Bag Fees, Hotel fees
True Cost of a Vacation Can Be Hidden in the Fees
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Those darn fees. First you think you're getting a cheap deal -- on the airfare, the car rental, the hotel -- and then whammo. The New York Times offers a short crib sheet on what to look for so you're not surprised when the bill finally arrives.
"Once you book a plane ticket and hotel room, it's natural to think your vacation costs are all but covered.Yet a hodgepodge of new and unexpected fees when you're on the road means your trip can end up costing far more than expected.
With airlines, for example, fees can now outweigh the price of a ticket if you're not careful. And the attractive rates for hotels and rental cars on travel Web sites probably don't reflect the surcharges and extras that will be added later..."
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