The Travel Show
The Travel Show is hosted by Morris Columbus Travel's Larry Gelwix, The Getaway Guru. It covers some of the hottest topics, trends, and special offers in the world of travel!
The Travel Show – October 25, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome, “Travel Show” sponsored by Morris Columbus Travel, see: morriscolumbus.com
· Review Fall Utah Travel Expo
· Expo promotions & discounts extended by most vendors through Oct 31
· Some winners have not claimed their prize, see utahtravelexpo.com, click on “Giveaways”
· Preview January 2026 Expos in St. George (Jan 21) & SLC/Sandy (Jan 23-24)
· How is federal shutdown affecting travel, passports applications/renewals, air travel, etc.
Segment 2: (00:11)
· “Thailand & the Legends of Siam” with Angkor Wat & Cambodia option
· Jan. 24-Feb. 7, 2027; Cambo...
The Travel Show – October 18, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome--LIVE from the Morris Columbus FALL Travel Expo. Welcome Brent Jenson, President of Morris Columbus Travel
· Come enjoy the exclusive EXPO travel discounts and prizes
· What we love about river cruising
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Welcome Matt Spillner Field Sales Manager for the Globus family of brands
· What to expect with Globus Guided Tours
· River cruising is booming — what sets Avalon apart?
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Welcome Sharlene Cravens, Sales Manager with the Polynesian Cultural Center
· What is the PCC?
The Travel Show – October 11, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Intro Wendy Fracchia
· Big story of the week: Utah Travel EXPO sponsored by MCT
· Emily States, Marketing Director, MCT (we will call her)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· History of the Taj Mahal
· India, Bhutan, & Nepal
· What do you think?
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Benefits of group travel
· Focus on MCT-MMET programs
· What to expect from the group dept. at the Expo?
· Be careful who you deal with. Utah travel companies reported in the news as goi...
The Travel Show – October 4, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT. Intro John Potter, MCT Bountiful office
· How will the US federal govt shutdown effect your travel?
· WN free wifi for Rapid Rewards members
· Register for WN 2X Rapid Rewards promotion
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Lisa Presley, Regional Key Accounts Manager, NCL (call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Current cruise promos: Princess, RCCL, NCL
· MCT group PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026, NCL, BOGO free air
· Celebrity Cruises promo
· Never throw away your...
The Travel Show – September 27, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT
· San Francisco is Back!
· San Francisco fun facts, where to find best sourdough, best seafood restaurant
· MUNI Passport instead of buying an individual Cable Car ticket
· travel.state.gov – click on International Travel
· check passport validity, entry requirements, & required # of blank passport pages
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Chris Sisemore, Key Accounts, Manager: Celebrity Cruises (call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· New “Thailand & Legends of Siam” tour Jan. 31-Feb 13, 2026. Optional post- Thailand...
The Travel Show – September 20, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT
· Fall Utah Travel Expo, Oct 18, Davis Conference, Layton, see: utahtravelexpo.com
· Review highlights of my summer group travels
· Helsinki story of Hop On Hop Off
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Ginny Tujague, Strategic Account Manager, RCCL (will call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· “Spring Break Escape Cruise”, April 6-10, 2026. MCT Group.
· Costa Rica highlights
· Hawaii fun facts & highlights
· Hawaii & Mexico air/hotel specials
Segment 4: (00:31)
·...
The Travel Show - September 13, 2025
Join Larry Gelwix, The Getaway Guru, for a delightful and informative dive into the wonderful world of travel! In this episode, Larry will discuss how to make your Top Ten travel dreams come true, plus explore Alaska cruises, life lessons from your next vacation, hilarious travelers' stories and much more.
