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Travel Troubleshooter: Turo Claims Renter Damaged A Car That Was Muddy To Begin With

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Q: I rented a car through Turo in Edmonton, Canada, and returned it in the same condition, but the host accused me of causing a scratch. The car was covered in mud when I picked it up, making it impossible to inspect for existing damage. At drop-off, it was dark and snowy, and my phone was dying, so my photos were too dim to prove anything.

The...Read more

Aer Lingus Withholds A Full Refund After A Flight Cancellation

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After Aer Lingus cancels James Jones' flight from Paris to Philadelphia, he requests a full refund. The airline shorts him by $744, and then it stops responding to his emails. What can he do to get the money back?

Q: My wife and I were scheduled to fly from Paris to Philadelphia. Aer Lingus canceled the flight due to "operational issues" and ...Read more

Travel Troubleshooter: Airbnb Bans Model Customer For Life But Won't Detail Why

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Q: I've been an Airbnb user for nearly a decade with over 40 stays and positive reviews. Recently, Airbnb abruptly removed my account, citing a vague "possible violation" of its Terms of Service.

I appealed, but the company doubled down, banning me for life without an explanation. I'm baffled. What could I have done to warrant this? All I want ...Read more

 

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