On the Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Southwest says you absolutely cannot bring your robot on the plane, and next time an older flyer tells you there used to be a lot more legroom on airlines, believe them, because it’s true. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we talk about online trip reviews. Are these “influencers” really giving you the truth, or are they swayed by the fact the airline, hotel or cruise line is letting them travel for free with the expectation of a good review. We’ll dig in and look for the truth. Are travel vendors pulling a fast one on you when you search for a hotel, an airfare, or other travel components. Are they keeping a book on your online searches to charge you more money? Chris Elliott joins us to discuss the issue. Finally, we tell you which state in our union has the most road rage...and which one has the least. Plus, the most and least congested traffic cities, just in time for summer driving.
On the Saturday, May 16th, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, an airline merger that might be good news for Stocktonians; and one airline is allowing passengers to make calls while in flight. How do YOU feel about that change in policy? Those stories and more in the news. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we give you a heads up on things American tourists do that drive Europeans crazy. We talk about whether or not all the technology in your hotel room is a good thing; and a German judge has made a decision in the “pool chairs war” case. If you love to camp, and are thinking about using an RV for your experience, we have some tips for you, including how to get your RV delivered directly to your campground of choice!
On the Sunday, May 10th, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Delta is sued for tricking flyers about refunds – No, that could NEVER HAPPEN – and Miami has a GREAT idea about how to make getting on a cruise that much easier. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we discuss facial recognition. Disney is using it now. Is it too late to opt out of having your picture taken, or can you still preserve your privacy? Road Reporter Clayton Whitehead joins us to share his wisdom on the latest travel trends he has seen as he roves around the planet. Are US visitors still welcome despite the political fallout? What should you know to be smarter when you travel? Clayton has some thoughts. In our Odds and Ends round up, we go slightly off subject and tell you which cities Wallet Hub says are best for professional and college basketball fans.
On the Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Jet Blue is changing the way you board the plane and we'll tell you about the new pillow case travel hack that might allow you an extra carry-on. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we have tips from expert Rick Steves (multi-generational travel, a unique way to travel to close-by cities on your vacation and more) to help older travelers on the road. It's mailbag day on the Travel Guys, and we'll answer your questions on everything from hotel rewards programs, to why to this day there are still ash trays on board every airplane in the sky.