Travel Detective with Peter Greenberg
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg offers insider access to the travel industry, deconstructing travel myths from the facts in segments from around the world. Plus "Hidden Gems" beyond the guidebooks; volunteer vacations; and "one-tank trips."
Travel Detective with Peter Greenberg Previous Broadcasts
Overtourism (Episode #407H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Aug 21, 2019 -- 12:00 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg tells us about some places around the world in which there are too many tourists visiting each year. Plus, it's Australia's third largest city with 283 days of sunshine annually, featuring a thriving music, art, and culinary scene: Greenberg shows you his hidden gems of Brisbane. And, in Northern Italy, correspondent Arnie Weissmann introduces us to a cruise ship excursion that will tempt your taste buds!
Crossing Border for Cheaper Airfare (Episode #406H)
KQED Plus: Mon, Aug 19, 2019 -- 3:30 PM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg tells us about a new bridge at the U.S. Mexican border allowing Americans to travel to Tijuana's airport for cheaper airfare. Plus, with new rules in effect, we tell you what you need to know before you travel to Cuba. And, some believe a specific hotel in Hungary was the inspiration for the Oscar-nominated film "The Grand Budapest Hotel." No matter what you think, correspondent Tracy Gallagher tells us why it's a true hotel with a past.
Best Airline Safety Videos (Episode #403H)
KQED Plus: Fri, Aug 16, 2019 -- 9:30 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg runs down the most entertaining and innovative airline safety videos. Plus, from famous residents, to the home of a classic children's book character - we reveal the untold story of the iconic, New York Plaza Hotel. And, it's known as the factory tour capital of the world. Greenberg shows you how to live like a local, in historic York County, Pennsylvania.
Crossing Border for Cheaper Airfare (Episode #406H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Aug 14, 2019 -- 12:00 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg tells us about a new bridge at the U.S. Mexican border allowing Americans to travel to Tijuana's airport for cheaper airfare. Plus, with new rules in effect, we tell you what you need to know before you travel to Cuba. And, some believe a specific hotel in Hungary was the inspiration for the Oscar-nominated film "The Grand Budapest Hotel." No matter what you think, correspondent Tracy Gallagher tells us why it's a true hotel with a past.
Hidden Gems of Jordan (Episode #405H)
KQED Plus: Mon, Aug 12, 2019 -- 3:30 PM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg takes you to the Middle East, to a country full of ancient archaeological and religious ruins. However, Jordan is more modern and westernized than you might imagine. And despite what you might think, now is the perfect time to visit. Plus, it's the capital of Wales, a port city filled with Medieval history. Greenberg shows you how to live like a local, in Cardiff. And, The Buccaneer Hotel on the island of St. Croix has its own compelling history, dating back to the Colonial era. Find out why it's a true hotel with a past.
Hidden Gems of Oahu (Episode #402H)
KQED Plus: Fri, Aug 9, 2019 -- 9:30 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg travels to Hawaii's most visited island, where he hits the water with a Hawaiian legend, shops like a local, and experiences the island's traditional art forms. Plus, airlines are getting more and more competitive, and innovative, when it comes to trying to win over business class passengers. We reveal some of the carriers' latest bells and whistles. And, airfare and hotels are the obvious line items budgeting for a vacation - - we give some pointers to figure out how much your trip will really cost.
Hidden Gems of Jordan (Episode #405H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Aug 7, 2019 -- 12:00 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg takes you to the Middle East, to a country full of ancient archaeological and religious ruins. However, Jordan is more modern and westernized than you might imagine. And despite what you might think, now is the perfect time to visit. Plus, it's the capital of Wales, a port city filled with Medieval history. Greenberg shows you how to live like a local, in Cardiff. And, The Buccaneer Hotel on the island of St. Croix has its own compelling history, dating back to the Colonial era. Find out why it's a true hotel with a past.
Hidden Gems of Ras Al-Khaimah (Episode #404H)
KQED Plus: Mon, Aug 5, 2019 -- 3:30 PM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg introduces us to an emirate in the UAE that most of you have never even heard of, called Ras Al-Khaimah. Plus, The Homestead in Virginia is the first resort ever built in the United States. Learn about its colonial heritage - it's a true hotel with a past. And, fans of "Game of Thrones" know Dubrovnik as the site of the fictional capital King's Landing. But, there's plenty more to see in this Croatian city, including medieval architecture, and gorgeous views of the Adriatic Sea.
Hidden Gems of Sydney (Episode #401H)
KQED Plus: Fri, Aug 2, 2019 -- 9:30 AM
CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg takes us down under to Australia's most populous city - beyond the Opera House and Bondi Beach - to show us places that only the locals know about. Plus, a rundown of the world's most traffic-congested cities. And, the World Happiness Report has a new country on top of that list, and we explain why it was chosen.
TV Technical Issues
-
KQED Transmitter will be off (03/06/2019)
KQED transmitter will off on March 6th at 3-6 at 3am-6am. This will disrupt over-the-air reception and DirectTV viewers. Comcast and Monterey reception will not be impacted.
-
KQED FM on Comcast services
KQED FM and other radio channels were recently dropped from Comcast’s local cable offerings. Affected users can still listen to KQED at 88.5 FM on their radios, or listen to the live stream at kqed.org/listenlive or by downloading the KQED app, or on smart speakers.
-
KQED DT9, Sutro Tower ? Mon 8/20 thru Fri 8/24/18
Engineers at Sutro Tower in San Francisco will be doing their annual maintenance work 9am-4pm Mon 8/20 through Fri 8/24. All stations transmitting from Sutro Tower will be dropping to half-power each day, and perhaps moving from main antennas at the top of the tower to auxiliary antennas at the “waist” (middle) of the tower … Continue reading KQED DT9, Sutro Tower – Mon 8/20 thru Fri 8/24/18
TV ? Transmitter Status
To view previous issues and how they were resolved, go to our TV Technical Issues page.
KQED DTV Channels
KQED 9 / KQET
Channels 9.1, 54.2, 25.1
XFINITY 9 and HD 709
Wave, DirecTV, Dish Network, AT&T U-verse:
Channel # may vary, labeled as KQED, or as KQET in the 831 area code.
Outstanding PBS programming, KQED original productions, and more.
All HD programs
KQED Plus / KQEH
Channels 54.1, 9.2, 25.2
XFINITY 10 and HD 710
Wave, DirecTV, Dish Network, AT&T U-verse:
Channel # may vary, labeled as KQEH
KQED Plus, formerly KTEH.
Unique programs including the best British dramas, mysteries, and comedies.
PBS Kids
Channel 54.4, 25.4, and 9.4
XFINITY 192 (Monterey/Salinas 372 and Sacramento/Fairfield 391)
Wave: Channel # may vary.
Quality children's programming. Live streaming 24/7 at pbskids.org.
KQED World
Channel 9.3, 54.3 and 25.3
XFINITY 190 Monterey/Salinas 371 and Sacramento/Fairfield 390)
Wave: Channel # may vary.
Thought-provoking television — public affairs,
local and world events, nature, history, and science.