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Peter Greenberg: Valentine's Day Balloon Ride Over California Wine Country

A Seattle reader, Robert Carlisle, celebrates his 50th wedding anniversary on Valentine's Day, and he asks Peter Greenberg for advice on taking his wife on a romantic hot-air-balloon ride over the California wine country.

February 5, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Finding a Hotel to Welcome Fido

I'm driving from Chicago to Palm Springs, Ca., with my golden retriever. When I travel, I have to phone each motel to ask whether or not it accept dogs. Is there a Web site where I can find this out without having to make all those calls? –Debra Brinkworth, Northbrook, Ill.

February 4, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Staying Put to Avoid the Flu?

I hear so much about swine flu on the news. What should I do to keep from getting sick? Are there any hot spots that I should avoid? –Eva Jones, Chesterfield, Mo.

February 3, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Tips on Driving Rental Cars in Europe

Although it's possible to rent a car long-term in Europe, there are a number of restrictions that may make taking the train a better option.

February 2, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Cell-Phone Calls at Sea

Q: My husband and I are going on a cruise, and we need to use our phones while out at sea and at port. We have AT&T, but the roaming charges are crazy! Is there another way of using a cell or satellite phone to stay connected while at sea? –Pearl Gusewich, Sunrise, Fla.

February 1, 2010

Peter Greenberg Video: Spa Cuisine

It used to be going to a health spa meant eating nothing but carrot sticks and cottage cheese. But these days, not only does spa cuisine taste much better, but you can learn to make it yourself.

January 29, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Handling Currency Conversion for Travel in Cuba

With the U.S. sanctions against Cuba, what is the best way for an American to obtain currency for a visit there?

January 29, 2010

Peter Greenberg: U.S. Hotel Discounts for Frequent Guests

My wife and I are retired and are planning to take some trips by car to see the country. Are there hotel chains or groups that offer special packages if we use them to stay overnight as we travel across the country, or are senior-citizen discounts our only option? –Tom Rock, Claremont, N.H.

January 28, 2010

Peter Greenberg Video: Ask Before You Stay

If you want a comfortable, quiet hotel stay, be sure to ask these two essential questions before you check in.

January 26, 2010

Peter Greenberg: Italian Tours With a Foodie Twist

We are planning a trip to Italy and were thinking of taking an escorted tour. Our son is a culinary student, so a plan that would include culinary and wine tastings would be great. Any recommendations? –Joanne Willmot, Lewiston, N.Y.

January 27, 2010

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