Learning Travel Industry's Lingo Can Help Consumers

Have you ever had a virtual victual before? I hope not. Although, if you travel with kids you've probably seen one. Defined as; "n. an airborne meal comprised entirely of crumbs found in the seatback pocket underneath the ditching card." The lexicon of the travel industry is growing fast. For consumers it can be empowering to be able to talk the talk.

CDW n. optional car rental coverage that is unnecessary for most consumers; alternately known as "collision damage waiver" or "completely disregard whenever."

Code-sharing n. a practice that allows two or more airlines to cross-sell each other's flights using their own airline codes; extensive research has shown the primary benefit is confusing passengers who want to file a complaint.

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