Travel Today With Peter Greenberg

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Mandarin Oriental, Miami in Miami, Florida. Joining Peter is Jen Karetnick, Author of The 500 Hidden Secrets of Miami, as she gives us her list of favorite lesser-known spots around Miami and the not-to-miss locations for this summer, including the Venetian Pool. Mandarin Executive Chef Mark McDonnell on the secrets of Peruvian cuisine in Miami and what the kitchen’s ORCA machine actually does. Plus, Laine Doss, Food and Drink Editor for Miami New Times , with a real-time report on the food explosion that has occurred in Miami in the last 10 years. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Mandarin Oriental, Miami in Miami, Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Panama City Beach, Florida. Mayor Mike Thomas updates the condition of his city and the relief efforts five months after it was hit by Hurricane Michael. The good news: the beach is back. Local CBS News Anchor, Paris Janos, on the intense connection between a natural disaster and tourism, and how one storm brought the community together. Musician Barry Fish stops by to perform; Captain Brian Robinson with an update on the return of sea life and the unexpected treasures unearthed below the surface of the water by the storm, and how they will soon sink the El Dorado, a former casino boat to create the newest artificial reef. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Panama City Beach, Florida.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Hotel Alessandra in downtown Houston, Texas. Joining Peter is William T. Harris, President and CEO of Space Center Houston, who talks about celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and dispels the misconceptions and reveals Neil Armstrong’s real experience when he stepped on the moon’s surface. Then, Jim D. Hornfischer, Author of Ship of Ghosts: The Story of the USS Houston, tells the riveting story of the doomed ship: her history, tragic demise and how she’s remembered today. Plus, Jim Parsons, Programs Director at Preservation Houston, on why Houston is “a new invention,” how it has evolved in the last few decades and the city’s extensive — and surprising — open green spaces. And, David Bomford, Curator of The Museum of Fine Arts Houston reveals more about the largest Vincent van Gogh exhibit in North America. All this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Hotel Alessandra in Houston, Texas. Learn more abou

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg broadcasts from the new Source Hotel + Marketplace in the newly developed RiNo (River North) area of Denver, Colorado. Joining the show is Colorado Governor Jared Polis, who speaks about everything from the Denver International Airport to tourism’s real impact on the economy and everything else ranging from job creation to microbreweries. Speaking of job creation, Ed Sealover of the Denver Business Journal, shares an update now that Colorado has legalized marijuana. Patricia Calhoun, Editor and Co-Founder of Westword, on the RiNo art district.  And Musician/Singer/Songwriter Sarah Slaton stops by for a special performance. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Source Hotel + Marketplace in Denver, Colorado.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Forbes Travel Guide Luxury Summit at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Joining the show are some of the living legends in the travel and hospitality business (and Forbes five-star winners). Peter Borer, Chief Operating Officer of Peninsula Hotels, on his company’s historic win — each of the 10 Peninsula hotels around the world have received a five-star Forbes rating — the first that any hotel group has accomplished. Sheila Johnson, Co-Founder of BET and the owner of the Salamander Resorts on her personal quest for five stars, the struggle to build new hotels, and the disconnect between luxury hotels and…dress codes. Horst Schulze, the Co-Founder of Ritz Carlton, speaks about the history of luxury and how to maintain the standards. Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide, reveals the changing metrics of hotel inspections, the 900 rigorous standards behind them, and the real world of undercover hotel inspectors. There’s all this an

