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Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg

CBS News 601 Episodes Mar 11, 2026

Eye on Travel with Peter Greenberg is a weekly travel news program hosted by veteran travel journalist Peter Greenberg, who serves as travel editor for CBS News. Each episode originates from a different location around the world, with local experts sharing their favorite finds and hidden gems. Greenberg covers current travel news, trends, and practical advice drawn from his decades of front-line reporting. Listeners also get tips and recommendations they can apply to their own trips.

Episodes

How are Americans reacting to disruptions in travel and global events?
How are Americans reacting to disruptions in travel and global events? Mar 11, 2026 2000 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Richmond, Virginia. Peter explores how Americans react as travelers to disruptions in travel and global events with Founder of Embark Beyond Jack Ezon. Then, Peter takes a look at how the real travel numbers are affected with Amir Eylon - President and CEO of Longwoods International. Finally, a look back at how artists impact how we se
Is anyone going to the World Cup? Plus, travel hotspots for the year, and Peter's trip down memory lane
Is anyone going to the World Cup? Plus, travel hotspots for the year, and Peter's trip down memory lane Mar 4, 2026 2029 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Park Hyatt Del Sol in Los Cabos BCS. What is happening with the World Cup? Is anyone going to go? What about the other hotspots for the year? Matt Berna - SVP of the Americas for Intrepid Travel - has the numbers and his hotspot wish list. Then, Peter sits down with Mike Lever - Proprietor of Nautilus Dive Adventures and Baja Expedi
Airports and flight safety from the left side of the plane, an update on the airlines, and how not to book a cruise
Airports and flight safety from the left side of the plane, an update on the airlines, and how not to book a cruise Feb 25, 2026 1954 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter takes a look at airports and flight safety - from the left seat of the plane - with Patrick Smith - Founder of AskThePilot.com. Then, a chat with Founder of Elliott Report Chris Elliott on which airlines might actually make it this year and which might fail in the process. Finally, Gary Leff - Founder of ViewFromtheWing.com - shares
Is airline status still worth it?
Is airline status still worth it? Feb 18, 2026 2071 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter breaks down some sobering and surprising numbers when it comes to global travel this year with Gloria Guevara -  Interim President and CEO of WTTC. Then, is airline status still worth it? Managing Editor for the Points Guy Clint Henderson weighs in. Finally, AI expert Gilad Berenstein stops by with a report of the frontlines of the b
2026 travel hotspots, why we are traveling to certain places, and more
2026 travel hotspots, why we are traveling to certain places, and more Feb 11, 2026 2110 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter takes a look at the hotspots for 2026 with Pauline Frommer - Editorial Director at Frommer’s. Then, Jess Petitt - SVP, Strategy, Insights & Full Service Brands - joins the program to discuss not only where and why we are going. Finally, a look inward when it comes to our travel choices with British author Pico Iyer.
Air safety,  airline ticket hacks, airline mergers, and more
Air safety, airline ticket hacks, airline mergers, and more Feb 4, 2026 1828 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, it is time for a look back and a look forward to this new year of travel. Bill McGee - Senior Fellow for Aviation American Economic Liberties Project - stops by to discuss air safety. Then, Peter switches gears to chat about airline tickets hacks with Zach Griff -  Founder of FromTheTrayTable. Finally, take a look at airline mergers and fa
Hotels, travel advisors, foreign visitors, and more
Hotels, travel advisors, foreign visitors, and more Jan 28, 2026 3303 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The Waldorf Astoria in Washington, DC. Peter sits down with  Chris Nassetta - President and CEO of Hilton - for an extended conversation on the state of the global hotel industry. Then, Zane Kerby - President & CEO at The American Society of Travel Advisors - stops by with his predictions in the world of travel for 2026. Finally, Pr
Survival: in your hotel room, in the restaurant business, in the skies and beyond
Survival: in your hotel room, in the restaurant business, in the skies and beyond Jan 21, 2026 2376 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, Peter takes a different look at survival : in the restaurant business, in the skies, and even in your hotel room.  Drew Nieporent - legendary American Restaurateur and Author of “I’m Not Trying to be Difficult” joins the program to tell his story of survival amidst the high failure and burnout rates in the restaurant industry. Then, Peter
What is 2026 really looking like for travelers? Ticket prices,  America250, and more
What is 2026 really looking like for travelers? Ticket prices, America250, and more Jan 14, 2026 1685 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from Tampa Bay, Florida. What is 2026 really looking like for travelers? Amir Eylon - The President and CEO of Longwoods International - has done the research and joins Peter for a conversation about who is coming to the US, who is not, who is celebrating America’s 250th birthday, and much more. Then, a view from the cockpit as Captain Denni
Was the "golden age of air travel" really golden?
Was the "golden age of air travel" really golden? Jan 7, 2026 2715 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, join Peter for a discussion about the realities of the “golden age of air travel” with Gary Leff - The Founder of ViewFromTheWing.com. Then, Scott McCartney - Travel Editor Emeritus of the Wall Street Journal and Host of the Airlines Confidential Podcast - stops by with an update on the current state of airline affairs including operationa
A deep dive into luxury travel, airport lounges, and more
A deep dive into luxury travel, airport lounges, and more Dec 31, 2025 2305 On this week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg, a look at how the 1% travel and an update on true luxury travel around the world. Jack Ezon - The Founder of EMBARK Beyond - sits down with Peter to discuss the new definitions of luxury and sustainability. Then, Tom Rowntree -  VP Global Luxury Brands - Six Senses, Regent, InterContinental and Vignette Collection - provides the hotel pers
A frontline cruise report, the latest on cruise entertainment, and more from the Celebrity Xcel
A frontline cruise report, the latest on cruise entertainment, and more from the Celebrity Xcel Dec 24, 2025 2125 This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from onboard the Celebrity Xcel during its inaugural sailing. It is the latest ship to sail as the cruise industry is now booming with record passenger numbers and new ships of every size and pedigree. Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly Arnie Weissmann joins the show with a frontline report on the latest cruise trends. Then, Peter sits down wi

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