Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

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The changing role of travel advisors in 2025

2024-12-1130:34

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Los Cabos, Mexico. A look at what's in store for travel in 2025 -- will it be a continuation of high...and higher airfares, sky high room rates, and new surprising destinations? Peter sits down with Jack Ezon - Founder of Embark Beyond - for some insight on emerging trends and traveler behavior. Then, legendary travel advisor Anne Sculley stops by to discuss the real and essential role travel agents provide, not to mention their importance and relevance may be bigger than ever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Where not to go in 2025, skiplagging, and more

2024-12-0440:26

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - fromThe Virgin Hotel London - Shoreditch. As Peter looks towards 2025, Jeremy Tarr - Editorial Director of Fodors - reveals the guidebook's very interesting "No" List for 2025 - with some surprises. Then, Managing Director of the Points Guy Clint Henderson discusses the latest hacks on using frequent flyer programs, and the caution about "skiplagging." Then, Fred Finn - Guinness World Record, World's Most Traveled Man and Author of Sonic Boom - on being the person who flew the Concorde the most -- and can supersonic commercial travel ever return?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A deep dive into Saudi Arabia

2024-11-2738:23

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from the World Travel Market in London, UK. Join Peter for a deep dive into one of the major exhibitors -- as well as the rich history and continuing development of Saudi Arabia with John Pagano - CEO of Red Sea Global - and Group Chief Executive Officer, Diriyah Gate Company Jerry Inzerillo. Then, if you think Saudi Arabia is just desert, think again. Barbara Buczek - Chief Destination Experiences Officer at Cruise Saudi - stops by to shed some light on the development of the country’s cruise port Jeddah and what travelers can expect, especially with a country also starting its own cruise line.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A deep dive into Morocco as United Airlines begins nonstop service and an extended conversation with the US Ambassador to Morocco

2024-11-2034:38

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Marrakech, Morocco. History was just made when United Airlines became the first US airline to offer nonstop service to Morocco in 40 years as part of the airline’s biggest international expansion in its history. United's Patrick Quayle shares what's really changing in routes, not just to Morocco, but worldwide, and what it means to passenger connectivity. Then, an extended conversation with Puneet Talwar - The United States Ambassador to Morocco - with a situation report on the country, its longstanding -- and perhaps surprising -- strong relationship with the US, and what it means to travelers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The end of the year in travel, what to expect in 2025, and the changing meaning of the term "all inclusive"

2024-11-1332:24

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter prepares for the end of the year in travel and what to expect in 2025 with Amir Eylon - President of Longwoods International - and the latest report on traveler trends and behavior. Then, Editor in Chief of Travel Weekly Arnie Weissmann with an update on the changing meaning of the term all inclusive -- and a few other misleading titles -- in the post pandemic world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Southwest's ongoing struggles and how the growth of the "super fan" is impacting travel

2024-11-0632:30

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, long time aviation analyst Mike Boyd - President of Boyd Group International - with an update on the current struggles of Southwest Airlines and how they are being challenged in maintaining the original culture of the airline. Then, Jason Gay - Sports Columnist at The Wall Street Journal - stops by for a discussion how the growth of the "super fan" has impacted travel and what it may mean for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An in-depth conversation with the International President of Flight Attendants and more

2024-10-3058:38

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The historic Willard InterContinental in Washington DC. Peter sits down with Sara Nelson - International President Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO - for an in-depth conversation on air safety - from the perspective of the flight attendants. Then, President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association Geoff Freeman stops to shed light on some of the ongoing visa problems facing travelers coming to the United States and the impact on the U.S. economuy. Finally, as we head towards 2025, Christopher Elliott - Founder of Elliott Confidential and Elliott Advocacy - shares his list of top destinations for the new year - with more than a few surprises.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A deep dive into one of the largest zoos in the US and a look into the Minneapolis art scene

2024-10-2339:24

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Minnesota Zoo in Apple Creek, Minnesota. At over 500 acres and home to 5,000 animals, The Minnesota Zoo is arguably one of the best zoos in the world. Peter sits down with Zoo Director John Frawley and Geoff Hall - Director of Animal Care, Health, Conservation, and Behavior - for an in depth look at the Zoo along with some very surprising animals. Then, a pivot to the art scene in Minneapolis with Katie Luber - Director & President of the Minneapolis Institute of Art - along with some surprise paintings, including a classic Rembrandt. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest trends in American travel behavior and reported changes at Southwest Airlines

2024-10-1639:45

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter reports on the latest trends in American travel behavior with Amir Eylon - President of Longwoods International - and how, where and why we behave differently during election season in the United States. Then, Peter discusses the possible reported changes happening at Southwest Airlines with Zach Griff from the Points Guy and Scott McCartney - The Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - and what it could mean for travelers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following Alabama's Civil Rights Trail, a visit to The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, and more

2024-10-0949:06

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from all over the state of Alabama. Martin Luther King III joins the program at the historic 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham for an extended conversation about the turning points in the Civil Rights Movement and the current Civil Rights Trail. Then, a visit to Gee’s Bend and a stop at another iconic landmark in the Civil Rights Movement with Kim Kelly. Then, Peter dons his spacesuit for a moonwalk with Dr. Kimberly Robinson - CEO and Executive Director at U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over tourism, travel anger, and a visit to Hong Kong

