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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 29th June 2017This is my fifth birthday show and also my last. 227 shows have been broadcast in that time. Most off them can be found here on Spreaker.To mark the occasion, I read the script from show number 1 which went out live on Secklow Sounds on 30th June 2012.Listen in to find out what has changed (not much to be honest) in travel over the last five years.
2017-06-291h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd June 2017My show is recorded on Tuesdays for broadcast on Thursdays. So sometimes I appear to be following others with my news, where is fact at the time of the recording I was ahead of the game.False holiday illness claims were first covered on my show by my guest Frank Brehany back in January. He had been warning about this years before then. It is now the hot topic in the travel trade so we revisit it this week. Of course, the day after the show was recorded Abta made a big announcement about how it...
2017-06-2200 minThe John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 15th June 2017Consumer rights in the EU and Antigua are featured on this week's show. Adam Mortimer from the UK European Consumer Centre (UKECC) is first up. Adam talks about the organisation annual report. Nearly 17,000 consumers contacted UKECC in 2016, which is an increase of 18% on the previous year.Adam talks about timeshares/holiday clubs, flight delays and car hire. Also covered is the purchase of goods, both in store and online.Listen to Adam to find out what to look out for and how to get help if something goes wrong with your EU holiday or...
2017-06-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 8th June 2017Fed up with the election? Escape for an hour as this week's show takes you to Ontario. My guest is Ronald Holgerson, president and ceo of Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership.The Province of Ontario is located in the east central Canada, and is one of 10 provinces and three territories that makes up the country. It is bounded by Quebec to the east, Manitoba to the west, Hudson Bay and James Bay to the north, and the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes to the south.Ontario is surrounded by the famous...
2017-06-091h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 1st June 2017Were you caught up in the BA problems over the Bank Holiday Weekend? You have three options - one is do nothing. Find out what the other two are.What should you look for when hunting for a travel deal? The price comparison website Travel Supermarket shares tips on where to go for a cheap holiday.There is an eclipse in Missouri this year. There is more the state than this, find out why you should visit.
2017-06-021h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 25th May 2017'But I'm on holiday' is a common cry when a UK traveller is arrested. Being on holiday is not an excuse for breaking the local laws.According to research, a quarter of British drivers break the local motoring laws when abroad.Kieran Mitchell, from the legal firm Slater and Gordon, runs through the top ten laws drivers should be aware of.If you hire a car you are responsible if the car is not road legal. After Kieran shares his legal info, I give advice on hiring cars and how you can take action...
2017-05-251h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 18th May 2017Trainline has looked into UK travellers tech needs. Jill Starley-Grainger discusses what Trainline's research found.Mercador, the travel company explains why Central and South America is worth a visit and easyJet is looking for 450 new pilots - find out how to apply.
2017-05-181h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 11th May 2017My wife took me on a last minute birthday trip, so this week's show is a repeat from July 2016.It covers city breaks to Berlin, staycations at Parkdean Holiday Parks and volunteering with Great Projects.
2017-05-1800 minThe John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 4th May 2017This week Thomas Cook has announced that more stores will be closing. But there are still plenty of opportunities in travel.This week I replay my interview with Paul Harrison from Not Just Travel. This travel franchise has just launched a new package, so listen in to see how you could start your own travel business.I used to be a home-based travel agent, so contact me via Facebook.com/JohnGuinnTravelShow if you want to pick my brains.
2017-05-041h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 27th April 2017F(E+25) + C(E+35) + B(E+10) + P(E+2) + Q + Br + D7 + S + W + ½H = Hotel PerfectionThis is according to research by Hotels.com. My guests Dr Simon Moore (Psychologist) and Monica Stott (The Travel Hack) explain what is important when it comes to finding the right hotel.We also find out about the blog - The Travel Hack.Skin cancer is also covered as I speak to an expert on the dangers of sun tan lotion and a cancer survivor. Travel news includes a possible spread in the laptop ban, business t...
2017-04-271h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 20th April 2017Travel news and tips this week.There have been many new cheap flights between Europe and the USA, but are they really cheap? I talk about Eric Rosen from Bloomberg research into the true cost of low-cost trans-Atlantic flying. Ed Hewitt, independenttraveler.com, has 11 tips on booking hotels (11 Things Not to Do When Booking a Hotel), find out what they are.The Post Office has released its latest Holiday Costs Barometer, find out where you can still find a bargain holiday in Europe.United Airlines has been in the news again for...
2017-04-201h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 13th April 2017Holidays can remove your stress, money can put it back again. This week's show talks about price increases due the fall in the British Pound and unexpected bills due to poor research and poor budgeting.My first guest is travel writer Jill Starley-Grainger. Jill is talking about the increases in Easter holidays. She also shares some of her favourite websites and apps that she uses to plan her own trips. The list can be found at www.facebook.com/JohnGuinnTravelShowNext up is ATOL spokesperson, Tony Finnegan. ATOL has researched holiday overspending. He explains...
