Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

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Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--The Waldorf Astoria, Chicago, Illinois Aug 17, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. Chicago resident Maureen Maher, ace correspondent for CBS News (48 Hours) talks about special places throughout Chicago, with some surprising and very cool recommendations. Writers Nina Hahn and Skyline’s Tom O’Gorman weigh in on their special spots for friends and family, and what has/hasn’t changed in the last five decades. Then, Nora Gainer of the Art Institute of Chicago talks about the continuing magical mystery tour of art and architecture and the one-of-a-kind adventures with works of art. Lucien Lagrange, legendary architect of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago, explains how his vision for the building was inspired by the elegance and sophistication of Parisian hotels from the 1920s, and his focus on light and floor materials in the design. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Waldorf Astoria Chicago.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--Half Moon Resort--Montego Bay, Jamaica Aug 10, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica. It’s one of the great, legendary, and still privately owned luxury resorts in the Caribbean. Valerie O’Bryan, Curator of the Montego Bay Cultural Centre, stops by to discuss the country’s rich heritage that goes way beyond Bob Marley. TV and Radio host Emprezz Golding talks about her work with Jamaican youth and how travelers can get involved on their next trip. Film producer and chief organizer of the Calabash International Literary Festival Justine Henzell discusses this long standing event that draws writers and musicians from all over the world every two years. And Guy Steuart III, Chairman of Half Moon, talks about how — more than 50 years ago — a group of 17 investors (including his grandfather) were able to buy the land, build the resort, and expand it to more than 400 acres, and how those same families still control the property today with the same vision and spirit of the original owners. There’s all that and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Half Moon resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg -- Door County, Wisconsin Aug 03, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg heads to a real hidden gem, Door County, Wisconsin, and broadcasts from the shores of Green Bay. Joining Peter Greenberg will be Patrick Smith, Author of Cockpit Confidential: Everything You Need to Know About Air Travel: Questions, Answers, and Reflections with an update on the investigation into the loss of Malaysian Airlines flight 370. Scott McCartney, Travel Editor ofThe Wall Street Journal, joins Peter with a report on some good news about the TSA. Yes, there’s good news. If you’ve never been to Door County, then you’re in for a treat, and it goes beyond just traditional Wisconsin cheese curds. Niles Weborg, the retired volunteer fire chief of Ephraim, Wisconsin (population 288) gives us the secrets of the legendary Wisconsin fish boil. Charles Henrikson talks about the staple food of Door County—whitefish. Do you want some legends and myths? Door County is loaded with them, especially when it comes to shipwrecks in Lake Michigan. Captain Jim Robinson reveals that there are over 5,000 known shipwrecks, and tells the stories behind the county’s 11 lighthouses. Last but not least, Greg Vinkler, Artistic Director for the Peninsula Players, discusses one of America’s most unusual theaters. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg broadcasts from Door County, Wisconsin.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--Irvine, California Jul 27, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Southern California, and one of America’s best planned communities, Irvine, California. Joining Peter will be Jim Irvine Swinden, President of the Irvine Museum, talks about some of the institution’s more surprising collections—not to mention the world’s largest collection of California impressionist art. It’s been a tough water summer for California, and Division Fire Chief Greg McKowen talks about the fire situation in Orange County. It’s also been a tough beach season, and the Chief updates us on water safety—and offers a few of his favorite places to eat. Speaking of food, Chef Yves Fournier of Andrei—one of Irvine’s long standing quality restaurants—elaborates on his philosophy of “conscious cuisine.” There’s all of that and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Irvine, California.

