet paper to the company’s famous $1.50 hot dogs. But it’s only for a select group of shoppers. Executive members can grab their super-sized shopping … Read more
Highway robbery! If you’re vacationing in Europe this summer, better bring along extra cash. Popular tourist destinations in European cities are combatting mass tourism by slapping some ridiculous, yet costly fines — some scaling into the thousands — on visitors they deem unruly. Wearing flip flops while driving, taking a shell or pebble from a … Read more
Summer travel is in full swing after a record-breaking Memorial Day weekend. A massive 45.1 million Americans were predicted to travel at least 50 miles from their homes, with 3.61 million Americans flying to their destination. For those flyers who tend to bring a lot of baggage with them, a viral travel hack involving pillowcases is now apparently … Read more
She wasn’t going to submit to this fly-way robbery. An incensed Ryanair passenger was so steamed over the budget carrier’s nearly $75 check-in fee that she canceled her entire vacation — and went out to dinner instead. “What they were charging was really unfair for the job that they had to do,” Hina Muneer, 29, … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a new rule that will help protect travelers from all those unwanted add-on fees. The rule tackles “Unfair or Deceptive Fees.” These are sometimes applied to short-term lodging as “resort” or “destination” fees when customers use hotel amenities such as pools or gyms. Short-term lodging includes hotels, motels, vacation rentals … Read more
It’s the mother of all tripping tricks. Flying with a belly full of baby is no joke — but traveling with a faux gut made out of a makeup bag? That’s a real gag. That’s how genius globetrotter Grace Hale avoided paying extra luggage upcharges on a recent Ryanair flight from England to Scotland. She tucked her … Read more
It was a prank that was pulled off in plane sight. An Irish restaurant mocked Michael O’Leary — the CEO of budget airline Ryanair — by adding additional charges to his food bill, mimicking the extra fees his carrier often piled onto customers. Luvida, a restaurant in Navan, Ireland, shared in a Facebook post on … Read more
Despite arriving at his reservation on time, a punctual patron paid the price for dashing before dining. Content creator Sean Lans has drummed up a debate over restaurant cancellation fees after complaining that he and his friend were allegedly charged a $25 fee for not ordering any food at an unnamed NYC restaurant, despite showing … Read more
If your New Year’s resolution is to travel more, you’ll want to be aware of any changes coming to airlines in the new year. Many airlines are making big adjustments in 2025, including updated baggage fees, carry-on policies and general rules. No matter what airline you fly, there’s likely to be an update that could … Read more
These airline fees are soaring. Another major air carrier will be implementing an extra charge for carry-on bags, as the cost of checked baggage climbs. Beginning in January, Air Canada will be charging basic-economy travelers an extra fee for bringing abroad carry-on luggage larger than a handbag or small backpack. The fee will pertain to … Read more
Senators on Wednesday harshly criticized rising airline fees for luggage and seat assignments, saying carriers are looking for new ways to extract more money from passengers. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, who chairs the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, blasted carriers at a hearing with American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier executives. “Airlines these days … Read more