United Airlines in hot water over letting passengers into cockpit

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On the Saturday, April 27th edition of The Travel Guys… 

• In the Travel News, we have a double heads up for Swifties heading for Europe for her tour this summer, United Airlines is in hot water over letting passengers into an open door cockpit and we have news on possible changes to seating on Southwest Airlines flights.
• TSA Pre-Check is a valuable tool for many a road warrior, and even though it’s good for five years, ultimately you have to renew your membership. We tell you how and explain Pre-Check to the rookies.
• None of us like “junk fees,” and travelers certainly see more than their fair share. This week brings double good news on that front. A new California law which goes into effect July 1 will eliminate “drip pricing” (where it takes multiples screens to find out the REAL price) and already companies are falling in line to follow the new rules. Plus, the President’s office issued two new rules on air travel this week which favor consumers, and force airlines to provide cash refunds instead of vouchers for a variety of offenses. True steps forward. Now we just have to see how the enforcement works.
• Voices of California is hosting a concert at El Camino High School’s Performing Arts Center next weekend. One of their members gave us an update on their Salute to Tony Bennett and a link to tickets can be found on this page.
• Two Orange County state lawmakers are whining about how the “Clear” lane at the airport allows people to “pay to cut the line.” They want to pass a law to do away with the practice. But they forget many companies, Disney and Southwest among them, monetize moving up in line. Mark says the two legislators are way off base.

Highlights

• Avoiding Taylor Swift in Europe this summer
• How do I Renew My TSA Membership Online?
• Voices of California a Tribute to Tony Bennett
• Yosemite National Park Requiring Reservations on Busy Days
• US Weed Map – Where Is Medical and Recreational Weed Legal in the US?
• Uh-oh! Here come the flying vehicles
• BARK Airlines for dogs
• Yachtley Crew is coming
• Music Circus 2024
• Celebrate Down to Earth Month with Sustainable Wine Events in April
• Three Oregon Theaters Fight Back and Avoid the Wrecking Ball
• The airplane of the future?
• 14 top smartphone travel apps to help make travel easier
• Uber/Lyft bluffing cites with “we’ll leave” claims
• Some Interesting Facts about Ride Shares
• USA Small Ship River Cruises | American Cruise Lines
• Jack Gallagher Returns…With His Band
• Music & Comedy show W/ JACK GALLAGHER – The Sofia Home of B Street!
• Airbnb Changes its Extenuating Circumstances Cancellation Policy
• The dos and don’ts of flying
• April is Down to Earth Month – Special Events at Many California Wineries
• Airline Customer Service Dashboard
• If you are leaving the country, consider enrolling in the Smart Traveler program
• 50 States, 1000 Places to Eat – Amazon and Kindle
• Travel Insurance – World Nomads
• River Cruising in the USA
• Travelers United
• Tipping with the server standing right over the top of you
• California State Parks Parking and Use Fee info
• Wheelchair polices, airline by airline
• Uber from the airport – where it costs the most
• How to get a digital ID
• Traveler’s United Mobility Friendly Travel Guide
• Consumer Advocate Chris Elliott
• Sacramento Airport Parking
• Double check for things you can and can’t bring through security at the airport
• Carry On Bag Size Requirements
• TSA Renewal
• Seating tips for major US Airlines
• Denied Boarding Rules/Giving up Your Seat
• How to win your consumer dispute using the Elliott Method