The Surprising Travel Hack That Lets You Buy Other People’s Vacations

Every traveler knows the sting of losing money on a nonrefundable booking. Now there’s a clever way to recoup those costs, or score an unexpected deal: buy someone else’s canceled vacation.

What started as a niche corner of the internet is now going mainstream. Platforms like SpareFare, Transfer Travel, and Roomer let you purchase nonrefundable flights, hotels, and packages at discounted rates. One traveler’s loss can be your ticket to a cheap getaway.

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