Travel Today With Peter Greenberg

This week’s episode of the Eye on Travel Podcast comes to you from the Ontario International Airport in Ontario, California — the fastest growing airport in the U.S. And, just a few years ago, Ontario was just about forgotten. We’ll talk all things airports and airlines. Alan Wapner, Council Member at the Ontario City Council, talks with Peter about the relationship between LAX and Ontario International Airport. Mark Thorpe, CEO of the Ontario International Airport Authority, gives insight into the Los Angeles airport systems. Any plane that can land at LAX can land at ONT. There’s all of this and more as the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Ontario International Airport.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Canyon Ranch in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Richard Carmona, 17th Surgeon General of the United States and Chief of Health Innovations at Canyon Ranch, with his take on the virus as well as a global view on health and wellness. We’ll have a report on travel and sleeping (or lack of it) from Dr. Stephen Brewer, Canyon Ranch Medical Director. And Julie Sasse, Chief Curator at the Tucson Museum of Art, joins us to speak about minimalism and regional art brought to the forefront by Elaine Horwitch and the legendary “Horwitch” years. There’s all this and more as the Eye on Travel Podcast  broadcasts from the Canyon Ranch Tucson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s episode of the Eye on Travel Podcast comes to you from the Marriott Resort on the island of Saint Kitts. Joining Peter this week is Loushan Dickson, Senior News Reporter for St. Kitts Nevis Observer, talks about the surprising history of the island including Alexander Hamilton’s childhood home. Victoria O’Flaherty, from the National Archives, explains the evolution of a fascinating oral history of Saint Kitts, complete with never before told tales about sugar and slavery. There’s all this and more as the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Marriott Resort on Saint Kitts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Hotel Republic in San Diego, California. What’s one of the most visited attractions in America? The answer might surprise you. It’s the USS Midway, permanently berthed in San Diego. And Scott McGaugh shares the enduring history of the ship. With wildfires still ravaging Australia, Rick Schwartz from the San Diego Zoo reports on what the zoo has been doing on the ground for endangered animals from the fires. And we welcome back Tommy Gomes, 5th-Generation Commercial Fisherman. Before your next restaurant experience, Gomes gives us the real definition of sustainability as well as what to know about uninspected fish that finds its way to restaurants and grocery stores around the U.S. — and the real definition of “fresh fish”. There’s all that and more as the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Hotel Republic in San Diego, California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes to you from the oldest operating cruise ship in the world, the MV Astoria, right now in the middle of La Paz in Mexico. At 72 years old, the MV Astoria has had 15 names, nine owners and was involved in one of the worst maritime disasters in U.S. history — the sinking of the famed Italian liner Andrea Doria in 1956. This is a vessel with intrigue, mystery, and an often surprising — and fascinating — history. Joining Peter this week is Maritime historian Peter Knego, as he gives an extensive history of the MV Astoria, the horrific crash of 1956, and crazy stories that still remain within her. Also on board: Don Lynch, Chief Historian from the Titanic Historical Society, on the strange connections between the Titanic and the Astoria. There’s all this and more as  Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the oldest operating cruise ship in the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not

This week’s episode of the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from the Puntacana Resort & Club in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Joining Peter on this week’s show is Jake Kheel, who explains the work by Grupo Puntacana to not only preserve but rebuild the country’s coral reef system, and a remarkable but true story of why you should thank the Parrotfish for the white, sandy beaches in the Dominican Republic. Cruise Critic Managing Editor Chris Gray Faust reports on a new parade of cruise ships entering the market (how, why and where) — and why the cruise lines are building/developing their own islands in the Caribbean. Margarita González-Auffant, Director of the Alcázar de Colón Viceregal Museum in Santo Domingo, shares the historical background of Santo Domingo, including the real story of Christopher Columbus. There’s all this and more as the Eye on Travel Podcast comes from Puntacana Resort & Club in the Dominican Republic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Ritz-Carlton Boston. We’ll have a report from the incredible Boston Museum of Fine Arts. And Catherine Allgor, from the Massachusetts Historical Society, on the key documents of American history that are free — and accessible — to everyone. Then, Dr. Nathaniel Sheidley, President & CEO of Revolutionary Spaces, explains how it tries to bring the past to life for people. Plus, the important stuff: Rachel Blumenthal, from Eater Boston, gives her top spots for pizza in the city. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Ritz-Carlton Boston.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Now Larimar in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. We’ll have American expat Ashlee Dubinsky and her decision to move to the Dominican Republic. Then, Ellen Mannaert, Editor and Co-Founder of Best of Punta Cana, on why (and how) you should go beyond the beaches and resorts in Punta Cana, with some of her secret locations and experiences. There’s all of this and more when Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Now Larimar in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the British West Indies — and from the Quintessence Hotel on Long Bay in Anguilla. We’ll discuss the Quintessence: it’s a hotel with a remarkable story and an unconventional American owner — mega trial lawyer Geoffrey Fieger, who built the hotel to his own standards and in just one year secured Relais and Chateaux status. How does the lawyer who represented everyone from Dr. Jack Kevorkian to Scott Peterson emerge as a premiere hotel owner? That’s just part of the Anguilla story. Melinda Blanchard, Founder of Blanchard’s Restaurant (and bestselling author) has another great story of her long-standing love affair with the island. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Quintessence Hotel in Anguilla.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This year's final episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg highlights some of the best interviews from 2019. Listen for exclusive discussions with Mateusz Morawiecki, the Prime Minister of Poland, Award-Winning National Geographic Travel Writer Costas Christ, Travel Weekly's Editor-in-Chief Arnie Weissmann, Mike Boyd, the President of Boyd Group International, and much more. Tune in next week for another year of adventures! Happy New Year!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Arts District in Dallas, Texas and the new Hall Arts Hotel. First, a look at the transformation of Dallas and the art scene, led by the vision of Craig Hall. We’ll also talk to the CEO of the Perot Museum, Linda Silver, and Kourtny Garrett, the woman driving the resurgence of downtown Dallas. And Patricia Meadows, Hall Art Hotel Art Curator, on the art direction of the guest rooms within the new hotel. There’s all of this and more on this week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Hall Arts Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Have a travel question? Then ask Peter. E-mail him at peter@petergreenberg.com, or tweet your questions to @petersgreenberg (include #AskPeter).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Signature Travel Network Annual Global Summit at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. We’ll a report on what to expect in the world of travel for next year, with Alex Sharpe, President and CEO of Signature Travel Network. Milton Pedraza, CEO of the Luxury Institute, and Clark Massad, Vice President of Global Partnerships for IGLTA, on the evolution of gay and lesbian travel. Then, we’ll take a deep dive into the Las Vegas strip and the latest news on a city constantly reinventing itself with “Flip the Strip” radio host, Melinda Sheckells. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Signature Travel Network Annual Global Summit at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, joins us in Saudi Arabia to discuss the opening of the Kingdom — and the restored UNESCO World Heritage site of Diriyah Gate. He argues that there’s no travel destination with a story as unique as well as the special circumstances that brought very few visitors here before — with many more coming now. And all of this happening in the shadow of the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi a little more than a year ago. Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority, discusses the spike in global tourism and human connectivity – and where it meets hospitality. Raha Moharrak, the first Saudi woman to summit Everest, speaks about the immense change women in Saudi Arabia have experienced and how she — and the rest of the country– is adjusting. And Her Royal Highness Princess Adhwa also stops by to discuss the radical progression

