United Airlines in hot water over letting passengers into cockpit

Listen Now On the Saturday, April 27th edition of The Travel Guys…  In the Travel News, we have a double heads up for Swifties heading for Europe for her tour this summer, United Airlines is in hot water over letting passengers into an open door cockpit and we have news on possible changes to seating on Southwest Airlines flights. TSA Pre-Check is a valuable tool for many a road warrior, and even though it’s good...

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On the Saturday, April 27th edition of The Travel Guys… 

In the Travel News, we have a double heads up for Swifties heading for Europe for her tour this summer, United Airlines is in hot water over letting passengers into an open door cockpit and we have news on possible changes to seating on Southwest Airlines flights.
TSA Pre-Check is a valuable tool for many a road warrior, and even though it’s good for five years, ultimately you have to renew your membership. We tell you how and explain Pre-Check to the rookies.
None of us like “junk fees,” and travelers certainly see more than their fair share. This week brings double good news on that front. A new California law which goes into effect July 1 will eliminate “drip pricing” (where it takes multiples screens to find out the REAL price) and already companies are falling in line to follow the new rules. Plus, the President’s office issued two new rules on air travel this week which favor consumers, and force airlines to provide cash refunds instead of vouchers for a variety of offenses. True steps forward. Now we just have to see how the enforcement works.
Voices of California is hosting a concert at El Camino High School’s Performing Arts Center next weekend. One of their members gave us an update on their Salute to Tony Bennett and a link to tickets can be found on this page.
Two Orange County state lawmakers are whining about how the “Clear” lane at the airport allows people to “pay to cut the line.” They want to pass a law to do away with the practice. But they forget many companies, Disney and Southwest among them, monetize moving up in line. Mark says the two legislators are way off base.

Highlights

Avoiding Taylor Swift in Europe this summer
How do I Renew My TSA Membership Online?
Voices of California a Tribute to Tony Bennett
Yosemite National Park Requiring Reservations on Busy Days
US Weed Map – Where Is Medical and Recreational Weed Legal in the US?
Uh-oh! Here come the flying vehicles
BARK Airlines for dogs
Yachtley Crew is coming
Music Circus 2024
Celebrate Down to Earth Month with Sustainable Wine Events in April
Three Oregon Theaters Fight Back and Avoid the Wrecking Ball
The airplane of the future?
14 top smartphone travel apps to help make travel easier
Uber/Lyft bluffing cites with “we’ll leave” claims
Some Interesting Facts about Ride Shares
USA Small Ship River Cruises | American Cruise Lines
Jack Gallagher Returns…With His Band
Music & Comedy show W/ JACK GALLAGHER – The Sofia Home of B Street!
Airbnb Changes its Extenuating Circumstances Cancellation Policy
The dos and don’ts of flying
April is Down to Earth Month – Special Events at Many California Wineries
Airline Customer Service Dashboard
If you are leaving the country, consider enrolling in the Smart Traveler program
50 States, 1000 Places to Eat – Amazon and Kindle
Travel Insurance – World Nomads
River Cruising in the USA
Travelers United
Tipping with the server standing right over the top of you
California State Parks Parking and Use Fee info
Wheelchair polices, airline by airline
Uber from the airport – where it costs the most
How to get a digital ID
Traveler’s United Mobility Friendly Travel Guide
Consumer Advocate Chris Elliott
Sacramento Airport Parking
Double check for things you can and can’t bring through security at the airport
Carry On Bag Size Requirements
TSA Renewal
Seating tips for major US Airlines
Denied Boarding Rules/Giving up Your Seat
How to win your consumer dispute using the Elliott Method