Archive for Category: "Europe"
The Legal ABCs of the Costa Concordia Shipwreck
As the rescue and the recovery efforts for the Costa Concordia come to a close, the legal implications are just beginning. Legal contributor Nicole Coward breaks down all the “legalese” you need to know to understand this case. As details surrounding last month’s Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster emerge, several questions remain: who is responsible, how [...]
Radio Guest List, Hotel Imperial Vienna, January 28, 2012
What is the potential impact of a merger with American Airlines? Why is Vienna considered one of the undersung wine and food regions in Europe? Find out all this and more on Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio, broadcasting from the Hotel Imperial Vienna. Just click here to listen to the show streaming live from 10am until 1pm EST. [...]
Voluntourism Spotlight: Restore French Castles
Each Thursday we highlight an new experience from our extensive listings of volunteer travel (a.k.a voluntourism) opportunities. Check back each week for a new voluntourism spotlight and tune into Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio this weekend to hear even more about this opportunity. If you want to preserve France’s history and architecture, then La Sabranenque, a non-profit [...]
The Travel Detective: Beyond the Headlines of the Costa Concordia Disaster
The tragedy of the Costa Concordia is dominating the headlines. We know the facts, but what does this incident mean? The Travel Detective breaks down what’s to come for the cruise industry and its passengers. On Friday evening January 13, the 4,200-passenger Costa Concordia ran aground and capsized off the coast of Giglio. As of [...]
Slideshow: Historic Travel in 2012
We all know that the Mayans predicted that the world would end in 2012, but that’s not the only historic event scheduled to take place this year. Lauren Herstik counts down this year’s big anniversaries and related travel opportunities. For more information, check out: Travel Tip: War of 1812 Events [...]
Peter Greenberg’s Top 8 Destinations for 2012
It’s the start of the year so tourism officials around the world are pushing hard to become the next big destination. Don’t be swayed by glossy brochures and snazzy websites. Instead find out where you can find real value and memorable experiences. Peter’s top 8 destinations for 2012 include countries that are opening up to [...]
Five for Families: Kid-Friendly Activities and Hotels in Barcelona
If your family can’t agree on whether to do a city or resort vacation, then Barcelona is the destination for you. Correspondent Emily Goldfischer just returned from this northeastern Spanish city, part of the region known as Catalonia, and suggests five not-to-miss activities to do with your kids alongside family-friendly accommodations. Barcelona is more than [...]
Window Seat or Aisle Seat: Celebrating a Twenty-First Birthday as a Family
Turning 21 is an unforgettable milestone, but should parents and children celebrate together? Most 21st birthdays involve drinking and gambling―could a parent’s presence allow for more responsible fun? Family travel correspondent Kerri Zane investigates appropriate ways for a parent to share the celebration with their adult child. Turning twenty-one! It’s a seminal moment and a [...]
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