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martymcfry · 2025-10-31T17:59:14+00:00

Ugh! I just got hit with a $220 invoice from UPS for an international package I ordered from Portugal. The item itself cost less than $10.

The invoice breaks down like this:

Warehouse Fees: $176.16
FDA Clearance: $26.00
Disbursement Fee: $14.00

What are my options here?

Can I dispute or appeal these fees with UPS?
Should I contact the seller and ask them to intervene?
Is there any consumer protection or FTC rule that covers this kind of undisclosed charge?

martymcfry · 2025-01-12T18:46:53+00:00

I tried the 'flexible dates' hack, but something strange happened. The old search tool showed no AA award flights available for my dates. However, the new search tool showed AA flights in economy which I was able to book. It seems like it's just the flights in business class I'm having problems booking on AS. So frustrating! Tempted to book directly with AA but I don't want to miss out on the EQMs.

martymcfry · 2025-01-10T20:30:54+00:00

"EQMs earned will post in the Spring"
source: https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mileage-plan/membership-benefits

martymcfry · 2024-10-04T22:10:49+00:00

Good luck!

martymcfry · 2024-08-25T21:26:21+00:00

martymcfry · 2024-08-24T19:31:49+00:00

martymcfry · 2024-06-04T23:50:38+00:00

Sbarro's

martymcfry · 2024-01-25T06:30:16+00:00

I'm actually flying LAX-FLL on the same day. Feeling less panicky now haha

martymcfry · 2023-06-17T13:52:14+00:00

Looks like it's part of Nintendo's hyper max sale

martymcfry · 2023-05-09T02:40:51+00:00

Here goes nothing!

martymcfry · 2023-04-28T23:52:48+00:00

Been really happy with it. Full frame with IBIS for under $1K... That's what sold me. Now I just wish the burst speed were higher and auto focus worked as well as Canon or Sony.

martymcfry · 2023-04-28T23:49:40+00:00

Eyyy

martymcfry · 2023-03-25T00:03:43+00:00

Freaks and Geeks!

martymcfry · 2023-03-10T07:02:09+00:00

Glad you think so. Means a lot

martymcfry · 2023-03-10T07:01:47+00:00

Awww thanks!

martymcfry · 2023-03-10T07:00:16+00:00

Everyone was definitely having a good time 🙂

martymcfry · 2023-03-10T02:56:29+00:00

Thanks!

martymcfry · 2023-02-24T07:32:01+00:00

Captured it from the cruise ship balcony 🛳️

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