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Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

504 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 69 ratings

Peter Greenberg is America's most recognized, honored and respected front-line travel news journalist. Peter is Travel Editor for CBS News, appearing on CBS This Morning and The CBS Evening News, among other broadcast platforms.

Eye on Travel is a travel news show originating from a different location every week, featuring local experts sharing their favorite gems. For more travel news you can use visit PeterGreenberg.com And follow Peter Greenberg for the latest travel news on social media:

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Unresolved issues in the travel industry, travel advisors, and AI

March 20, 2024 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter sits down with Geoff Freeman - President of the US Travel Association - to discuss the many unresolved issues in the travel industry including visas and security. Then, Zane Kerby - President of The American Society of Travel Advisors - stops by to discuss the latest issues facing travel advisors and consumers alike and how one airline is making it exceptionally hard to stay loyal. Then, what is the impact of AI on tra...

Air travel in the fastest growing aviation region in the world

March 13, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter sits down with two veteran airline executives to discuss the fastest growing aviation region in the world, The Middle East. And at the center of that is Saudi Arabia. Rossen Dimitrov, Chief Customer Experience Officer of Saudia Airlines, and Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, report on the rapid expansion of air traffic in the region and and what it means to global tourism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...

The 10th anniversary of the disappearance of MA Flight 370 and an airline you probably haven't heard of

March 06, 2024 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – The Chileno Bay Resorts and Residences in Los Cabos. This month marks the 10th anniversary of the disappearance of MA Flight 370 - one of the most confusing and perplexing mysteries in the history of commercial aviation. Florence De Changy - Author of The Disappearing Act - has the latest on what we know 10 years later and if there is hope of ever finding out conclusively what really happened. Then, there is an airline you hav...

A look at luxury travel from the lens of luxury hoteliers

February 28, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter has an update on the brave new world of luxury, and how the definition of luxury travel may be changing -- as he sits down with a few legendary hoteliers. What's changed in the definition of luxury travel, and perhaps more important, what hasn't changed? Peter talks with Senih Geray -  The Managing Director of the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington DC; with Vincent Billiard - The Managing Director of the legendary Hot...

What you need to know about the frequent flyer programs, a deep dive into Charleston, South Carolina, and an in-depth conversation with The Former CEO of Celebrity Cruises

February 21, 2024 16:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina. Peter sits down with Zach Griff of The Points Guy with his report on the frequent flyer programs - and what you need to know now that so many of the programs are changing their rules and eligibility levels. Then, a deep dive into Charleston with The Owner of the Hotel Bennett and Charleston native, Michael Bennett. Peter also sits down with Edgar Kano - The Executive Chef o...

An update on the airlines, dangers of AI in travel journalism, and what it means to be a "modern elder"

February 14, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Dominick Hotel in New York City. Peter has an update on the airlines with Wall Street Journal Travel Editor Emeritus Scott McCartney. Then, a conversation with Pauline Frommer - The Co-President of FrommerMedia and Editorial Director of Frommer's Guidebooks - on the dangers of AI especially when it comes to travel journalism. Finally, Chip Conley - Author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better wi...

A conversation with the Governor of Colorado, re-regulating airlines, and the analytics of the FAA

February 07, 2024 16:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Hotel Clio in Denver, Colorado. Jared Polis - Governor of Colorado -  stops by with an update on everything from climate change to new and much needed rail service as well as updates on the Denver Airport - now one of the busiest airports in the United States. Then, speaking of airports and air travel, there is a strong case now for re-regulating the airlines. Bill McGee - Senior Fellow for Aviation American Economic ...

Bagels, Cirque du Soleil, and more in Montreal

January 31, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Montreal, Quebec. Peter sits down with Robert Morena -  Co -Owner of St-Viateur Bagels - to attempt to settle the ongoing debate of which city has the best bagels: Montreal or New York City? Then, Rafael Payare - Music Director of the Montreal Synphony Orchestra- stops by for a look at the city’s robust music scene. Did you know that Montreal is a circus town (and it just starts with Cirque du So...

