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Travel Today With Peter Greenberg — Prince de Galles Hotel Paris, France May 31, 2017

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This week, Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Prince de Galles Hotel in Paris, France. We’ll take a look at the history of the Prince de Galles, which was first constructed in 1928 on the Avenue George V. Hotel historian, Andreas Augustin, tells us some great stories about the hotel, including one about the legendary Marlene Dietrich. Jake Cigainero, a New York Times reporter living in Paris, chats with Peter Greenberg about what brought him to Paris from Texas in the first place and some of the places he brings friends when they come to visit, including his favorite hidden gems in the city. Cedric Maupoint, Chief Sommelier at La Scene restaurant, discusses his favorite dishes and how he chooses what goes on the menu. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Prince de Galles Hotel in Paris.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg —Hotel Amigo in Brussels, Belgium May 17, 2017

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This week, Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Hotel Amigo in Brussels, Belgium. The hotel building dates back to the early 16th century when the Spanish misunderstood the word “amigo” and thought it was the Flemish word for “prison.” The building served as a prison for centuries. It’s located right in the heart of the Grand Place in the middle of Brussels’ historic center. Joining Peter Greenberg will be legendary hotelier Sir Rocco Forte with a front line report on the state of hospitality, and Belgian Chocolatier Laurent Gerbaud will discuss why chocolate dominates Belgium. Then there’s the Brussels Beer Project, and Founder Olivier de Brauwere explains why he started an urban beer project in a city already famous for its exceptional beer. Brussels Historian Roel Jacobs gives his special insight into the most iconic statue in Belgium: the peeing boy. Then we’ll get a report from American expat Chris Burns about what keeps him in Brussels. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Hotel Amigo in Brussels, Belgium.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg —Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver, BC May 10, 2017

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This week, Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel in Vancouver, Canada at the annual Virtuoso Summit. Joining Peter Greenberg Michael Wiebe, Vancouver Park Board Chair, talks about the city’s well known Stanley Park—as well as the other 240 parks in Vancouver. We’ll talk about high tea at Fairmont Empress in Victoria and the city’s exploding food scene with Neal McLennan, Food Editor at Vancouver Magazine, and Canada’s best bartender Grant Sceney stops by with some mixology magic. Mijune Pak from Top Chef Canada and FollowMeFoodie.com talks about Vancouver's Asian influence and her favorite places to eat in the city. There’s all of that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg -- Silversea, Silver Muse May 08, 2017

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This week's episode of Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the inaugural voyage of the luxury cruise ship Silver Muse, operated by Silversea Cruises. Gene Sloan, USA Today’s Cruise Editor, joins Peter to discuss the uptick in demand for cruising—the industry is now commissioning ships faster than they can be built. Alessandro Zanello, Captain of the Silver Muse, reveals the features of the ship that feel most luxurious for a vessel’s commander and his favorite ports of call. Janice Wald Henderson, Dining Editor and Food Critic for Porthole Cruise magazine, dishes about her adventures eating from stern to bow on the Silver Muse and the importance of authentic ingredients and close attention to detail. There’s all of that and more when Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from aboard the Silversa Silver Muse.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg – Norfolk, Virginia Apr 26, 2017

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This week Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from Norfolk, Virginia and the largest naval base in the world. Joining Peter Greenberg is Norfolk historian, Peggy McPhillips, as she discusses the city’s heritage and surprise history. Glenn Sutch, President of Waterside District, talks about the new entertainment and dining destination coming to Norfolk next month and the local restaurants that are taking part in the revitalization of the waterside. Lloyd DeWitt, Chief Curator at The Chrysler Museum of Art, discusses Norfolk’s star attraction and their surprisingly robust collection. There’s all that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from VisitNorfolk.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg – Denver Art Museum, Denver, Colorado Apr 19, 2017

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This week, the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from from the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado. Joining Peter Greenberg Adam Schlegel, Co-Founder of EatDenver, as he dishes about the city’s food explosion and more sustainable, greener dining. Esmé Patterson performs her song “River,” and Jennifer Henneman, a curator at the Denver Art Museum, discusses the complex and difficult history of the American west, and how the museum showcases this fascinating—and often misunderstood—heritage. Of course, the show wouldn’t be complete without Kim Day, CEO of Denver International Airport—the last new major airport built in the U.S.—talking about what she’s done to improve the airport experience (think healthier food and the fastest airport WiFi in the country). There’s all of that and more as the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Denver Art Museum.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg – Cherokee Ranch & Castle, Sedalia, Colorado Apr 12, 2017

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This week, the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation in Sedalia, Colorado. It’s a true hidden gem, located about 40 minutes outside of Denver. Imagine a 3,400-acre nonprofit sanctuary, surrounded by wildlife, 55 million-year-old petrified wood, and some amazing history. Joining Peter Greenberg will be John Lake, Castle Historian and former Castle Butler, as he talks about the legend of the castle (and the myths). Rich Grant, Author of 100 Things to Do in Denver Before You Die, will divulge the secrets of the Mile High City. There’s all of that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Cherokee Ranch and Castle in Sedalia, Colorado.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg – The Buccaneer, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands Apr 05, 2017

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This week, Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the historic and legendary The Buccaneer in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. The hotel, a member of Historic Hotels of America, is the longest running resort in the Caribbean. Fire Chief Larry Johnson of the Virgin Islands Fire Service talks about his secret eats (funghi and fish anyone?) on St. Croix as well as other island specialties you won’t find on brochures. Most people don’t know the rich history of The Buccanneer (we’ll find out) or that St. Croix is home to three national parks. Zandy Hillis-Starr, Chief Resource Manager for the National Park Service on the island, has some real surprise discoveries. Lisa Kirkley Terry of The Nature Conservancy’s Coral Nursery and Restoration Program, talks about its work to repair and preserve the coral reefs of the Caribbean. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from The Buccaneer in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands on April 1, 2017.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg–The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado Mar 29, 2017

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This week the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from legendary hotel The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Joining Peter Greenberg will be Mitch Snow from The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb to talk about the grueling auto race. Colorado Springs Fire Chief Ted Collas discusses high altitude fire fighting — and reveals the best off-the-brochure places to eat. Spencer Wren, General Manager of Pikes Peak Cog Railway, talks about the history of the railway as a draw for tourists and the surprising toll the altitude can take on unprepared passengers. Then, we hear about two great museums. Leah Witherow, Curator at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, opens up about the “Story of Us,” the museum’s newest exhibit which marries the area’s rich local heritage and modern technology to give visitors a personal connection with history. Doug Mudd, Curator at the American Numismatic Association’s Money Museum, tells Peter Greenberg why the Money Museum is one of the best kept secrets in town, and what money can teach us about history. There’s all that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg–Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina, Hawaii Mar 22, 2017

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This week, Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina, on Oahu in Hawaii. Mark Dunkerley, President and CEO of Hawaiian Airlines discusses Hawaiian airport infrastructure. A true member of surfing royalty, Brian Keaulana, will discuss one of the wildest new boards out there — the Supsquatch (and Peter surfed with him on it). And Auntie Nettie, one of Ko Olina’s legends (and spiritual and cultural curator) on the stories and legends of Ko Olina. The Four Seasons Executive Chef, Martin Knaubert as well as legendary Chef Beverly Gannon (of Maui’s Hali’imaile General Store), will talk about the new wave of Hawaii regional cuisine. There’s all this and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina.

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