This week’s Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the brand new Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. The resort celebrates its grand opening a week from today, and is part of the growing Marriott family in Colorado, including the Ritz Carlton and the iconic Brown Palace. Joining Peter, Brian Hostetler, from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, on the true definition of an interactive, hands-on museum. Captain Greg Pixley of the Denver Fire Department speaks about how new hotels, such as the Gaylord, stay up to code and the precautions it takes to ensure guest safety. Angelica Daneo, Chief Curator of the Denver Art Museum, details how the museum serves a large community and its responsibility of addressing the interests of a diverse audience.All  this and more as this week’s Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg  focuses on some chronic problems in the travel industry, and our experts weigh in on some common sense solutions. Joining Peter is The Wall Street Journal’s Scott McCartney on the aftermath of the government shutdown. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, on why (or if) major hotel chains don’t lie and Costas Christ, Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, on the true meaning of sustainable tourism along with Fly Guy Columnist for USA Today George Hobica. Then, Anne and Mike Howard, Founders of HoneyTrek and Authors of National Geographic’s Ultimate Journeys for Two, discuss their seven-year honeymoon and sharing real experiences together and Ian McAllister, Director of Great Bear Rainforest, talks about the three years it took to make the film and the region's 'spirit bear.' There’s all this and more on this week’s Eye on Travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Amanyara (which translates to “peaceful place”) in Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos, one of the world’s signature luxury island resorts, located in a 5,000-acre nature preserve. David Bowen, Turks and Caicos Director of Culture, joins the program to talk about the history of the Turks and Caicos as a British territory. Turks and Caicos news anchor Nadidja Parker on her secrets of the 40 islands. Amy Avenant, from the Department of Environment & Coastal Resources, expands on the untouched nature and protected areas of Turks and Caicos and the challenges that come with preserving, regulating and educating people about the region. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Amanyara in Turks and Caicos.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Joining the show is the Honorable Edmund Bartlett, CD, MP, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica and Founder, who talks about the launch of the new Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre. Taleb Rifai, former Secretary General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization speaks about the world of disruption and the flow of information that can affect travel. James Shillinglaw, Founder and Editor-in-Chief for Insider Travel Report, discusses how the sheer economic power of travel was able to get the government shutdown reversed. Gay Myers, Caribbean Editor for Travel Weekly, reports on the recovery of the Caribbean islands after the hurricanes. And what it means to visit Cuba now —legally— under the new rules of President Trump’s administration. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Montego Bay, Jamaica. L

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Omni San Diego Hotel in San Diego, California. Joining Peter is Colin Stowell, Fire Chief for San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, on California’s recent wildfires and responding to emergencies in a community that comprises 550 miles. Troy Johnson, Editor-at-large for San Diego Magazine, on the changing nature of restaurant design, the boom in Din Tai Fung places and whether or not the custom of tipping will survive at many restaurants. We’ll discuss well-known attractions, like the San Diego Zoo — the zoo’s Rick Schwartz talks about its mission to educate visitors and how it has designed its exhibits and the accessibility to animals to inspire us to think about — and act on — climate change and conservation. Plus Maritime Historian Peter Knego, on his huge (and growing) collection of artifacts and historical pieces he’s collected from shipyards around the world. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Omni San Dieg

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Peninsula Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills, California. Joining Peter is Phil Savenick, President of the Beverly Hills Historical Society, who talks about the surprising beginnings of Beverly Hills (yes, the legends and unlikely events include cowboys and Indians). And Julian Gold, the Mayor of Beverly Hills, talks population growth, development and change in his charmed and high-end enclave. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Peninsula Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills, California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the luxury Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. Joining Peter is Khadija Patel, Editor-in-Chief of the Mail & Guardian, on the history and some myths of South Africa, which still plague the nation. Then, Wayde Davy, Deputy Director at Apartheid Museum, on the era of segregation and the essential process of reconciliation in South African society. And Laurice Taitz, Journalist, Publisher and Editor of Johannesburg in Your Pocket city guide, explains Johannesburg versus Cape Town by using the analogy of a dating app. There’s all this and more as Eye on Travel  broadcasts from the Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from one of the most remote locations on the planet–St Helena Island. Deep in the middle of nowhere in the South Atlantic Ocean, this is a place that’s hard to get to, but you definitely want to be there. St Helena has a fascinating history–the second British colony and where Napolean was exiled in 1815 (also where he died). Joining the program is Adam Sizeland, Curator of the Museum of St Helena, who shares the interesting history of the island, which was discovered by accident and kept secret for decades. Jeremy Harris, Director of the St Helena National Trust, explains why St Helena isn’t a mass market destination, and why that’s a good idea. Then, resident journalist Emma Weaver talks about the biodiversity of the island and why it’s a perfect case study of disconnection. And Craig Yon, co-owner of the Blue Lantern and dive master, confirms Peter’s big fish story about their trip around the island and how many tuna they caught…There’s all this and more as

