Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

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 have probably never heard of but is making great inroads on many popular routes. It is called JSX and is about as close to flying private as you can get. CEO Alex Wilcox talks about the new option of getting from Point A to Point B.

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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 Hotel de Crillon in Paris; with Pierre-Louis Renou - Managing Director of Fairmont Monte Carlo & Regional VP of Accor; and with Jonathan Crook, the hotelier who runs the new -- and ultra luxe – Peninsula Hotel right on the Bosphorus in Istanbul.

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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 of the Hotel Bennett - for an important conversation about food sourcing and the often dark science of menu psychology. Finally, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo - the former CEO of Celebrity Cruises and Author of Making Waves: A Woman's Rise to the Top Using Smarts, Heart, and Courage - on the waves she has made.

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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 with Age - sits down to discuss what it means to be a modern elder and the intelligent concept of longevity travel.

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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 Liberties Project - sits down with Peter to discuss his new study and what could and should be done. And then, it is on to the an analysis of the FAA. Mike Boyd - President of Boyd Group International - provides some insight on what is going on at the agency -- from plane safety inspections to air traffic contollers -- amid the ongoing investigation of Boeing and what it means for you.

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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 Soleil) Show Director Michael Smith chats about Cirque du Soleil, its history and future. Plus, so much more.

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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.

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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, old friend and legendary chef Wolfgang Puck, stops by to chat about the changes in restaurants, food choices, and of course, the cost of going out.

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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 redefinition of travel luxury with Klara Glowczewska - Executive Travel Editor of Town & Country.

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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 Baseball Team and learn more about the Mississippi River.

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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.com.

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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 celebrated author Pico Iyer who tackles the question: why do we travel?

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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 issues in the travel industry as well as some quick and simple solutions that need to be done. Then, a conversation with John H Wigger - Author of  “The Hijacking of American Flight 119: How D.B. Cooper Inspired a Skyjacking Craze and the FBI's Battle to Stop It” - on one of the wildest stories in aviation history.

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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 Davies - The Western Regional Director of Maui United Way. Finally, Clifford Naeole - Cultural Adviser at the Ritz Carlton - is an institution in Maui and stops by to provide some much needed historical -- and human -- perspective about moving forward in the wake of the tragedy.

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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 - legendary Maui Chef - stops by to provide her insights into the recovery efforts, what's working and what's not, and she does not mince words.

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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.

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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 Airways Captain of the Concorde - on the history of the plane and the future of supersonic travel.

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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 batting clean up: Zach Griff from The Points Guy on how airlines are moving quickly to devalue their frequent flyer programs. Plus - what - if anything - you can do to protect and use your hard earned miles.

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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 Police of Beverly Hills.

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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 White House Photographer and the Director of the White House photo office, Obama and Reagan Administrations -joins the program to discuss his time documenting the Reagan and Obama presidencies and also shares what goes into getting some of his most iconic shots. Finally, Christian Overland -Executive Director & CEO of the Wisconsin Historical Society - provides some historical context and perspective to the state of Wisconsin.

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