2017-04-131h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 6th April 2017The first mass getaway of the year is here. Over Easter, hundreds of thousand of UK holidaymakers will be flying off for a break. For most, this will be perhaps one of only two airport visits a year. Airports can be stressful if you're not confident in the processes. Airports add to the stress by adding fess and charges that most people wouldn't expect.After all, you wouldn't expect a supermarket to charge you for using it. Especially if there is a compulsory requirement.Airlines such as Ryanair get a bad press for all...
2017-04-061h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 30th March 2017This week is a round up of travel news from the last seven days. Brexit features a little as the travel industry is concerned about the future. Will airlines still be able to fly as they do now?Also, why did the laptop ban happen? The Guardian newspaper thinks they know. Never mind the ban, will you be insured? A recent video of London Luton Airport baggage handlers shows the perils of putting stuff in hold. If you are flying from one of the affected countries, will your travel insurance cover any losses? One...
2017-03-301h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 23rd March 2017Before the emails start, I know that there are two different spellings for the same word in this description :)One of the top activities while away is shopping. My first guest is Kate Birchler, assistant vice president Tourism Marketing at Macerich Shopping Centers & Fashion Outlets.Kate was recently in London to promote Macerich to the UK travel industry. Macerich Shopping Centers & Fashion Outlets are located in across the USA and they range from intimate outdoor settings to large regional centers. They have high-caliber outlets providing a wide selection of stores, restaurants and entertainment.
2017-03-231h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 16th March 2017St Lucia is increasing the tax payable by tourists. Figures have been banded about, but some don't add up. So let's just say it's going to cost you more. Are you a nice person? Then if you need a flight don't go online, call Monarch. Nice, polite callers may get a free upgrade.What happens when you flush a toilet on a cruise ship, and how clean is the air onboard these large ships.These stories and more are covered on this week's show.
2017-03-161h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 9th March 2017This week's show takes a look at two destinations on either side of the world. The first destination is the Cayman Islands. I love this island, the service is great and there's nothing like having breakfast on Seven Mile Beach (it is a beach, but it isn't seven miles long!). Find out why you should visit these islands.The second destination is New Zealand. I haven't been there, but it is high on my list of places to emigrate tom such is its reputation. Listen is to this introduction to visiting New Zealand.
2017-03-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 2nd March 2017Zagreb is the capital of Croatia. It is a city with a rich history dating from the Roman times, the oldest settlement located in the vicinity of the city was the Roman Andautonia, in today's Ščitarjevo. It is a city with a diverse economy, high quality of living, museums, sporting, and entertainment events. So listen in to find out why you should visit there.The Faroe Islands is a self-governing part of the Kingdom of Denmark. It is made up of 18 rocky, volcanic islands between Iceland and Norway in the North Atlantic Ocean. Travellers are drawn to...
2017-03-021h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 23rd February 2017When I'm investigating possible problems caused by living near airports, the most common response I get is "why don't they just move?".This is one of the questions I put to Cait Hewitt, deputy director at the Aviation Environment Federation (AEF). Cait talks about the work carried out by the AEF, such as looking into noise and chemical pollution. What is your 'Travel State of Mind'? Eurostar has researched how travellers change their lifestyle when they are away. What do people change? Psychologist Honey Langcaster-James and travel blogger Chloe Gunning explain Eurostar's findings. There...
2017-02-231h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 9th February 2017Hawaii, are you sure that you know where it is? My first guest this week is Caroline Anderson, Tourism Brand Manager for the Hawaii Tourism Authority.Caroline explains where the islands are, and what to see and do once you get there. Its a long way to go only to find out you can't take a decent photo. My second guest is Matt Widgery. Matt is an expert photographer, he shares tips on taking the perfect holiday picture and also talks about his photography courses.
2017-02-091h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 2nd February 2017This week's show features travel news, including the Trump Effect on travel, Ryanair and the most expensive hotels in Florida.
2017-02-021h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 26th January 2017This week I conclude my chat with Frank Brehany from Holiday Travel Watch - is the air around airports safe?Also, when you get your tickets for your trios, do you know what the jargon means? If you don't, why did you hand over your money?I run through the A to Z of jargon used on tickets.
2017-01-261h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 19th January 2017There is plenty covered this week by my three guests, Dr Susan Barton, Frank Brehany and Jill Starley-Grainger.Jill Starley-Grainger is a travel journalist & blogger. She is talking about the recent Travel Republic survey, which found that 1 in 3 of the UK's New Year Resolutions is to travel more.Jill also discusses her own work and offers tips on how to make the most of your next trip. This includes a great tip on how to use Google when planning your sightseeing.Frank returns to the show for the second half of the conversation we...
2017-01-191h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 12th January 2017This week’s show discusses the Bank of England, travel consumer rights (and wrongs if they try to put in a false claim for holiday illness), and on-line travel scams to look out for, including why there is no financial protection for people who pay by bank transfer.The Bank of England plays a major role in everyone's life here in the UK. It determines the Interest Rate, which is very important to savers and borrowers, and it prints paper money. Which at the moment is very important to vegans.The Bank has a mu...
2017-01-121h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 5th January 2017It's the start of the peak holiday booking period here in the UK. In the past this meant queueing at a travel agency. Now most people book on-line.There is more to searching for 'cheap holidays' in Google. The Internet can help you to ensure that your holiday is the best match for your travelling needs.This week I run through the basics of using the Internet to research and plan your next holiday.
