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On the Saturday, July 5th, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Sedona says no to the Golden Arches, Oakland is changing the name of their airport, again, and Hertz renters are furious over the company’s newest bogus way to nickel and dime their customers. Seems as though the new "return tunnel" is billing people for every little nick and scratch, including things caused by weather and the like. Our Smarter Traveler segment discusses airline ticket refunds: If you buy an airline ticket for a domestic flight at least seven days in advance, you can cancel it without charge within 24 hours of purchase, if you purchased it directly from the airline. If you bought it from a third party (Trip Advisor, Booking.com, a wide variety of other outlets), you may not have that protection. The California State Fair opens next Friday, July 11th. Tom has a complete update on the sights and sounds of the fair, including the new weekday hours, activities and entertainment. Travel Gal Sydney Schellinger is on hand to share tips from her recent trip to the Galapagos Islands. We've talked about this "bucket list" destination before, and Sydney has an update with some great information.
On the Saturday, September 28th, 2024 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the FAA has hired more new air traffic controllers this year than its original goal, cutting into the shortage of people who oversee the nation's skies. Our Smarter Traveler segment addresses two important subjects, passport renewal by mail and a reminder about taking pictures of your rental car. The Galapagos Islands are on the bucket list of many a traveler. We talk with a travel expert who just returned from the Galapagos with a Sports Leisure Vacations group, and get tips for your future travel there. Terror Tourism, as in before Halloween, is growing in popularity, not only in October, but year-round. We discuss a short-list of popular scary places around the country.
On the Saturday, December 16th, 2023 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, we'll explain how Taylor Swift took over the travel industry in 2023, and Carnival Cruise Lines bans two passengers for fishing from the balcony of their room. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we talk with Scott Johnston and Colm Marmion about how Sacramento International Airport is trying to improve the airport experience over the holidays, and they share some last minute tips in case you find yourself flying from, taking someone to or picking up at the airport this holiday season. Chris Elliott checks in from Chile with some thoughts on his visit to the Galapagos Islands and shares some wisdom on how hotels might be starting to compete on services again. We take you out to Cal Expo, and introduce you to Imaginarium, A lights show and much, much more for family holiday fun.