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On the Sunday, January 1st, 2023 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Carnival Cruise Lines names Emeril Lagasse as Chief Culinary Officer; and Southwest Airlines, while back in the sky, now has to try and make nearly a million customers whole. Our New Year's Day show features two of our favorite interviews from the year gone by. The first features a traveling nurse. During COVID these folks who go "where the need is" have been a critical part of the medical system. What better place then a travel show to showcase this profession. Nevada has a lot of really interesting and quirky places to visit. One is even it's own country. Sort of. The back half of the show features a bunch of places you'll want to add to your "let's go there" list.

On the Sunday, December 25th 2022, Christmas Day edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Christmas weekend travel is a disaster as terrible weather rips across the country, and we tell you about Uber Sleigh rides in Lapland, Finland. Many are traveling by automobile during the holidays. Our Smarter Traveler segment features tips on winter travel by car. Two years ago, we created a "Christmas Update," speaking with characters at the North Pole. It was quite popular and so we bring it back this year as our own holiday treat. Listen as we speak to the Elf in Charge of Reindeer, Mrs. Claus and many more.

On the Sunday, December 18th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, an update on the exploding aquarium from Berlin; and national parks are tweaking their admission rules for next summer. Airlines charge you to handle your luggage, but if it's not delivered in a timely fashion, the airline keeps your money. Our Smarter Traveler segment lets you know how Travelers United is taking the battle for fairness to the Department of Transportation on our behalf. Mark spent time with one of his tour groups in Louisville and rural Indiana last week. He has some tips on visiting Louisville and the magnificent hotels around French Lick, Indiana. He also visited Santa Claus...the town. Our mailbag answers your questions, including a tip about how to get an upgraded seat on a flight, if you are willing to take a chance.

On the Sunday, December 11th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Delta Airlines is returning to Havana, Cuba, starting in April, with flights from Miami; and the REAL ID mandate has been delayed once again. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we have five ways for you to spot an Airbnb scam. Travel Insurance. Should you buy it or pass? There are many companies offering protection, how do you pick the best? We have an expert from World Nomads to offer some advice. Hertz has become infamously known for arresting people who they think haven't returned their rental cars. Except sometimes they go after the wrong person, perhaps someone who hadn't rented a car in the first place. The latest on the ongoing circus at Hertz. When you are traveling, it's important to know and recognize local cultural traditions and customs as a visitor. We have some examples to help get you in tune with the concept.