Archive for October, 2011
Hidden Gems: Wales, Traveling Through Wales
Traveling through Wales is more than just getting from Point A to Point B, it’s an adventure in and of itself. Join Peter in our last installment of the Hidden Gems: Wales series, as he explores some of the unconventional ways to travel through the country. Whether manning a steam engine train or taking a [...]
Icarus Award: Crimes and Misdemeanors
Icarus nominees are never one to live within the law. Smuggling, fighting, stealing and groping are all common. Some of this week’s nominees committed real crimes, but others are pandering to press. Judge the real crimes from the publicity frenzy and vote for the worst offender in the poll below. And tell Peter about your [...]
Travel Tip: Travel Discounts for Students
Now that school is back in session, get your kids to break out their student ID card and use it for all their travel needs. There are more travel discounts for students than you may think. Student rush tickets are nothing new, but did you know that students can get discounts like 50 percent off advanced [...]
Where in the World is Peter Greenberg?
Harder to track down than Carmen Sandiego. More difficult to find than Waldo. He’s Peter Greenberg, and he’s never in one place for too long. Help us track down Peter’s whereabouts in our new feature, “Where in the World is Peter Greenberg.” Every week, we will supply you with a photo of Peter S. Greenberg [...]
Travel Deals: Spas, Safaris & 11-11-11 Specials
Fall travel thrives on diversity and spontaneity. This week, we have exclusive offers for spa luxury in St. Barts, 11-11-11 resort discounts, safari adventures throughout Africa, a breast cancer awareness package and more. Read on for complete information on these deals: Travel to the French West Indies this fall. Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France re-opens their [...]
Can ‘Aboriginal Tourism’ Be Authentic?
Aboriginal tourism is a double-edge sword. At best, travelers begin to understand a culture’s compelling and long history. At its worst, it’s exploitive and misinformed. Virtuous Traveler Leslie Garrett examines the full range of experiences from the superficial presentations of beads and feathers to a deeper understanding of another culture. The dancers wore loincloths, their [...]
Travel Tip: National Park Entrance Fees
National Park entrance fees can really add up, so it’s time to get creative and make the most out of the park’s annual passes, senior discounts and “fee-free” weekends (it’s recommend buying an annual pass). For $80, you can purchase an annual which gives entrance for yourself and three other visitors. This doesn’t even include [...]
Fall Travel Ideas and New Shoulder Season Bargains
We all know fall is shoulder season in the travel industry, but just what does that mean? Think empty plane seats and hotel deals at select locations in the U.S. and abroad. Editorial Director for Travelocity, Genevieve Shaw Brown talks with Peter about where to find travel bargains this shoulder season. Peter Greenberg: I’m in [...]
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