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Know + Go: In medical emergency, call airline for fare
- Updated: September 1, 2012 - 12:58 PM
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Most large airlines have medical fares to be used in medical emergencies or hospice situations. The fares allow last-minute booking and other flexibilities to your ticket provided the airline can verify the situation. They must be booked by phone only. One caveat: Be sure to compare the medical fare with the cost of a regular economy ticket to make sure it really is your best bet. DETROIT FREE PRESS
Find an all-inclusive getaway right for youAlready dreaming of an all-inclusive getaway for the winter? All-inclusives come in all flavors, from bare-bones to fairly exclusive. Destinations known for having a wide array include the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Costa Rica and Cancun. Take a look at websites such as WhereToStay.com and TripAdvisor.com to get a general feel for the destinations first. Then you can price out packages at sites such as Vacation Express or Apple Vacations. WASHINGTON POST
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Put a 24-hour hold on that airfareThanks to new Department of Transportation regulations, you can put any air reservation on hold for 24 hours without paying for it. United Airlines also offers something called "fare lock" that allows you to put an airfare on hold for longer periods, on select flights, for a fee. Do a search online for "fare lock" to find out more. AIRFAREWATCHDOG.COM
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