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On the Sunday, October 2nd, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Delta says they are nearly ready to start rolling out FREE wi-fi on all of their mainline flights, and for those who would like to try out an electric car, Hertz and GM are teaming up to add them to the fleet. Hurricane Ian ravaged Florida and other parts of the south last week. We share tips for traveling during hurricane season, something those on the west coast might not have "top of mind" when traveling this time of the year. Road reporter Clayton Whitehead checks in LIVE from Ireland, to share an update on international travel and tell us a little about what makes Ireland a special place for so many. The government says airline seats are so small, they may hinder evacuation in an emergency. What do the airlines have to say? Anthony Bourdain was a talented man, and had an amazing way of sharing his travels with all of us. Tragically, his life was cut short. Now a new book tells the story, Down and Out in Paradise: The Life of Anthony Bourdain.

On the Sunday, April 10th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Hertz is buying a bunch of electric cars, Delta is making it easier for families and groups to sit together on the plane, and Alaska Airlines offers an apology for flights canceled because of pilot picketing. Tipping on cruise ships is included on your bill as a "convenience." But how do you get that convenience adjusted or removed? Our Smarter Traveler segment tells you it isn't easy. Hearst Castle is reopening soon. Tickets are on sale and we give you an update on one of California's favorite attractions. Gwen Duncan is our cruise expert and she will be on hand to talk about cancellation policies and other promotions we are seeing from the cruise lines. Are they legit or not?

On the Sunday, April 3rd, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… Update: Due to a press conference regarding the Saturday night shooting in downtown Sacramento, the Travel Guys had only a 30-minute program. The Travel News and the interview with the Elliott family ran. The Hearst Castle story will run next week. Mark talked about the rental car situation in an abbreviated Smarter Traveler segment In the Travel News, we are celebrating birthdays. The legendary Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco turned 100 last weekend, and the city of Napa is about to celebrate 175 years. Renting a car has been a challenging proposition recently. It's not going to change anytime soon, as vehicle shortages continue to plague the system. If you are about to rent a car, beware, the deck is stacked against you. Consumer Advocate and regular guest Chris Elliott is traveling the globe with his two teenage sons, Aren and Iden. They have started a podcast, and we talk with them about traveling as a family, the good and the bad, and the new podcast. California's Castle is reopening next month. Tickets for the tours of Hearst Castle are already on sale. We have all the details. Photo Credit: Kyle Jeffers

On the Sunday, February 27th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, TSA adds its first international destination - The Bahamas - to the Pre-Check Program, a Sesame Street Theme Park is opening in San Diego, and an alarming number of Hertz renters are having the police show up at their door. In our Smarter Traveler block, we discuss tipping at home vs. tipping abroad. How is it different? Travel Writer Ed Perkins is our guest. We get his take on the upcoming masks on planes deadline, the merger between Spirit and Frontier Airlines and the idea of the government overseeing a "National Do Not Fly List." Mark gives listeners a heads up on a great Easter Brunch, plus Michael Bolton and Swan Lake Concerts - and you don't have to drive! There is a national airline pilot shortage. Ever wonder what some of the perks are for flying an airplane. We have the inside look.