Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio is coming to you from The Hilton Resort, Huntington Beach, California. With more than 8.5 miles of uninterrupted beaches, “Surf City, USA,” represents the quintessential laid-back, Southern California beach community.

Learn more on Peter’s radio show this weekend, and check back on Monday for the podcast.

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Featured guests include:

Anne Banas, executive editor for SmarterTravel.com, who reveals the results from Smarter Travel’s recent Readers Choice Awards. Find out which airline was voted to have the dirtiest cabins, which airlines are considered to be the worst gougers, and which airlines offer the best frequent-flier values in the industry.

Dean Torrence, co-founder/lead singer of Jan & Dean Rock & Roll Surf Duo, the hit rock ‘n’ roll duo that made waves from the late 1950s through the mid-1960s. Dean shares his memories of putting “Surf City” on the map and how beach culture became so ingrained in American music.

Andrew Harper, founder of the infamous “Hideaway Report,” won’t reveal his true identity, but this gentleman traveler talks about his experiences reviewing unique luxury hotels while incognito. Find out which hotels top his list, get the latest gossip from the road, and find out what all travelers should expect from the hospitality industry;

Robert Reid, U.S. Travel Editor for Lonely Planet, talks about how to truly explore a destination like a local, and shares insider tips from the highly anticipated new coffee table book, USA Book: A Journey Through America, featuring more than 400 full-color photographs showcasing each state’s unique personality;

Mayor Keith Bohr, a long-time Huntington Beach resident, discusses his vision for the city, especially in terms of tourism and transportation, and how the locals, arts and businesses work together to shape this unique beach community;

Julie Johnsson, reporter for the Chicago Tribune, calls in to explain why U.S. airlines expect to reap millions when Continental Airlines joins the Star Alliance, and how this partnership will affect travelers, both good and bad;

Chris Epting, Huntington Beach cultural historian, newspaper columnist, and author of 16 travel and history books, including Huntington Beach Then & Now, explains how this agricultural town evolved into an enviable surf and beach destination;

Catharine Hamm, travel editor for the Los Angeles Times, sharing her favorite spots in Huntington Beach, including the best places to grab a burger, some of the best beaches, how the area has changed over the years;

Courtney Conlogue, 17-year-old women’s champion of the U.S. Open of Surfing, recalling the titles she’s collected over her short but incredible career (she started at age 12), her favorite places to surf around Huntington Beach, and where beginners can start without being intimated;

Gary Sahagen, founder of the International Surf Museum, Board of Directors, and head of the Huntington Beach Longboard Crew, explains why surfing is synonymous with this area, shares lesser-known paces to get great waves, and talks about what visitors can do even if they don’t surf.