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On the Saturday, June 15th, 2024 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, a new California law leads the way as a major cruise line changes the way it displays prices; and if you think trains are more crowded, Amtrak is on the way to setting all-time ridership records. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we remind you it's going to be crowded everywhere this summer, our own airport is one example. The Travel Guys strongly recommend NOT taking your vehicle to the airport, but rather using ride-sharing or depending on the kindness of a friend. Just allowing yourself a little extra time along the way could have a tremendous positive impact on your journey. Steve LaRosa has been out on the road, and he shares some insights on a destination many of us visit but know little about: San Jose. If your getaway includes San Jose, we have some ideas for you. In our Odds and Ends part of the show, we tell you about California's newest State Park (Dos Rios, near Modesto). Also, there's a new luggage disinfectant system for baggage at the Newark Airport, sort of like a car wash for luggage. Have you ever heard of such a thing?

On the Saturday, June 8th, 2024 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, Juneau joins the community of “over tourism” destinations, by limiting the number of cruise ships and the number of passengers who can visit each day; plus Dolly Parton’s story is coming to Broadway in 2026. You filed a complaint with a travel company. After some back and forth, they agree to a settlement, but only if you will sign a “non-disclosure agreement.” What is that and should you sign it? The answers in our Smarter Traveler segment. Steve LaRosa checks back in with some details on a recent visit to the Monterey area. There’s a cool Cannery Row landmark well worth adding to your itinerary. Our mailbag session addressed your questions, including “hidden city tickets,” parking at our airport, parking charges at suburban hotels, and how to get a low number to board on Southwest.

On the Saturday, June 1st, 2024 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, American Airlines faces a lawsuit after removing 8 passengers from a plane because of a complaint regarding smell. Then it put the 8 men back on the plane. They are all black men who did not know each other and were seated all over the aircraft. American is now facing a lawsuit from three of the men. Also in the news, Southwest is upping the ante on early boarding pricing. We'll have an update on this obviously popular Southwest add-on. Our Smarter Traveler segment addresses an important issue: Who you book your airline ticket, your hotel room, rental car, attractions with matters. If you choose to book with a "third party" online, ask yourself, will this company's customer service team support me if something goes wrong? We explain why when all things are equal you need to book direct. Restaurants in particular are trying to roll out some entertaining new junk fees. Entertaining to talk about, not so entertaining to pay. Seriously, a beef surcharge? Finally, a piece of tongue in cheek humor. It's from a hotel responding to a guest who feels they have come up a bit short on their promises. This one from the hotel's point of view is pretty funny to listen to.

On the Saturday, May 25th, 2024 edition of The Travel Guys… In the Travel News, work has begun on the new high-speed rail between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area and food delivery services are putting the pressure on hotel room service - many hotels are discontinuing it altogether. Nine different airlines allow you to make a free stay over in their country when your flight connects there. Iceland and Portugal are among the choices. A link is here. Mark spent the week in Newfoundland (the show is coming from there). First, tourism folks share a bit about the province, then Mark gives you some tips based on his stay in St. John's, the capitol. His conclusion: Newfoundland is a unique destination in North America and should be on everyone's "must visit" list.