Travel Guys Radio

Listen Now On the Saturday, June 20th edition of The Travel Guys… * In the Travel News, we explain why it’s not a good idea to touch flight attendants for ANY reason, and if you are making a summer road trip or just tooling around town, we’ll tell you what the experts say are the best and worst days of the week to buy gas. * In our Smarter Traveler segment, we point out why it’s important to book directly with a hotel, airline, etc., as opposed to using a third party booking site. * We have an interesting story about Marriott and their franchised hotels. It seems hotels are not happy about the reimbursement amounts for award stays and could very well have a dramatic effect on the value of your Marriott Reward Points. * In our Odds and Ends piece, we tell you how United Airlines travelers can combine their points for a bigger reward; and with people visiting for the World Cup from around the world who aren’t used to tipping, how do you explain to them that adding 15-20% to the bill is an expectation. Highlights from this Week * Considering Travel insurance? * United’s 250th Birthday for the United States * The traveler grabs the microphone and asks for help * LA Olympics tickets – link in article

Listen Now On the Saturday, February 14th edition of The Travel Guys… * In the Travel News, will airlines be able to just ignore traveler complaints under the latest directive from the Trump administration? United Airlines is breaking precedent with a new offer for not-so-frequent flyers, and we tell you about some beautiful new trains Amtrak has on the tracks. * In our Smarter Traveler update, we have tips on Spring break trips…when and where to go, and more importantly, where everyone else is going, so perhaps you can pick a place less crowded…plus an update for folks who are heading to the airport WITHOUT a Real ID. * New Zealand is consistently rated as a place people want to visit. It’s on a lot of bucket lists. Road Reporter Clayton Whitehead joins us to re-cap his recent visit to the land of the kiwis, and offer some tips for your trip down under. * In our Odds and Ends bucket, we take a look at why civilian airspace was closed in El Paso with no warning last week. Was it really a party balloon that caused all the ruckus?

Listen Now On the Saturday, January 31st 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. Highlights from this Week * Henry Cho at Channel 24 * Route 66 Show Tickets

Listen Now On the Saturday, January 17th edition of The Travel Guys… * In the Travel News, if you are heading to Yosemite National Park for the annual phenomenon known as “Firefall,” we have an important update for you; and did you hear the story about the two ladies who are Only Fans models, and couldn’t find their proper seat on the airplane? * When you travel, car rental companies are always in your pocket. They are the nickel and dime kings. Tips on how not to get taken too badly when you rent a car at the airport or elsewhere in our Smarter Traveler segment. * Chris Elliott checks out the water served on airlines and shares his thoughts (hint – it isn’t pretty) on water that doesn’t come out of a bottle, and we also chat about seating on airplanes and how to get what you want/need when it comes to switching seats on board. * Our Odds and Ends segment includes info on getting tickets for the 2028 Olympics and we talk about 25 ways travel has changed in the first 25 years of the 21st century. Highlights from this Week * Only Fans Models Kicked Off Plane * How to get Olympic tickets * New Credit Card Allows you to get credit for paying your rent/mortgage on the card

Listen Now On the Saturday, January 3rd edition of The Travel Guys… * In the Travel News, the US is getting ready for the World Cup this year and the six million visitors who are coming – if they can get in the country; and United Airlines is returning to Greenland next summer. * In our Smarter Traveler segment, we have some passport reminders for you. And if you STILL don’t have a Real ID, TSA now has a policy to get you through security. Not a FREE policy, but at least a way to pay to get on the plane. * We pose the question, would you, or have you, let AI book your flights? Our buddy Chris Elliott has penned a column talking about just that. Chris isn’t here in person, but we’ll share his insights with you. * Our Odds and Ends portion of the program has some insight from a Travel Guys listener about booking your cabin on a cruise ship; And we take a look at what travel experts see in their crystal ball for 2026. Highlights * List of all valid IDs * Route 66 Convoy * Official U.S. Route 66 Centennial * How Women Over 50 Are Driving Billions in Travel Spending and Reshaping the Industry | TravelPulse * United Updates Mobile App With New Flyer-Friendly Features * David&#8217;s satire attire * Northern California State Parks * Pre-check touchless ID &#8211; not in Sacramento yet, but in many airports around the country * TikTokers are booby-trapping their hotel rooms in the name of safety * Preparing for your next trip? Check your travel requirements to know more before you go * Which 40 airports are facing flight reductions? Here&#8217;s a full list, per reports * <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.farandwide.com/s/habits-flight-attendants-hate/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNzIN5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLbWJicFZ1Yk00Z0h2NFRJAR5pPt2kXgVHK9o3KohSOjkbC-7ZS-sZENY621oV2tHaMXVYiIjUdJglVwlSVA_aem_SzCYvkKbrOa...