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On the Saturday, June 6th edition of the Travel Guys…
In the Travel News, Carnival Cruise Lines is cracking down on troublemakers on board, and airlines are warning a new congressional bill could put your miles earning power in jeopardy. Their explanation is full of BS.Our Smarter Traveler segment addresses bogus texts some have received regarding toll fees you supposedly owe. “Just click here and everything will be fine.” Or perhaps not. We’ll talk about bogus toll texts.Chris Elliott checks in with us and updates his travels in Asia. Plus, we talk about how tourists are acting inappropriately all over the planet. Why? What can/should a traveler do if you encounter someone who is damaging a historical monument or other point of public interest?Doubling back to a story we talked about last week – some airlines were offering cheaper fares online if you were traveling with someone. Example: One ticket to Kansas City is $300. But if you buy two tickets, it’s $50, or $225 each. There is an update to the story.Highlights
Chris’ general info websiteChris’ subscription newsletterHotelsfor18YearOlds.netHotels for 18 Year Olds – Hotel Management Network articleKermit the Frog delivers commencement speech at University of MarylandVisit California Leadership & Staff – Caroline BetetaElliott Confidential – Consumer Alert: The world is becoming more dangerous. Here are the countries to avoidCool Michigan song we usedThe Poodle Booked ItOh My: Frustrated American Airlines Passenger Tackled By Flight AttendantStaying at White LotusApply for REAL ID – California DMVTravefy Unveils ‘New Travel Agent Program’ for Early-Career AdvisorsMarriott Bonvoy Unveiled as Official Hotel Partner of ‘Cowboy Carter Tour,’ Drops Beyoncé Ticket SweepstakesBest Frequent Flyer ProgramsWhere to eat before an A’s gameIn Europe, what is best – Rental Car or the Train?Consumer Alert: Latest twist in the government travel ban could upend your next vacationBlack as Hell, Strong as Death, and Sweet as Love – The Coffee BookDevalued points and no free bags at SouthwestSouthwest Credit Card offersThe Unauthorized Travel Manual: Secrets For a Smarter Trip From a Nationally Syndicated Columnist and Consumer Advocate – by Chris ElliottWhat if the airline doesn’t have a seat for you?Eight Travel Planning Mistakes to AvoidFind warnings about foreign travel hereAmazon.com: New Apple AirTagsTop Tips for Choosing a Cruise Ship CabinKnow the TSA firearms travel rules for passengers on planesTourism Cares100 Hotels of a LifetimeHow 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 here