The current state of the hotel industry

January 24, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter sits down with some global superstar hotel executives to discuss the current state of the hotel business, ranging from near historic high hotel rates, service and design challenges, and how to pursue excellence in the disrupted world of 2024. Peter chats with Francois Delahaye - COO of The Dorchester Collection, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Lindsey Ueberroth, and André P Gerondeau - COO of Melia Hotels. See Priva...

Could 2024 signal a new direction in travel? The President of Expedia Brands and the CEO of Virtuoso weigh in.

January 17, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. It is a new year, but does that mean a new direction for travel? Peter sits down with Jon Gieselman - President of Expedia Brands - to talk about changes in traveler behavior and expectations. Then, how full will planes be this year? Peter sits down with Matthew Upchurch - CEO of Virtuoso - on the changes he is seeing - from off season travel to the growing use of AI. Then...

An extended conversation with Captain Sullenberger on the 15th anniversary of the "Miracle on the Hudson" and a look into cruising in 2024

January 10, 2024 14:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from onboard the Silversea Silver Nova. Peter sits down with legendary Captain Sully Sullenberger - to discuss the 15th anniversary of the Miracle on the Hudson and airline safety. Then, we stay onboard the Silver Nova for in-depth discussions about the cruise industry with Jason Liberty - President and CEO of Royal Carribean and Barbara Muckermann - President and CEO of Silversea Cruises. Then, we are searching for a redefini...

Travel projections for 2024 and exploring the Mississippi River in Baton Rouge

January 03, 2024 14:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg  comes from all across the state of Louisiana. Peter chats with Patrick Smith - Founder of AskThePilot.com - about the biggest aviation successes of 2023 and the challenges to airlines and passengers this year. Then, Gary Leff - Founder of ViewFromTheWing.com - on his projections for this year - good, bad, and ugly. Finaly, we dive into Louisiana with a visit to Baton Rouge where we catch up with the LSU National Championship Ba...

A conversation on climate change and tourism with the First Lady of Iceland and a look at the airlines in 2024

December 27, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The A World For Travel Forum in Seville, Spain. Peter sits down with Eliza Reid - The First Lady of Iceland - to discuss the latest challenges of climate change and tourism. Then, a look at the cruise industry with veteran executive Roberto Martinoli from Royal Caribbean. Finally, as we enter a new year, a conversation about what to expect with the airlines...with Patrick Smith - Airline Pilot and Founder of AskThe Pilot....

The effects of AI on travel journalism, an update on the cruise industry, and more

December 20, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from onboard the new Explora I ship in Reykjavik, Iceland. Peter sits down with Seth Kugel of The New York Times to discuss AI and its effects on responsible travel journalism and reporting. Then, an update from Maritime Historian Peter Knego on the cruise industry. While there are many new ships coming online, he talks about his recent experience on a 90 year old cruise ship. And then, our philosophical check up with celebra...

Conversations on over tourism, sustainability, accessibility, and more from the World Travel and Tourism Annual Global Summit

December 13, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from Kigali, Rwanda where the World Travel and Tourism Council convened for their annual Global Summit to discuss the most cutting edge issues in travel. Peter is joined by James Thornton - Chief Executive Officer at Intrepid Travel - to discuss two important issues: over tourism and sustainable tourism. Then, John Sage - the CEO of Sage Inclusion - stops by to share some of the continuing-- and troubling -- accessibility issu...

Part 2: Inside the recovery of Maui following the August fires with the Governor of Hawaii, Maui United Way, and more

December 06, 2023 14:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from the Ritz Carlton Maui Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii. In part two of a two part special on the recovery of Maui following the devastating fires in August, Governor of Hawaii Dr. Josh Green joins the program to answer the question of if and how tourism should return to the state. Then, an update on all the aid and relief organizations doing the essential work to help the lives of the people affected return to normal with Annie Da...

