Archive for October, 2009
America’s Spookiest Inns and Hotels on The Early Show
Happy Halloween! Peter was on The Early Show this morning to talk about some of America’s most haunted hotels, where guests can stay in a room with a “boo!” Read the article on CBS News to find out about spooky hotels where guests have checked in, but never checked out.
Ask the Locals Travel Guide: Sonoma, California
This Halloween weekend, Peter is broadcasting his radio show from the heart of wine country in Sonoma County, California.The county encompasses valley vineyards, more than 250 wineries, coastal villages, and upscale foodie towns, so we talked to the locals to figure out some of the hottest spots in Sonoma.
Disputing a Credit Card Charge
You may have heard the advice to always book travel using a credit card, so you can dispute the charge if necessary. But do you actually know how to dispute a charge?
Search and Rescue Continues After Coast Guard and Military Helicopter Collide, Communications Investigated
Investigators are focusing on communication between pilots and air traffic control after a U.S. Coast Guard transport plane and military helicopter collided mid-air Thursday night. Rescuers continue to search the waters off the coast of San Diego for the nine missing people who were aboard the aircraft. The clear morning weather and high visibility have [...]
Shenzhen Travel: Finding Culture in the New China
In part one of Finding Culture in New China, Sarika Chawla reported on her adventures in Guangzhou. In part two, she reports on how she found the unexpected in the bustling metropolis of Shenzhen. Now, here’s a surprising fact: the vast majority of Shenzhen residents are under 30 years old. As a result, you’re unlikely [...]
October 31, 2009: Santa Rosa, CA
This Saturday Peter is broadcasting his radio show from Santa Rosa in Sonoma County, CA. Featured guests include: Melissa Baldwin, managing editor for CruiseCritic.com, discussing what’s hot and what’s not in cruise trends for 2010; Duskie Estes and John Stewart, the chefs and owners of Zazu and Bovolo restaurants, sharing tips to help you eat [...]
How to Find Cheaper Holiday Airfare
The Thanksgiving holidays can be some of the busiest and most expensive days to fly—if you book on peak days. This morning, Peter shared his savings secrets with The Early Show’s Maggie Rodriguez on CBS. Find out how you can save money and avoid the frenzied hordes of travelers at the airport by booking your [...]
Avoiding Extra Charges at Hotels
As anyone who’s flown recently knows, it’s the little extra charges can really add up. Get tips on how to save when you stay, including how to avoid a hotel’s “double-dipping.” Plus, learn how to read the fine print on that room service bill to escape unnecessary charges. And step away from the minibar!
