Archive for May, 2011
Travel Tip: Ways To Give Back When You Travel
If you want to make a difference while you travel, there are resources out there to help make that happen. And surprisingly, they don’t require a whole lot of effort on your part. One great example of a simple, easy way to help is the Web site PackforaPurpose.org. It invites travelers to pack necessary supplies for [...]
Groupon, LivingSocial, Yipit And More: Group Buying Sites For Travel
These days, there’s a glut of group-coupon sites on the market, so how can you know which ones are best for travel? Peter Greenberg and SmarterTravel.com’s Executive Editor Anne Banas discuss new ways to find a travel deal and how to know you’ve found a real bargain. Peter Greenberg: How is Groupon is doing with [...]
Mexico City Markets: Locals’ Picks For Foodies, Power Shoppers, Art Lovers And More
As we always say, one of the best ways to explore a place is to mingle with the locals at the market, and that’s especially true in a dynamic destination like Mexico City. Locals Leigh Thelmadatter and Alejandro Linares Garcia share their insider market guide to Mexico City. “I went from market to market for [...]
Despite Rising Gas Prices, More Americans Planning Memorial Day Travel
Gas prices may be on the rise, but that’s not going to deter summer travelers. Gas is estimated to hit $4.25 a gallon nationally by Memorial Day this year, a drastic increase from last year’s average of $2.78 a gallon. AAA’s annual Memorial Day travel forecast projects 34.9 million Americans will travel 50 miles or [...]
Radio Guests – Aria Resort And Casino, CityCenter, Las Vegas, Nevada – May 21, 2011
What do the top industry executives have to say about the state of travel today? Peter will reveal how these travel experts make decisions that affect you as he broadcasts his radio show from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) global forum for business leaders. Tune in Saturday, May 21, for Peter Greenberg Worldwide [...]
Travel Tip: Drowsy Driving
It’s common sense not to get behind a wheel when you’re exhausted, but did you know that driving when you’re a little drowsy can be just as dangerous? It’s a no-brainer that sleep-related driving accidents tend to happen in the middle of the night. But get this: sleep-related accidents also peak in mid-afternoon. Our circadian [...]
The Most Annoying Travelers In The World
Peter Greenberg and San Francisco Chronicle Travel Editor Spud Hilton play the “What’s Worse” game. From the hyper kid to gate lice, the travel experts explore all the common nuisances only to discover that they just might be the worst offenders. Peter Greenberg: I love your newspaper feature where you ask: What’s worse, X or [...]
Amtrak: American Embarrassment And Cause Of Airport Overcrowding
Last week marked the 40th anniversary of Amtrak, and Peter has some things to say about our national rail system. Read on for the Travel Detective’s take on Amtrak and what needs to happen if it’s going to survive. It’s hard to believe we’re marking the 40th anniversary of Amtrak. What are we celebrating? Are [...]
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