Archive for September, 2009
September 26, 2009: Toronto, Canada
On September 29, 2009, Peter broadcasts from the Hazelton Hotel in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His guests include: Mike Boyd of Boyd Group International talking travel news for fall and beyond; Bruce Bell, Toronto historian, tour guide and storyteller, sharing his unique knowledge of Toronto; Bill Streever, author of Cold: Adventures in the World’s Frozen Places, [...]
The Travel Detective on H1N1 and Travel
If fears of contracting, or spreading, the H1N1 virus has you canceling your travel plans, think again. In his latest blog post on Microsoft’s Bing Travel, Peter shares his philosophy on travel—even during a pandemic—and how the travel industry is preparing in the face of another potential outbreak.
Atlanta Flood Damage Affects Travel, Events and Attractions
The rain may have subsided in Atlanta, Georgia, but the sun is shining a clear light on the flood damage that still remains. Storms pounded Atlanta and surrounding areas, dropping 15 to 20 inches of rain for three days, causing nine deaths and an estimated $250 million in damage. With a number of major events [...]
Saving on Communication: Callback Services
If you make a call while you’re out of country, you might get nailed with major charges. But there is an option known as “callback companies” that can be worth it in some situations.
A Traveling Mom’s Tips for Visiting London with Kids
Preparing to travel to London with four kids, ages 2, 6, 8, and 10, seemed straightforward enough, but Nancy Solomon of family travel site Ciao Bambino, learned some important lessons of the road while exploring this sprawling, urban destination. So find out her tips and recommendations for traveling with kids in London …
UNESCO Names New Leader After Groundbreaking Campaign
The top position at United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), has settled on a new leader today after five rounds of fiercely contested voting. The UN’s leading cultural body elected Bulgarian diplomat Irina Bokova by a vote of 31-27 over her opponent, Egypt’s controversial cultural minister, Farouk Hosni. After yesterday’s vote ended in [...]
Accessibility Updates for Airlines
You may have heard of the US Air Carrier Access Act, which outlines the laws in place to help travelers with physical or mental disabilities. Well that Act was updated this summer, and there are some very helpful new rules in place.
The Travel Detective on High-Speed Trains and Smoking Bans
It’s hard to believe—and it’s almost embarrassing to admit—that the French figured out high-speed trains in 1981. They’re coming up on their 30th anniversary, and we’re still stuck with Amtrak. Recently I took a ride on the TGV (the French high-speed train) from Paris to Nancy, and we were traveling nearly 200 mph.
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