On the Sunday, October 7th, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the first Krispy Kreme donut store opened in Ireland. It was intended to be a 24-hour a day operation, but after only a week, the overwhelming crowds and traffic problems caused the store to close overnight. American Airlines CEO Doug Parker makes a strange argument. He says seats on his planes with LESS room are actually more comfortable. We find out what Mr. Parker has been smoking and share it with you... Marriott Hotels are dealing with random strikes around the country. Keep an eye on things if you have a stay or a meeting coming up with Marriott. Mendocino County is holding its very first
mushroom festival, November 2-11. Feast Mendocino features 50 authentic mushroom experiences.
Finally, Mark has a fun list of travel tips for making a trip on the Lincoln Highway, in 1914...
On the Saturday, September 29th, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In The Travel News, a U.S. judge says no to the grizzly bear hunt in Yellowstone, American Airlines is raising the price of alcohol in the sky and one of our favorite hotels might be on the verge of being voted the most haunted hotel in the country! When you are shopping for travel, certain words and phrases are found often. We've corralled 10 of the most misleading terms, and we will tell you which ones work for you and which ones to beware of. Our goal, making you a smarter traveler. Steve LaRosa joins us with a What's Goin' On update, tips on things to do in and around Sacramento. He also brings us an opportunity to sit down with
Rock 'n Roll legend Graham Nash. Finally, we are joined by the folks from Video Lab, to help explain how to make sure your visual travel memories are properly preserved.
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.