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On the Saturday, December 21st edition of The Travel Guys…
In the Travel News, hear about the newest fad, flying “naked”….yes, it’s called flying naked. We’ll explain. And small towns around the planet are starting to organize against the cruise lines big ships calling in their communities. “Stop overwhelming us” is their message.In our Smarter Traveler segment, we explain what the new Federal Trade Commission rules on junk fees imposed by hotels and ticket sellers mean for you.Southwest Airlines is bringing reserved seats and other changes to the way they board their airplanes in 2026. Many of those changes will impact tickets you buy in 2025. We have an update from Southwest’s CEO.Our Odds and Ends part of the show features a story about “seat squatters” on planes.Music City San Francisco is the name of a most unique musician rehearsal space, hostel, restaurant and even a place to catch music on a Saturday night. We’ll tell you more about this unique “music accelerator” in The City.Highlights
In some port towns, it’s residents vs. cruises: ‘We’re going to eradicate them’How to dress up on your next flight for comfort, health and safetySouthwest CEO talks about upcoming changesMusic City San Francisco – hotel/hostel, restaurant, 20 fully equipped rehearsal roomsHow you can find on-time statistics on airline websitesTSA Travel Tips for Christmas Holiday TravelUS Travelers Will Need Authorization to Enter the UK in 2025Travel & Tourism Board Inspires A Little “Selfie” Control – Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism BoardNed’s 2024 annual holiday gift suggestions for travelersCheck parking lot availability at the Sacramento International Airport before leaving homeComments to share with Scott Klier from Broadway Sacramento/Music CircusFly earlier in the day – chart shows delays by hour on the holidaysBucket List Family Travel Book – Jessica GeeTips on International Phone CoverageRick Steves at KVIE Monday, January 27thLocate a cruise ship anywhere in the worldEurope’s best time to visitSacramento Valley Cemetery Honors Those Who Served at ChristmasMake a donation to the Wreath Project at PO Box 773, Winters, CA, 95694 or click here for online donations Air Travel Rights for much of your European TravelsRenew your US Passport online hereElliott.org – Chris Elliott