Tagged: basic economy

Updated Ride Sharing Safety Policies and More on Basic Economy

On the Sunday, November 17th edition of The Travel Guys: * In the Travel News, if you are traveling to Japan, you can now be fined for taking photos in the wrong places; and we tell you how you can get paid $2,000 to live green on Maui, along with an extra $4,000 for expenses here. * Our Smarter Traveler segment has an update on safety policies at ride sharing companies, a follow up on a story...

How to Avoid Hotel Reservation Cancellations Fees

On the Sunday, July 28th edition of The Travel Guys: *    In the Travel News, the Attorney General for Nebraska has joined his counterpart in the District of Columbia by filing suit to stop resort fees.  Nebraska filed against Hilton, DC had gone after Marriott.  Watch this space for updates.  A new Grand Hyatt is opening at SFO and is now taking reservations.  Amtrak has announced the first non-stop Acela train, connecting New York...

Basic Economy Airfare and Upcoming Performances in Sacramento

On the Sunday, April 21st edition of The Travel Guys… * In the Travel News, Expedia has struck new deals with suppliers, keeping hotels and air available on their platform.   A lack of customs officers is causing problems at airports around the country.  The problem: Many of the agents have been sent to the southern boarder by the president and there aren’t replacements available.  Lines at Atlanta’s Hartsfield Airport have reached 2-3 hours on several...

Bare-Bones Economy Seats and River Cruising with Sports Leisure Vacations

This Sunday, December 10th, on The Travel Guys… *    In the Travel News, American Airlines confirms the seats are moving closer together on their new planes; and Mark has a strong opinion to share on the many opportunities being presented to buy airline and even hotel points.  If you are thinking of “giving” this gift to your favorite miles/points hound, you’ll want to hear what Mark has to say. * Cheap airfares which include...