Archived Articles on Travel
Peter Greenberg: Visiting Novi Sad
We are planning a trip to Novi Sad (Serbia) soon. I was wondering how you feel about this. Is it safe? What are some of the things that we should be sure to see? Please give us any insights. –Nancy, Hoffman, Ill.
August 7, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Enjoying the Real Ireland
I'm a 43-year-old single female interested in visiting Ireland. I am interested in learning how the locals live and hope to become a part of their life for the time I am there. Should I perhaps stay on farms or bed-and-breakfasts, or get a local guide to show me around? –Jackie, West Hartford, Conn.
August 6, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: International Student Identification Cards
Peter, I'm taking my 15-year-old grandson to London in July. Should I get an international student identification card for him? If so, what is the process for obtaining one? –Diane, Salem, N.H.
August 5, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Renting a Non-Smoking Car
Hi, Peter. I have never used Priceline or Orbitz, but I've been told I can save money using them to book rental cars. My concern is, can I be assured that I get a non-smoking car when using these sites? –Bruce Honolulu, Hawaii
August 4, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Recovering a Cruise Deposit
I booked a cruise on Holland America through Expedia.com and put down a $600 deposit. HA's "rules and advisories," as posted on Expedia, state that customers can get a full refund if canceling 76 days before the cruise date. When I tried to cancel 85 days beforehand, I was told by HA that I wasn't entitled to a refund because the 76-day policy listed on Expedia was wrong. It should have said 120 days. How do I get my $600 deposit back?
August 4, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: A Misleading Travel Policy
My parents spent over $9,000 on a trip to Europe and also paid $1,000 for travel insurance. The company told them that even if they canceled, their full value would be protected if they bought the insurance. A few weeks before departure, my dad had a serious heart attack, which left him unable to take the trip then or any time after. When we tried to get a refund, the company provided a credit for a future trip. We offered medical documentation, but the company says the credit is all it's required to provide. Can my parents get their money back?
August 3, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Peter on Using Travel Agents
Being a travel professional, I wonder why you don't always suggest an experienced travel agent. We spend endless hours training and will do all the legwork for clients. We are almost always quoting the exact same price clients get online, and isn't it better to deal with someone face-to-face? –Lynn, Stoneham, Mass.
August 3, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Amtrak's Northern and Southern Routes
Q: Hi, I would like to travel to the West Coast by train thru the Northern states and back through the Southern states. Is this possible by Amtrak? –Theresa Green Bay, Wis.
July 30, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Renting a Car for a Cross-Country Road Trip
My companion and I would like to find a good deal on driving a car cross-country from Pennsylvania to California and/or Washington state, stopping at points along the way to sightsee. Your article mentioned Auto Driveaway, but I think they require you go directly to your destination. What other suggestions would you have?
July 30, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
Peter Greenberg: Insurance for Rental Cars in Ireland
Hi, Peter. My 63-year-old sister and I (53 years) are looking to rent a car in Ireland to use during our vacation. The insurance is confusing. What do we really need? –Darlene Wildomar, Calif.
July 28, 2009
By: Peter Greenberg | Source: AARP.org
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