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Rick Steves’ “No-Travel Tips” and an Airline Bailout Update

On the Sunday, August 23rd edition of The Travel Guys…   In the Travel News, Delta says they will block the middle seats on their aircraft until the 1st of the year.  In addition, they will keep smaller, regional aircraft (which do not have middle seats) to 2/3 capacity.  Expect some others to follow.  Some resort destinations are considering “bubbles,” where you do not leave the resort during your entire stay.  Hawaii is on the list. Our Smarter...

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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...

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Credit Card Disputes, #Travel Report, and Great Britain by Train

This Sunday (January 22nd) on The Travel Guys: Chris Elliott explains how you can use credit card chargebacks as a tool to get a merchant’s attention when you have a dispute.  There’s a right and a wrong way to do it and Chris helps our listeners understand when to consider this not-so-drastic step and what the downside might be. Nick Valenzuela debuts the #Hashtag Travel Report, designed for younger travelers with big dreams.  Nick talks...

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A Lincoln Highway Celebration and Challenges of Flying as a Handicap Passenger

This Sunday (October 2) on The Travel Guys, Mark and Tom tackle a topic important to many travelers, getting assistance in the airport. But specifically, getting assistance for handicapped or disabled travelers and how the airlines are doing such a poor job of providing service, they are in increasing trouble with the Department of Transportation and with their customers.  While only a small percentage of travelers need a wheelchair or a cart in a airport,...