December 22, 2007
Los Angeles
Aviation photojournalist David Maxwell followed the Airbus 380 around the world from its initial testing to the inaugural flight. He shares his stories from behind the scenes of the super jumbo jet.
Looking for secret hotels? Budget Travel editor Erik Torkells gives us the scoop from his new book, Secret Hotels: Extraordinary Values in the World’s Most Stunning Destinations.
Want to know more about wine, beer and cheese? Meet Scott Kerkmans, Chief Beer Officer for Four Points by Sheraton, and Laurent Schenk, Maître Fromager (roughly: Master of Cheese) at Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa as they fill you in on the some of the hottest culinary trends (and how they scored such cool jobs!).
Plus, we’ll hear breaking airline news from Mike Boyd of the Boyd Group, and Cindy Loose of the Washington Post tells us a heartwarming travel story for the holiday season.
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Saturday, December 15
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Broadcasting straight from the Caribbean isles, Peter brings the St. Thomas sunshine closer to you:
Capt. Arnoldo Falcoff, owner of the Patagon Dive Center, tells us how to dive among those pesky sharks without fear.
Felipe Ayala Jr., Chairman of the Historic Preservation Commission, takes us on a walking tour to showcase the island’s quirky charm and rich history. Check out the interview with Ayala here.
Confused about the new passport rules for traveling to and from the Caribbean? Lyn Freehill, tourism and development reporter of the Virgin Islands Daily News, gives us the latest facts.
Plus, John Newton, news editor of Travel + Leisure Magazine tells us about the best and worst airports of the year, while Johnny Jet lets us know how to find love on the road.
Saturday, December 8
Washington D.C.
Live from the nation’s capital, Peter speaks with Del Wilber Quentin, aviation reporter for the Washington Post about keeping the airways clear and planes operating smoothly this holiday season.
Shaken, not stirred. We all have our own James Bond fantasies. Peter Earnest, former CIA agent and founder of D.C.’s International Spy Museum shares his own secrets.
Historian and author Mary Kay Ricks talks about the city’s hidden past and landmarks that adventurous travelers can still find today.
Plus, Dara Khosrowshahi, President and CEO of Expedia tells us what is really going on behind the scenes in the world of travel.
Saturday, December 1
Aventura, Florida
Live from Aventura, city founder and developer Don Soffer tells how us he transformed a 785-acre tract of marshland into one of the most sought-after addresses in Florida. www.turnberry.com
The “Three Guys from Miami”—brothers-in-law Raúl Musibay, Glenn Lindgren and Jorge Castillo—are on a mission: to preserve and promote Cuban culture! These Cuban guys tell us all we need to know about Cuban culture, food, art and nightlife in Miami. www.icuban.com
Check out an interview with Jorge Castillo here.
And, AnneLise Sorensen, Senior Editor at Rough Guides tells us how to Make the Most of Your Time on Earth. Through 1,000 memorable experiences, including drinking yak butter tea, Sorensen takes us on a journey you will never forget.
Plus, we’ll hear breaking travel news from Darren Everson of the Wall Street Journal and Chris Shea of the Boston Globe.
