Think you’ll get a refund from Delta? Ha!
Delta's website isn't known for having great technology, and this situation almost cost me thousands of dollars.
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How To Refund ‘Name Your Own Price’ Priceline Reservation
Priceline's 'Name Your Own Price' ("NYOP") program for hotel reservations can offer some pretty lucrative deals, often with discounts exceeding 50% of the prevailing rate. Sadly, you can be locked into a hotel room that you don't want, and Priceline will do absolutely nothing to refund your reservation. However, there is a way to get a refund if you don't like your hotel...
Sunday Reader Question: How to Refund Aeroplan Ticket Within 22 Days Before Departure
Aeroplan award tickets are generally refundable. However, Aeroplan has a pesky term that states
Unused and valid flight rewards may be refunded and miles reinstated up to 22 days before the scheduled date of departure. A C$90.00 fee plus taxes per ticket will apply. This fee is non-refundable.
Buying a refundable ticket just for lounge access (and then cancelling)
Last year, I flew back to Canada from Australia via the USA. Unfortunately for me, I didn’t have access to shower facilities in the US, and oh boy, did I need a shower. What was I going to do? I had a long layover and I stunk.
