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On the Saturday, March 1st edition of the Travel Guys…
In the Travel News, everyone on board survived the Delta crash in Toronto this past week, and we discuss a couple of important aspects of the accident (the great job the flight attendants did getting everyone off an upside down airplane, and our amazement that people were dragging carry-on luggage through the snow – just before jet fuel re-ignited). Plus our Sacramento airport, known for its unique art (think old suitcases piled to the ceiling and a giant rabbit) is getting some more culture to hang in the new pedestrian walkway.Your middle name. It can be an issue when you travel. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we talk about where it can be a hindrance or a problem, and what you can do to make sure your middle name doesn’t keep you off the plane or the ship, or from getting back into the country.Would you believe you can see the world on $75 a day? Matt Kepnes just updated his best-selling book that tells you how. He has some solid tips for saving $$$ when you are on the road. How to Travel the World on $75 a Day is the name of his book (link is on this page).Mark digs into the mailbag and answers your questions on airport parking, self service travel and when to book your cruise.Highlights
How to Travel the World on $75 a DayAmazon.com: New Apple AirTagsWorld-Famous Skunk TrainKualoa Ranch | Hawaii’s Premier Adventure DestinationTop Tips for Choosing a Cruise Ship CabinKnow the TSA firearms travel rules for passengers on planesTourism CaresMeaningful Map — Tourism Cares100 Hotels of a LifetimeBeware of the baggage beltApply for REAL ID – California DMVSouthwest CEO talks about upcoming changesHow you can find on-time statistics on airline websitesCheck parking lot availability at the Sacramento International Airport before leaving homeLocate a cruise ship anywhere in the worldRenew your US Passport online hereElliott.org – Chris Elliott