Archive for July, 2011
Bangkok Markets, Shopping & Thai Travel Tips: Suzy Gershman’s BKK Postcard
World traveler and shopper extraordinaire Suzy Gershman returns to the markets of Bangkok, Thailand. In between shopping adventures, she shares the off-season hotel and restaurant deals available to those willing to brave the summer heat. Dear Peter, Summer is a great time to visit Asia. Yes, it’s hot and humid just like at home, but [...]
Travel Tip: Steam Trains
Before diesel engines took over in the 1950s, trains were powered by steam. As any rail enthusiast will tell you, this is the way to re-live the golden age of train travel. The Niles Canyon Railway dates back to 1862 with the formation of the first Western Pacific Railroad Company. Its collection includes lumber and [...]
Weekly International Travel News Roundup
It’s been another busy week in travel, with American Airlines making headlines with the largest aircraft order in aviation history and Delta Air Lines cutting service to 24 cities. Find out what these decisions mean for air travelers in our latest travel news roundup. And for those looking for some travel inspiration, don’t miss our [...]
Icarus Award: No Pants, No Groping, No Entertainment, No Snoring, No Nazis
Drumroll, please. It’s time to announce the first winner of the PeterGreenberg.com Icarus Award. While voting was split between a variety of worthy contestants, our executive committee convened and declared JetBlue our first Icarus winner. Yes, JetBlue’s “carmageddon” flight stunt was a brilliant PR move—flying Southern Californians between Burbank and Long Beach for $4 during [...]
Hidden Gems: Sheep & Cape Kidnappers, New Zealand
The official animal of New Zealand may be the kiwi bird, but many think of it as the country of sheep. Well, the old legend is true: There are more sheep than people in the country. In fact, there are about 10 sheep for every person in New Zealand! While the sheep may seem ubiquitous, [...]
Travel Tip: Free Trolley And Bus Tours
Don’t get stuck paying for expensive taxis when there’s a free option to get you from point A to point B. Several cities offer free trolley services that connect the major points that you need. The Charlottesville trolley operates seven days a week from Downtown Transit Station between Downtown Charlottesville, the University of Virginia, and [...]
Radio Guests – Hilton Hawaiian Village – July 23, 2011
Hawaii is famous for world-class surfing, but you don’t have to be a pro to stand up on a board after just a 15-minute lesson. Surf instructor and owner of Hawaii Hot Spots Surf School, Errol Kane, reveals how anyone, regardless of age and ability, can learn how to surf. Doug Ewalt, co-founder of Hawaii [...]
Exploring Machu Picchu and Peruvian Amazon Cruises
Sometimes, a great adventure begins by finding something new. Other times, it comes from following the footsteps of history’s greatest adventurers. Melinda Newman heads to the Peruvian Amazon on the eve of the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Machu Picchu and finds hidden rewards on and off Hiram Bingham’s historic path. Peru may be [...]
COMMENTS