The Statue of Liberty is among the most recognizable icons in the world, welcoming millions of future Americans en route to Ellis Island since its dedication in 1886.

But since New York City was attacked on September 11, 2001, Lady Liberty’s crown has been closed to visitors.

Starting July 4, 2009, just in time for America’s 233rd birthday, the Statue of Liberty will once again welcome travelers to the top of its commanding heights.

Is it an abundance of caution, or an abundance of panic and fear?

An epidemic or an “infodemic?”

What constitutes responsible action at a time when fear prevails?

And is the action responsible in context of prudent preventive medical practices?

Peter appeared on Today on New Year’s Day to share some of his top travel resolutions for 2009.

From Wi-Fi in the sky to train travel, read on to find out what’s hot in travel this coming year.

Well, if your baby left you, why not find a new place to dwell … at an artbreak hotel?

That’s right, Peter appeared on the Today show to talk about hotels that showcase great works of art, from the lobbies to the bathrooms.

And in some hotels, you can even buy the pieces right off the walls (or in one case, right out of a vending machine)!

Peter was on the Today show on Christmas Eve, talking about some of the incredible “dead week” deals that can be found … right now!

Just after Thanksgiving and after New Year’s Day, when nobody is traveling, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and even airlines drop their prices to entice travelers.

So now is the time to jump on these great deals.

In today’s tough economy, there’s one silver lining: travel deals.

As hotels, resorts, airlines, and cruise lines compete for your travel dollars, they’re dropping rates like never before.

And then there is what is known in the travel industry as the “Dead Week.” That’s the week after New Year’s Day when nobody is traveling, and rates drop even lower.

Peter was on the Today show talking about some of these great deals, and we have even more for you below.

Still haven’t gotten quite enough gifts for your family and friends for the upcoming holidays? Or looking to make some last-minute suggestions?

This morning on Today, Peter showed Ann Curry an array of gadgets designed for travelers.

So check out these innovative ideas for travel gadget gifts.

This morning, Peter chatted with Today’s Kathie Lee and Hoda about great holiday travel deals.

As Peter tells them, the upside of the down economy is that it’s a total buyer’s market for travel.

Translation: some great deals on travel for you.