<p>In this week’s episode, Simon and Greg welcome into the studio the co-founder of Lonely Planet, Tony Wheeler. Tony has travelled to every corner of the world, including 47 US states. To mark the 250th anniversary of US independence, Greg and Simon quiz Tony on his opinions on tipping culture, roadside motels, and the pros and cons of the Amtrak service.</p><br><p>They also discuss the recent chaos across European airports, which saw one group of British schoolchildren stranded overnight at Barcelona airport – why didn’t their airline step up to the mark and provide accommodation?</p><br><p>Plus, they answer your burning travel questions, including a Scandinavian city break dilemma, and the ideal time to book a flight to Prague. Send your questions to <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a>.</p><br><p><a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read our latest travel advice</a></p><p><a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/advice/uk-passport-validity-checker/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Check your passport validity</a></p><p><a href="http://telegraph.co.uk/travelnewsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign up for The Telegraph Travel newsletter</a></p><br><p>Video Producer: Carla Mercer</p><p>Producer: Georgia Coan</p><p>Executive Producer: Louisa Wells</p><p>Head of Travel: Ben Ross</p><p>Studio Operator: Meghan Searle</p><br><p>Highlights:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>The best (and worst) of US travel, from the co-founder of Lonely Planet</li><li>Your rights when flights go wrong</li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>