Did Spirit tell a student to flush her emotional support hamster down the toilet? Review of the Turtle Pillow, Hearst Castle, and the Lady Bird tourism craze.

Why an online travel agency might not be the best way to plan travel, news from SMF, Cher on Broadway and a chance to see Hamilton.

Disney has removed Do Not Disturb signs from hotel rooms in their resorts, tips on keeping your clothes dry during winter travel, 5 do's and don'ts about reclining your seat on a plane, TSA agents give tips on getting through security

The National Park Service is cutting back the number of days you can visit the park for free, when should you turn down those offers of extra airline miles for shopping online, Wallet Hub, and questions from the mailbag.

Tips on how to be a smarter traveler including how to avoid Travel scams. Plus, TSA agents join the show to share tips on dealing with airport security.

Alaska vs Southwest for "who owns California", Gwen Duncan talks about air port etiquette, Chris Elliot's DNA test causes interest in his homeland, and a change to Basic Economy hotel rates

Honolulu street-crossing rule goes into effect, airport officials in Stockton have lost their maps, Gwen Duncan returns from a river cruise with do's and don'ts, Patty joins us from the Mustang Ranch and tickets to "Beautiful" the Carole King story.

buying airline tickets from 3rd party websites, Napa Valley ready to receive tourists after wild fires, Tom Romano in Florida talk about amusement parks, Kite flying in Long Beach Washington and a contest: how do you choose your flight seat partner?

State Department issues travel warning against Cuba, elephant rides disappearing in India, and how to properly plan for a lay-over.

Travel news, Michael Downer talks about air travel with cruise lines, Rick Steves is coming to Sacramento and we give away tickets, and Chris Galloway reviews a laptop bag that turns into a backpack.