The Travel Detective Season 11, Episode 1
PBS’s travel series “The Travel Detective” debuted its 11th season on May 25, 2026, with episode 1 hosted by Peter Greenberg. The episode spotlights hidden gems in Santa Monica, from the bustling farmers market to the iconic pier. It also reports on the U.S. airports with the longest TSA wait times and introduces Italy’s first home‑grown luxury train, La Dolce Vita, via correspondent Kerry Sanders. The segment underscores a growing consumer appetite for curated, experiential travel content on public‑service television.
Eye on Travel — Rio De Janeiro, Brazil — May 23, 2026
In this Rio‑based episode of Peter Greenberg Worldwide, host Peter Greenberg and travel‑trend expert Jack Eason discuss the current upheaval in the travel industry, from soaring fuel costs and airline capacity cuts to the fallout from Spirit Airlines' collapse and...
The Travel Detective Season 11
Travel Detective Season 11, hosted by veteran journalist Peter Greenberg, debuted on May 17 2026. The series travels worldwide, spotlighting a mysterious airline’s operations, Canada’s harsh winter flight conditions, and historic hotels in the United States’ hottest climate zone. Episodes also explore hidden...
Eye on Travel — Inn and Spa at Loretto in Santa Fe — May 16, 2026
In this brief Eye on Travel segment from Santa Fe’s Inn and Spa at Loreto, veteran travel journalist Peter Greenberg outlines a perfect storm hitting the airline industry—fuel price spikes, capacity cuts, and a sharp drop in both inbound and...
Airlines Cutting Flights: How to Protect Yourself
Airlines are aggressively trimming schedules after the Iran conflict sparked fuel shortages and pushed jet fuel prices to multi‑year highs. The cuts focus on short‑haul routes under 300 miles, many of which do not feed long‑haul services. Flights scheduled between 10 a.m....
Eye on Travel — Seoul, South Korea — May 9, 2026
In this brief Eye on Travel episode recorded in Seoul, Peter Greenberg warns travelers about the fallout from Spirit Airlines' collapse, rising fuel costs, and airline capacity cuts that are driving up fares and prompting a shift toward train travel...
World Cup Ticket and Hotel Prices Begin to Drop
Six months after the 2026 World Cup ticket market surged, prices for both tickets and hotel rooms are finally easing. A sharp decline in foreign travel to the United States has reduced demand, prompting FIFA to release thousands of blocked...
When First Class Can Be Cheaper Than Baggage Fees
Airlines' escalating checked‑bag fees are making economy tickets more expensive than premium upgrades. United recently offered a passenger a $97 first‑class upgrade that included free baggage, cheaper than the $100 fee for two checked bags. Such last‑minute upgrade offers illustrate...
Least Stressful Airports in the U.S.
Recent traveler surveys rank the United States' least stressful airports, focusing on parking costs, drive time to downtown, and on‑time performance. Minneapolis‑St. Paul International leads the list, praised for reasonable parking fees and a 20‑minute commute to the city center....
App Helps Maximize Credit Card Rewards
Fintech startup CardPointers launched an app that helps users pinpoint the optimal credit card for any purchase, covering over 5,000 cards from more than 900 banks. The platform not only recommends the highest‑yielding card but also monitors merchant offers and...
Eye on Travel — Sheraton Downtown Denver — May 2, 2026
In this brief episode, veteran travel journalist Peter Greenberg reports from the newly renovated Sheraton Downtown Denver, highlighting its prime location, heated rooftop pool, and proximity to attractions like Union Station and the Denver Art Museum. He then dives into...
Airports with the Shortest and Longest Walks
Peter Greenberg’s latest column ranks U.S. airports by the distance passengers must walk from security to their gates. The analysis highlights Trenton‑Mercer Airport as the shortest, with an average gate‑to‑terminal walk of just 0.2 miles, while Dallas/Fort Worth International tops...
Are Airport Baggage Scales Accurate?
An inspection of Newark Liberty International’s baggage‑handling scales found that more than 27 % were inaccurate, prompting the removal of 81 faulty units, including one that was off by as much as 35 lb. Similar deficiencies were reported at Charlotte Douglas International...
Airlines Raising Baggage Fees
U.S. airlines are hiking checked‑bag fees, with some routes charging more for two bags than the base fare. Overweight charges now start at $100 for bags over 50 lb, even if only a pound excess. Delta and JetBlue added a $3.50...
Peter Greenberg on “The Takeout”
Veteran travel journalist Peter Greenberg aired a CBS segment on the state of the airline industry from Gallup, New Mexico. The report was shot inside the historic El Rancho Hotel, a landmark on Route 66, and serves as a preview for his...