Peter’s radio show is coming to us from The Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek Hotel in Florida.

With such easy access to the theme parks, it’s understandable that visitors might spend an inordinate amount of time with a certain mouse.

But we wanted to find out where Orlando’s locals like to go. Keep reading to learn more.

Despite its reputation, spring break isn’t solely the domain of rowdy college kids searching for their next tequila shot.

Spring break is also prime vacation time for families, couples and those simply looking to get away for a while.

We tracked down alternate destinations and experiences for those looking to avoid the crowds without giving up the fun.

1. Skip beer pong, try Bourbon

The holidays are long over and we’ve rounded the Valentine’s Day corner, but Mother Nature refuses to recognize that spring is near, March may seem like a dreary month.

But there are many unexpected ways to have fun this month, if you know where to look.

Check out some offbeat and special events that only take place in March and start celebrating.

SeaWorld, Orlando whale trainer Dawn Brancheau was killed Wednesday after a 12,000-pound killer whale named Tilikum grabbed her and dragged her underwater.

What does the future have in store for Tilikum and the animal shows at SeaWorld?

Keep reading for more details.

Traveling with kids is a big enough challenge for most parents, but what if you’re planning a trip of a lifetime to faraway China?

Guest blogger Dana Rebmann of family travel site Ciao Bambino weighs in with her tips on how to prepare kids for long-distance travel.

My kids are travelers. I’m lucky and I appreciate it. But it didn’t just happen that way.

The island of Phuket, Thailand has long been known as a great destination for beachgoers, but these days there’s a lot more than just surf and sand.

Read on to find out how Suzy Gershman’s partner-in-crime, Sarah Lahey, took on Phuket for some family fun and, of course, lots of shopping.

Dear Peter,
I’ve never been much of a beach person, but since I was headed to Thailand to research our new Born to Shop Bangkok & Beyond travel guide, I invited my sun-loving husband and daughters to join me in Phuket (say Poo-ket) for a few days.

A man is suing British Airways because he feels one of its policies unfairly brands men as sexual predators.

According to the policy, male passengers are required to relocate to another seat if they are sitting next to children they do not know, even if the parents are on the flight. The plane will not take off unless the man agrees to move.

Is this rule an important step to protect children, or does it insult and embarrass innocent passengers?

Sometimes circumstances mean a child has to fly without an adult. But how you can make sure your kids end up in the right place, safe and sound?