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On the Sunday, June 16th, 2019 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, a recent move by Booking.com may have an impact on the future of resort fees; and Rome has had it with tourists who can’t behave. In our Smarter Traveler segment, Mark once again emphasizes the need to book early and allow plenty of time when you are traveling, particularly if you are utilizing the airport(s). Chris Elliott joins us to talk about the rise in fake reviews, particularly for hotels and attractions in the world of travel. Chris offers his wisdom on the situation. Connect with consumer advocacy at www.elliott.org. Code shares. What do they mean to the traveler. What the heck are they? How would you know if your airline is “code sharing"? Gwen Duncan sorts it out for us.

On the Sunday, October 7th, 2018 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the first Krispy Kreme donut store opened in Ireland. It was intended to be a 24-hour a day operation, but after only a week, the overwhelming crowds and traffic problems caused the store to close overnight. American Airlines CEO Doug Parker makes a strange argument. He says seats on his planes with LESS room are actually more comfortable. We find out what Mr. Parker has been smoking and share it with you... Marriott Hotels are dealing with random strikes around the country. Keep an eye on things if you have a stay or a meeting coming up with Marriott. Mendocino County is holding its very first mushroom festival, November 2-11. Feast Mendocino features 50 authentic mushroom experiences. Finally, Mark has a fun list of travel tips for making a trip on the Lincoln Highway, in 1914...

This Sunday, February 4th, on The Travel Guys... In The Travel News, United Airlines jumps on the Emotional Support Animal controversy after a passenger tries to board in Newark with a support peacock. Megabus is offering tickets to San Francisco for $1, and our airport is growing again, this time with two new lounges for passengers willing to pay to enter them. We have all the details. Chris Elliott, our favorite Consumer Advocate, joins us in our Smarter Traveler segment to talk about the traveler's ultimate weapon...the credit card charge back. When should you activate this nuclear option? It's Super Bowl Sunday, so we are turning up the fun to get your opinions on everything from animals in the sky to tips your ride share driver. Is it ok to do Yoga on a plane? What's your favorite airline? We have prizes and one lucky listener is getting a $100 Ruth Chris Gift Card. We open up the phones and take your calls the second half of the show.

This Sunday, January 14th, on The Travel Guys... In the Travel News, Mark reports on Marriott's screw up in China, which has cost them their website for a week; and which airlines are listening when you tweet them. It's become a legitimate way to get the attention of at least two carriers. We focus on international destinations this week, taking you to both Japan and Iceland, with reports from our Road Reporters Chris Galloway and Scott Angeletti. Not only are they expert travelers on their respective destinations, they are hosting trips to them later this year.