It’s no secret that traveling has gotten more expensive lately, but hotels are taking things to a whole new level. Between “resort fees,” “cleaning fees,” and even charges for amenities that used to ...

As the Federal Trade Commission's Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees goes into effect today, some travel industry professionals are breathing a sigh of relief. The rule, which was finalized in December, ...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a rule banning hotels, vacation rentals and other short-term lodging providers from hiding mandatory fees. The final Junk Fees Rule, which applies to ...

A new junk fees rule takes aim at hidden fees on hotels, vacation rentals and event booking sites. Transparency is the order of the day — literally. On Dec. 17, 2024, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission ...

In a rare win for consumers, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees took effect on May 12, requiring booking websites for hotels, vacation rentals, and concert and ...

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This rule is part of a growing list of aggressive federal regulatory efforts that are making it even harder for hoteliers to operate their businesses in this challenging environment. The American ...