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High Boarding Group Number? Don't Panic—The Airlines Are Messing with You
Are you in Group 7 again? No need to fret. The airlines are trying to stress you out so you'll pay more.
After a Millennium, Bears and Wolves Return to British Woodland—and You Can Watch
Bears and wolves haven't shared space in British woodlands for more than 1,000 years. Due to deforestation and overhunting, the European brown bear disappeared from England in the 11th…
It's a Dino-Safari! The Greatest Dinosaur Attractions for Families
Fierce-looking emissaries from a long-ago world, dinosaurs fascinate kids and adults. Especially the giant ones: A single Barosaurus could nearly fill a basketball court and the…
Invading Dairyland: The Perfect 3-Day Wisconsin Cheese-a-Palooza Tour
Wisconsin loves dairy so much that there, wearing foam cheddar wedge-shaped hats is considered "normal behavior." But Wisconsinites have a good reason to boast: Theirs is the…
Family Cruising: The Ultimate Guide to Planning Cruise Vacations with Kids
It’s such a family-friendly formula: boatloads of food, entertainment, and enough activities for children and teens. That’s why cruising has been a mainstay of group getaways for more…
New York City Tour Packages: The Best, The Worst, and How to Find Them
Planning an affordable vacation in New York City is no easy trick. Booking your own accommodation comes at a cost: Gotham’s hotel rooms are the priciest not just in the United States,…
16 Reasons Why You Should Visit Northern Michigan
First off, it has Piper, the adorable mutt with a huge Instagram following. How many destinations can claim that even their airports are tons of fun? Those flying into Traverse City…
Where to Escape Crowds in Overtouristed Venice, Italy
Venice may be nicknamed La Serenissima , but it’s anything except serene in summer, when the historic center’s population can triple in size. Tourist numbers to the lagoon city have…
Free and Dirt-Cheap Things to Do in New York City
Seeing the sights in New York is often just a matter of turning the corner. Brass bands wailing at Chinatown street funerals, the latest fashions parading down the catwalk that is…
Best Places to Propose in New York City
In New York City , you don’t need to hire a flash mob to make sure your proposal lands. The city abounds with ultraromantic spots, perfect for nabbing that lifetime commitment. Here…
What Do Reindeer Do in the Summer? Attend Yoga Classes, Apparently.
Goat yoga classes, which combine breathing, posing, and snuggling with special guest ruminants, may be all the rage among limber animal lovers. But Alaska just upped the antlered…
Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas: A Photo Tour
After extensive refurbishing, Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas is ready to provide big thrills for passengers on island-hopping Caribbean cruises setting sail from Miami. Once…
Now Streaming: A Social Media–Themed Water Park near Orlando
A new water park with a social media theme has just opened next to Margaritaville Resort Orlando in central Florida.Dubbed Island H2O Live!, the park has eight water slides with names…
Redwoods, Beer, and Bigfoot: Exploring California’s Santa Cruz Mountains
For a serene outdoor experience near the San Francisco Bay Area, head into the Santa Cruz Mountains to discover redwood cathedrals, laid-back beach towns, and maybe even…
United Airlines Will Now Automatically Hold Some Connecting Flights for Late Passengers
Thanks to new technology, United Airlines will automatically hold some flights for passengers trying to make tight connections—and those passengers don't have to do anything extra…
The Worldwide Airline Ranking Is Out. Can You Guess Where U.S. Airlines Place?
If you have been aboard a flight operated by a U.S.-based airline lately—where the conditions are cramped and the only mood settings are anxious and angry—you will not be surprised to…
The American Economy is Losing Billions from the Current Trade War: Arthur Frommer
Supporters of the president’s trade war against China are undoubtedly unaware of the impact of that angry policy on the number of Chinese tourists visiting the United States. I have…
The President’s Ban on Travel to Cuba is an Odious Denial of Rights
The President of the United States has, in effect, blocked most Americans from visiting Cuba. In a recent directive, he prohibited the most popular means of going there (the cruise…
Animal Rescue Group Opens Its Own Hotel—Humans Allowed
An animal rescue organization is opening its own hotel, which won't just be pet-friendly—it'll be "pet-centric," according to a news release. Set to welcome two- and four-legged guests…
Richard Branson Touts His New Cruise, But What Is it Like, Asks Arthur Frommer
You can count on Sir Richard Branson to market his new ocean-going cruise ship, the Scarlet Lady, in an utterly unique fashion—and that’s what he has now done. Springing the funds…
Arthur Frommer: It's Smart to Make Sure Your Airbnb Host is at Home
A massive battle is being waged in courtrooms all over the world between supporters of short-term apartment rentals and cities wanting to put an end to those uses. The cities claim…
Our Travel Podcasts: Travel Bans and Flight Plans
Each week, Frommer's brings you two fresh podcasts stuffed with travel tips, news, and inspiration. Recordings are made from our weekly call-in show on WABC-770AM in New York and our…
How to See Chile When You Have Less Than a Week
How much does the average person know about Chile ? Culinary enthusiasts will smack their lips while describing Chilean sea bass and Colchagua Valley wines. History buffs may describe…
14 Top Girlfriend Getaways
Gather up those college roommates or far-flung female family members for a long-overdue girlfriend getaway of pampering and togetherness. From renting a farmhouse in Tuscany to taking…
London Airport Soon to Let You Keep Liquids and Laptops in Carry-Ons
If all goes as planned, travelers at London's Heathrow Airport will soon get to keep liquids and laptops in carry-on bags while passing through security checkpoints. The airport…