Soaring and Sailing: Cook Islands Escape, Eclipse Flights, and Navigating the High Seas on Star Clippers

Send us Fan MailImagine paddling through the transformed landscapes of Death Valley National Park, where recent rains have turned the arid plains into a kayaker's haven. This episode brings you stories from the most unexpected corners of the world, including the skies above, where Delta Airlines offers a front-row seat to the solar eclipse at 30,000 feet. We also tackle the practicalities of air travel, discussing the latest changes in baggage fees and where American Airlines stands amidst fierce industry competition. Our Travel Deal of the week takes you to the Idyllic Cook Islands,Join us for a informative talk with Beth Lindsley from Star Clippers, as we sail into the world of high-seas adventure and learn about their exceptional sailing experiences, like climbing the crow's nest and island-hopping that turns guests into explorers. Our aerial journey doesn't end there; we zoom in on Boeing's 737 MAX program challenges and celebrate the easing of Global Entry interview waits. Hawaiian Airlines' expansion piques our interest, promising new route discoveries in the Pacific. Cultural travel tips and a bizarre in-flight incident will leave you more travel-savvy than ever. So fasten your seatbelts and prepare to be elevated with tales of eclipses, voyages, and the art of travel, all in this one-of-a-kind episode that takes you from the depths of valleys to the heights of the celestial sphere.