Articles tagged “junk fees”

In a hearing that became heated, senators expressed frustration that executives wouldn’t reveal what determines the ancillary fees.

As millions are set to travel for Thanksgiving this week, the senate subcommittee on investigations released a report that outlined how much revenue airlines have collected from seating and baggage fees.

Booking Holdings now has 7.8 million short-term rental listings worldwide, but not enough in the U.S. That's an opportunity, the CEO said.

Consumers hate junk fees and lawmakers have been slowly cracking down. But businesses are still pushing back.

While Hilton's outlook remains broadly positive, the moderating growth trajectory bears watching. Next year hotel operators may need to work harder to drive growth. Luxury and lifestyle brands could be key differentiators.

Can Airbnb be successful in Experiences when it avoids mass market tours and activities? Don't look to find that Taj Mahal tour on Airbnb.

Today's podcast looks at Spirit's promise of change, Biden's new efforts for families booking flights, and Saudi Arabia's hefty World Cup bid.

Today's podcast looks at Marriott's optimism in the face of challenge, the next step in junk fee legislation, and the ongoing strength of Norwegian Cruise spending.

The U.S. Senate moved forward in an effort to force U.S.-based hotels and short-term rentals to adopt a new national standard for price comparison. It has adopted similar language to a comparable bill in the House, so it's possible the bill will become law before the November elections.

Today's podcast looks at the persistence of airline junk fees, Spirit Air’s attempt to move upmarket, and Venice’s move to stem the tourist hordes.