Airline bag fees are up across the board

Marriott customer sues over undisclosed resort fees

---------------------------------------- LISTEN NOW ---------------------------------------- ON THE SATURDAY, JULY 4TH EDITION OF THE TRAVEL GUYS… * In the Travel News, another Marriott customer who claimed to have been “bonvoyed” has sued the hotel chain over undisclosed resort fees; and you can get a free pass to California state parks for the rest of the year if you act today. * Connecting times at hub airports are always up for discussion. We have a couple of tips to help you make the tight connection, or perhaps wait a bit and save some real dollars. That’s in our Smarter Traveler segment. * Odds and Ends features the five most annoying behaviors on planes by your fellow passengers, and we take a look at the evolution of stewardesses to flight attendants. * We are still two weeks from the opening of the California State Fair, and it’s time for our annual preview. What’s new and interesting on the midway? Tom has an update. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK * Free State Parks Pass (until July 6) [https://www.afar.com/magazine/california-state-parks-historian-passport-free-until-july-6] * Ticketmaster Bills in California Legislature [https://www.tpfaction.com/?utm_source=sa&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ca-cm-pp&utm_content=seriously#scam] * Tips for taking pictures of fireworks [https://www.travelersunited.org/my-top-18-tips-to-shoot-stunning-july-4th-fireworks-photos-by-camera-or-smartphone/?utm_source=newsletter] * ARC’s Concerts for a Cause [https://app.donorview.com/Event/EventInfo?prm=oq9GalApbGmJFnZPS1Sla54NbrDVA3hk13yzqksoklEJoroM4L1zllC5nF-m3HWLHdteutP6K0FTD_TR9EofJweyCFbINhkCtXt7Gi_RPTR55HmohDujtvtnT0Bwnw0a6Isuu0jf1fjTZ6rHMvcsva_VK82pRnYm6kqgXRnz1jOJGMSGQvk5W96VoK2v955SHlNJJsEvVt8Wqn68NoyIt68UG1rFOnNZXG1js0WVVNdyQ7rz6LFMqZyaZwaLtC7D0] * Cruise Traveler’s Bill of Rights, according to Chris Elliott [https://www.travelersunited.org/how-the-cruise-line-bill-of-rights-and-refund-policy-affect-you/?utm_source=newsletter]

Tips to keep your money safe while traveling

---------------------------------------- LISTEN NOW ---------------------------------------- ON THE SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH EDITION OF THE TRAVEL GUYS… * In the Travel News, good news on National Parks in Canada this summer; and World Cup fans are still coming, they just aren’t deciding where until the tournament plays out a bit. Pretty smart people. * Travelers are out in big numbers this summer, and as always are using their credit cards for charges and getting cash from ATMs. In our Smarter Traveler segment, we share two first hand warnings from listeners and emphasize some tips to keep your money safe while traveling. * In our Odds and Ends portion of the show we talk about what happens if your cruise ship can’t make all of its scheduled stops on the itinerary, and Kraft has come up with a way for World Cup visitors to get their coveted souvenir, ranch dressing, on the plane with them. * We take time to update you on one aspect of local Theater, as we talk with Scott Klier from Broadway Sacramento. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK * Beware of ATM and QR code scams on the road [https://www.travelersunited.org/top-five-traveler-credit-card-and-bank-account-scams-by-phone-and-internet/?utm_source=newsletter] * United’s 85 million dollar meal investment looks like a bad move [https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/united-airlines-business-class-passenger-s-hospital-food-meal-puts-85-million-investment-under-scrutiny/ar-AA26mwpw?ocid=entnewsntp&pc=U531&cvid=6a3852d1c3df4515ba013361f727f003&cvpid=49da4e9db5304f0da649f6e35c298399&ei=60] * The Music of Billy Joel by Jim Martinez & Friends [https://travelguysradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/The-Music-of-Billy-Joel.pdf]

