Peter Greenberg

The idea of Real ID has been around since shortly after the tragedy of 9/11. It provides enhanced identity verification for travelers, but the rule has continued to be delayed. Most recently, full enforcement has been pushed back until 2027.

It’s always been a confusing aspect of airline and airport security: when you’re going through TSA checkpoints, what actually constitutes a banned liquid?

If you’re like many Americans, chances are you’re on at least one medication.

This week’s broadcast of Eye on Travel is from Casa Primavera at Cabo Villas in Los Cabos in Baja California Sur. Peter has all the post-Thanksgiving travel updates, from air traffic to Amtrak…what worked, and what didn’t (and some surprises). International airfares keep dropping…and why. Also, a big change to Southwest Airlines’ landing rules. Jack Ezon, Founder of Embark Beyond, on post-holiday travel and what to look for in 2025, and his approach to traveler loyalty. Legendary travel advisor Anne Scully on the future of travel advisors in the brave new post pandemic world. And then a deeper dive into the culture and experiences in Los Cabos — starting with Marisa Comella, Executive Director of Los Cabos Children Foundation, who explains the mission and work they do to support children around the state, and how everyone can help. Chef Alex Branch discusses how his travels in the Persian Gulf led him to developing Mediterranean-inspired recipes in NAO, his Michelin-starred restaurant. And diver Alexander Schmidt Marquez explores the marine life surrounding Los Cabos — from sighting whales and sharks to the weirdest creature he’s ever seen. There’s all this and more on this week’s Eye on Travel.

It’s a city located just 35 miles south of Los Angeles. It’s known for its history, culture, and innovation, but most people never see it as they drive by on the freeeways. So I’m going to take you to, through, and above, my hidden gems of Santa Ana, California.

You have an airline reservation. You’ve picked your seat. But how far in advance should you actually check in for your flight?

This week’s broadcast of Eye on Travel is from the legendary Carlton hotel in Cannes, France and the International Luxury Travel Market. I have all the travel updates — new Air Canada rules on carry-on bags, elite status match from major airlines, and a surprising passenger survey on reclining passenger seats. Jason Wynn, Head of Travel at JPMorgan Chase, breaks down travel trends heading into 2025, and explains how we arrived at a “travel age”. Alexander Lobrano, American Expat & Author of Hungry for France and My Place at the Table, dishes on how French kitchens are opening up to the rest of the world — and what still makes something an American meal. JD O’Hara, CEO of Internova Travel Group, shares where people are looking to travel and why people are now searching for luxury experiences over luxury goods. Tom Rowntree, VP of Global Luxury & Lifestyle Brands at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), explains the true challenge of luxury hospitality, and how and why personal, human touch makes the difference. Farhad Heydari, Founder & CEO of House of Heydari, talks about some of the biggest issues facing airport management, from staffing to scheduling, and what it will take to find solutions. And Jane Mackie from IHG on the evolution, perhaps revolution in hotel room design in the post pandemic world. There’s all this and more on this week’s Eye on Travel.

This week, Peter answered your questions from the Carlton Cannes in Cannes, France. Peter answers your questions on refunds on cruises, baggage tracking devices, and more. Each week during our CBS Radio Show, Eye on Travel, Peter answers your travel questions. You can ask Peter your own travel questions by emailing him at [email protected] or tweeting him your questions @petersgreenberg (include #AskPeter).

I’ve always said that friends don’t let friends fly basic economy. And now, here’s another reason. Just when you thought airline charges couldn’t get worse, one airline will now start charging for carry-on bags.

This week’s broadcast of Eye on Travel is from the Puente Romano Beach Resort in Marbella, Spain, and the global summit of the Leading Hotels of the World. Peter has all the travel updates — the FAA Administrator resigning, as well as Peter’s predictions for travel in 2025, with some surprises. Then, Shannon Knapp, LHW’s...