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On the Saturday, May 17th, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, American Airlines says they have new technology which allows them to hold some planes for connecting passengers; and a new rule involving junk fees went into effect last week. But will it be enforced? In our Smarter Traveler segment, we address two topics: The sudden dramatic reduction in value for Hilton Honors points, and we explain what it means if your boarding pass has "SSSS" on it. Caroline Beteta, the President and CEO of Visit California, joins us to talk about California's National Parks and some of the challenges of being the state's lead tourism official. Our Odds and Ends segment features a update on REAL ID. Turns out most people either have a REAL ID, a passport or another acceptable ID. But for those who don't, you will still need one. The day when you won't be allowed on the plane will come.

On the Saturday, May 10th, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the US Secretary of Transportation has declared it’s time to upgrade the Air Traffic Control System; and what’s this about re-opening Alcatraz...not to tourists, but to prisoners? In our Smarter Traveler segment we tell you how to avoid a fine while traveling. Hint: It involves portable battery chargers for your phone and computer. Chris Elliott joins us to talk about alcohol in the skies. Airlines make a lot of money selling drinks on flights, but what happens when someone is overserved? Chris shares some insights. Mark has spent the week in Northern Michigan, on the “Somewhere in Time” film site, Mackinac Island. He shares his experience on the most magical of destinations.

On the Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, United and Jet Blue are partnering...or maybe merging...we have the update; and a California town is named the best small town in the west...who might it be? Our Smarter Traveler segment features etiquette rules for train travel. You’ll be the best behaved on board for your next trip on the rails. Mark is just back from a visit to New York City and has an update on Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, The Bronx and some great tips for your next trip to the Big Apple. A good travel advisor can make your journey much better and less stressful. Sydney from The Poodle Booked It, has tips for you on what makes a good travel advisor.

On the Saturday, April 19th, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, California has a message for Canadians considering a visit, and we tell you what media group has decided Spirit is the best airline (?) in the sky. Our Smarter Traveler segment features an update on the REAL ID (deadline May 7) and we talk about "aisle lice" on the airplane. What the heck are those people doing, charging up the aisle, sometimes before the plane even gets to the gate? You're trying to find a hotel online or by phone, or both. We have some tips on how to know when a hotel is one you don't want to reserve, things a Smarter Traveler can figure out before they even make a reservation. Carson City is hosting a unique hike this summer, with two selected participants hiking from Carson City all the way to the Canadian border, as a way of promoting new hiking trails in the Tahoe Basin. We have details.