Bottom line: Know the policy before you book, and understand that you're risking more than points by not showing up.
TRAVEL TICKER
Gay travelers concerned about discrimination can find friendly lodgings and hotels at a new Web site, www.zoom.gay.com. The site includes more foreign destinations than a similar service, www.citysearch.com . . . Minneapolis hosts five holiday parades a week between now and Dec. 23 during the city's "Holidazzle" festivities. Details: 612-376-SNOW, www.tcfholidazzle.com.
BARGAIN OF THE WEEK
Bermuda for Free
Book three nights' hotel and get free airfare on USA 3000. Details: What's the Deal?, Page P3.
Reporting: Cindy Loose, Carol Sottili.
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