The Travel Guys

Today on the Travel Guys, Mark Hoffman and Tom Romano discuss how free wi-fi is coming to Southwest Airlines, how Spirit is in bankruptcy for the second time this year, the dangers of Lithium batteries on the plane and not cleaning your luggage, and how a set of consumer friendly rules regarding the airlines has been rejected by the Trump administration. Plus, Chris Elliott, one of the premier con...

Today, on the Travel Guys… The Travel News. Plus, opinions on whether or not to buy your travel from Costco, and Sid Hanna & Dale Keller from Sacramento TSA join us. Then, it's Fleet Week in San Francisco. Thank you for the pleasure of your company.  Welcome to the radio show that makes YOU a smarter traveler.  Welcome to The Travel Guys.

Today on the Travel Guys... The Travel News, the best strategies for avoiding bag fees, and we pull a bunch of your Mailbag questions together. Thank you for the pleasure of your company. Welcome to the latest edition of The Travel Guys.

Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom discuss how the Air Canada strike will potentially affect Sacramento flyers, how Las Vegas visitor numbers reflect the economy, a new scam involving bag tags, if watching X rated movies is acceptable on flights, and if rental cars use AI to detect damage. Laugh a little, learn a little, discover a new destination. Here to make YOU a smarter traveler!

On todays episode of the travel guys, Mark and Tom discuss the integration of AI in airline upgrades, how to handle awkward or uncomfortable seating arrangements on flights, and why the advertised price you are quoted by a rental car company may be nothing close to what you will pay. Plus, Mark and Tom bring on a special guest, Charlie Leocha, to discuss flyers rights.

Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom discuss how AI is being used to create "fake" travel destinations, how Southwest has started assigning seats, and the lack of air traffic employees in spite of the job's competitive pay. Plus, Sports Leisure Traveler Donnie Anderson gives some tips on traveling in Japan!

Today on The Travel Guys, Tom and Mark discuss new Uber features, what to check for when you take a cruise, and possible changes to airport security. Plus, Mark recaps his trip to Puget Sound. They also have a special interview with Clayton Whitehead who just returned from Switzerland.

Today, on The Travel Guys, Mark and Tom discuss the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City reopening, and the Carnival leading customers deeper into its credit card world. Plus, syndicated Travel Columnist and Consumer Advocate Chris Elliott joins the Trave Guys for an extended interview to talk about shoes and liquids - improvements in airport security, plus, updates on the importance of t...

Today on The Travel Guys... The Travel News, Email scams; we have tips to identify a scam or a real travel partner. We get an update on construction, parking, and new service at Sacramento International Airport. And then we’ll tell you about Silent Beacon, a way to summon help in an emergency in remote areas. It's another show packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else, and tons of informati...

Today, on The Travel Guys… the latest Travel News, the 24-hour free cancellation rule on airline tickets. Then, the State Fair is just around the corner. We have a whats-happening-at-the-fair, and a visit with our Travel Gal Sydney Schellinger to give you a few tips on the Galapagos. We're right in the middle of a BIG holiday weekend. These two guys on the radio are grateful you made time for us b...

We start with the Travel News, and then red flags you should pay attention to when booking your hotel. Plus, a list of the top 50 airports in the country - we’ll tell you where Sacramento ranks. Even more, there’s a Netflix documentary about the Carnival “poop cruise”. Remember that? There’s no poop in our program, just great information to make you smarter the next time you hit the road. Thanks f...

Today on the Travel Guys, Tom and Mark give you updates on the increase of tourists in Spain and the closing of the Louvre in Paris. Additionally, they discuss ways to ensure your luggage arrives at the same destination and you do, why AirBnb and VRBO are "going downhill like a hippo on a water slide”, and Route 66's 100th anniversary.

Today on the Travel Guys, Mike and Tom discuss the rising prices of taking your pet on a plane, how immigration crackdowm may impact the tourism industry, airport lounge entry, and answer your questions aobut national parks, baggage fee refunds, credit card subcharges, REAL ID, and hotel bonus program benefits.

Today, on The Travel Guys… the Travel News, Carnival Cruise Lines is cracking down on troublemakers on board, their explanation is full of BS. Plus the issue of fake texts telling you that you owe a toll fee. We’ll help you know how to avoid getting taken by fake tolls… Then changes to pricing travel for two. Is it cheaper than buying individual tickets? Host Mark and Tom thank you for joining us...

Today, the Travel Guys talk about United and Jet Blue entering a partnership, where NOT to put your valuables on a plane, they interview road reporter, Clayton Whitehead, about a recent trip to Canada, and how national park budget cuts might impact your experience this summer.

Today on the Travel Guys, a brand new theme park opens in Orlando, an important note for southwest travelers, entertainment venues are still trying to recover from COVID, Kermit the Frog delivers a commencement speech, and we discuss a new cruise scam on the internet. Thank you for making time for us live on KFBK, or on our weekly podcast. Welcome to the latest edition of The Travel Guys.

Today, on The Travel Guys; we have the latest travel news; etiquette rules for train travel- you’ll be the best behaved on board for your next trip on the rails; an update on Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, The Bronx and some great tips for your next trip to the Big Apple; and Sydney Schellinger joins us for a discussion about how to spot a great travel advisor. This is the travel show that...

This week on the Travel Guys, we have the latest travel news for our. Host Mark Hoffman walks us through applying for a Real ID in California; you'll need it. Then a Sports Leisure Vacations update, and much more. Thanks for joining us on The Travel Guys.

Today, on The Travel Guys. The Travel News, FBI tips to keep you out of harm’s way while travelling, and an SMF parking hack for you. Then, the tariff's impacts on international travel and which frequent flyer program offers you the best benefits. Thank you for the pleasure of your company.

Today, on The Travel Guys… The Travel News, tips on expressing your political views on the road when traveling internationally - no matter what side of the aisle you are on. Then, The Wreath Project. And, your flight is overbooked; What is a fair amount of compensation if you elect to forego your seat? Thank you for being a fan of The Travel Guys.

Today, the Tom and Mark talk about Alaska and Canada regarding tourism and Southwest's decision to charge for luggage. The travel Gal, Sydney, joins the program to share tips on travel insurance followed by a interview about a new book for coffee loving travelers.

The Travel News, United Airlines is changing one of their “lifetime” policies, Southwest dropping their two bags fly free policy going to change the way you book your airline tickets, and we talked with Chris Elliott this week about international travelers. Today on The Travel Guys.

The travel news. Tips for Super early flights. A Sports Leisure Travel update. And then, Mark tells us everything we need to know about airline points. The Travel Guys

The travel news. A Sports Lesuire Travel update. Traveling the world on 75 dollars a day. And then Mark answers our travel questions. The Travel Guys

Tom and Mark discuss airlines making their first effort to overturn one of Joe Biden’s consumer friendly rules, American becoming the last of the “big three” airlines to use the tags to help locate lost bags, the Wall Street Journal ranking airlines based on 2024 preformance, and interview with Fort Bragg's general manger of the legendary Skunk Train.