2017-01-061h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 29th December 2016Norwegian Air will be flying from Edinburgh to the USA for £60. Who are they? find out on this week's show.Also, its the time for predicting the future. ABTA has released its outlook for the new year, as has other travel experts. Find out what will be big in the world of travel in 2017.
2016-12-291h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd December 2016As we head towards the traditional peak holiday booking period, we are reminded of our consumer rights by Adam Mortimer, from the UK European Consumer Centre (UK ECC). Calls from travellers asking UK ECC for help have increased.Adam reveals the numbers and the common complaints. He also offers advice on how to book and how to complain.Thomas Cook is the latest travel company to announce a welfare policy for animals at attractions. This follows the tour company's decision to ban elephant rides in February.The new policy is based on ABTA's guides...
2016-12-221h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 15th December 2016It is finally here. After an accounting mistake I can confirm that this is the 200th Travel Show.Just like the first show, its all me, but without the 30 minutes music. I do play my very first theme tune though. I still get nervous when I hear it.This week it is travel news and tips for the festive period. This includes surcharges, no credit card fees or Atol with Monarch flights, wine courses while cruising and how to prepare for airport security.
2016-12-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 8th December 2016International Day of Persons with Disabilities was held on 3rd December. The consumer advice organisation the UK European Consumer Centre (UK ECC), which is part of the European Consumer Centres Network - ECC-Net, used the occasion to draw attention to the rights and problems of air passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility.My first guest is Adam Mortimer, from UK ECC, and he talks about the EU regulation 1107/2006 which identifies rights of disabled persons and persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air.My local airport is London Luton and it works in partnership...
2016-12-081h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 1st December 2016The 199th travel show has a first - I share non-travel consumer advice. To be fair, though, most of the info from UK ECC about online shopping does apply to booking travel online as well.But why would you buy your Christmas presents over the internet when you can pop to somewhere like Basingstoke?My guest, Rebecca Handley, deputy chief executive at Basingstoke Together, talks about the town's Christmas Market, how to see Santa and his helpers, the panto (Snow White) and where to see 'A Christmas Carol' and 'The Night Before Christmas'. As...
2016-12-011h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 24th November 2016This week features Premier Cottages. This is a collective of independent holiday cottage owners, and every property in the range has officially gained four or five star status.More importantly for me, there is a 'dog-friendly' range. My guest, Beth Bailey, Marketing Director at Premier Cottages, explains what this means to dog owners who are looking for a UK holiday. She also covers all the other collections, such as accessible properties, that Premier Cottages offer. There is also a strict sign-up process for cottage owners to pass before they can be...
2016-11-241h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 17th November 2017You may have noticed that the British Pound has taken a bit of a hammering recently.This makes finding a good value holiday tougher than it has been for the last few years.The options are; stay in the UK (I do hate the word 'staycation'), or speak to someone who knows where to go for a great value overseas holiday.My first guest covers the first option. Alex Graeme runs Devon Unique Tours. Devon has plenty of magical legends and outstanding landscapes. Award winning Alex can help you to fully appreciate...
2016-11-171h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 3rd November 2016Grenada is a Caribbean country comprising a main island and smaller surrounding islands. It is known as the Spice Isle and my first guest, Sharon Bernstein, from the UK office for the Grenada Tourism Authority, explains why.There's more to Grenada than spices, Sharon also shares all the other reasons why you should visit there, such as the waterfalls, the beaches and the chocolate. My second guest is Miles Porter from Cycling for Softies. Cycling holidays are becoming popular (judging by my friends' Facebook posts). As an ex-professional cyclist (postman) I wanted to know more.
2016-11-031h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 27th October 2016I have two guests on this week's show. The topics covered are health/wellness holidays and Nevis.My first guest is Paul Joseph, director and wellness travel expert from Health and Fitness Travel. Paul introduces us to the idea of a year-long wellness honeymoon.Not only will you get fit and well after your wedding, you'll be relaxing in comfort as you fly around in business class.Health and Fitness Travel has around 80 different types of trips located around the world, including the UK. Are you feeling a little under the weather...
2016-10-271h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 20th October 2016As Halloween approaches, my first guest, Kayla Dunne, reveals why north Norfolk is one of the most haunted places in the UK.North Norfolk has scores of recorded ghostly sightings and haunted buildings. Visit North Norfolk, has picked out its top ghostly tales and Kayla also has a list of activities to enjoy during the October half term.As it's half term, some of you may be going away. Whether it is overseas for some autumnal sunshine, or here in the UK, if you have kids you'll probably be looking for somewhere with a...
2016-10-201h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 13th October 2016My guest this week is Iain Gray CBE, professor and director of Aerospace at Cranfield University.The university has recently held a Festival of Flight to celebrate its 70th birthday.Iain talks about the history of the site, why it is unique and how its research impacts passengers on flights around the world.We also learn about how Cranfield is looking to the future by researching air traffic management and aerospace integration.If you've every been delayed or had your flight cancelled due to fog, then you will be interested to find...
