Archive for August, 2008
Plane Crash in Madrid and the Story Behind the Concorde
Last week was that terrible plane crash in Madrid—the Spanair MD-82 flight where more than 150 people were killed. Miraculously, some people survived, and hopefully we might be able to hear their side of the story eventually. They have recovered the cockpit voice recorder and the flight data recorder, and I’ll be talking about that [...]
Dance Tourism
If you’re looking to get out on the dance floor the next time you travel, why not take a lesson right in your hotel?
Ask Peter: Mom in Japan, Cruising Russia and When to Book What
Ever had a travel question that just left you perplexed? Were you not quite sure whose advice to trust? Wanted to know where to turn for the facts, without ignoring the fun of travel? Then you need to “Ask Peter.” Email us with your questions to peter@petergreenberg.com, and he might answer your question live on [...]
Unusual Education Jobs Abroad
If sitting in a cubicle just isn’t cutting it for you, here are some unusual jobs that let you work and travel.
Radio Archives – August 2008
August 2, 2008 Fire Island, New York August 9, 2008 Fire Island, New York August 16, 2008 Las Vegas, Nevada August 23, 2008 Fire Island, New York August 30, 2008 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Hotels That Give Back
We’ve told you about volunteer vacations before, but did you know that you can give back through your hotel? Here’s how you can help out on your next stay.
Amtrak’s Top 5, And Bottom 5, On-Time Train Routes
With gas prices still dizzyingly high, and seemingly unlikely to fall anytime soon, more and more travelers are turning to Amtrak. The American rail system has seen a significant jump in traffic, up almost 14 percent since last July, and is on track to smash the previous record of 25.8 million passengers. But Amtrak has [...]
This Week: August 23, 2008
This weekend, Peter is broadcasting live from Fire Island, NY. It’s officially hurricane season, so we’ll get a snapshot of how it might affect your travels, and how to stay safe if your hotel or resort gets hit. New York-based writer and photographer Michael T. Luongo shares tips and resources for parents with special-needs children, [...]
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