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How to score a travel upgrade

By Sarah Pascarella and Ed Perkins, SmarterTravel.com It seems like every traveler is looking for that little something extra—that one additional perk that can make a trip go from good to great. One of the best ways to make a vacation memorable, special, and (especially) comfortable is to score an upgrade for little to no charge. Whether you’re taking to … Read more

Do low-price guarantees live up to their claims?

  If another traveler books a two-night stay at your hotel at a lower rate and you’ve only booked a one-night stay, you would not be able to file a low-price guarantee claim. By Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Low-price guarantees—everybody has them, from airlines to cruise lines, travel agencies to opaque booking sites. But do they really mean anything? And are … Read more