It’s the last day of February, but the shortest month of the year has proven to be one of the most eventful.

Check out this handy roundup of the top travel stories of the week, including the final updates from the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Peter’s take on all those passengers getting thrown off of planes.

Peter is broadcasting his latest radio show from the Ritz-Carlton Cancun in Mexico.

Long known as a party-centric destination, the Cancun area has evolved into so much more.

So we asked locals what they recommend for activities, restaurants and fun in the area.

Firefighters in New Hampshire battled a five-alarm fire last night that started at the Surf Hotel in Hampton Beach.

The blaze spread and tore through four more buildings before firefighters were able to bring it under control.

The Hampton Beach area draws a crowd every summer and tourism is an integral part of the region’s economy. Keep reading to find out more about the extent of the damage.

If your goal is to stay or get fit on the road, it helps when your hotel gets involved. Here are a few hotels that are going above and beyond the traditional workout room.

Cruises aren’t just about over-the-top activities and lavish accommodations. Educational-themed river cruises allow travelers to drift from town to town, soaking in the history and culture of the region.  

Dara Bramson investigates how education, both onboard and on shore, enhanced the travel experience while sailing Yangtze River in China.

It’s no secret that the state of the economy has led people to spend their money more selectively.

SeaWorld, Orlando whale trainer Dawn Brancheau was killed Wednesday after a 12,000-pound killer whale named Tilikum grabbed her and dragged her underwater.

What does the future have in store for Tilikum and the animal shows at SeaWorld?

Keep reading for more details.

On Saturday, February 27, 2010, Peter goes live from the Ritz-Carlton Cancun in Cancun, Mexico. Featured guests from the show include:

- Scott McCartney, travel editor for The Wall Street Journal, discussing new fees for standby fliers and which airline is the most efficient;

- Alberto Firscione Carrascosa, diver from Xalapa, Veracruz & Founder of Solo Buceo and Submarine Photographer, talking about what makes the waters of Cancun different from anywhere else and sharing tips on the best places to dive;

- Julia Dimon, co-host of National Geographic’s Word Travels and self-diagnosed travel junkie, exploring a bewitching place where travelers can go to fulfill their ritualistic needs, from taxidermy rabbits to love potions;

- Costas Christ, editor at large for National Geographic Traveler magazine, discussing new problems facing the Riviera Maya and the world’s second largest barrier reef;

You may have heard of the term agritourism, which has long been popular with budget travelers abroad. But if you’re planning a family getaway, a farm stay can be a great choice right here in the U.S.