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Numbers show a record number of Americans are going on cruises in 2027

On the Saturday, October 24th, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, TSA is rolling back a new program that allowed people through security without a plane ticket, and numbers show a record number of Americans are going on cruises in 2027. United Airlines is the latest to slow down the generosity of their Rewards Program. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we'll talk about the changes most all of the programs are making. Despite how they try to spin it, it's NOT good news. Mark spent nine days out on Route 66 the last two weeks, and will share his adventure and give you a few must stops if you ever plan a trip on The Mother Road. Plus, there's a new airport in Southern California and Mark has a review. Odds and Ends includes an update on a new perk for those flying standby on the United app and word on Frontier's new first class section.
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Where to stay and what to do in Miami, the Florida Keys and Key West

On the Saturday, January 31st, 2026 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, if you are a fan of “off-the-beaten track-places,” we’ll tell you how you can attend a special Route 66 Centennial show at the California Automobile Museum, and life has definitely changed forever at Southwest Airlines. Our efforts to help make you a Smarter Traveler continue, as we share some tips on how NOT to forget anything on your next trip. Mark was on a tour journey to Miami, the Florida Keys and Key West last week. Really great destinations and he has tips on where to stay, what to do and can even help you find a good restaurant or two. Shifting to entertainment, we speak with Henry Cho, who is performing in Sacramento on February 21st.
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Airbnb and VRBO are “going downhill"

On the Saturday, June 21st, 2025 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, we have updates on the harassment of tourists in Spain, the closing of the Louvre in Paris and how dynamic pricing may be impacting admission prices all over the country. Having your luggage arrive at your destination the same time you do is pretty important. Our Smarter Traveler segment tells you why your luggage tag is such an important part of getting your bag reunited with its owner, plus we have some tips for those renting a car who are over the age of 75. Airbnb and VRBO are “going downhill like a hippo on a water slide” says the headline. Writer Rick Reilly shares his frustrations about what’s wrong with vacation rentals and we tell you about the couple who have been banned by eight cruise lines. Our Odds and Ends portion of the program features tidbits about Route 66’s 100th anniversary, the Hotel Del Coronado’s 550 million dollar make-over, and how much lower airfares to European cities are appearing on computer screen.
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Hotels are settling on the answer to the housekeeping dilemma

On the Saturday, October 14th, 2023 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, the state department gives a travel update for Israel; and our governor signs a bill outlawing junk fees. It takes effect next spring and is good news for travelers. Now will the FTC follow through on a ban for the entire country? In our Smarter Traveler segment - it appears hotels are settling on the answer to the housekeeping dilemma. We aren't sure everyone is going to like the solution. Indeed, the governor has taken a huge step to eliminate junk fees from hotels, restaurants, etc. We break down the new law. Mark has been out on Route 66 this week. He shares some highlights of a journey on The Mother Road