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg looks back–and forward–with a special year ender show–featuring some of our greatest hits and favorite guests. We look back at the year as Patrick Smith, Author of Cockpit Confidential, talks about the first fatality in the history of Southwest Airlines. Simon Calder, Senior Travel Editor at The Independent, on the aftermath of the FIFA World Cup in Russia; Felicity Aston, Author and the first woman to ski across Antarctica alone, tells the story of when she went down to the South Pole for the first time and how she decided to ski across the ice-capped continent by herself. There’s all this and more on Travel Today with Peter Greenberg, as Peter looks back at 2018 and wishes you a happy, or at the very least, happier new year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Westin Hotel in Long Beach, California. From the Queen Mary, Commodore Everette Hoard talks about the enduring popularity of the ship and how it has become the symbol of its Long Beach community. And Dr. Jerry Schubel, President & CEO of the Aquarium of the Pacific, talks about the challenges of sustainability and dangers of climate change as well as how the aquarium plans its interactive, special exhibits and its latest expansion. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Westin Hotel in Long Beach, California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from on board the brand new Celebrity Edge sailing into Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Joining Peter is Richard Fain, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Caribbean Cruises. Then, Gene Sloan, Cruise Editor at USA Today, explains why Celebrity Edge might be a game changer in terms of marine architecture, design, and function. Also joining is Coleen McDaniel from CruiseCritic.com And Johnny Jet stops by with news of some little-known but must-have travel websites. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the new Celebrity Edge.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Today Travel with Peter Greenberg comes from the banks of the Nile, from the Conrad Hotel in Cairo, Egypt. Joining Peter is Dr. Tarek Tawfik, Director of the new Grand Egyptian Museum (opening in 2020), who also gives us some insight into the artifacts that have never been displayed before. Then Rania Al-Mashat, the first female Minister of Tourism in Egypt, on her challenges (and campaign) to fight what she considers long standing and false perceptions about her country. Sean David Hobbs, Senior Editor at The Cairo Review of Global Affairs, discusses his experience living through the tail-end of the Arab Spring and the changes it brought to Cairo. And Helmy Elsaeed, Guinness World Record Cyclist, on his record-winning experience cycling across Europe and why–and how–he walked all the way from Egypt’s city of Aswan to Cairo. There’s all this and more as Today Travel with Peter Greenberg comes from the Conrad in Cairo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the legendary Savoy Hotel in London. Joining Peter is Trisha Andres, from The Daily Telegraph with her tips for solo travelers and her predictions on the trendiest destinations for 2019. Christopher Wood, of Flying Disabled, discusses the reasons behind the airline industry’s pushback on providing flyers with disabilities better accessibility on planes, as well as new innovation and design that would allow people to fly in their own wheelchairs. Hannah Robinson, author of Secret London: Unusual Bars and Restaurants, reports on the real hidden gems of the London culinary scene. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Savoy Hotel in London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Naples, Florida. Joining the program is Pete DiMaria, Fire Chief of Naples Fire-Rescue Department, on hurricanes, Florida and emergency response. And Jack Mulvena, President and CEO of Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, with a more interactive approach to operating the zoo experience and how Naples Zoo brings its visitors as close to the animals as possible. Plus, Karen Bartlett, Photojournalist and Author of A (Mostly) Kids’ Guide to Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, explains why her book is popular–even for adults who don’t have kids. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Naples, Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Barbados and the Port Ferdinand Resort. We’ll talk about the history of Barbados, ranging from George Washington to the Concorde, from sugar to rum, with historian Dr. Karl Watson. We’ll discuss Barbados’ explosion in street food with journalist David Ellis, and there’s Sir Paul Altman on the surprising story of one of the oldest synagogues in the world. And even Alison Hinds, the queen of “Soca” music, stops by to perform. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Port Ferdinand Resort in Barbados. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices