
The Travel Guys
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The Travel Guys August 3rd
Today on the Travel Guys Mark and Tom talk about airline lobbying groups and other travel news, and a new Travel Gal joins the team.

The Travel Guys July 27th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom interview Ed of 'Dig This', a one-of-a-kind attraction in Las Vegas, and speak with Ned Levi of Travelers United on airplane evacuations and his experiences.

The Travel Guys July 20th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom talk about travel tips as covid cases are ‘bouncing back’ and interview Clayton Whitehead on his trip to the Baltic States: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

The Travel Guys July 13th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom talk about best practices while reading online reviews, and catch up with Chris Elliot about climate change in Switzerland. Finally, Mark shares some highlights from his trip to Fort Bragg.

The Travel Guys July 6th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom share some clues on how to spot fake online reviews, and some travel tips with folks at the Sacramento International Airport and Chris Elliott reporting from Berlin.

The Travel Guys June 29th
Today on the Travel Guys, Tom and Mark tell listeners what to do before traveling to a destination known for summer heat; we hear about all the fun things there are to do on the state fairgrounds, and finally where California lands on state rankings for road trips.

The Travel Guys June 22nd
Today on the Travel Guys; World Cup Soccer is coming to Northern California; More on American Airlines removing eight men of color from a flight at the Phoenix Airport, and a simple idea on how to talk to Customer Services travel reps.

The Travel Guys June 15th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom report on Amtrak ridership breaking records, navigating airports in the summer (especially with a car), and Steve LaRosa reports on San Jose.

The Travel Guys June 8th
Today on the Travel Guys Mark and Tom talk about Dolly Parton's story coming to Broadway, if you should ever sign an NDA with travel companies, and the two learn about the latest in Monterey from Steve LaRosa.

The Travel Guys June 1st
Today on The Travel Guys, Tom and Mark talk about the benefits of booking your room directly with the hotel, cruise or airline, why so many people are choosing cruise vacations post-COVID, and what happens when a hotel responds to a guest that has "come up a a little short.."

The Travel Guys May 25th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom remark on a high speed rail project that will link Las Vegas and Los Angeles, a great deal with international airlines, and some fun Newfoundland facts.

The Travel Guys May 18th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom talk about the cruise ship that FAILED a CDC inspection, updates on Carnaval San Francisco coming next weekend, and ending with info on foreign exchange rates that can save travlers some cash.

The Travel Guys May 11th
Today, on The Travel Guys, Mark reports on the Travel News–Amtrak is having a sale, and business travel is on a major rebound. Next on the smarter traveler segment the two evaluate the real value of points and miles for 1,100 dollars. And finally, Mark spent this past week checking out great restaurants, attractions and hotels in Chicago and Seattle.

The Travel Guys May 4th
Today's Travel Guys includes smarter cruiser tips, new airfare regulations and how to navigate them, and finally a trip to an experiential aquarium in British Colombia.

The Travel Guys April 27th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom provide tips for travelers planning to visit Europe, what it means to invest in TSA membership, and new state and federal laws around travel.

The Travel Guys April 20th
Today the Travel Guys talk about seat swapping on planes, catch up with Chris Elliot, and talk about the eclipse with Clayton.

The Travel Guys April 13th
Today Tom and Mark tell us about the new airline called BARK in the Travel News, talk about consumer advocacy with Ed Perkins, and finally interview the Yachtly Crew band about what exactly "Yacht Rock" is.

The Travel Guys April 6th
Today on the Travel Guys Mark and Tom talk about the Eclipse coming on Monday and the millions of people are traveling to watch it. After that, an interview with Scott Klier of the Music Circus, coming soon to Sacramento for the summer. Finally, some traveling tips from friends in the TSA.

The Travel Guys March 23rd
Today, Tom and Mark update listeners on the Travel News - what 'pooling' miles means and why the Hertz CEO was fired. After the Smarter Traveler Segment on airline tickets, the two talk about important precautions for spring break trips. Finally, an interview with Joe Yogerst on his book 50 States and 1,000 eats.

The Travel Guys March 30th
Today, Mark and Tom talk about why Uber and Lyft will suspend service in Minneapolis starting in May, provide tips on passports for summer travel, and catch up with performer Jack Gallagher.

The Travel Guys March 16th
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark shares a few baseball spring training tips in the Smarter Traveler Segment. In an interview, Tom and Mark talk a wide variety of travel issues with Chris Elliot, including Exit Envy on Planes. Finally, the Odds and Ends segment includes some tips on 'tips' and summer travel.

The Travel Guys March 9th
Mark and Tom talk about the Travel News, including a Southwest membership through Costco. In the Smarter Traveler Segment, they discuss authentic travel experiences, and their ups and downs. Finally, some Air Bnb tips in the Odds and Ends Segment.

The Travel Guys March 2nd
Today on the Travel Guys, Mark and Tom discuss why Hertz is bailing on electric vehicles, the meaning of an SSSS mark on boarding passes, and Mark's recent trip to Kauai, including all of the highlights.

The Travel Guys Feb 24th
On this episode of The Travel Guys Tom and Mark start with the Travel News: baggage fees are going up at American Airlines, and American Queen Voyages goes out of business. After that, carry on bags on flights: Are the airlines lying to you about available space on board just to get you to check your bag? Why don't airlines enforce carry-on rules across the system? The two close with their mailbag segment, where they answer your questions on Frontier Airlines Customer Service, fees at state parks and parking charges at hotels.

The Travel Guys Feb 17th
Mark and Tom give you the latest travel news, including why uber drivers and flight attendants are protesting in selected cities across the country. The two explain how dynamic pricing impacts your vacation and other travel, and finally give an update on the biggest cruise line in America.

The Travel Guys Feb 10th
This week, Mark and Tom talk about Machu Piccu, where activists blocked tourists from leaving, and the importance of proper planning for trips, especially with family and friends. In Odds and Ends, the two discuss the new possible site of Amelia Earheart's plane.

The Travel Guys Feb 3rd
Mark Hoffmann and Tom Romano talk about Las Vegas hotels that are raising resort fees and restaurants are raising their prices for the Super Bowl, American Airlines is cutting hundreds of call center positions. Charlies says flying cars, drones and other traffic is about to compete with airplanes.

The Travel Guys Jan 27th
Mark and Tom talk about California joining the list of states with digital Driver’s Licenses, the value of on-time rankings for the major airlines, and the year-long cruise that never departed.

The Travel Guys Jan 20th
This week on the Travel Guys, Arnold is in hot water over trying to get an expensive watch into Germany, Traveler’s United announces a guide for those who use assistive devices while traveling, and we talk about a new night train in Europe.

The Travel Guys Jan 13th
This week on the Travel Guys... We have the latest news, tips to make you a smarter traveler, questions from the mailbag, and look ahead to 2024. Mark Hoffman and Tom Romano.

The Travel Guys Dec 30
Travel News. Taking selfies for Travel. A look at the year in travel. Tons of tips and more.

The Travel Guys Dec 23
Travel News. Frequent Flyer programs. TSA Security Items. Which gift carts are best? Hosted by Mark Hoffmann and Tom Romano.

The Travel Guys
This week on the Travel Guys... The Travel News, Sacramento Airport do's and dont's, a Live report from Chile, and the family fun at the Imaginarium light show at Cal Expo.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
This week on the Travel Guys, Tom and Mark discuss how Taylor Swift's cancelled concert affected travel, renting cars at the airport, and the Fox River Train in Sacramento. All that, and more on the travel guys.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
The Travel Guys have their holiday post-game. They get an update from TSA, talk switching seats on flights, and discuss travel junk fees. This week on the Travel Guys!

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
It's the Thanksgiving episode of the Travel Guys! This week, Mark and Tom discuss holiday travel tips, planes at full capacity, and everything you need to know about for your holiday trips.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
This week on The Travel Guys, Tom and Mark discuss travel complaints post-Covid. They talk with special guest Jack Gallagher. Plus, they discuss the Sonic Faultlines Music Festival in Placerville.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
The Travel Guys talk the best ways to navigate air travel, more on Mark's experience in Selma, and travel insurance. All that and more on this week's Travel Guys podcast.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
The Travel Guys discuss a ruling by an Australian Court Judge against a Carnival Cruise, excessive tipping, and an eye-opening journey in Selma, Alabama.

The Travel Guys With Mark Hoffman
This week on the Travel Guys, Mark is on the "mother road," touring Route 66.

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffman
Today on the Travel Guys... Pier 39 celebrates its 45th birthday, Delta Airlines admit perhaps they went too far, 5 things he should never do on a flight, the junk fee situation is getting further out of hand, and other Odds and Ends. The Travel Guys

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys, an unexpected visitor prompts the temporary closure of the Magic Kingdom; Joe Brancatelli joins the program to talk about how airlines are changing their programs; odds and ends, and so much more

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today, on the Travel Guys… TSA workers in Miami get caught stealing from bags on the security belt; Steve LaRosa tells us What’s Going On around town; The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is returning to Sacramento December 1st, and tickets are on sale. Al Pitrelli joins us to talk Christmas spectaculars…

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys; Tom Brady gets a travel gig, free parking on the strip might be gone, how to stay out of harms way when it comes to turbulence, and the Travel Guys are joined by Jim Jakobi and Scott Clearer.

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys; Clayton Whitehead shares the highlights of his recent trip to Scotland, bogus fees are now INCLUDED in room rates for Hyatt, on-the-street tourist scams, and more.

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys... Lawsuits are in the news……Hyatt Hotels is facing a suit over….you guessed it, resort and other creative fees; New York City is cracking down on Short-Term Rentals, and more

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys! Mark has an “air tag” apology; Charlie Leocha from Travelers United joins us to update the situation with resort and other obnoxious fees travelers pay; and we are joined by Heather Fortes of Sac Bites

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
The Travel guys update us on the travel news; cell phones accesible coming to a plane near you?

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffmann
Today on the Travel Guys; New air service in CA; tips for Hawaii, specifically Kawaii, the guys answer your mailbag, and what do ya know? We got some tips on "what not to say to your pilot"!

The Travel Guys with Mark Hoffman
Update on an around the world cruise, A Berkley student commutes by air, flying in bad weather and pooping in the woods.