Travel Today With Peter Greenberg—The Seven Seas Explorer, Monte Carlo, Monaco Jul 20, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg broadcasts from the Regent Seven Seas Explorer in Monte Carlo, Monaco. Weighing in at 55,254 gross-registered tons, this all-suite, all-balcony ship carries 750 guests. Departing for its maiden voyage on July 20, 2016, the Seven Seas Explorer will cruise around Europe before heading to Miami, where it will offer Caribbean cruises. Joining Peter will be Patrick Surry, Chief Data Scientist at Hopper, to discuss smart choices that travelers can make to get the most of out of their trips. Captain Stanislas Gerard Jean Mercier de Lacombe talks about being in command of the ship, and Chef Aurelien Dumeylet walks us through the menu and food preparation on board. Arnie Weissmann discusses exactly what the term luxury means and how that is being exemplified on The Seven Seas Explorer. Tom Klein, COO of Canyon Ranch Spa, explains what separates the Canyon Ranch Spa on The Seven Seas Explorer from all other spas—on land, as well as on other cruises. There’s all of this and more when Travel Today with Peter Greenberg broadcasts from the Seven Seas Explorer in Monte Carlo, Monaco.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--Guayaquil, Ecuador Jul 13, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Guayaquil, Ecuador as we update all the relief work being done in the country in the wake of their devastating earthquake this past April. Joining me will be the President of Ecuador, Rafael Correa, as well as many of the volunteers and organizations helping to rebuild the many communities hit hard by the quake. That includes the project directors from All Hands Volunteers(hands.org), a great NGO building temporary housing for the thousands of displaced Ecuadorians. Also some shout outs to the Americans who came down to help, including Aaron and Taylor Berke (shown here building temporary bamboo housing). There's all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg-- IPW, New Orleans, Louisiana Jul 06, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from IPW, the largest international meeting of travel industry leaders in the U.S. Joining Peter will be Sally Jewell, U.S. Secretary of the Interior, who talks about the national park centennial, as well as some of the hidden parks in the system. George Aguel, President and CEO of Visit Orlando, shares a report on the aftermath of the shooting tragedy and its impact on travel and tourism in America’s most visited destination. Also dropping by is Billy Nungesser, Louisiana’s Lieutenant Governor, and Kate Denis, Senior Director of Project Time Off, offers a sobering look at the number of vacation days Americans DON’T take each year. There’s all of that and more, as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from IPW in New Orleans.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--Pasea Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach Jun 29, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Surf City USA at the new Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, California. Joining Peter will be Dean Torrence, co-founder, co-lead singer, and co-writer of Jan & Dean, discusses the history of the group, from its early years to the newly evolved Surf City AllStars, along with how he trademarked the iconic name “Surf City USA.” The legendary PT Townend, world surfing champion, talks about the upcoming 40th anniversary of pro surfing, as well as what changes have come to the sport, and the future of surfing in the 2020 Olympics. Chris Epting, historian and author of Huntington Beach California, shares a story about Rock n’ Roll legend Elvis Presley and his connection to Huntington Beach, along with what many may find surprising about Surf City’s ten miles of uninterrupted coastline. Diana Dehm, executive director of the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum, talks about the surfing legends who call Huntington Beach home and how the museum highlights the surf community and culture. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Surf City USA at the new Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, California.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--Sandos Playacar Beach Resort Jun 22, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Sandos Playacar Beach Resort & Spa in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Joining Peter Greenberg will be USA Today’s Rudy Garcia on the history of Playa Del Carmen; Lisa Wright, an American expat (and blogger) living in Playa del Carmen, shares her secrets of the destination; and Sonya Vargas from Mi Amigo de la Calle talks about this very special shelter for dogs, and their adoption process for people visiting Playa del Carmen and how you can volunteer on your next trip there. There’s all this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from Sandos Playcar Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Travel Today with Peter Greenberg--The Montage Beverly Hills Jun 15, 2016

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This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from The Montage Beverly Hills. Joining Peter will be Beverly Hills writer and historian Robert Anderson; Iron Chef host Geoffrey Zakarian talks about the opening of his new restaurant at the hotel; Tammi Fuller, founder of Campowerment, discusses the camp’s approach to well being; and Beverly Hills Fire Chief Ralph Mondell shares his picks for the best hidden food spots. There’s all of that and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Montage Beverly Hills.

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