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25 Independent Bookstores We Love
Book Lovers Day is August 9. Today's independent bookstores aren’t just places of commerce. They’re destinations unto themselves. They have also taken on many of the roles that used to…
Introducing Frommer's Favorites: Our Picks for the Best in Travel
Travel writing often feels like an inherently bossy genre. More than other types of journalism, we rely a lot on the second-person imperative. Go here, not there, eat this, skip that,…
The Feline Takeover of the Roman Square Where Julius Caesar Was Assassinated
The spot in Rome where Julius Caesar was assassinated sits in a large sunken square a short distance south of the Pantheon.Known as Largo di Torre Argentina, the site contains the…
How to Commune with Street Cats When You Travel
International Cat Day is August 8. The following is a transcript of an interview featured on the Frommer’s Travel Show Podcast. Our guest was Jeff Bogle, author of Street Cats &…
For Book Lovers, This Site Generates Reading Recommendations for Wherever You’re Traveling
National Book Lovers Day is August 9.A great way to prepare for an upcoming trip—aside from getting your hands on the latest Frommer's guide for your destination, of course—is to read…
Traveler Warning: Texas Just Made It a Felony to Carry Most THC Products
If you regularly travel with THC gummies for physical comfort or as a sleep aid, you'd better remove them from your bags before you go to Texas, or you could wind up in prison. Going…
Microsoft Warning: Russian Hackers Are Targeting Travelers Using Hotel Wi-Fi
Russian hackers are targeting travelers around the world via hotel Wi-Fi systems, according to a security warning issued by Microsoft. The threat, dubbed "CaptiveCrunch," uses…
Another Cruise Line Is Selling Last-Minute Vacations for $79 a Day: Here's How
Two years ago, Frommer's told you about Holland America Line's last-minute discounts, which fill extra space on soon-to-be departing ships by offering head-turning bargains as steep as…
Towering Dunes, Black Sands, and Swimming Next to Skyscrapers: 5 Unique Midwest Beaches
We’re never going to deny the majesty of the ocean, but if your beachy experiences are limited to the coasts, you’re missing out.The Midwest isn’t just farmland and prairies. Thanks to…
Save Money by Booking the Oldest Cruise Ships: Here Are 3 from Each of the Big Lines
Some travelers turn up their noses at cruise ships that aren't the latest and greatest, but there's a quieter class of passengers who prefer older ships to the excessive, floating…
The Ultimate Oregon Coast Road Trip: A Weeklong Itinerary
The Oregon Coast is about 364 miles long. The main artery, U.S. Highway 101 , winds along the entire way, often with the ocean in view. On our leisurely weeklong itinerary, we’ll spend…
U.S. States with No Toll Roads—and the Worst State for Tolls
Since 2008, the U.S. Congress has failed to provide enough funding for the highways it previously authorized. Some states make up the difference through measures like gas taxes, but…
2026’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Mount Olympus, D-Day Beaches, and a U.S. Wildlife Refuge
A stronger recognition of underrepresented regions was a driving force during the annual World Heritage Committee session, which recently wrapped up in Busan, South Korea.With 2026's…
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Finally Has an Opening Date—but Will It Be Safe to Go There?
The long-in-the-works Guggenheim Abu Dhabi finally has an opening date. The Department of Culture and Tourism–Abu Dhabi announced this week that the modern and contemporary art museum…
Hey, Bay Area! Pauline Frommer Is Speaking at Sausalito Books by the Bay
Though I have no idea why anyone would ever want to escape the gorgeous little city of Sausalito, California, I'll be there on Aug. 6 to give tips for doing just that. The wonderful…
First-Time Flying: An Easy, Step-by-Step Checklist for Airport Newbies
Everyone you'll see at the airport flew for the first time once. If it's your turn to take your own maiden voyage and you're on your own, how will you know how to get from point A to…
A Top-Rated Travel Pillow Just Got Even Better: Our Review
Frommer’s editors independently assess all travel products featured on our site. In some cases, we may receive an affiliate commission from the purchase of products made from the links…
This Airline's New Headrest Could Change the Game in Economy Cabin Comfort
Some flyers might soon be able to ditch their dorky neck pillows once and for all.This week Dubai-based carrier Emirates announced it will retrofit most of its planes with “U-Dream”…
An Alternative to Airport Lounge Madness: Book a Day-Use Hotel Room Instead
Is there anything more frustrating than a 4-hour layover? It really is the worst of both worlds: not quite enough time to leave the airport and explore the city, but an eternity to sit…
Someone Should Warn You: Not All Disney World Parks Are Worth a Full Day Right Now
Walt Disney World is trying to reverse a long period of benign neglect and creative stagnation at its Florida resort by pouring billions into new attractions over the next decade or…
Eat at the London Locations of Amelia Dimoldenberg's Smash "Chicken Shop Date" Show
These days, Amelia Dimoldenberg makes a fortune putting A-listers at ease at the world's most scrutinized red carpet events like the Oscars, but she made her name interviewing them in…
Amtrak Expands Cheaper Night Owl Fares on the East Coast
The window for Amtrak's "Night Owl" fares is stretching perilously close to early-bird-special territory. The period of time when the national rail carrier offers discounted fares for…
These Are the Safest Caribbean Islands for Travelers, According to the U.S. Government and Other Sources
The safety situation for travelers in the Caribbean varies across the region's many islands, with crime rates improving here or worsening there based on economic conditions,…
Tick-Borne Diseases Are on the Rise. We Asked an Expert for Safety Tips
Bloodsucking parasites are having a great year. This spring, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that emergency room visits for tick bites were up more than 25%…
Europe Upgrades Flyer Rights with Free Luggage and More. Sorry, Americans.
After a yearslong process during which opposing interests got together and hammered out a compromise (remember how productive that can be?), the European Parliament has come up with a…