On the Sunday, January 25th, 2015 edition of The Travel Guys… In the travel news, after a five year absence, our airport is finally getting a hotel; and Uber and other ride share companies are back in trouble with state regulators. We'll explain what the new twist is.
At the New York Times Travel Show, we annually bring you back interviews from lots of interesting people, and this year is no exception. First, we explore the growing segment of medical tourism in Mexico (click on the flag on the upper right corner to translate to English), that is, people who are going to our southern neighbor for optional and some not so optional medical and dental treatments. Our first guest is Carlos Arceo, President of the Mexican Council for the Medical Tourism Industry.
Next from New York is Richard Arnold, Director of Fun at Nova Tours. Richard tells us all about some of the highlights of a visit to the Canadian provinces of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador. He talks a little about the advantages of traveling as part of a group in remote places with few hotels and motels.
The second half of the show starts with Adam Rapp telling us all about his "Pick-Pocket Proof" Pants. Mark saw them in person at the NY Times Travel Show Friday and says they looked comfortable and even in tune with fashion. Clothing Arts, Rethinking the Art of Clothing Design, is the company.
Tahiti and the over 100 sister islands of the South Pacific are closer than you think. Kristin Carlson of Tahiti Tourism talks to us about this magical destination. Finally, Patti Culp of the Alabama Travel Council sat down with Mark to tell the story of a visit to her home state, from Civil Rights history to the beginnings of the space program in Huntsville and the spectacular white sand beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast. It's a busy Sunday on The Travel Guys.
This week's edition of The Travel Guys combines adventure tourism with the opportunity to truly become a smarter traveler. First up is
First up is
Josh Gates, the host of a brand new show on The Travel Channel, "Expeditions Unknown." Tom has a fascinating interview that will make you want to join Josh as he visits some of the planet's most interesting and least known spots.
Christopher Elliott is the USA Today Travel Columnist and is also a weekly contributor for the Sunday travel section of the Sacramento Bee. He speaks with Mark and Tom on a variety of subjects, mostly evolving around the value of frequent flyer/guest programs.
On the Sunday, January 11th, 2015 edition of The Travel Guys… This week's edition of The Travel Guys features our favorite travel consumer reporter Ed Perkins. Ed joins us to opine on the wifi wars that have spring up between hotel chains, some new ways to book hotel rooms online and to lead a discussion on what you are really signing away blindly on the dotted line when you travel. Promises to be a lively conversation.
Steve LaRosa is back in studio with a new series featuring thing to do on close to home destinations. His findings will no doubt surprise and amuse you.
In the Travel News, you'll learn what a Benedictine monk has offered in terms of advice to United Airlines. Talk about cutting to the ultimate chase. Plus Mark tells you about the place lost luggage goes to die, all coming up this Sunday on The Travel Guys.
On the Sunday, January 4th, 2015 edition of The Travel Guys… This week on The Travel Guys, Tom and Mark welcome the New Year with a travel roundtable. Gwen Duncan, our Deal of the Week Gal from Cordially Yours Travel, joins us to discuss a variety of topics, including the importance of purchasing Cancellation Protection for your travels.
Should you or shouldn't you protect your travel purchases? Is insurance or some form of protection a rip off or a necessity? Should you buy a package that allows you to cancel for any reason, or does that add too much to the price of the coverage? We'll share our thoughts and welcome your comments on air.
In the travel news, Hyatt joins Marriott and Sheraton in the race to provide free wi-fi in 2015 for their guests. But unlike, their competitors, Hyatt is going to make it a little easier for you to get the free service.
Alaska Airlines is offering the first bag free in January, all you have to do is join their frequent flyer club. Seems like an easy way to save $50 a trip! Be listening to the travel news for details.