Inside the recovery of Maui following the August fires featuring an extended conversation with the Mayor of Maui and a trip to Lahaina

November 29, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from the Ritz Carlton Maui Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii. In part one of a two part special on the recovery of Maui following the devastating fires in August, Peter sits down with Richard Bissen Jr - The Mayor of Maui County - for a front line report. Then, Peter heads to Lahaina, ground zero of the fires, for a conversation with Marty Wahking - Lahaina Debris Mission Manager, US Army Corps of Engineers. Then, Beverly Gannon - legen...

Declining airline customer service and a deep dive into the misery of flying

November 22, 2023 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Peter dives deep into the airlines with Gary Leff - Founder of ViewFromtheWing.com - on diminishing customer service. Then, Professor Ganesh Sitaraman stops by to discuss his new perfectly timed book - Why Flying is Miserable: And How to Fix it. 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 an iconic Concorde Captain, a behind the scenes look at Dulles Airport, and more

November 15, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Dulles International Airport in Washington, DC. Peter sits down with Jeremy R. Kinney - The Associate Director for Research and Curatorial Affairs at the National Air and Space Museum - to talk aviation and history. Then, IAD’s Airport Manager, Richard Golinowski stops by to chat about what it takes to maintain this iconic airport. Then, a special guest who used to fly out of Dulles, Mike Bannister - the iconic British A...

A deep dive into Junk fees, airline frequent flyer programs, changing airline schedules, and more

November 08, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg features a deep dive in and through some critical travel pocketbook issues. Starting with junk fees and other nickel and diming tactics from hotels, Dawn Gilbertson of The Wall Street Journal has the report on what is happening and what you should know. Then, Aviation Consultant Mike Boyd speaks about why so many airlines are ending service to small U.S. cities and what is the real impact for travelers. Some surprises there. And...

An overview of the next 18 months for the airline industry and a visit to Beverly Hills, California

November 01, 2023 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The L’Ermitage Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA. Peter sits down with Rafat Ali - The Founder and CEO of Skift - for an overview of what the next 18 months could look like for the airline industry. Then, it’s a deep dive into the history and culture of Beverly Hills with Mayor Dr Julian Gold,  Phil Savenick - President of the Beverly Hills Historical Society - and the real Beverly Hills Cop, Mark G. Stainbrook - Chief of Polic...

A deep dive into Madison, Wisconsin and an extended conversation with a former Chief White House Photographer

October 25, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Madison, Wisconsin. Peter returns to his alma mater, The University of Wisconsin-Madison - where he started his journalism career -  to sit down with some other journalists and historians. First, David Maraniss - Journalist and Author  - stops by to discuss his many books which include topics ranging from Vince Lombardi to Jim Thorpe and also what makes Madison home. Then, Madison resident Pete Souza - Chief Official Whi...

A surprising trend in air travel and an in-depth look into the Low Country of South Carolina

October 18, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina. Peter sits down with Scott McCartney, Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and the Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - on a strange phenomenon in the travel industry regarding low cost airlines. He explains what it is and what it means to you. Then, Peter dives deep into the history of the low country in South Carolina with Lisa Sulka - Mayor of...

An extended conversation with the CEO of Breeze Airways and an in-depth look at Lake Tahoe

October 11, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from the Edgewood Hotel in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Are the nation's largest airlines becoming an oligopoly? Peter sits down with airline maverick David Neeleman - the Founder of JetBlue and CEO of Breeze Airways, for his take on the good, the bad, and the ugly. Then, we take a look at responsible travel. Edgewood is a member of Beyond Green Hotels, an aptly named group of hotels that goes beyond canned mission statements when it ...

Discussing over tourism, sustainability, the true definition of greenwashing, and more with travel thought leaders

October 04, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Prague, Czech Republic. Peter sits down with travel thought leaders to discuss over tourism, sustainability, and global impact, not just to the economy, but to travelers. Marinos Giannopoulos - CEO of Enterprise Greece - chats about over tourism in a country where over 30% of its GDP is driven by travel and tourism. Then, Ufi Ibrahim – Chief Executive Officer, Energy and Environment Alliance -  on the true definition of...

