Archive for October, 2010
Kid-Friendly Educational Travel Experiences
Kid-Friendly Educational Travel Experiences Now that school is back in session, it may seem that traveling with the kids is out of the question. But with instructive experiences taking place around the world, families can hit the road while still making education the first priority. In part one of her three-part series, Diane Panosian [...]
Travel Tip: Star-Gazing Parties & Astronomy Vacations
Travel Tip: Star-Gazing Parties & Astronomy Vacations Whether you’re a real space nut or simply enjoy a good view, star-gazing gatherings are happening all across the country. So here’s how you can join the party. The Coca-Cola Space Science Center has nothing to do with the soft drink. Instead, guests can participate in free [...]
Radio Guests – Madison, Wisconsin – Oct. 9, 2010
Radio Guests – Madison, Wisconsin – Oct. 9, 2010 On Saturday, October 9, Peter will broadcast his radio show from the Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. Call in with your travel questions at 1-888-88-PETER ( 1-888-887-3837 ) or email peter@petergreenberg.com. (Write “ASK PETER” in the subject line.) Featured guests include: – Governor Jim Doyle, [...]
Major Airlines Announce Revenue-Sharing Alliances
Major Airlines Announce Revenue-Sharing Alliances Major airlines in the United States, Canada and Japan announced their plans to participate in joint ventures and coordinate operations on Thursday. This morning Air Canada and United Continental Holdings announced that the airlines would start a revenue-sharing joint venture for flights between the United States and Canada. The deal, [...]
Great Gadgets for Road Trips: GPS, Phones & Satellite Radio
Great Gadgets for Road Trips: GPS, Phones & Satellite Radio Before embarking on a 3,500-mile road trip, it goes without saying that a gadget guru would stock up on plenty of accessories and toys to test out along the way. Phil Baker reports in… My wife and I set out on a 3,500-mile driving [...]
Travel Tip: Free Urban Biking Adventures
Travel Tip: Free Urban Biking Adventures Whether you’re a cycling fanatic or a total beginner, there are free experiences in cities around the country. And the good news is, even out-of-towners are invited for the ride. There are online resources to find biking groups all over the country. Check out the Web site Meetup.com—all [...]
France Becomes Latest To Issue Travel Warning As European Tourism Falls
France Becomes Latest To Issue Travel Warning As European Tourism Falls France has joined the mass of countries issuing travel alerts after the uncovering of a terrorist plot targeting European cities last week. On Wednesday, the French Foreign Ministry warned French travelers about the high likelihood of a terrorist attack in the United Kingdom. [...]
What Airline Consolidation and the AirTran-Southwest Merger Mean For Travelers
What Airline Consolidation and the AirTran-Southwest Merger Mean For Travelers The merger of two low-cost airlines has a lot of people, including industry experts and frequent fliers, scratching their heads. What could the acquisition of AirTran by Southwest mean for travelers? Peter recently chatted with Scott McCartney, “The Middle Seat” columnist for The Wall [...]
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