Travel agents demand end to unfair skiplagging penalties

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – As airfares continue to surge, travellers increasingly turn to skiplagging for more affordable options. Skiplagging is the practice of booking a cheaper flight with a layover at a destination the traveller intends going to, and then intentionally skipping the final leg to secure a lower fare. While this approach can be tempting for cost-conscious travellers, the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) highlights a concerning reality: it’s travel agents who often bear the brunt of the consequences...