2016-10-131h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 6th October 2016Using a taxi should be straightforward, but unfortunately there are crooked drivers out there. This week I talk about the common taxi scams and how to avoid them.Also covered are new apps to help you to plan and research your next trip, the top haunted houses in the USA, leaf peeping and a news BS standard in travel.The increase in air rage incidents is also discussed.
2016-10-061h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 29th September 2016This week's show marks three years on UK Health Radio.It is a mix of travel news, starting with Trump Hotels and it's recent data breaches, and travel tips for families and singles.Should those without tickets be banned from airports for security reasons? The chief executive from Malaysia Airlines thinks so. I talk about his recent comments at the World Routes Strategy Summit in China. Does taking a selfie alter your state? A recent report thinks so. Find out how. Also, which city tops the MasterCard Global Cities Index for 2016?How...
2016-09-291h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd September 2016"So long, Screwy, see you in St Louis". I don't know why, but this Bugs Bunny quote has stuck with me for over 40 years.This week's show features this very city, and the state of Missouri.My guest, Dan Lennon, Director, Missouri Division of Tourism, explains the basics of Missouri and talks in depth about the city made famous by Bugs.There will be a total eclipse next year, the first time since 1452 that one can be seen in Missouri. So if you want to see this rare event (21/8/17), then book quickly after first...
2016-09-221h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 15th September 2016There is plenty of free advice for researching and planning travel available on the internet, if you know where to look.This week I share some of my favourite websites, and I talk about house-swapping, working holidays and cruises. When I’ve spoken to holiday makers, one of the most common mistakes is getting the weather wrong. Yes, the holiday is a bargain, but will you be staying inside the hotel during your stay and not on the beach?You may already have your favourite weather forecast website, but I list a few that yo...
2016-09-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 28th July 2016This is the final 'John is on a break' show.I stayed faithful, I didn't use the break as an excuse to go off with another show...Listen in to find out what you can visit at the Houses of Parliament, general consumer advice from Sarah Willingham, and why you should visit Zagreb.Don't know where Zagreb is? Well, you'll have to listen then, won't you?
2016-07-281h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 26th May 2016This week I'm completing my feature on the Great Lakes region by covering the city of Springfield, Illinois. Jeff Berg, client services manager, Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau talks about Abraham Lincoln, Race Riots, Route 66, golf and horseshoe sandwiches. There is plenty of other stuff too to see and do there and Jeff tells all.When you visit, please bring me back an Abraham Lincoln action figure (OK, doll). Or a sandwich.My second guest is fellow UK Health Radio presenter, Clive de Carle. Clive talks about how it is healthy to have...
2016-05-261h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 5th May 2016Every year there are stories of holidaymakers getting a surprise mobile telephone bill after their holiday in Europe. I myself had a small surprise when I was young and foolish.The EU has been working with the telephone networks to reduce roaming charges. These came down on 30th April. My guest, Adam Poyser from the UK ECC explains what has happened with these charges and what will happen with EU roaming charges in the future.The rest of the show is all about travel tips and advice. Topics covered includeEHICTravel etiquette
2016-05-051h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 14th April 2016Recently Explore Minnesota released an infographic listing 21 reasons why you should visit there.I chat with John Edman, director Explore Minnesota, to discuss these reasons, and to add a few more.Any US state that has cider has got to be worth a visit, IMHO. Sipping cider by one of the 11,842 lakes, what could be better?I also talk about car hire, listing the extras you may miss when booking your car online.All on the John Guinn Travel Show, where each week I check out before you check in.
2016-04-141h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 7th April 2016It's a tax avoidance destination special this week. Why not? This is very topical at the moment.The first destination covered is the Cayman Islands. My guest, Kate Kandiah, tells all about her home. The second destination is the British Virgin Islands. Ginny Hawksley explains why you should visit these islands.I am lucky enough to have visited both. No, not to set up tax accounts. BVI is a very pretty place to visit, with some night-time views unchanged for hundreds of years.The service on Grand Cayman is outstanding. If you...
2016-04-071h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 31st March 2016My guest this week is Caroline Anderson, Tourism Brand Manager at the Hawai'i Tourism Authority. Caroline was recently in the UK and we chatted while she was at the Authority's London Office.Caroline explains where Hawai'i is, how to get there and what to see and do and more. There is much more to these remote islands than Magnum PI, shirts and surfing. Listen to Caroline to find out why you should be saying aloha to Hawai'i for your next holiday.The UK ECC has released a top ten list of warnings when approached...
2016-03-311h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 17th March 2016This week's show is rammed with information about two subjects. My first guests are Andrea and CJ, the senior members of the Traveling Chimps.I first met them back in August 2014, not long after they had quit work, sold up and started travelling across the USA. In this update we find out how they are getting on, including a long stay in one place and how the two junior chimps' home schooling is getting on. They are also about to travel to another country and have their eyes on travelling to another continent. Listen in to...
2016-03-171h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 10th March 2016Brexit may or may not happen. If it does then there will be changes to consumer protection. One of the regulations introduced to protect consumers was the Package Travel Regulations 1992. This week I talk about the history of the package holiday, from the grand tour, Thomas Cook up to the present day. I also talk about how consumer protection has changed and will change (if the UK stays in the EU).The John Guinn Travel Show, I check out before you check in.
2016-03-101h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 3rd March 2016My guest this month is Peter Stephenson from Gascon Cycling Tours. Judging by my FaceBook friends, cycling is becoming more popular. So is moaning about them, myself included. Before this interview I thought that cycling holidays are dangerous and you're only going to end up stranded somewhere. Peter put my mind at rest by explaining why his tours are a great way to see the French countryside. Gascon Cycling Tours also cater for non-cyclists as well.Listen in to find out more.Last week I talked about social media and travel. This...
2016-03-031h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 4th February 2016This week is an Israel Special. My guest, Michelle Roberts, from the Israel Tourist Board in London recorded two interviews. The first one (and the bulk of the show) is about Israel as a tourist destination in general terms. The second was about Jaffa in particular. I have included a snippet of this interview as well. If you want to hear the rest of it then pop to the John Guinn Travel Show Facebook page, where I have posted a link. Oh, I'm such a tease...
2016-02-041h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd January 2016Happy New Year! (Yes, I remembered to continue on my quest to say 'Happy New Year' for as long as I can.This week's show is focused on Switzerland. My guest, Nick Robb, explains why there is more to the country than just chocolate and clocks.Travel news includes a new feature from an online travel company to help you to plan your holidays for 2016 (find out which one by listening in), and the top ten things that British holidaymakers look out for (according to the Croatian Tourist Board).All on the John Guinn...
2016-01-221h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 1st January 2016Happy New YearIt's the start of a new year and many people will be looking forward to their summer holiday. Unfortunately, some won't be as they have a fear of flying. I've been there and without valium I might not have travelled as far as I have.Hopping around the Caribbean 'cured' me, but this is an expensive way to solve a problem.My two guests have cheaper solutions. The first guest is Captain Chris Foster from easyJet. I interviewed him back in 2013 about easyJet's Fearless Flyer events. After his interview...
2016-01-011h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 11th December 2015A packed show this week (so very little chat from me you'll be pleased to hear). I have three guests, the first Sue Whitehead, talks about Macau. Find out why you should visit and why it is an alternative stopover destination.My second guest is Paul McTiernan from Leger Holidays. Paul explains the attraction of European Xmas markets. There is still time to pop over to mainland Europe to experience one and Paul tells us the best ones to visit. And saves me the embarrassment of attempting to pronounce their names.Finally, its winter...
2015-12-111h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 2nd October 2015My 2nd anniversary show on UK Health Radio. This week I replay two interviews I did with John Baldwin in 2013. John sold up and left the UK to travel the Far East. I spoke to him in March 2013 at the beginning of his adventure and then again in October. For the first time I am playing the interviews back to back so we can see how things went and if John's outlook was any different.Is there a change? Listen to the show and make your own mind up.
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 25th May 2015It's a dolly mixture of a show this week, I have three guests talking about three very different types of holiday.Hannah from The Great Projects talks about volunteer holidays. I volunteered at an animal sanctuary four years ago and it was the best holiday ever. If you haven't tried it, listen to Hannah explain why you should.My second guest is John Waterworth the chief executive at Parkdean. He talks about his UK based holiday parks.Finally, Leanne from the London office for the Mauritius Tourist Board explains why we should visit this...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 26th Jan 2015My 2015 Day's Out feature gets off to a bad start as I have been unable to get on the waiting list to visit Big Ben. No matter, I have Nick Robb, from the Switzerland Travel Centre on to talk about visiting Switzerland (well, der!!).Find out how to get there and what to see and do. Also, you can count how many times I say Switzerland Travel Centre wrongly, even though I'm reading it off Nick's business card.There is a packed Travel News section, including stories about travel stress, upset Chinese passengers and...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 10th Nov 2014My guests this week have different modes of transport, but I believe that the experiences from using both of them are quite similar.My first two guests were recorded at the World Travel Market in London. Lisa Remby talks about the history of Harley Davidson motorcycles (and the museum), while Trevor Barton explains the various Harley Davidson touring holidays on offer.Chris Mann, from London Helicopter, tells us his favourite part of flying along the Thames and the different flights on offer.There is a packed travel news section including stories about a passenger...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 3rd Nov 2014This week features an accommodation supplier that I had completely forgotten about. Which is surprising as they have a million stays each year, so it is quite large.My guest is Caroline White, the CEO of YHA (England and Wales) . Caroline talks us through the history of youth hostels in general and about those in England and Wales in particular. Find out what big decision had to be made about the guests' comfort and why you should consider staying in a hostel instead of using one of the chain hotels dotted throughout the UK....
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 27th Oct 2014If I was to ask you what the capital of Illinois is, what would be your answer? Check if you are correct by listening to this week's show. My guest is Baha Green from the UK office for the Illinois tourist department. Baha explains what we can see and do while on a trip there. And also tells us the capital of Illinois. Also I have a feature on www.thelmaandlouise.com. This is a website for women to find travel companions or travel ideas. After speaking to Christine who is one of the website's founders...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd Sept 2014During this show I may mention once or twice that I have been away.Find out about the hotel I stayed at when I chat to Cecilia Rangel - Wedding Coordinator and José Vallejo - Executive Sous Chef of Secrets Silversands. We talk about the food (oh it was so good), caring for the environment and the locals and the training that the staff at the hotel so through to make a stay here so enjoyable.I didn't actually leave the hotel grounds, so I quickly run through what I missed seeing in the C...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 15th Sept 2014This week the show is a New York Special. I've never been (yet), so this is as much for me as it is for you.The John Guinn Travel Show, checking it out before you check in...
2014-09-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 8th Sept 2014You probably research your hotel and destination, but what about your departure airport? How can you tell if the first experience of your holiday is going to be a good one?Each year Which? asks its members what they felt about UK airports. Luckily for us they share the results. Chris Gray from Which? talks about the survey and also the other ways Which? can help the holidaymaker to have a great trip.I also speak to the airport that has topped the Which? list for the last two years.That's all on the...
2014-09-081h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 1st Sept 2014This week's show features Berlin and Karnataka. Did you know that Berlin is home to people from 187 nations? I didn't. Also Christian from the Berlin Tourist Office talks us through various attractions and some history of this iconic city.Karnataka is a southern Indian State. When I was at a promotion evening for Karnataka i was surprised by the variations of holidays on offer here. I definitely had preconceived ideas and I was totally wrong. Find out why when my guest talks about her home.Also in travel news I have two stories where...
2014-09-011h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 25th Aug 2014The Ebola outbreak in West Africa is causing concern, but each year there are health concerns around the World. In the UK these are monitored by The National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC). As well as diseases NaTHNac also looks into other health issues for travellers from the UK. What are they? I speak to Dr Dipti Patel to find out.I'm sure everyone knows what there is to see and do at Las Vegas, but what about the city's home State, Nevada? I chat with Leanne Gosford, who represents both destinations in their London Office, to...
2014-08-251h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 28th July 2014I’ve just booked my pets into the kennels for my summer holiday. The cost of this would pay for another week away. So I wondered if animal charities see an increase in stray and unwanted pets at this time of year. Kellie from Blue Cross gives me the answer and also shares tips on how to car for pets while travelling and how to choose a kennel.Also holidays can go wrong, so John shares tips on how to complain. There is also a story of someone who complained at the wrong time. Listen in to find ou...
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 7th July 2014This week on the Travel Show I chat to Richard Lupton, from Global Adventure Challenges. We talk about how charity fundraising has moved on from simple sponsored walks to climbing mountains and trekking across deserts. Also I have a guest spot from Edna from the Harry and Edna Radio Show. Edna interviews one of the exhibitors at this year's English Heritage History Live at Kelmarsh Hall in Northamptonshire on the 19th / 20th Jul. The John Guinn Travel Show, checking it out - before you check in.
2014-07-071h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 30th June 2014The John Guinn Travel Show is two years old. To mark this John talks about the history of package holidays, from pilgrimages and transferring soldiers to the far reaches of the British Empire, to the present day via a train journey for a temperance society trip by train.Does the consumer protection meet the needs of today's traveller, I speak to ABTA to find out.
2014-06-301h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 16th June 2014I start the show with my take on the current 'passport crisis', which is just as easy to predict as rain on a Bank Holiday Monday. Then Jo from the South Carolina Tourist Office in London talks about visiting this part of the USA. This could be an alternative destination for those who usually would go to my second destination of the week, Florida. I have a Skype call with Will who represents Visit Florida. Of course there is some travel news as well. All coming up on the John Guinn Travel Show, where...
2014-06-161h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 2nd June 2014This week's show is UK based, with two ideas of things to do while in London. I talk to Mary Tucker about walking tours in London and Matt Clarkson from the London Dungeons.My final guest is Liz Edwards from LEGOLAND Resort in Windsor. I also have travel news, including a story about a flight that was diverted as a guide dog kept leaving little messages in the aisle.All on the John Guinn Travel Show, where I check it out before you check in.
2014-06-021h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 26th May 2014No guest this week, just me and my take on the world of travel. I talk aboutThe coup in ThailandScam Awareness/ATOLHassle-free TravelTravel TumAnd other travel news, including the weekend trip if you have cash, but limited time.All on the John Guinn Travel Show, where I check it out, before you check in.
2014-05-261h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 5th May 2014This week's show is another days out special, and the focus is on the Science Museum.Find out its history, how many items are on show, the best time to visit and how to plan your trip so that you get the most out of your visit.All this and more on the John Guinn Travel Show, where I check it out before you check in.
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 31st March 2014This week I chat with Michelle Roberts from the Israel Tourist Office in London (www.thinkisrael.com). Find out how to get there, what to eat (hummus) and what you should see and do while there.I also talk about how to complain in an effective way (Hint - it doesn't involve turning green and ripping your clothes).The John Guinn Travel Show, where I check it out before you check in...
2014-03-311h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 10th Mar 2014Find out more about the land where Lord of the Rings and The Last Samurai were filmed. If you're not into the scenery then you can also find out where to eat pizza in the New Zealand Special. I chat to Danielle and Kate from Tourism New Zealand.When it comes to New Zealand, the John Guinn Travel Show will be checking it out before you check in..
2014-03-101h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 3rd March 2014Are you fed up with the weather? Then why not pop over to the Island of Eternal Spring? My guest is Karen Blanchard, the Communications Coordinator for the Tenerife Tourism Corporation.Karen shares tips on where to visit, what to see and do, as well explaining the brief history to Tenerife. Karen will also explain what you can do if you are active, as well as the more sedate activities for people like me. And of course I talk about food.All on the John Guinn Travel Show, where I check out before you check in.
2014-03-031h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 3rd Feb 2014This week is a destination double bill. John chats with Amy Thomas from the South Australia Tourism Commission's London Office. Find out about the 20 minute city and the different regions in South Australia. Amy also shares a couple of example itineraries for those who want to see everything or only have a short time.As the flight to Australia is long, some travellers like to have a stopover to break the journey up a little. Hong Kong and Singapore are probably known by most people, but how about Macau? If you haven't heard of it you...
2014-02-031h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 27th Jan 2014The 50th edition of the John Guinn Travel Show!This week features Bhutan. I chat with Jasmine Rushton from the Bhutan Tourist Department's London Office. Jasmine explains what this country can offer those who are looking for a new and unusual destination. Also a travel company has left the UK to be based in Spain. This means that they don't have to offer ATOL protection. Does this matter? I replay an interview with Nic from the CAA to find out why ATOL and Flight Plus is important to most travellers. Travel news includes a...
2014-01-271h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 30th Dec 2013In this show John shares tips on getting an upgrade on your next flight, tells you why you should consider using an airport lounge and talks about cruises for those who have not travelled this way before.There is also travel news from ABTA, London Luton Airport and Aruba.
2013-12-301h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 2nd Dec 2013In the UK there are over 2,000,000 children in families that can not afford a day trip to the seaside. The Family Holiday Association was set up to help those who could not otherwise get away. A holiday is more than a break, it has other positive effects too. Find out more when I talk to John McDonald, director at the Family Holiday Association.Cambridge International Airport, maybe you didn't know that it existed. This little airport believes in personal service and you can even fly to the other side of the world by using the connecting flights. I...
2013-12-041h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 11th Nov2013It's Christmas Shopping time!! Are you going overseas to look for bargains? Well be careful you may have an unexpected bill when you arrive back in the UK. I'm replaying an interview with Bob from HMRC. He shares some very scary information (if you have ever gone through the Green Channel when you shouldn't have).What to visit a capital city to get high? Well you can't get higher than Quito. This South American city is the highest capital in the world. Listen to Andrew from the Quito Tourist Office to find out more.I also...
2013-11-111h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 4th Nov 2013Is Brussels boring? Find out the truth when I chat to Martha Meeze from Visit Brussels. Learn about the origin of the most European city of them all, why the beer tastes better there, as well as things to see and do. I may find out about the food as well! Sonia's Travels is one of my favourite online resources for travel tips. These great little videos manage to share a lot of valuable information in only a few minutes. I chat with Sonia Gil about her videos, Flunez language courses and about her home, Miami Beach.
2013-11-041h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 28th Oct 2013I talk to Russell Stenhouse from the Serbian Tourist Office. It's a place for city breaks, wine and history. Find out about Roman Emperors and monasteries as Russell explains what this country has to offer tourists (great prices is one).I also catch up with John Baldwin who is backpacking around the Far East. We first spoke on the 9th March 2013 show and now John is living and working in Cambodia. He loves the country and the people. Maybe he'll stay there, who knows.
2013-10-281h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 30/9/2013A Jamaica special. John chats with Emilio Huhn, the General Manager at Secrets Montego Bay about AM Resorts and its different brands of hotels. He also speaks to Rosemarie Johnson, the Regional Director for the Jamaican Tourist Board. You will find out what this great island has to offer. There is also a special tip. Have you ever wondered how to get rid of hawkers when you're relaxing on the beach? Well Rosemarie shares a tip which I tried twice and it worked both times. Listen to the show to find out what the magic words are.
2013-09-301h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 9th Sept 2013Are car hire companies really trying to rip you off? Of course not. Find out why when John talks to Toby Poston from the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association. He also shares important tips on renting a car. Also John brings you part 2 of his 3 part series on using the internet to research holidays. Finally Jane Fraser from the London Office of the British Columbia Tourism Department talks about visiting BC, Canada.
2013-09-091h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 2nd Sept 2013Find out all there is to know about Southend International Airport as John chats with Tracy Jones from the airport's Press Office. Did you know James Bond was filmed there? Also John starts the first of a three week series on using the internet to research holidays. He starts with common mistakes and how to protect your money.Have you ever crashed dieted before going on holiday? The chances are that you did all the hard work only to find that all the food on offer at the airport would undo your sacrifice. Benugo at Luton Airport offers a...
2013-09-021h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 19th August 2013There is a wide range of travel topics in this show. John starts off with chatting to Matthew Pinches about the work that Prisoners Aboard carries out to help UK nationals who are imprisoned overseas. This is followed by a discussion on what Florida has to offer the visitor with Will Seccombe, the CEO of Visit Florida. Finally, although its still the summer John finds out about European Christmas Markets with a chat with Paul McTiernan, the Product Director at Leger Holidays.And of course there will some travel news (featuring Flight-Delayed...
