Archive for November, 2009
Car Rental Survey Says: Satisfaction Steady
After two consecutive years of declining customer satisfaction, the car-rental industry as a whole leveled out in 2009, according to the annual customer satisfaction survey from J.D. Power and Associates. Keep reading to find out which rental car company topped the list, and which companies you may want to avoid …
Airline Mergers and the World’s Largest Cruise Ship
The merger—or the absorption, if you will—of Iberia by British Airways is big news. It means that in the global marketplace, you’ll be seeing the first of many mergers and acquisitions. Flag carriers may become a thing in the past. And when you think about, what is a flag carrier? It’s ego. At one point, [...]
Bargain Shopping in Europe: Madrid, Spain
While shopping maven Suzy Gershman tipples her way through Napa wines, she set a shopping challenge for her partner-in-crime, Sarah Lahey: visit three countries in five days to see what bargains she could uncover without compromising style or experience. Dear Peter, I’m often told that I have the best job in the world as Editorial [...]
Peter on Extra: Airplane Infection Horror Stories
It’s no secret that most airlines aren’t going to be winning any awards for cleanliness. But one woman’s story on Extra might really make you think. So how dirty are airplanes? And what can you do to protect yourself? Find out in this clip:
Swine Flu & Travel
After the buzz about swine flu last spring, it’s no wonder that travelers are concerned about resurgence. But guess what? We maintained it was OK to travel then, and the same thing is true now … with the proper precautions.
Free Wi-Fi for Travelers Spreads, But Remains a Holiday “Gift”
Forget Furby or Tickle Me Elmo—the trendy holiday gift this season is free Wi-Fi. Delta Air Lines is teaming up with eBay to provide free wireless on more than 250 of its domestic aircraft from November 24-30. Keep reading to find out how you can find a flight and airport with free Wi-Fi this holiday [...]
Holiday Deals and Steals on CNN’s Your Bottom Line
Although prices are going up, it’s not too late to find travel deals this holiday season! Peter appeared on CNN’s Your Bottom Line this weekend to share some steals and deals this holiday season. As you may have heard, Peter’s philosophy is that Thanksgiving is the obligatory dysfunctional family get-together, and traveling on the Wednesday [...]
UW-Madison, Badger Athletics & Frequent-Flier Pet Peeves – Hour 1 – PGW Radio
Peter returns to his alma mater, the University of Wisconsin – Madison, just in time for the big game against Michigan. On Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, he was live from Camp Randall Stadium as the Badgers and the Wolverines faced off. Featured guests from the first hour of the show include: Scott McCartney, “The Middle [...]
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