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the iconic Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, Florida. We’ll take a look back at the remarkable history of this hotel (for starters, Frank Sinatra both entertained and lived there). And both Scarface and James Bond movies were shot there. Joining us is Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber on the last 20 years of evolution in Miami Beach and the city’s approach to climate change and rising water levels. Then, Elizabeth Wheaton, Environment & Sustainability Director for the City of Miami Beach, explains the issue of rising water that residents of Miami Beach combat. We’ll talk about the museums you don’t know about and how the Fontainebleau chef cooks for the guests in 1,600 rooms. There’s all of this and more when Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, Florida.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the London Marriott Hotel Park Lane. Peter is joined by The Independent’s Travel Editor Simon Calder, with a report on the world’s longest flight as well as the real impact on travel by the continuing confusion and concerns over Brexit. Jerry White, London Historian and Author of Mansions of Misery: A Biography of the Marshalsea Debtors’ Prison, stops by to talk about the history of prisons in London and the unique characteristics of the three great debtors’ prisons in the city. Plus, what’s that smell? Lance Patterson, CEO of British perfumery icon Penhaligons, speaks about creating scents the old fashioned way for royalty as well as individual hotel guests. There is all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the London Marriott Hotel Park Lane in London.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19

This week’s epsiode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Kimpton Fitzroy in London, a legendary hotel (and architectural showpiece) that most Americans don’t know about. Simon Calder, Travel Editor for The Independent, discusses the collapse of the famous Thomas Cook travel agency and its global impact on the tourism industry. Caroline Bremner, Head of Travel and Tourism Research at Euromonitor International, with her 2019-2020 forecast, and a few surprises as we enter the election cycle in the U.S. And in our continuing series of conversations with travel industry leaders, we talk with two heavy hitters: Keith Barr, CEO of InterContinental Hotels, on what travelers really expect from hotels — and the current mega acquisition boom among big hotel brands. There’s all this and more as Eye on Travel broadcasts from the Kimpton Fitzroy in London.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s

This week’s episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from onboard the new Norwegian Encore on its first cruise from Bremerhaven, Germany to Southampton, United Kingdom. Joining Peter on the broadcast is retiring Norwegian Cruise Line President and CEO, Andy Stuart, to speak about his long tenure in the cruise line industry and the move towards more responsible, sustainable practices — the move towards eliminating single-use plastics on ships and seeking cutting-edge carbon emission goals. Then, Cruise Critic’s Adam Coulter discusses the fastest growing cruise markets around the world, with a few surprises.  There’s all of this and more when Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from aboard the Norwegian Encore. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, California. Tom Donovan, Managing Director at The Resort at Pelican Hill, discusses the evolving definition of luxury travel and how Pelican Hill is adjusting to guest needs — and ever-changing expectations. Paul Burnett, Author of Surfing Newport Beach: The Glory Days of Corona Del Mar, discusses growing up surfing in Orange County and how the culture of surfing has changed in the region — but is bigger than ever. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Langham Huntington in Pasadena, California. Joining Peter is Pasadena Mayor Terry Tornek, on the city’s preservation efforts and architectural heritage. Food Writer Frier McCollister on the gastronomic explosion in Pasadena, not to mention his special Northwest Pasadena taco survey (more than 30 taco places). And historian Jared Cowan on his patented walking tour of Pasadena, and how much the Langham plays a part in the city’s rich movie history. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Langham Huntington in Pasadena, California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the St. Regis Deer Valley in Park City, Utah. Mark Nelson, Executive Director of the Heber Valley Railroad, talks about the past, present, and future of this special train. Chris Waddell, Hall of Fame Paralympic Skier, shares his incredible story about adaptive skiing after the accident that left him paralyzed. And Kailyn Richardson, two-time Olympian and former U.S. Ski Team member, speaks about her record skiing speed of 85 miles per hour — and what she’s doing now. And Sara and Rob Sergent, discuss the growing — and surprising — business of distilling in Utah (hint: they’re also making single malt whiskey). There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the St. Regis Deer Valley in Park City, Utah. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.