2013-08-191h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 12th August 2013In this week's show John Talks to Matt Clarkson from the London Dungeons about their move to new premises and why you should visit. It's a lot of fun. John also talks to Nabeel Al Zarouni, UK Country Manager for the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Cultural Authority about visiting Abu Dhabi. Want to know the best time to visit this destination? Then listen in. Of course there is also a cheesy tune, perhaps a travel rant and some travel news too.
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The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 5th August 2013In this week's show John talks to Angie Sloan from the UK Kenya Tourist Office. For those who wish to know what to do with their little angels during the school holidays, John also chats to Liz Edwards from the Legoland Resort in Windsor. Finally John has a little rant about the latest price increases from an Irish based airline. John is talking Kenya, can you guess this week's cheesy tune?
2013-08-051h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 29th July 2013Find out about the British Virgin Islands as John chats to Ginny from the BVI Tourist Office in London. You really should try to visit 'Nature's Little Secret' for your next holiday. Also John discusses how to make Google and other search engines work harder for you. You'll never guess the cheesy tune for this show. Listen in and find out why the obvious record wasn't played.
2013-07-291h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show - 22nd July 2013The RAF museum is the main feature of this week's show. John is shown around some of the exhibitions at the RAF museum in Hendon, London Also there are tips from London - Luton Airport on how to get through security quickly and how to avoid the £1 drop off fee. Finally there is an update on applying for a non-immigrant visa to the USA. Can you guess the cheesy tune I chose for this show?
2013-07-221h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 15th July 2013In this show John talks mostly about his recent trip to Florence. There is an interview with Roberta Romoli from the Florence Tourist Board. She shares information on the history of the city, as well as what to see and do when you visit. As John had trouble communicating due to his lack of Italian, he chats with Katharina Schaden (and as usual he manages to get somebody's name wrong) from Rosetta Stone about learning a new language. Yes, he does need help with learning English too. There is also a cheesy choice of an Italian song as John continues...
2013-07-151h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 8th July 2013John speaks to Mary Tucker from London Walks about walking tours of London. He has a go at doing an 'Our Tunes' with some humorous complaint letters to airlines and finds out about the Hard Rock All Inclusive Hotels in The Dominican Republic and Mexico by chatting with Debbie Walker from Destination Representation.
2013-07-081h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 1st July 2013In this show John finds out when most Brits book their holidays and talks to twice Emmy Nominated Dr. Lixion Avila from the National Hurricane Center in Miami. Learn about the different categories and other facts about hurricanes by listening to this interview.John also shares some travel news (including the fastest bed maker in the world), shares a tip on finding where you can fly to from your local airport and talks through a Sherlock Holmes themed day in London.
2013-07-011h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 16th June 2013John chats to Leanne Gosford about visiting Namibia, and talks about his trip there. He also talks about how to stay safe while on holiday for the first time without parents and talks to Gregor Ewing about visiting Scotland and his book Charlie, Meg and Me, which recreates Bonnie Prince Charlie's Escape After the Disaster of Culloden.
2013-06-171h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 5th May 2013This episode of the John Guinn Travel show is based around having fun. The first feature is on Las Vegas & Nevada, and for those looking for a UK based family day out Chessington World of Adventures is also covered. The AA also explains how FLOWER-POWER can keep you on the road.
2013-05-061h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 7/4/13In this travel show, John speaks to representatives from Karnataka, which is a state in south west India, Sola from the Grenada Tourist Office in London, finds out about Planet Whale and has a little rant about flights.
2013-04-081h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 23rd March 2013This show is a New Zealand Special. Find out what New Zealand has to offer travellers, learn about the outstanding scenery and where to get the best pizza when John talks to Danielle and Kate from Tourism New Zealand.
2013-03-231h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 9th March 2013This is a show with contrasts; my guests are John Baldwin who is currently back packing around the Far East, and Nick Harding-McKay who will be explaining why there is still a role for High Street Travel agents.There will also be some travel news and a feature on some travel apps for those of you who like planning your own travel
2013-03-101h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 23/2/13In this show John talks about the frustrations of finding cheapo flights on line. He also discusses the latest travel news (strikes and hire car taxes and law changes). Finally, is it safe to use the safe in your hotel room?
2013-02-2641 minThe John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 9th February 2013Welcome to the John Guinn Travel Show from www.secklowsounds.org. If you wish to comment on this show you can by leaving a message on my Facebook page Secklow Sounds – John Guinn Travel Show, or via twitter @John_Guinn In this show you can find out more about delayed flight compensation, Tourism Concern, Gran Canaria, how to stay healthy while away, AITO and Bermuda.The John Guinn Travel Show, Checking it out before you check in!
2013-02-101h 00The John Guinn ShowJohn Guinn Travel Show 26th Jan 2013In this show John chats to Gillian Edwards about ABTA, Kathryn Beadle about Hurtigruten's 120th anniversary and Kate Kandiah about the Cayman Islands. He also mentions the Destinations Travel Show and the latest news from Flight-Delayed.co.uk's fight for compensation for delayed air passengers.
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