An in-depth on airlines, world travel, travel insurance from Las Vegas

September 27, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Bellagio in Las Vegas, Nevada. A look at airlines, world travel, and travel insurance. Peter sits down with Matthew Upchurch - President and CEO of Virtuoso - for a conversation on airlines as oligopolies and what that means to you. Then, Julia Simpson - President of WTTC - stops by with some staggering numbers on world travel and how it could get even bigger. Finally, Peter chats with Richard Aquino - from Allianz ...

The latest research on American traveler behavior, the boom of cruise lines, and a possible change coming to many airlines

September 20, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Los Carneros Resort in California in Napa Valley, CA. The latest on American traveler behavior and the choices we make, with Amir Eylon - President and CEO of Longwoods International - on the latest research. Then, Peter sets sail with Kelly Craighead - President and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) - with a look into why and how cruising is now booming but how the industry is pivoting to schedule lo...

All about luggage with those who test them, those who make them, and those who get the ones that get lost

September 13, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from New York City. This week’s show is dedicated entirely to... luggage. For some, it is a necessary evil, and others develop an emotional relationship their bags. And on the 125th anniversary of iconic German manufacturer Rimowa, Peter sits down with the folks who test bags (Consumer Reposts), who inspect bags (the TSA), the folks who make the bags, and even the folks who get the bags the airlines lose. Some fascinating sto...

A deep dive into Halifax: history, culture, a little known airline, and more

September 06, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The Muir Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia in Canada. Peter sits down with Mike Savage, Mayor of Halifax, for an extended conversation on the history, culture, cuisine, and the city’s little known link to the Titanic. Then, the  wildfires in Canada made headlines earlier this summer, and Ken Stuebing, Executive Director & Fire Chief Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency, stops by with a report. And then, when you think of airline...

A deep dive into Hyde Park, NY with the FDR Library, the other CIA, and more

August 30, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg – from The FDR Presidential Library in Hyde Park New York. First, Peter sits down with FDR Library Director Bill Harris, for a short course on the history of the library, the presidency of FDR, and the special and often secret role First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt played in American history. Then, it's the other CIA -- also in Hyde Park -- with Dr. Tim Ryan, President The Culinary Institute of America. Finally, Peter speaks with new...

An in-depth conversation with the CEO of Kenya Airways and a look inside Giraffe Manor

August 23, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from Nairobi, Kenya with two very special guests. The African continent has 54 countries but traveling between those countries is often a challenge due to antiquated air rights. Open skies is often just a concept. Peter sat down with Allan Kilavuka - CEO of Kenya Airways - to get his take on air travel within Africa and to the US. Then, Mikey Carr Hartley - Director of Giraffe Manor - stops by with his world view on Africa and A...

Changes in traveler behavior, if hotel rates will ever come down, airport lounges, and more

August 16, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- a chat with Zach Griff from The Points Guy -- on the term "airline service" as an oxymoron and what travelers can now expect in the near future. A conversation with Larry Cuculic, President and CEO, BWH Hotel Group, on the changes in traveler behavior -- and expectations -- and will hotel room rates ever come down? When was the last time you tried to enter an airline VIP lounge? Was there a long line to get in? Probably. But ...

Continuing airline chaos, speed tape, and the impact of parking, and more

August 09, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from the iconic Queen of the French Riviera, The Carlton Hotel in Cannes. Peter takes a look at the continuing chaos of air travel with journalist Scott Mayerowitz. Then, Peter sits down with Gary Leff, Founder of ViewFromtheWing.com, to chat about the ongoing mystery of what speed tape is doing on the wings of 787's. Finally, Henry Grabar, Author of Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World, with his deep dive and innov...