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT. Morriscolumbus.com00:00:45 - “Larry, you’ve been everywhere. Where are your favorite travel destinations?” Overseas00:01:45 - What’s on your international list?00:02:45 - Larry’s favorite USA destinations...The Travel Show – September 6, 2025
The Travel Show – August 30, 2025
The Travel Show – August 23, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT. Welcome John Potter (801-483-5214)
· NCL BOGO air promotion
· Two mobile cell phone carriers introduce service onboard a cruise ship
Segment 2: (00:11)
· San Francisco highlights
· SF Muni visitor passport, see: sfmta.com
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Disney updates
· Disney trivia
· MCT group: “Spring Break Escape” cruise, April 6-10, 2026
· History & highlights of the Taj Mahal
Segment 4: (00:31)
· Favorite Aussie slang
· MCT...
The Travel Show – August 16, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT
· Renew your passport online. Make 3 copies of information page.
· travel.state.gov
· step.state.gov (STEP: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program)
· Mobile Passport Control (MPC)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· International travel advice
· MCT group: PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026 with free BOGO air
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Happiest country on earth according to a recent survey
· Do these things before your next flight
· History of quirky airport codes
·...
The Travel Show – August 9, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome, and welcome Carlos Fida. Travel Show is sponsored by MCT
· PVR & SJD fun facts
· Hawaii & Mexico air/hotel specials
· Suggestions when booking a Hawaii vacation
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Dwayne Baird (call in)
· Great Migration Safari review
· 2026 MCT safari dates
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Great Migration Safari review
· Highlights of South America
· Missionary return travel
Segment 4: (00:31)
· Don’t throw away your boarding pass
· SLC Int...
The Travel Show – August 2, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Welcome Doni Rasmussen. 801-483-6563.
· Travel Show sponsored by MCT
· Review itineraries: “British Isles Cruise 2025” & “Great Migration Safari” 2025
· Highlights of Africa
· DL SLC-AMS July 30: wear your seat belt
· WN now offering reserved seats & luggage charge
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Judy Baird: Great Migration Safari review (call in)
· MCT 2026 safari dates: July 29-Aug 9 & Aug 18-29
Segment 3: (00:18)
· What are travelers looking for?
· MCT group PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026, with BOGO air promo
...
The Travel Show – July 28, 2025
The Travel Show – July 19, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Welcome John Potter (801-483-5214)
· Travel Show sponsored by MCT
· Is Supersonic travel returning next year?
· Hidden history of quirky airport codes
· Can you still fly if you lose your ID?
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Lisa Presley, Regional Key Account Director, NCL (call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· What are the most popular travel destinations & vacations. What are people calling about?
· Cruising is statistically the safest form of travel
· Questions to ask before you book...
The Travel Show – July 12, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by MCT
· Welcome Emily States, Director of Marketing, MCT
· What flight attendants notice first when pax board a plane
· What is okay to “steal” from your hotel room?
· Alaska 2026
Segment 2: (00:11)
· CDC rates the dirtiest & cleanest cruise lines
· Questions to ask before booking your next river cruise
· AmaWaterways & Viking certs
Segment 3: (00:18)
· “MCT Group: “Riches of the Mekong”, AmaWaterways, Nov. 9-16, 2026
· #1 rated most beautiful US beach
·...
The Travel Show – July 5, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by MCT
· Why do we travel? What are your travel dreams?
· MCT group cruise/tour: PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026 w/ NCL Free BOGO air
· This country was just named as the “friendliest country in the world”
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Exciting FIT cruise: Hawaii, Alaska, & Canada. NCL, Norwegian Star, HNL-YVR. Oct. 1-17, 2025. Rates from pp/dbl:
o Inside: $1,601
o Ocean View: $1668
o Balcony: $2,608
o Suite: $3,712
· SLC Airport Update
The Travel Show – June 28, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by MCT, see: morriscolumbus.com
· Is travel safe? US State Dept safety rating 1-4 at travel.state.gov
· Independence Day facts
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Dana McCullough, Princess Cruises, BDM (call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Hawaii fun facts
· Hawaii tourism is down: look for bargains
· Insider tips for booking your next Hawaii vacation
· Things to do on a rainy day in Honolulu
· Highlight Kailua Kona & Pu’uhonua o Honaunau
· P...
