Archive for June, 2009
June 11, 2009: Online Radio Show Broadcasting from Bangkok, Thailand City
On June 11, 2009, Peter is broadcasting from The Peninsula Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. Author, host and world explorer Richard Bangs joins Peter to talk about the treasures of Thailand. Costas Christ, global travel editor of National Geographic Adventure, is back to discuss sustainable travel, who is succeeding and where we should go to experience [...]
Healthy Eating Tips for Road Warriors
Road warriors know that it’s tough to eat right when traveling, especially when dealing with cocktail parties, dinner meetings, and of course, the airport. But here are a few tips on not letting business get in the way of your health.
Suzy Gershman’s Postcard from Italy: Driving, Parking and Shopping in Florence & Venice City
Dear Peter, It’s a miracle that I can even write this postcard since we have been driving all over Italy … and let me tell you, I’m not sure which is worse—the Alps or the drivers. I certainly understand why Hannibal insisted on taking the elephants! Once you arrive in a city, then you get [...]
Free Activities in City Locations Around the World
Looking to make your next vacation a little more affordable? You can travel for less with these helpful tips. For example, did you know that even major cities like New York have local greeter programs that connect travelers and locals–giving you an in-the-know tour guide for free?
Tips on Avoiding Travel Scams
Here’s the scene: you get an email or a call that you’ve won a free vacation. Great news, right? Not really. You’re probably dealing with some of the oldest travel scams in the book.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Files for Bankruptcy, Another Sign of Travel Industry Woes?
The Fontainebleau Las Vegas LLC and two of its affiliates have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, shutting down a $2.9 billion Las Vegas development project and dealing yet another blow to the city’s struggling tourism industry. The bankruptcy petition stemmed from several funding hiccups and a long legal battle between Fontainebleau and a group [...]
Michelin Master Chef Albert Roux Opens Restaurant in America: Why Houston, Texas?
When Albert Roux and his brother Michel arrived in London in the early 1960s, their future was uncertain. They had a grand ambition to open a world-class restaurant specializing in high-quality, classic French cuisine in a country that famously preferred fish and chips. Le Gavroche was instantly recognized for the quality of its preparation and [...]
Dual Engine Failure, Bird Strikes Lead Topics Discussed at NTSB Hudson Landing Hearing
A three-day National Transportation Safety Board hearing commenced today, with Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger testifying about the events of January 15 that led to his miraculous landing on the Hudson River. Among the major topics of concern were the effect of bird strikes on airplanes and emergency preparedness in the event of dual engine failure. [...]
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