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Marriott’s Bonvoy Rewards Program passes 200 million members

2024/3/2
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On the **Saturday, March 2nd **edition of The Travel Guys
  • In the Travel News, Marriott’s Bonvoy Rewards Program passes 200 million members, we talk about why Hertz’ move to electric cars bombed and how your next “flight” could actually be a bus ride.

  • Your boarding pass has SSSS written across it. What does THAT mean? Extra security screening is the answer. We explain in our Smarter Traveler segment.

  • Mark spent a week on the island of Kauai and has a broad range of ideas and suggestions. From accommodations to things to do and where to eat.

  • The IRS baggage fees are not taxable. Which starts to explain why they are so popular with the airlines. The story is part of our odds and ends segment.

Highlights
  • 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)

  • Tips for driving in winter weather)

  • Say hello to the ocean on Icon of the Seas new cabins)

  • Traveler’s United Mobility Friendly Travel Guide)

  • Reports from on board the 9 month cruise)

  • Consumer Advocate Chris Elliott)

  • Is it time to mask up while traveling again?)

  • 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)