A deep dive into the history, culture, and more of Oakland, CA

August 02, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Claremont Club and Spa in Berkeley -- is all about Oakland, California. First, a history lesson with columnist Liam Donahue, who knows everything about the East Bay. Then, a look at the lesser known but explosive Oakland art scene with Lori Fogarty, Executive Director & CEO, Oakland Museum of California. And then, a conversation about Oakland’s iconic Children’s Fairyland -- a a very special place that even inspired ...

Little known airline rules, traveler demand, and a pilot's perspective on summer travel

July 26, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from Resorts World in Las Vegas, Nevada. We dive deep into a question you may not have thought to ask before boarding a plane: what can actually get you kicked off of a flight? Being drunk and disorderly, yes, but what about clothing choice, body odor or.....your weight? Christopher Elliott, Founder of Elliott.org, weighs in - pun intended - on some airline rules you might not know about. Then, we check in on the latest rese...

Alternative airports, getting kicked off planes, skiplagging, and more

July 19, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Hotel Indigo in Everett, Washington. We look deep into everything that might get you kicked off of an airplane -- from dress codes to bodily odor, bad behavior, obesity , and more with Christopher Elliott, Founder of Elliot.org. Then, Gary Leff, Founder of ViewFromtheWing.com on skiplagging and how that airline ticket practice got one young passenger in trouble at the airport. Then, speaking of airports, we check in ...

A deep dive into the history of Vancouver, its museums, Chinatown, and more

July 12, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Douglas in Vancouver, Canada. First, Peter digs deep into Vancouver’s past with Michael Kluckner, President of The Vancouver Historical Society. Then a look inside the Museum of Vancouver with Director of Collections & Exhibitions and Curator of Contemporary Culture,  Viviane Gosselin. Then, a visit with Carol Lee, Founder of Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, as she fights to preserve the culture and the history of the...

An extended conversation with the CEO of Hertz and an inside look at the Titan

July 05, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg -- from The Chatham Bars Inn in Chatham, Massachusetts. First up, Peter sits down with Stephen Scherr, CEO of Hertz to discuss the revolution in electric vehicles and their impact on the rental car market. Then, in the wake of the Titan disaster, Arnie Weissman, Editor in Chief of  Travel Weekly, tells his all-too close call story of his experience on that sub and what the tragedy means for the future of high end extreme tourism...

Arrogant airlines, price gouging, travel advisors, and more from San Juan, Puerto Rico

June 28, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from San Juan Puerto Rico. First up, an extended conversation with Zane Kirby - President and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors - on arrogant airlines, price gouging, traveler demand, and how some airlines may be trying to squeeze out travel advisors, not to mention you. During the pandemic, many travel advisors worked without any compensation to get refunds for their clients, and many lost money, in terms of commis...

Travel insurance, the Mayor of Milwaukee, and fudge from aboard the Viking Octantis

June 20, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from aboard the Viking Octantis as it sails the Great Lakes from Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Lake Michigan), into Lake Huron and Lake Superior into Thunder Bay, Canada. Peter sits down with Cavalier Johnson, The Mayor of Milwaukee to discuss the evolution of the city into an arts and food capital, not to mention the gateway to the Great Lakes. Then, Peter journeys to Mackinac Island to chat with Steve Brisson - Director at Mackinac St...

Deep dives on frequent flyer programs, State Department travel advisories, and an extended conversation with Andrew McCarthy

June 14, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg. A deep dive into airline frequent flyer programs and a discussion with aviation business expert Mike Boyd, on our obsession with mileage programs and whether or not they have reached a legal definition of fraud. Then, the power and impact of State Department travel advisories? Most recently the U.S. has issued an advisory for Americans to "reconsider travel" to Jamaica. We’ll speak with Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlet...

In depth conversations on airline customer service, luxury travel, and more

June 07, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The 2023 Virtuoso Symposium in Montreal, Quebec. Planes are full and airfares are skyhigh, and at the same time, many airlines are cutting back on routes. Mike Boyd -  Aviation Consultant & President of Boyd Group International - stops by with his take on another cutback – customer service. Then, we catch up with Matthew Upchurch - The CEO of Virtuoso - on the explosion of luxury travel and what it means for you, pricing an...

