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Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Cruise, a Missing Refund

The trip cancellation policy for her European river cruise promises a full refund, but when our reader tries to recover the money from the operator, she's turned down. What are her…

Article / Family & Kids

Family Vacation Finance 101: 10 Ways to Boost Your Trip-Funding Smarts

The least fun part of planning a vacation is figuring out how to pay. But coming up with a plan is empowering, and can involve the entire family.

Article / Local Experiences

Seeing Italy Through Children's Eyes

Traveling with children in Italy is more asset than liability, as the country is more hospitable than most when it comes to family travel. Here are six different ways to visit.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Affordable Tropical Beach Vacations for the Family

From Tahiti to the Caymans: Even some of the most exotic destinations have made concessions and are offering incentives to bring your family over.

Article / Local Experiences

Photo Slideshow: Navigating the New Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech is steadily moving up the list of the world's hippest cities, both a blessing and a curse -- for every luxury riad or world-class restaurant, there's a scamming tour guide or…

Article / Food and Drink

Barbecue Basics: Where to Go for the Best in the U.S.

From North Carolina to Kansas, and Texas to New York City: We took an informal poll of several barbecue lovers across the U.S. to tell us about the barbecue places they like best.

Article / Local Experiences

5 Global Gambling Destinations to Try Your Luck

Seek your fortune -- or maybe just enough for a buffet dinner -- with a roll of the dice, a spin of the wheel, a hand of cards, or a pull of a lever.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Fake Travel Insurance? 6 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Policy

How do you avoid buying a policy that can't -- or won't -- cover you? Here are six questions to ask before signing on the dotted line.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Healthy Travel

In this series of tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share some insight about taking care of yourself while on the…

Article / Other Discounts

April's Prize: Win a Trip for Two to Black Hills, South Dakota

Frommers.com and Black Hills Vacations are sending one lucky winner and a guest to The Black Hills. Register now to win this vacation.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

5 U.S. National Parks that Are Ready for Spring

The spring is the perfect time for the wildlife habitats that come alive in the Rockies and the desert parks of the Southwest -- as Goldilocks likes it, not too cold and not too hot.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Lakes and Islands at Isle Royale National Park

Our National Park System is full of glorious places, and of ways to reach them. Many are easy to visit, a few difficult. Isle Royale National Park, located in the northwest corner of…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Two Blossoming National Parks for the Sights and Scents of Spring

As the days become warmer, National Parks in the southwest and the southeast come to life with an explosion of color and the aroma of fresh wildflowers.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Charged Twice for My Cayman Island Hotel

Our reader's travel agency goes bust without paying her hotel and the resort wants her to pay for her stay -- again. Can't her credit card protect her against a double billing?

Article / Hotels

Try These New Hotel Brands From Names You Know

As the hotel industry reels from the current recession, you might be surprised to find some brand-new hotel chains out there while you're shopping for a place to stay in Las Vegas, New…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

The Best Ways to Get Out in Los Angeles

L.A.'s blessed climate is one of the nation's most inviting for outdoor play, regardless of season. Here are nine ways to get out there year round.

Article / Local Experiences

A Last-Minute Winter Getaway in Reno-Tahoe

Reno has become a culturally diverse mecca that draws annual visitors, as well as new residents and businesses looking for a vibrant place to live and play.

Article / Local Experiences

Download and Go: Do-it-Yourself Walking Tours of Great Cities

Before you set out on that next great world tour, you may want to spend a little time scouring the internet for specialized, themed, and generalist tours of your favorite destinations.

Article / Local Experiences

5 Things You Don't Know About Paris

With a little bit of insider information, travelers can discover the affordable side of the French capital, while still enjoying its many pleasures.

Article / Money and Fees

Before You Travel: 4 Crazy Rules You Need to Know

The travel industry loves to 'forget' important facts about its products. Here are the top clauses your company may not disclose -- and what you need to know about them.

Article / Cruise

A Year of Cruising: The Good, The Bad, and the Cheesy

In the spirit of offering both praise and constructive criticism, here's ten cents about nine great and not-so-great cruise moments on six sailings from the past year.

Article / Cruise

Mississippi Riverboat Cruising Isn't Dead, but It Sure Ain't Healthy

For the first time since the early 19th century, there are no river ships offering full-service overnight cruises on the Mississippi -- and no one is jumping in to fill the void.

Article / Food and Drink

Up On The Roof: The Best Hotel Bar Terraces in New York City

When the weather turns warm, New Yorkers get on the elevator and head to the roof. They're rewarded with magnificent views, cooling breezes, and refreshing (if overpriced) beverages.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Now That's a Change Fee!

The tickets our reader buys for a vacation to Tanzania are refundable with a change fee, but she doesn't know the fee is a quarter of the cost. Is she going to lose thousands of…

Article / Winter Sports

Global Ski Resort: Prices Drop as the Season Ends

Whistler stretches its season and lowers its rates, Tahoe extends deals to 2009-2010 early birds, Zermatt makes Swiss skiing more affordable, and other special offers around the world.