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Title: ZipAir “Business” via Travelocity – Misleading Disclosure, Credit Card Dispute Succeeded Body: I want to share a cautionary experience regarding ZipAir “Business” class tickets purchased through an online travel agency (Travelocity). ZipAir operates as a low-cost carrier, and its “Business” product differs significantly from traditional long-haul business class. When booked through Travelocity, several important limitations were not clearly disclosed at the time of purchase, leading to reasonable consumer confusion. Key points travelers should be aware of: ▪ ZipAir “Business” is not a full-service business class product ▪ No blanket, pillow, TV, not even a free bottle of water. ▪ Meals and other services are paid add-ons ▪ Lounge access is not included at NRT ▪ Baggage require additional fees ▪ OTA Travelocity listings do not explain these limitations before purchase After the booking, the gap between expectations and the actual product became clear. Attempts to resolve the issue directly with Travelocity was unsuccessful. A credit card dispute was filed on the basis of misleading or insufficient disclosure, and the card issuer ruled in favor of the customer, issuing a full refund the disputed amount. Takeaway: If you are considering ZipAir “Business” class, do not assume it is comparable to traditional business class. If booking through an OTA, read all disclosures carefully; in this case of Travelocity, it did not specify at all about the missing services. Posting this so others can make an informed decision.

AirAsia is great for short-haul as a low-cost carrier, no-frills option in Asia. However, avoid AirAsia X long-haul at all costs. 1. They have no entertainment nor even a powered USB port to charge your device. Hence on long-haul you can run out of batteries when watching your iPad/device. It is not clear why they cripple their USB ports, because they do exist? 2. They charge for drinking plain cold water! This is outrageous, long-haul people need water to stay hydrated but AirAsia are so penny pinching they fail to provide water, which is a free product. Instead they charge a minimum RM4 for bottled water. This is disgraceful conduct. Sure it is fine to charge for flavoured and heated beverages, but don't charge people for their basic right to stay hydrated! 3. They don't let you prebook beverages, so you have to bring cash or card - why do this? This creates extra hassle to flyers? Overall there is nil reason to fly AirAsia X long-haul, Jetstar offers free water, prepaid drinks and optional entertainment for around the same no-frills pricing. You'd have to be crazy to opt for the inferior service AirAsia provide. Short haul they are great as these problems are immaterial. Long haul they actually matter.

Poor Air line stranded for more than 24hrs. After canceling my flight. Leave me at the airport with no were to go.