The Travel Guys

The Travel Guys

Hosted by Mark Hoffmann and Tom Romano. The show airs EVERY Sunday, from 3-4pm on News 93.1 KFBK in Sacramento, CA.

Episodes

July 3, 2025 43 mins
Today, on The Travel Guys… the latest Travel News, the 24-hour free cancellation rule on airline tickets. Then, the State Fair is just around the corner. We have a whats-happening-at-the-fair, and a visit with our Travel Gal Sydney Schellinger to give you a few tips on the Galapagos. We're right in the middle of a BIG holiday weekend. These two guys on the radio are grateful you made time for us between the hot dogs and the firew...
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We start with the Travel News, and then red flags you should pay attention to when booking your hotel. Plus, a list of the top 50 airports in the country - we’ll tell you where Sacramento ranks. Even more, there’s a Netflix documentary about the Carnival “poop cruise”. Remember that? There’s no poop in our program, just great information to make you smarter the next time you hit the road. Thanks for tuning in to The Travel Guys…
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June 21, 2025 34 mins
Today on the Travel Guys, Tom and Mark give you updates on the increase of tourists in Spain and the closing of the Louvre in Paris. Additionally, they discuss ways to ensure your luggage arrives at the same destination and you do, why AirBnb and VRBO are "going downhill like a hippo on a water slide”, and Route 66's 100th anniversary.
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June 14, 2025 39 mins
Today on the Travel Guys, Mike and Tom discuss the rising prices of taking your pet on a plane, how immigration crackdowm may impact the tourism industry, airport lounge entry, and answer your questions aobut national parks, baggage fee refunds, credit card subcharges, REAL ID, and hotel bonus program benefits.
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June 9, 2025 43 mins
Today, on The Travel Guys… the Travel News, Carnival Cruise Lines is cracking down on troublemakers on board, their explanation is full of BS. Plus the issue of fake texts telling you that you owe a toll fee. We’ll help you know how to avoid getting taken by fake tolls… Then changes to pricing travel for two. Is it cheaper than buying individual tickets? Host Mark and Tom thank you for joining us on the Travel Guys.
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May 31, 2025 42 mins
Today, the Travel Guys talk about United and Jet Blue entering a partnership, where NOT to put your valuables on a plane, they interview road reporter, Clayton Whitehead, about a recent trip to Canada, and how national park budget cuts might impact your experience this summer.
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May 24, 2025 36 mins
Today on the Travel Guys, a brand new theme park opens in Orlando, an important note for southwest travelers, entertainment venues are still trying to recover from COVID, Kermit the Frog delivers a commencement speech, and we discuss a new cruise scam on the internet. Thank you for making time for us live on KFBK, or on our weekly podcast. Welcome to the latest edition of The Travel Guys.
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May 3, 2025 44 mins
Today, on The Travel Guys; we have the latest travel news; etiquette rules for train travel- you’ll be the best behaved on board for your next trip on the rails; an update on Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, The Bronx and some great tips for your next trip to the Big Apple; and Sydney Schellinger joins us for a discussion about how to spot a great travel advisor. This is the travel show that makes YOU a smarter traveler. Wel...
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April 12, 2025 43 mins
This week on the Travel Guys, we have the latest travel news for our. Host Mark Hoffman walks us through applying for a Real ID in California; you'll need it. Then a Sports Leisure Vacations update, and much more. Thanks for joining us on The Travel Guys.
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April 5, 2025 44 mins
Today, on The Travel Guys. The Travel News, FBI tips to keep you out of harm’s way while travelling, and an SMF parking hack for you. Then, the tariff's impacts on international travel and which frequent flyer program offers you the best benefits. Thank you for the pleasure of your company.
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April 5, 2025 63 mins
Today, on The Travel Guys… The Travel News, tips on expressing your political views on the road when traveling internationally - no matter what side of the aisle you are on. Then, The Wreath Project. And, your flight is overbooked; What is a fair amount of compensation if you elect to forego your seat? Thank you for being a fan of The Travel Guys.
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March 22, 2025 43 mins
Today, the Tom and Mark talk about Alaska and Canada regarding tourism and Southwest's decision to charge for luggage. The travel Gal, Sydney, joins the program to share tips on travel insurance followed by a interview about a new book for coffee loving travelers.
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March 15, 2025 42 mins
The Travel News, United Airlines is changing one of their “lifetime” policies, Southwest dropping their two bags fly free policy going to change the way you book your airline tickets, and we talked with Chris Elliott this week about international travelers. Today on The Travel Guys.
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March 7, 2025 43 mins
The travel news. Tips for Super early flights. A Sports Leisure Travel update. And then, Mark tells us everything we need to know about airline points. The Travel Guys
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March 1, 2025 43 mins
The travel news. A Sports Lesuire Travel update. Traveling the world on 75 dollars a day. And then Mark answers our travel questions. The Travel Guys
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February 22, 2025 39 mins
Tom and Mark discuss airlines making their first effort to overturn one of Joe Biden’s consumer friendly rules, American becoming the last of the “big three” airlines to use the tags to help locate lost bags, the Wall Street Journal ranking airlines based on 2024 preformance, and interview with Fort Bragg's general manger of the legendary Skunk Train.
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February 15, 2025 44 mins
The number of road side rest stops is decreasing and Las Vegas is building a new airport, tips on how to minimize the effects of jet lag in our Smarter Traveler segment, Mark has spent the past ten days on three islands, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island. He shares some tips on places to go and things to see. How is the recovery going in Maui and what the heck is a white pineapple and why are visitors to Kauai so crazy about it?
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February 10, 2025 42 mins
This week on the Travel Guys, in-flight gaming, the carry-on bag krafuffle, the best cruise line cabins to pick, and the traveler's crystal ball. The Travel Guys
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February 4, 2025 43 mins
This week, the Travel News, Sports Leisure Vacations update, the debate over Airport Lounges, and a conversation with Rick Steves. The Travel Guys.
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January 25, 2025 42 mins
Today, the Travel Guys discuss Mariott's new housekeeping system, the benefits of using and Air Tag during your travels, and how to avoid being scammed online with tempting travel offers. Then, author Annie Fitzsimmons joins Mark and Tom to talk about her book regarding the top 100 hotels in the world!
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