On the Sunday, July 24th, 2011 edition of The Travel Guys… Remember those new airline consumer protection laws we were all so excited about? Well we may have spoken too soon! Ed Perkins, our favorite Consumer Reporter and frequent guest of the show joins us to discuss the Department of Transportation's recent decision to back off on enforcing a few of the new laws. It's an alarming development to say the least! Ed will also be joining us to discuss the United/Continental merger and the interesting reward opportunities it gives to American Express users.
Next up is Gina Swankie, spokesperson for The Big Build - the newest addition to the Sacramento International Airport - to talk about the progress they've made and what to expect over the coming months. The new terminal is scheduled to open in October and will include a state-of-the-art people moving system.
Joshua and Robin Berry Children’s Trust
The tragic story of Joshua and Robin Berry's death while returning home from vacation has truly touched our hearts. We want to encourage you all to check out the Trust's facebook page, keep updated on the children's progress and consider making a donation. You can visit their page by clicking here.
On the Sunday, July 17th, 2011 edition of The Travel Guys… Sunday, the Travel Guys are joined by two of our favorites guests, Ben Schlappig and Jon Holloway headlining. Ben blogs about travel and also helps people get that difficult frequent flyer mileage ticket. Sunday he'll give you some tips on how to search partner airlines for the ticket you need. It's a little bit advanced, but definitely worth listening to if you've ever had the frustration of trying to get that Super Saver ticket...
Jon Holloway of Holloway Travel Outfitters joins us in the studio for one of his family-famous packing demonstrations. Jon (and his mother before him) have been giving these demonstrations to Sacramento-area travelers for two generations. Catch Jon on the air, then watch the demonstration on line. Lots of tips to make you a Smarter Traveler.
Mark on Fox 40's Morning Show
Mark will appear on Fox 40 on Monday about 7:40am to discuss how to be a Smarter Traveler. Be sure to tune in and catch even more travel tips.
On the Saturday, July 9th, 2011 edition of The Travel Guys… This week on the Travel Guys we're bringing back Virgin American pilot Henry Biernacki to answer any and all of your questions for a full hour. Some of you may remember Henry from a few weeks ago, when he gave us a glimpse into what exactly goes on inside the cockpit during a flight. This time, you take control and steer the conversation in any direction you wish. Also joining us will be Yuki Gallatin, a gate agent for a major international airline. Together, Henry and Yuki bring a wealth of information on flying you won't find anywhere else!
Plus, in the travel news we'll introduce you a new attraction that will allow you to dangle 116 stories over Toronto's skyline and even teach you how to beat a DUI with Sacramento's newest cruise attraction. It's another exciting week of The Travel Guys, and we hope you'll come along for the ride!
Mark on TV
This past week, Mark was asked by FOX 40 for his opinion on the cruise accident that recently took place in Mexico. Check it out in the video below.
On the Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 edition of The Travel Guys… Join The Travel Guys Sunday as the phone lines are once again opened up and Mark asks you what your favorite airline is and why. The votes from last week have been posted here. If you can't call in Sunday, be sure to vote on line. Results will be announced on next Sunday's show.
One lucky caller to the show this week will win a $50 ARCO gas card. We'll take calls after the Travel News. Featured guests include a man who will help us understand why airlines finished last among all industries in customer satisfaction; and Tom takes you on a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of northern California's most popular tourist attractions.
916-921-1530 and 800-834-1530 are the numbers to call between 2:15 and 2:45pm Sunday. Be ready, because Mark has a couple of things he'll want to know when he gets you on the line. For example, when you stay in hotels, do you usually tip the housekeeper? Why or why not? Talk to you on the radio...
Whats YOUR Favorite Airline?
Odds’n Ends
Check out this list of top 10 most “Thrilling” airports in the world. How’d you like to land on one of these?!?
We'd like to send a special shout out to Erin Haight, photographer of the fantastic photo shown below. This photo was recently added to the KVIE Art Auction we told you about a few weeks ago!