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Radio Guests – Llangollen Pavilion, Llangollen, Wales – June 11, 2011

Locations in this article:  Rome, Italy

Have you ever wondered what life is like with the last name “Spaghetti?” Of course, you become an Italian food writer. Author Luca Spaghetti shares his journey with Peter.

And did you ever wish you could have the resources of a travel agent without having to hire one? Heather Leisman introduces the new features of JetSetter.com’s Travel Agent 2.0.

Plus, we’ve got an insider’s look at the history and culture of Wales, from the annual music festival to the unique language to medieval architecture and the path of the Holy Grail.

On Saturday, June 11, 2011, Peter Greenberg Worldwide broadcasts from the Llangollen Pavilion in Llangollen, Wales.

Featured guests include:

Scott McCartney, travel editor for The Wall Street Journal, talking about Southwest’s fare increases and what is spurring recent fights between passengers;

Catrin Finch, the former harpist to the Prince of Wales, sharing her experiences reviving this ancient position last held in 1873 and performing around the world;

Genevieve Shaw Brown, senior editor for Travelocity, discussing new trends in online travel and this summer’s hot destinations;

Jonathon Haddy, Mayor of Llangollen, describing the local community, the historic scenery of Wales, and hidden gems that can’t be missed;

Gethin Davies, secretary for the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, highlighting the history and attractions of the annual music festival and the town of Llangollen;

Luca Spaghetti, author of Un Amico Italian: Eat, Pray, Love in Rome, detailing the allure of Rome, his friendship with Eat, Pray, Love author Elizabeth Gilbert, and what it’s like to go through life with “Spaghetti” as a last name;

Simon Wright, restaurateur in Wales, sharing his experience owning a local pub, Welsh culinary staples, and what foods travelers shouldn’t miss;

Paul Brady, associate editor for AOL Travel, exploring recent hotel trends and new budget-friendly establishments;

John Rowlands, emeritus professor at the University of Wales, offering a local’s perspective on the history and language of Wales including how to pronounce the longest word in their language: Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwrndrobwyll-llantisiliogogogoch;

Heather Leisman, vice president of partner development at JetSetter.com, giving information about Travel Agent 2.0, Jetsetter’s new personal travel planning program;

Fiona Gale, Denbighshire County Archaeologist, sharing the medieval history of Wales and its link to the Holy Grail.

As always, Peter will be taking your calls and answering your travel problems on the air! Call in with your travel questions at 1-888-88-PETER (1-888-887-3837) or email peter@petergreenberg.com. (Write “ASK PETER” in the subject line.)

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