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Archive for July, 2009

Unexpected Foodie City: Houston, Texas

Unexpected Foodie City: Houston, Texas

On a recent trip to Houston, Texas, food writer David Latt went to explore the city’s claim to be a culinary hotspot. After grilling legendary chef Albert Roux about why he chose a Houston-area resort to open his first restaurant in America, Latt then went on to discover some very surprising treats throughout the city. [...]

World’s Worst Luggage Incidents and The Travel Tales of Peter’s Wallet


World’s Worst Luggage Incidents and The Travel Tales of Peter’s Wallet


Something came across my desk the other day that just was amazing to me. Someone compiled a list of 10 of the World’s Worst Luggage Incidents, and it is just funny. We know at least two of the top 10 have to be at Heathrow. We all remember what happened when Terminal 5 opened up, [...]

Odd But Useful Travel Gadgets

Okay, by now you probably know to pack your wrinkle-resistant and lightweight clothes when you travel. But if you look around, you’ll find some pretty inventive items that were literally made for travelers.

Dine Like a Local

If there’s one thing many travelers miss when they’re on the road, it’s a good, old-fashioned, home cooked meal. So how can you dine like a local?

New Orleans Travel, History, Culture Plus Summer Deals – Hour 1 – PGW Radio

New Orleans Travel, History, Culture Plus Summer Deals – Hour 1 – PGW Radio

On July 11, Peter was broadcasting his radio show this Saturday from the Blue Room at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. His guests in the first hour include: Noted NOLA historian John Magill gives us the scoop on the history and culture of the Crescent City. Dr. Nick Mueller of the National World [...]

Tales of the Cocktail & Live Jazz in New Orleans – Hour 2 – PGW Radio

Tales of the Cocktail & Live Jazz in New Orleans – Hour 2 – PGW Radio

On July 11, Peter was broadcasting his radio show from the historic and newly-refurbished Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. His guests for the second hour include: Sean O’Neill, online editor for Budget Travel.com, discussing his latest article about why rental car rates are skyrocketing. Ann Tuennerman, founder of New Orleans’ annual “Tales of the [...]

New Orleans Restaurants, National Parks, and Travelers Rights – Hour 3 – PGW Radio

New Orleans Restaurants, National Parks, and Travelers Rights – Hour 3 – PGW Radio

On July 11, Peter was broadcasting his radio show from the historic and newly-refurbished Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. His guests for the third hour include: Chef Alon Shaya of the soon-to-be-opened Restaurant Domenica, tempting your taste buds with his new dishes. Former national park superintendent Bill Wade, discussing this year’s lesser-known national parks, [...]

Spotlight On: New Orleans, Louisiana

Spotlight On: New Orleans, Louisiana

On the heels of Peter’s radio broadcast in New Orleans and the city’s tipsy celebrations during “Tales of the Cocktail,” Donna M. Owens reports on some of her top tips for travelers to the Big Easy, from Cajun eats to where to you can lend a helping hand. Strolling down the cobblestone streets of the [...]