On the Sunday, September 23rd, 2012 edition of The Travel Guys… This week on The Travel Guys, Ed Perkins tells you how to avoid bonus resort fees at hotels and how not to enrich cruise lines' bottom lines with your spending on board ship. Great information to make you a smarter traveler.
Steve LaRosa, Sacramento's Man About Town, has some great ideas for things to do that aren't far away and won't cost a fortune. Rocklin, Penryn and Loomis anyone?
Over the past couple of weeks, Mark has been discussing the level of service from TSA officers at Sacramento International Airport and he has an update on that situation and a developing story that seems to indicate our brand new airport is costing us air service. An update at 2:40.
Finally, our entertainment segment features a new guest, the Sacramento Theatre Company. Starting with "The Miracle Worker" in two weeks, STC has a terrific line-up for the coming season and you'll hear all about it. Support the local arts community, see a live theatrical performance this week!
On the Sunday, September 16th, 2012 edition of The Travel Guys… This week's edition of The Travel Guys includes an introduction to "Trip Trotting," an on line service that connects you to local people when you travel. Find out how to meet people in far-away places through this unique service.
California casinos don't just take your money and run, they are part of the community. Rich Hoffman from Jackson Rancheria is on hand with an example of community spirit. Speaking of community spirit, our entertainment segment tells you about some wonderful concerts that are offered in our city for very reasonable prices. The Sacramento Valley Chorus is well worth your time and cultural arts dollars.
In our Listener Talkback section, Mark and Tom ask, "What are the things most frequently left behind in a hotel room by guests?," and "What are the world's happiest places?" We are talking countries, not Disneyland. Call in and you could be the winner of a Cheesesteak Factory dining card or an ARCO gas card, just for listening.
On the Sunday, September 9th, 2012 edition of The Travel Guys… This week's edition of The Travel Guys features nationally syndicated consumer columnist Christopher Elliott (his column appear in the Sunday Travel section of The Bee) discussing a variety of items of interest to travelers, including where to draw the line when the TSA starts messing with your body and your "stuff."
In our listener TalkBack section, we'll ask you if you think airline passengers are "stupid" for agreeing to pay ridiculous fees, as one European airline executive said this week. Call us and tell us what you think and you might win a $50 ARCO gas card, courtesy of Sports Leisure Vacations.
In the travel news, an update on the killer virus in Yosemite; and we tell you if United Airlines is really number one is award seat availability (as their recent advertisments claim).
Teen Not Allowed to Fly First Class
On the Sunday, September 2nd, 2012 edition of The Travel Guys… If you are a woman who travels alone on occasion (or on a regular basis), today's show has something especially for you. Anne Banas, Executive Editor for SmarterTravel.com joins us to discuss 10 Safety Mistakes Women Shouldn't Make When Traveling Alone. The list ranges from what you wear to how you hail a taxi cab. There are tips for the experienced as well as the occasional leisure traveler.
The travel news highlights a new Pizza Museum in Philadelphia and a new skywalk in the Canadian Rockies. Or maybe not. We have the story.
Plus, you can win ice cream treats for 4 from Cold Stone in our listener talk back portion of the show. Tell us where you ate your most memorable meal while traveling. The three best stories/recommendations will win the ice cream. Wait for the signal to call us at 921-1510 or 800-834-1530.