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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, February 6th, 2022 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Delta Airlines asks the government for help, saying it would be easier and better for all flyers if the government took control of the Do Not Fly list. Speaking of airlines, one has changed its baggage policy in a sneaky way (no surprise there) that could cost you some cash. We'll help you avoid the trap. We'll make you a smarter traveler with an updated list on how to get the best airfares. One of the ideas was new even to Mark! Two longtime California tourist attractions are facing challenges to their survival. We'll update you on the stories of the Roaring Camp Railroad and The Queen Mary. One of Mark's Sports Leisure Vacations staff members, Donnie Anderson, took an Amtrak adventure, and has a great story to share, along with some tips for someone thinking of a long distance train trip.

On the Sunday, December 12th, 2021 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Disneyland is ramping up the return of special shows and attractions; and Delta Airlines takes away miles earning from Basic Economy tickets. If you are traveling internationally, do your homework on COVID tests, otherwise they could end up costing you more than your airfare. Our Smarter Traveler update features tips on connecting flights, including beware of "minimum connecting times," weather in your connecting city, any issues in that "in between" airport and the danger of "hacker" fares involving more than one airline in the same direction. This is our annual Christmas Gifts for Our Listeners Show, and we ask for your best travel tip to share with our audience. Winners receive their choice of a variety of prizes.

On the Sunday, September 26th, 2021 edition of The Travel Guys… Delta Airlines says it makes no sense to ban flyers from one airline unless they are banned from all airlines. Makes perfect sense to us. Plus, knowing getting thrown off a plane for not obeying a flight attendant or refusing to wear a mask could make it so you couldn't fly anywhere ever might be a bit of a deterrent to some. Maybe. Speaking of airlines, American Airlines made some serious changes to its Contract of Carriage, which is basically the agreement between you and American when you buy a ticket. The airline has chosen to remove language which previously protected the consumer. If you fly American, we strongly recommend you read the article above. Mark visited Missouri and Iowa on a recent scouting trip for a future Sports Leisure Vacations Baseball Tour. He has some observations on COVID protocols (in case you are traveling there soon), and Tom inquires of Mark what a scouting trip is and why it would be important for a tour operator to personally visit destinations BEFORE his travelers arrive. The Pumpkin Patch Express is one of the many specialty trains offered by the Fox River Train folks. It's a great way to entertain the family without going far from home. The Fulton Avenue CruiseFest is annually one of the biggest local events in the area. This year, the Batmobile will be on hand. Steve LaRosa, our local CruiseFest expert, joins us to tell you all about it.