Simon Peter Groebner
Travel Editor
TravelSimon Peter Groebner is Travel editor for the Minnesota Star Tribune, finally giving him an answer to the question, "What are you going to do with that geography degree?" His general approach to travel is to go to a country/state/region and ask, "Where is the weird island?" He lives in Minneapolis and enjoys cycling, sailing and the Twin Cities arts scene. As special sections editor, he also produces such issues as The Good Life, State Fair Guide and Top Workplaces. Previously he was editor of Vita.mn, the Star Tribune's entertainment magazine, and entertainment editor for StarTribune.com.
Latest from Simon Peter Groebner
More travel deals for Minnesotans on Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday
Delta, Sun Country, Icelandair and Minnesota resorts have some specials for the post-Black Friday sales week.
December 1, 2025
Winter vacationers have a record 19 warm destinations nonstop from MSP
San Juan, St. Martin and Los Cabos are among the getaways we’re dreaming of this winter. Plus: MSP finally gets the Bahamas, and Delta has a so-so Black Friday deal.
November 20, 2025
Delta is selling a new ticket: Comfort Basic
The new fare offers extra legroom and fewer frills for a lower price. Sounds intriguing, but there’s a catch or two.
November 17, 2025
What to do if your MSP flight might be affected by cuts
Airline passengers are entitled to a full refund if their flight is canceled.
November 7, 2025
Where to honor the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald
Memorials to the ill-fated freighter and historic sites are scattered across the Lake Superior region.
November 6, 2025
What it takes to see the Vikings in London at the last minute
Airfare and game tickets are still available for Oct. 5. Here’s what it’ll cost.
September 29, 2025
Sun Country unveils revamped credit card and a new status tier
The Sun Country Visa Signature’s 25,000-point intro bonus can get you a $250 jump-start on your winter getaway. Is the card worth it?
September 25, 2025
Getting away for MEA? Last-minute flight options for the long weekend
We found flights for under $300 to several top destinations for the Minnesota school break on Oct. 16.
September 23, 2025
Spirit Airlines is down to only two destinations from MSP
Ultra-low-cost carrier once served more than a million fliers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport a year.
September 10, 2025
Delta Medallion status rules unchanged for next year
The sweet spots for earning MQDs are also intact.
August 27, 2025
Google Flights now lets you filter out basic economy
You can search for trips within the U.S. or Canada.
August 22, 2025
Gunflint Lodge, a classic Minnesota getaway, marks 100 years on the trail
Generations of owners and guests have carried on the legacy of Justine Kerfoot and her original lodge in the heart of the Boundary Waters.
August 9, 2025
