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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Montreal and Quebec City
One thing the province of Québec does exceptionally well is come up with citywide programs that foster community spirit, and 2010 has plenty of events ahead.
7 Places to Eat: New American to Old-School BBQ in Kansas City
It was never hard to find an excellent steak in Kansas City, but now homegrown chefs are returning from cooking abroad to interpret KC's heart-of-the-country honesty in refreshing new…
Exploring the Castle Gardens & Puddings of England's England
You'll find a lot to admire in the and other parts of the nation that some call the heart of England, and which local public relations people try to pass off as 'England's England.'
Flight Check: Toronto to Tel Aviv on EL AL
Since the thwarted airline attack on Christmas Day, many travelers have been asking why U.S. airlines can't have security like Israel's national carrier, EL AL. I'm one of them,…
Last Chance for a Unique Peru Experience With Rutahsa Adventures
Would you like to go where no travel packager has gone before -- and likely won't again? Rutahsa Adventures' June departure may very well its last.
Find a Cheaper Car Rental Rate Away From the Airport
You can save over half off the price on your next car rental if you skip the airport agencies, but this won't always lower your total cost. Here's why.
Fly Safe, Fly Smart: How To Dodge The Lines at Top U.S. Airports
According to the Transportation Security Administration, lines at security checkpoints aren't a problem any more. For those of us who've experienced otherwise, here are a few ways to…
Small Lines Make Mouths Water at Gourmet Beach Parties
Small boutique ships carry so few passengers that they can drop anchor off a deserted beach, pack their hampers, and bring everyone ashore for a picnic. Here are some of the best
Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Flight and a Missing Refund
Our reader's flight is canceled, but Expedia is dragging its feet on a refund. The reason? The airlines involved haven't sent the money to the agency yet. Why should our reader wait?
Why You May Be Better off With a Cash Back Credit Card Than a Frequent Flyer One
The bonus miles you can earn with an airline miles credit card can be tempting, but once you've collected the come on bonus, take a second look.
Park of the Week: Eugene O'Neill's Lonely Escape
Outside of San Francisco sits the home of playwright Eugene O'Neill, where he wrote his final and most memorable plays, namely, 'The Iceman Cometh,' 'Long Day's Journey Into Night' and…
Slope Spec: Lake Louise's Natural Wonders
Lake Louise's ski terrain drapes from mountain to mountain in an almost-European fashion. But unlike Europe, where villages nestle in valleys, Lake Louise is in the middle of Banff…
North American Ski Report: Seasonal Specials and Anniversary Celebrations
Mountains are meeting the challenges of the economy with reduced prices, special packages, and sweeteners to make your skiing escape cost less.
What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Sicily
In the spring of 2009, the Italian government in Rome finally approved the long-delayed initiative to create the world's largest suspension bridge, linking mainland Italy to the…
Transportation Department Steps Up Efforts in Aviation Consumer Protection
Even air travelers are impressed with the 'new' Department of Transportation, which, if you listen to the buzz, appears to be protecting consumers for the first time in years.
Visiting the Caribbean's Smaller, Cuter, & More Authentic Ports
I tend to prefer small ships, as well as the smaller, less flashy ports they can take you to, where everything runs at half-speed and there's a fair chance a chicken will wander across…
Our Favorite Picks: Embarkation Ports, Dream Cruises and Favorite Moments
Cruises are not created equal. Some offer better value or higher quality service than others, some are fancy schmancy and others are yee-haa casual. There's something for nearly…
What? You're Still Paying the Airlines to Carry Your Bags?
Now that the airlines have raised their fees for checked bags yet again, it's time to take another look at the alternative: shipping your bags.
Travel Troubleshooter: One Year Later, Still No Refund
Our reader cancels her flight when her father falls ill. He soon dies, and she hopes the airline will refund her nonrefundable ticket. Will the airline keep her money?
5 Easy Ways to Avoid a la Carte Anarchy When You Fly
It used to be so simple: The price you were quoted for an airline ticket, rental car or cruise used to be the price you actually paid. Here's how you can avoid being nickel and dimed.
Ask the Family Travel Expert: Disney World, Done Dirt Cheap
A family a five is looking for a Disney vacation for less. How can they stay at an on-site hotel and still stay within their budget?
Airport Report: Checking in on Mexico City's Budget Alternative
Toluca has been a convenient alternative for Mexicans since it opened in 2002 -- kind of like Burbank near Los Angeles -- but now that both Southwest and Continental offer non-stops…
7 Places to Eat: Portland, OR's Beer, Wine & Local Ingredients
Portland has it all: a vigorous local wine industry, great microbreweries, local farmers committed to sustainable agriculture, and a critical mass of talented chefs.
7 Trips You Should Never Book Online
Some vacations should never be booked through anyone but a travel agent, and a honeymoon is arguably one of them. But there are others, too, as travelers have discovered the hard way.
Help for Haiti: Resources You Can Trust to Help
Frommer's is about vacation travel but, in a crisis, it's important to offer support to those in need. Here are a few sure-fire ways that you can lend a hand.