The Travel Show – June 21, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Getting ready for summer international travel, including:
· 4 letters you never want to see on your boarding pass
· New WN rule on portable chargers
Segment 2: (00:11)
· AMS highlights including what to do, what to see, and what to eat
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Larry travel stories
Segment 4: (00:31)
· DL reverses course of solo traveler ticket surcharge
· Pax forced to scrub off make-up before bo...
The Travel Show – June 14, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Why we love river cruising?
· Questions to ask when booking a river cruise?
· MCT: Viking certs up to $200 addtl discount; AmaWaterways certs 5% addtl discount
· Renew your passport online
· What is the difference between a US passport and a US Passport card
Segment 2: (00:11)
· DL now caters Shake Shack burgers out of these 11 cities, including SLC
· Why we love Alaska cruises.
· Some space still available for 2025. Start plan...
The Travel Show – June 7, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· New DL non-stop service SLC-ICN starts Jan 12
· Preparing for international travel
· How to get the best foreign currency exchange rates
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Nate Lavin, Air Service & Business Development Manager, SLC Intl Airport (call in)
· SLC Airport update
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Benefits of MCT/MMET group tours
· “2026 Iberian Eclipse: London, Spain, & Portugal”, Aug 4-16, 2026 with Elaine Dalton + special guest
· One of the hottest selling cruise...
The Travel Show – May 31, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Cruises & Mexico all-inclusive are your best travel value
· Cancun, Catalonia Yucatan Beach Resort, 5*, June 26-July 1, 2025, from $885 pp/dbl
· Why we love river cruising
· Viking certs up to $200 per cabin discount, free & reduced air
· Viking example: BUD-AMS, July 18-Aug 1, 2026, $5,499 pp/dbl with FREE SLC AIR
· AmaWaterways 5% off cert combinable with other promotion (not applicable to charters)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Michael Nolan, Ireland tour guide (from Dublin) with Mark Faldmo (from Morocco)<...
The Travel Show – May 17, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome & tease. Introduce Wendy Fracchia, MCT Group Dept. Manager
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Review “The Kingdom of Japan & Korea” MCT tour group. Invite tour members to call in & report.
· Why I love Japan. Why is a cruise/tour the absolute best way to see Japan?
· Will I do another Japan cruise/tour
· You can pool Amex Points from family & friends into your AS account – until June 30
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Ginny Tujague, RCCL, Strategic Account Manager, Sales Dept (will call in...
The Travel Show – May 24, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome & tease.
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· What to do in PVR
· Mexico all-inclusive specials
· RCCL Birthday Bash sale
· MCT winner of “Best of State” 4th year in a row
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Nate Lavin, Air Service & Business Development Manager, SL Intl Airport (will call in)
· SLC Intl Airport updates, new routes, state of the airport
Segment 3: (00:18)
· NCL “More At Sea” & BOGO air offer, terms & conditions
· MCT group: PPT-HNL, Ma...
The Travel Show – May 10, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· MCT winner “Best of State” award as #1 travel agency
· Rome travel affected by death of Pope Francis
· UK-ETA & how to avoid scammers
· MC Fall Travel Expo, Oct 18, Layton, Davis Conference Center
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Disney Update
· Magic Kingdom specials
· Disney Trivia
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Best international travel advice
· What would you do? (Trapped in an airline lavatory for 35 minutes)
· Why do we love P...
The Travel Show – May 3, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· MCT “Best of State” travel agency 2025 award – 5th year in a row
· NCL up to $200 OBC exclusive with MCT (Signature), book by May 7
· MCT exclusive Viking discount certificate up to $200 off per stateroom – while supplies last
· Rome travel: what to expect with the recent death of Pope Francis
Segment 2: (00:11)
· “When I travel” … the benefits of travel
· Why I love SE Asia
· MCT group, “Riches of the Mekong,” Nov 9-16, 2026...
