On the Sunday, May 29th 2022, Memorial Day edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, a 29-year old Sacramento woman is sentenced to 15 months in jail after punching a Southwest flight attendant; and travel to Cuba is back on the table in a big way. Insurance for Vacation Rentals – whether you are a renter or a landlord, should you be protecting yourself? It’s the subject of our Smarter Traveler segment. Steve LaRosa’s feature, What’s Goin’ On?, was very popular in pre-COVID days. Steve is back with a collection of North Bay attractions, including a Frank Lloyd Wright building and Muir Woods National Monument. Yoda and Indiana Jones in San Anselmo Park Redwood cluster in Muir Woods Marin County Civic Center
When you travel, getting through security can be simple, or a bit complicated. Our TSA friends in Sacramento, Sid Hanna and Dale Keller, have some tips for making your TSA experience a snap.
On the Sunday, May 22nd, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Canada is about to follow Europe in holding airlines accountable for delays. So why isn't it happening here in our country? Because the airlines have WAYYYY too much power in Washington, DC. Plus, Southwest expands again, this time from Sacramento to Santa Barbara. Service starts June 5th. COVID is becoming an issue again, and that is impacting travel. So what about the idea of VOLUNTARILY testing BEFORE you travel, to make sure you are safe to be around others? Mark has spent the last week in Hawaii with one of his groups. Have a Hawaii trip on your travel schedule already, or about to plan one? Mark will share his insight on what it's like in the islands right now. Hint: This might not be the best time to go. And if you do, be respectful of the islands and the people who live there.
On the Sunday, May 15th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the small national hotel chain Kimpton, has added dog walking services for guests nationwide. Southwest Airlines is either the best or the worst in the sky, depending on which survey you listen to. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we talk about the importance of "timing" during the busy summer travel season. Airports, hotels, attractions, and especially restaurants are going to be busy. Timing is going to matter. Do your homework and be flexible is part of the message. The Wreath Project is a locally-led effort to honor the fallen at the Sacramento Valley Cemetery each Christmas. One of their fund-raisers is a golf tournament. See the adjoining list (and below) for a link to tournament information.* Charlie Leocha, the President of Travelers United, the voice of the traveler in Washington, DC, joins us to try and sort out the confusing mess regarding COVID tests and your return to the US from overseas. *6th Annual RememberAVet Golf Tournament: Friday, June 3, 2022, at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex - Alister MacKenzie Course - in Sacramento will be our venue again this year. We are to happy to be able to return to a shotgun start at 7:30 AM, followed by a bbq lunch and awards program. Please register as soon as possible, since we are limited to the number of golfers participating. The registration forms can be found here and payment can be accepted online or checks can be mailed to the PO Box or brought with you the day of the tournament. You may call or text Susie at 707.249.5852 to register over the phone or if you have any questions. We are also looking for raffle items for that day, so if you could help by donating to that, please call or text Melanie at 707.249.5853.
On the Sunday, May 8th 2022, Mother's Day edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Airbnb is responding to complaints about out-of-control parties at some of its rental properties by expanding a policy that limits renters with bad reviews from certain types of rentals on holiday weekends. Is it ok to ask a fellow traveler if they are vaccinated, or to wear a mask? What happens if you don't get the answer you are hoping for? Is it even appropriate to ask the question in the first place? Tom and Mark share their opinions on this newest aspect of COVID-era travel. Listeners of The Travel Guys often write Mark with travel questions, through this web site. Mark answers as many as he can personally. Occasionally, the guys like to dip into the mail bag and share some of your questions, and the answers, with our listeners. The Travel Guys Mail Bag takes up the back half of the program. Note: Our friends from the TSA in Sacramento, originally scheduled for this Sunday, will join us on next Sunday's program. Click image to enlarge