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On the Saturday, May 18th edition of The Travel Guys…
In the Travel News, both TSA and AAA say the number of people traveling on Memorial Day Weekend will set a record; the Mirage is closing in Las Vegas and we tell you about a cruise ship that failed a CDC inspection.The FAA reauthorization bill has made it through Congress, and with it come some long overdue passenger protections. We’ll review them and tell you about the goofy lawsuit a number of airlines to try and block them from taking effect. “After all, if consumers know the costs up front, how can they possibly be trusted to make an informed decision.”Carnaval San Francisco is the largest and longest running cultural event in the country. We’ll tell you how you can be a part of it in the Mission District next weekend.Susie Stocking and her group of dedicated volunteers continue to look after the veterans who make the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery their final resting place. Be a part of their annual golf tournament and support their efforts to decorate 35,000 graves at Christmas.Our final story focuses on currency exchange when you travel outside the country and how to avoid onerous fees.Highlights
Carnaval in San FranciscoRememberAVet.net updates – Memorial Day Events and 2024 Golf TournamentThe first all-female cockpit crew was a secretThe breakdown on Uber and Minneapolis – very interesting15 ridesharing tips for travelers to immediately use todaySave Big on Nationwide Rail Routes With Amtrak’s Summer Travel Flash SaleThe Best Day of the Week To Book Your Flight by AirlineOriginal Billy Goat Tavern in ChicagoSharp’s Roasthouse – South SeattleLou Mitchell’s for breakfast/lunch in ChicagoSeattle Pinball MuseumWanna Go Wednesday – Southwest AirlinesDOT Rule finalized to protect airline passengersTide Pools Aquarium – Gibsons, BCMount Fuji pictures will be tougherAvoiding Taylor Swift in Europe this summerHow do I Renew My TSA Membership Online?Voices of California a Tribute to Tony Bennett Yosemite National Park Requiring Reservations on Busy DaysUS Weed Map – Where Is Medical and Recreational Weed Legal in the US?Uh-oh! Here come the flying vehiclesBARK Airlines for dogsYachtley Crew is comingMusic Circus 2024Celebrate Down to Earth Month with Sustainable Wine Events in AprilThree Oregon Theaters Fight Back and Avoid the Wrecking BallThe airplane of the future?14 top smartphone travel apps to help make travel easierUber/Lyft bluffing cites with “we’ll leave” claimsSome Interesting Facts about Ride SharesUSA Small Ship River Cruises | American Cruise LinesJack Gallagher Returns…With His BandMusic & Comedy show W/ JACK GALLAGHER – The Sofia Home of B Street!Airbnb Changes its Extenuating Circumstances Cancellation PolicyThe dos and don’ts of flyingApril is Down to Earth Month – Special Events at Many California WineriesAirline Customer Service DashboardIf you are leaving the country, consider enrolling in the Smart Traveler program50 States, 1000 Places to Eat – Amazon and KindleTravel Insurance – World NomadsRiver Cruising in the USATravelers UnitedTipping with the server standing right over the top of youCalifornia State Parks Parking and Use Fee infoWheelchair polices, airline by airlineUber from the airport – where it costs the mostHow to get a digital IDTraveler’s United Mobility Friendly Travel GuideConsumer Advocate Chris ElliottSacramento Airport ParkingDouble check for things you can and can’t bring through security at the airportCarry On Bag Size RequirementsTSA Renewal Seating tips for major US AirlinesDenied Boarding Rules/Giving up Your SeatHow to win your consumer dispute using the Elliott Method
