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Callalily

(15,029 posts) Tue Nov 5, 2024, 07:18 AM Nov 5

Booking directly through the airline does have it's advantages [View all]

You have a full 24 hours to change your ticket, even if it's a non-refundable ticket if booked through the airline. If you booked through a 3rd party, then you must abide by their rules.

https://www.smartertravel.com/24-hour-cancellation-rule/?

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Booking directly through the airline does have it's advantages [View all] Callalily Nov 5 OP

Same as hotels. Book direct always. we can do it Nov 5 #1

Definitely book directly through the hotel. Callalily Nov 5 #5

I always book directly through the airline/ferry/train. Phoenix61 Nov 5 #2

On the rare occasion... 2naSalit Nov 5 #3

We've planned and taken two overseas trips with a travel agent. She took care of all of our special needs: handicapped CTyankee Nov 5 #4

You're lucky that you had such a good travel agent. Callalily Nov 5 #6