An extended conversation with the CEO of Clear and what you need to know about travel insurance

May 31, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Florida. First, we catch up with Caryn Seidman Becker, the CEO of Clear, with a report on the real numbers at the airports and how technology may be coming to the rescue in more ways than one as we head into the summer and rest of 2023. Then,  Christina Tunnah from World Nomads stops by to discuss a continually confusing topic - travel insurance. An intelligent and necessary conversatio...

A conversation with CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways and a deep dive into the history and culture of Nashville, TN

May 24, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Four Seasons in Nashville, TN. We kick off with a conversation about summer travel with Bjorn Larsen, Founder and CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways. Then, we take a deep dive into the history of Music City with Nashville Historian David Steele Ewing. Then, you can’t talk about Nashville without discussing guitars, and you can’t talk about guitars without talking about Gibson. We have an extended conversation with President ...

The airline seat as a political battleground, the legacy of JFK on Dallas, and the city's growing food scene

May 17, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Ritz Carlton in Dallas, Texas. Scott McCartney, Host of the Airlines Confidential podcast and Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal, discusses how the airline seat has become a political battleground. Then, as we approach the 60th anniversary of the assassination of JFK, Stephen Fagin, Curator for The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, speaks about one of America’s most defining, tragic moments and what it ...

The Coronation of King Charles III from London

May 10, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from The Lanesborough Hotel in London, UK with a deeper look at the Coronation of King Charles III and what that means for travel. Simon Calder, Senior Travel Editor for The Independent, stops by with his predictions on all travel costs - from airfares to hotels to whether a surge in bookings can be sustained. Then veteran Royals Watcher, Victoria Mather, Travel Correspondent for Airmail, chats with her perspective on the Corona...

An extended conversation with the CEO of Best Western Hotels, a deep dive on resort fees, lost baggage, and more

May 03, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from Cartagena, Colombia. Peter speaks with Larry Cuculic, President and CEO of Best Western Hotel and Resorts, for a world overview about the explosion in new hotels. Then, we take a deeper dive into the hotel resort fee controversy, with Greg O'Stean, Chief Development Officer at Aimbridge Hospitality, weighing in on who really controls what when it comes to charging resort fees...or not. And what travelers can do. Finally, if...

A deep dive into the American West in Cody, Wyoming

April 26, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

This week’s Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg. is from the historic Chamberlin Inn in Cody, Wyoming - perhaps the best Western town in America. First up, Al Simpson, Former three-term U.S. Senator from Wyoming, and his brother, Professor Pete Simpson, stop by for an extended conversation about their hometown, their heritage, and why Cody perseveres as part of the distinct culture of America. Then, a look into a truly unique museum, The Buffalo Bill Center of the West with ...

A conversation with the CEO of Spirit Airlines, bizarre passenger complaints, and a dive into Tampa's history

April 19, 2023 13:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from Tampa Bay Florida.  First, a look at an ultra low cost carrier -- Florida-based Spirit, and a conversation with its CEO, Ted Christie, with a few cost versus value surprises at a time when most airfares are at historic highs. Then, a report on one of the more outrageous -- and absurd, airline passenger complaints.  Then, a deep dive into the Tampa food scene with Andrea Gonzmart, Fifth Generation Owner of the Columbia, a hi...

A deep dive into Hawaiian culture, an update on the whales, and more

April 12, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from the Ritz Carlton Maui Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii. Peter chats with legendary author Paul Theroux on his definition of paradise and the dangers of over tourism. Then, an immersion into Hawaiian culture and history with Clifford Nae'ole, on the the importance of storytelling to preserve the state’s history and the legacy guests can embrace in Hawaii. Then, a conversation with Dr. Norm Estin on the impact of COVID-19 on the state...