2024-10-0249:14

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The iconic Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong. Peter chats with Lilit Marcus from CNN on how Hong Kong has changed and how it hasn’t, with some surprises in the process. Writer Doug Lansky has an update on the nature of travel anger and over tourism. Plus, a conversation with Hong Kong Journalist and Editor Ann Tsang and a sit down with the Peninsula's legendary hotelier Peter Borer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An extended conversation with the CEO of Viking Cruises and an update on the cruise industry

2024-09-2558:57

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from onboard the Viking Yi Dun as it sails the South China Sea from Shanghai to Hong Kong. Peter sits down with Torstein Hagen - Founder and CEO of Viking Cruises - for an extended conversation on the state of the cruise industry, his views on luxury travel, and his surprising approach to new generation fuel and sustainability. Then, Colleen McDaniel - Editor in Chief of Cruise Critic - with an update on the changes in passenger behavior as well as the surge in booking to certain surprise cruise destinations. And Paige McClanahan - Author of the New Tourist - discusses the continuing problem of over tourism and how it could be dramatically changing your bucket list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The post pandemic world in Shanghai and a deep dive into the city's architecture

2024-09-1859:00

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Peninsula Hotel in Shanghai. Peter sits down with Keith Bradsher from the New York Times - with a situation report on the post pandemic world in Shanghai. Then, Peter chats with Simon Calder from The Independent in London for an update on the return of travel to China. Finally, Historian Patrick Cragley stops by with some insight into the enduring story, architecture, and style of Shanghai as well as the efforts to preserve it all.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A deep dive into Coastal Mississippi and an update on an American road trip staple

2024-09-1136:37

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Coastal Mississippi - an area of the country that few Americans really know. But it has a great story to tell and a unique culture to share. Peter sits down with Rachel Dangermond - Owner of 100 Men Hall - to check in on one of the last remaining juke joints on the Chitlin Circuit, Then, Peter travels to Biloxi to chat with Rusty David - Schooner Captain and “Godfather of Coastal Mississippi” - about the legacy of the Biloxi Schooners. Then, 40, 50, or 60 years ago, it wasn't really a road trip unless it included peanut brittle or a pecan log. Peter sits down Stephanie Stuckey - Author of "Unstuck" and the granddaughter of the founder of Stuckey's, to discuss how she's keeping the roadside legacy alive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An update on potential airline mergers, WIFI on planes, and more

2024-09-0431:43

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort in Punta Mita, Mexico. Peter sits down for an extended conversation with Sven Lindblad - Chief Executive Officer, Founder, and Board Director, Lindblad Expeditions - on the changing nation of travel and travelers. Then, a talk with Zach Griff - Senior Reporter at the Points Guy - on the pending merger of two airlines and what it really means for travelers as well as an update on WIFI on flights.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A deep dive inside Grand Canyon West and the Hualapai tribe

2024-08-2853:57

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Grand Canyon in Arizona. Peter takes a deep dive into Grand Canyon West with the Hualapai Indian tribe with Kevin Fedarko, Author of A Walk in the Park, Professor Jeffery P. Shepherd, and Hualapai elder Loretta Jackson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The power of travel and tourism from Caesars Palace in Las Vegas

2024-08-2151:00

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. Peter sits down with Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King for an extended conversation on the power of travel and tourism, service, and America’s continuing division on race. Then, Matthew Upchurch - CEO of Virtuoso - stops by to shed some insight on how travel disruptions create unexpected travel opportunities. Finally, Sean McBurney - Regional President of Caesars Entertainment - speaks about the iconic hotel’s history in a city that continues to reinvent itself.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An update on Boeing, air turbulence, and more

2024-08-1441:38

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter sits down with not one but two airline pilots and an award winning investigative journalist specializing in aviation safety. Join Peter for conversations with Captain Dennis Tajer, pilot Patrick Smith, and author Christine Negroni about the continuing fallout at Boeing, the FAA, and the increase in air turbulence.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A journey through Napa Valley: wine, history, and more

2024-08-0736:56

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Napa Valley, California. It is all about wine as Peter sits down with the woman who literally wrote the book on wine, Karen McNeil, author of The Wine Bible. Then, a deep dive into the history of the region with Diane Dillon. Finally, a conversation with the iconic winemaker Tor Kenward on the changing wine landscape and enduring wine culture and what keeps him in Napa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An extended conversation with the CEO of TAP Portugal and an update on the cruise industry

2024-07-3101:05:22

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Portugal. Peter sits down with Luís Rodrigues, CEO of TAP Portugal, for a conversation on how the airline stays and plays in the global arena. Plus, a few surprises when it comes to stopovers. Then, Peter embarks on the Silversea Silver Ray with an update on all things cruise with Royal Caribbean President and CEO Jason Liberty, Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea Cruises, and Editor in Chief of Travel Weekly Arnie Weissmann. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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