The Travel Show – April 26, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Last call for Viking promotion: free/reduced airfare, $25 deposits, cruise discounts
· DOT airline cancellation & delay dashboard: know your rights
· Marriott family donates $25 to launch Hospitality Institute at Univ of Utah
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Is a cruise ship drink package worth it?
· “Spring Break Escape” cruise, April 6-10, 2026 (LA-Catalina-At Sea- Ensenada- LA), 5d/4n, RCCL
Segment 3: (00:18)
· When you travel know who you are dealing with. Travel scams and “b...
The Travel Show – April 19, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· NCL – MCT exclusive OBC offer (Signature)
· Real ID OBC up to $200
· Review NCL’s newest ship, the Aqua
· MCT & NCL exclusive up to $200 OBC promotion (Signature)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· David Neeleman: Founder, Chairman, & CEO of Breeze Airways (call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Hawaii & Mexico specials
· HNL airport delays, get there early
· DL 20-minute bag rule
· Viking Cruises $25 deposit
· Disney specials
The Travel Show – April 12, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome & introduce John Potter
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· NCL – MCT exclusive OBC offer (Signature)
· Why is cruising your #1 best travel value?
· What is the allure of the South Pacific & Polynesia?
· MCT group: PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026, NCL promotions
· International travel advice
Segment 2: (00:11)
· “Castles of Ireland” tour with Mark Faldmo, Sept. 26-Oct 3, 2025 (Faldmo will call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Taiwan highlights, ROC & PRC, difference between Taiwanese & Chinese cuisine
· Hawaii & Mexico...
The Travel Show – April 5, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Greetings from Taiwan (explain ROC & PRC)
· Happy April! Origin of proverb, “April showers brings May flowers”
· Two mobile cell phone carriers introduce service onboard a cruise ship (AT&T, Verizon)
· Travel Scams
· NCL Teacher’s Discount (5% to entire cabin & $50 OBC per cabin)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Scotty Horn, AmaWaterways BDM
· MCT group: “Mekong River Cruise & Tour”, Nov. 9-16, 2026
· MCT group: "Christmas Markets on the Rhine”, Dec. 3-10, 2026
Segme...
The Travel Show – March 29, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome, introduce Cathy Gelwix
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Free pre-paid gratuities with NCL & MCT
· Hawaii & Mexico air & hotel specials
Segment 2: (00:11)
· “South Pacific Odyssey”, PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026
· Most romantic travel destinations
· Disney World MCO specials
· “Castles of Ireland” MCT group tour, Sept. 26-Oct 3, 2025, hosted by Mark Faldmo
Segment 3: (00:18)
· “Paris & Normandy River Cruise”, Aug 26-Sept 5, 2026, hosted by John Potter
· Africa & the Great Migration MCT safari, July 30-Aug 10, 2025, Jim Gee (guest in stud...
The Travel Show – March 22, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Africa & the Great Migration. MCT tour group: July 30-August 10, 2025
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Ginny Tujague, RCCL Strategic Accounts Manager (will call in)
· Mention MCT cruise group, “Spring Break Escape Cruise,” April 6-10, 2026
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Dann Hone, live from Jerusalem
· Israel & Holy Land update
· Review MCT Holy Land tours for this fall 2025
Segment 4: (00:31)
· What are the worst US airports for flight de...
The Travel Show – March 15, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Big changes at WN: no more free bags, award devaluation, dynamic pricing, basic economy, & more
· Why WN made the changes & how it will affect customers
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Mark Faldmo (call in), “Castles of Ireland”, Sept. 26-Oct 3, 2025
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Maui visit & road to Hana
· Lahaina update
· Questions to ask before you book your next cruise
· “Scotland, Wales, & England” tour, Aug 4-11, 2025
Segment 4: (00:31)
· St. Pa...
