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s So you think you found a great hotel deal, but then get to the checkout page or, even worse, show up to the front desk and are surprised with unanticipated fees on your bill. We’ve all been there. Unfortunately, hidden fees and unanticipated add-ons are increasingly common in travel, especially with hotels. In addition to resort fees, we’ve encountered hidden fees for things like having extra guests or even housekeeping. We’ve also seen some hotels impose strict cancellation policies for bookings that are supposed to be flexible. A little bit of research can go a long way when booking...