Travel Today with Peter Greenberg

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.

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.

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.

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.  

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.

This week Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from ITB Berlin in Germany. While at the convention, Peter  covers the unveiling of Qatar Airways' new business class seating. Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, shares some exciting information about Qatar’s diverse fleet and upcoming joint ventures. Travel writer and speaker Doug Lansky talks about the need to better welcome travelers to the United States as a means to create a better overall visitor experience. George Stone, Appointed Editor-in-Chief at National Geographic Travel, shares some of his favorite travel destinations and his “not spots” as well. Bruce Simpson, Managing Director at North Island, Seychelles Wilderness Safaris, sheds light on his program at North Island, which uses high-end luxury to drive conservation efforts on the island. There’s all of that and more when Travel Today Peter Greenberg comes from the ITB in Berlin, Germany.

This week, the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Lake Austin Spa Resort in Austin, Texas. Joining Peter Greenberg will be Michael Barnes, a Columnist for the Austin American-Statesman and an authority on all things Austin. And let’s not forget eating in Austin: Patricia Sharpe, food editor at Texas Monthly, reports on the most competitive sport in Texas: barbecue. Trisha Shirey, Director of Flora and Fauna at Lake Austin Resort and gardener extraordinaire, talks about the property’s surprisingly varied flora and wildlife and the hotel’s role in the farm-to-table cuisine of the resort. Kathy Valentine, Musician, Composer, and Writer, talks about her past with the GoGos, her present with The Bluebonnets, and Austin’s stellar music scene. There’s all that and more as the Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from the Lake Austin Resort Spa in Austin, Texas.