The Travel Show – March 8, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Brief overview of just returned MCT group Australia-NZ cruise
· Mention SYD-AKL MCT group cruise, Feb. 15-March 1, 2026
· Cruise tips
· Know Before Your Go; reasons cruise ships may deny you boarding (embarkation)
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Tim Taggert
· NZ tour, October 8-22, 2025
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Las Vegas hotel meltdown
· What are MCT advisors getting call about?
· Travel trends 2025 and beyond
· Family travel trends
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The Travel Show – March 1, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Introduce John Potter.
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Greetings from Auckland, NZ
· Favorite NZ foods & slang
· SYD-AKL MCT cruise/tour group, Feb 15-March 1, 2026, Holland America
· “Spring Break Escape Cruise”, April 6-10, 2026
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Mark Faldmo, “Castles of Ireland”, Sept. 26-Oct. 3, 2025 (in studio)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Dann Hone (call-in)
· Holy Land update
· Holy Land tours
· Jerusalem Temple Mount
Segment 4: (00:31)
· Disney update
Segment 5: (0...
The Travel Show – February 22, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Introduce Wendy Fracchia, MCT Group Department Manager
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· Greetings from NZ, Fjordland National Park & Milford Sound
· Favorite NZ foods
· Australia-NZ cruise tour, Feb 15-Mar 1, 2026
· “Snooze & you lose”! Book now, everything is selling quickly
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Advantages of a MCT escorted tour
· PPT-HNL cruise/tour, May 15-27, 2026, NCL, BOGO air, “More At Sea” promotion
· Raiatea (“faraway heaven”) temples: ancient & recently announced LDS
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Biggest hotel m...
The Travel Show – February 15, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT. Introduce John Potter, MCT Bountiful office.
· Sydney highlights
· “Spring Break Escape Cruise”, April 6-10, 2026
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Some Expo discounts still available
· How to always fly for less (two stowaway stories)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Are you serious? Hotels are requesting you tip the front desk staff for checking you in
· What would you do? Story
· How to talk like an Aussie
· Australia-NZ cruise/tour, Feb 15-March 1, 2026...
The Travel Show – February 8, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT. Introduce John Potter, MCT Bountiful office.
· Two cruise/tours selling at warp speed
· PPT-HNL, May 15-27, 2026, NCL with BOGO air
· SYD-AKL, Feb 15-March 1, 2026, Holland America
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Best cruise advice
· Questions to ask before booking your next cruise
Segment 3: (00:18)
· Best San Francisco sourdough (listener sent in question)
· Israel update with Dann Hone
· Hawaii & Mexico air/hotel specials*
--Southwest Vacations: Oahu 5 Star
...
The Travel Show – February 1, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT. Introduce John Potter, MCT Bountiful office.
· Utah Travel Expo discounts, promotions, and specials extended
· “Pearls of Asia” cruise/tour, April 17-May 1, 2026: MUST BE BOOKED NO LATER THAN FEB 7, 2025
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Ginny Tujague, RCCL Strategic Account Manager (will call in)
Segment 3: (00:18)
· UK-ETA requirement for entry into the UK now in effect
· Favorite UK foods
· Mark Faldmo, “Castles of Ireland”, Sept. 26-Oct. 3, 2025 (in studio)
Segment 4...
The Travel Show – January 25, 2025
Segment 1: (00:00)
· Welcome. Welcome Emily States, Marketing Director for Morris Columbus Travel
· Travel Show sponsored by NCL & MCT
· What to expect at the Morris Columbus Travel Expo
· What we love about the South Pacific
Segment 2: (00:11)
· Welcome Ginny Tujague, Business Development Manager for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
· 60% off 2nd guest, 3&4 guests 30%, specialty dining for guests 1&2, $100 OBC
· “Spring Break Cruise” for Families & Couples, RCCL, Navigator of the Seas, April 6-10, 2026. Current pricing: 2 adults, 2 children, inside cabin, from $362 pp/quad. Most Utah school out April 6...
