On the Sunday, September 23rd, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, American Airlines says if Congress limits what they can charge in ridiculous ticket change fees, they will just make the tickets completely non-refundable/changeable. Where is this spat going? Who knows, but it's fun to watch... Hidden fees have come to Airbnb type vacation rentals, and we have some words of wisdom for potential renters. The
Redding area is known for having some terrific recreational opportunities, waterfalls, a national park and lots more. Did the recent fire damage those tourism destinations? We have an update for you.
TSO, The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, visits Sacramento with its holiday show every year. Get tickets and info on this year's show at www.trans-siberian.com.
On the Saturday, September 15th, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Sacramento International Airport has a new Director of Airports. She is Cynthia Nichol, a long time airport executive most recently from Portland. The FBI has announced they have found a pair of Dorothy's Ruby Slippers and returned them to their owner. The slippers had been missing for over a decade since they were stolen from a museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Judy's hometown. Hawaiian Airlines has announced the longest domestic flight route in the U.S. Starting in the spring, they will offer non-stop service from Boston's Logan Airport to Honolulu. At 5,095 miles, it will take just about 12 hours to get to the islands from Bean town. Gwen Duncan joins our Smarter Traveler segment to talk about travel waivers, the rebooking opportunity the airlines (and cruise lines) sometimes extend. When a hurricane is coming, do you cancel or wait for the travel vendor to pull the plug? Gwen has some wisdom for you.
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Sports Leisure Vacations, the sponsor of The Travel Guys, held their Tour Preview Day at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on September 15th, with a new catalog rolling out over 30 new adventures in the U.S. and around the world. We take a few minutes and discuss some of their offerings. Request your catalog here. They will be available for public release after September 23rd. Copies will be mailed to Travel Club Members on the 18th (Tuesday).
Glamping is the newest craze. Have some of the basic conveniences of home, while enjoying the outdoors. Our friends from the In Town Campground in Nevada City stop in for an update. Annually Sacramento bestows the Elly Awards, honor outstanding achievements of community theaters and artists in the Sacramento area. We tell you how you can be a part of this year's show.
On the Sunday, September 9th, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, seems as though some travelers buying their Delta tickets through Google Travel may think they are buying a premium economy seat when they really are not. American Airlines is
thinking of changing their boarding process just a bit to allow those with nut allergies to pre-board, allowing the traveler to wipe down their immediate seating area to try and make it allergen-free. American will not remove nuts from any flight. At least the kind you eat....
In our Smarter Traveler segment, Mark talks about importance of doing your homework. Check prices and read the fine print. When it comes to travel, it’s worth your time.
Road Reporter Chris Galloway checks in from the San Juan Islands, to remind listeners the importance of selecting the right travel package. He talks about the different things to consider, such as physical stamina, length of trip, type of travel and who you are traveling with. Chris also talks about how your travel “attitude” definitely wears off on others.
We spoke with Jim Jacoby before he left for his 20th Burning Man, and now Jim joins us after the event to share some of the highlights of a week in the desert.
On the Sunday, September 2nd, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Disney Cruise Line has tightened/lengthened the time before your final payment is due and cancellation penalties take effect. United's president says it's ok to charge families to sit together, "Because that's what we do," and Mark has an update on Alaska Airlines animals on board policy. In our Smarter Traveler segment, the topic is the cost of travel. Mark says prices are on the rise, but this time its for a unique reason. Much of it has to do with the raise in minimum wage and the inability for some tourist areas to be able to attract enough help. Your favorite vacation is going to cost a little more and in Mark's opinion, that's ok. To a point. Earlier this year, we told you about a new company,
GoGo Grandparent. It's growing in popularity and its available in Sacramento. The guys have an update with the owner of the online service.
Last week, Tom played in a blackjack tournament in Las Vegas with some success. Tournaments like this one, for blackjack, poker and other games, are on many people's travel list. Let's find out first-person from Tom what the experience was like.