Experts reveal the best and worst days of the week to buy gas

---------------------------------------- LISTEN NOW ---------------------------------------- ON THE SATURDAY, JUNE 20TH EDITION OF THE TRAVEL GUYS… * In the Travel News, we explain why it’s not a good idea to touch flight attendants for ANY reason, and if you are making a summer road trip or just tooling around town, we’ll tell you what the experts say are the best and worst days of the week to buy gas. * In our Smarter Traveler segment, we point out why it’s important to book directly with a hotel, airline, etc., as opposed to using a third party booking site. * We have an interesting story about Marriott and their franchised hotels. It seems hotels are not happy about the reimbursement amounts for award stays and could very well have a dramatic effect on the value of your Marriott Reward Points. * In our Odds and Ends piece, we tell you how United Airlines travelers can combine their points for a bigger reward; and with people visiting for the World Cup from around the world who aren’t used to tipping, how do you explain to them that adding 15-20% to the bill is an expectation. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK * Considering Travel insurance? [https://www.travelersunited.org/trip-insurance-is-an-important-part-of-your-travel-planning/?utm_source=newsletter] * United’s 250th Birthday for the United States [https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/15/us/united-america-250-anniversary] * The traveler grabs the microphone and asks for help [https://www.tiktok.com/@marilyndelgado/video/7635864437148110111] * LA Olympics tickets – link in article [https://www.sportstravelmagazine.com/drop-2-for-olympic-ticket-sale-set-for-mid-august/]

American Airlines to drop non-stop cross country flight from Sacramento

---------------------------------------- LISTEN NOW ---------------------------------------- ON THE SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH EDITION OF THE TRAVEL GUYS… * In the Travel News, we’ll share some of the places with big 250th birthday celebrations in a few weeks; and American Airlines is dropping a non-stop cross country flight from Sacramento. * For those planning a trip to Europe soon, we have a re-cap of famous Rule 261, the consumer friendly airline policy. Did you know that rule can apply on your flight to Europe from the US? We’ll help you understand this flyer protection program. * There is a new, super fast way to get through security at the airport (don’t worry, it’s perfectly legal) and we’ll tell you all about it in our summer TSA update. * The headline reads “how the airline industry downgraded you for profit.” It’s our final story of the day. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK * EU 261 – All About Protecting the Traveler [https://onemileatatime.com/news/european-union-updating-flight-delay-compensation-rules/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=today_on_omaat&utm_term=2026-06-07]

Hilton launches another new hotel brand

---------------------------------------- LISTEN NOW ---------------------------------------- ON THE SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH EDITION OF THE TRAVEL GUYS… * In the Travel News, Hilton launches (yawn) another new hotel brand, Uber & Lyft drivers in one state have formed a union, and Hawaiian Airlines says goodbye to free meals in economy class. * Wallet Hub has named its best hotel loyalty program for 2026. We’ll share the name of the winner and talk a little about Hotel Frequent Guest programs. Is it just us, or does it feel like those programs are offering less and less in the way of actual awards and benefits? * Many of the current trends in travel are being driven by women – we’ll talk about a few; the Tony awards are tomorrow night and (remembering we are the travel AND entertainment guys), we’ll have a look from the stage on Broadway in New York City. * The history of those delicious chocolate chip cookies Doubletree Hotels give you at check-in heads up the Odds and Ends segment. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK * Summer Road Trip – Questions asked and answered by Chris Elliott [https://www.travelersunited.org/summer-road-trip-questions-you-never-ask-but-should/?utm_source=newsletter] * Tulsa Route 66 Car Cruise sets world record for number of cars at 3,596 [https://www.newson6.com/route-66-capital-car-cruise] * Route 66 Centennial Calendar of events for California [https://travelguysradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/CALIFORNIA-HISTORIC-ROUTE-66-ASSOCIATION.pdf] * Touchless TSA ID is now in Sacramento [https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/skip-long-airport-security-lines-tsa-touchless-id-is-expanding-nationwide/ar-AA24nU4n?ocid=entnewsntp&pc=U531&cvid=6a1c81dab3b64911b5b43b0cace0d6b0&cvpid=01083809d00640afb382d0c1cefcfbfe&ei=24]