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On the Saturday, April 12th edition of the Travel Guys…
In the Travel News, Southwest will start retrofitting cabins in two weeks, creating extra leg room seating; and an ill-advised new bill would change the drinking deadline from 2 to 4am in some cities around our state. (What a great idea, even drunker people on the road in the wee hours of the morning.)Our Smarter Traveler segment takes a break this week in favor of a commentary, Just One Man’s Opinion, which addresses the ongoing erasure of our American history, something treasured by travelers from all over the world.The REAL ID deadline is less than a month away. If you are traveling by air after May 7th, and don’t have a current passport, this could be important to you. We walk you through the application process, and tell you how to know if you already have a REAL ID. We have also posted a link to the application process.Our Odds and Ends portion of the program addresses the sudden lack of international visitors coming and going to the US of A and what the impact might be on businesses.Highlights
Apply 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 ProgramsThe Wreath Project Golf TournamentThe Wreath Project Golf Tournament FlyerBest 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 offersElliott.org – Chris ElliottThe 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
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