Lost Luggage, Scandals, Travel Chaos and Cruise Tips

Travel

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In this whirlwind episode of Travel Tuesday, Kevin and Linda dive into the chaos and comedy of vacation luggage logistics. From empty suitcases to shipping wine and Murano glass, they explore the art of packing smart and dodging airline baggage drama—complete with a few jabs at Delta and United. Linda even invokes the defrocked Saint Christopher, patron saint of travel, to bless our bags.

Linda shares updates from her book tour for Your Payment Method Has Been Declined, including stops in Long Island and Easton, PA, and a cheeky nod to her website, “The Other Woman Shop.” This segues perfectly into the scandalous Coldplay concert kiss cam moment that exposed Astronomer CEO Andy Byron’s alleged affair—an affair that cost him millions and his job. Kevin and Linda gleefully dissect the fallout, memes, and moral lessons.

The mood shifts as they reflect on the tragic drowning of Malcolm Jamal Warner in Costa Rica. This sparks a candid conversation about the risks of travel in certain destinations, with Linda and Kevin sharing unsettling stories of theft, passport hijacking, and jungle drama in Costa Rica.

Next up: Europe! The duo discusses the love-hate relationship locals have with tourists, especially in Barcelona. While small businesses thrive, some locals are fed up—spraying water guns at visitors in protest. Kevin laments how social media spoils the magic of travel when everyone posts the same curated shots before you even get there.

Finally, Linda dishes out travel tips on Carnival Cruise Line’s new *Celebration Key* in Grand Bahama. With water slides, dining galore, and no need for cash, it’s a cruise-lover’s paradise. The episode wraps with a lighthearted chat about Bahamian athletes and the Yankees’ performance, proving once again that travel and sports make for perfect podcast companions.