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Article / Money and Fees

Broadsided! 5 New Car Rental Fees to Avoid

Beleaguered auto rental firms are quietly adding new surcharges designed to lift revenues in a recessionary economy. Here are five charges that could sideswipe you on your next trip.

Article / Food and Drink

Baker's Dozen: Top Spots for Food and Wine Lovers

Find culinary hot spots -- cooking schools, restaurants, vineyards and distilleries, coffee plantations, and patisseries -- in 13 destinations across the globe.

Article / Local Experiences

Mexico Report: Swine Flu and the City

Mexico City has come to a standstill as transport and tourist sites have gone unused or closed down. Here's what you can expect on the ground.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Still Waiting for My Refund

A death in the family leads our traveler to cancel her trip. She may be entitled to a refund, but Lufthansa won't say 'yes' or 'no.' What can she do?

Article / Arts and Culture

Top 10 Destinations for Opera Lovers

From Milan's Teatro alla Scala to the desert setting of Santa Fe's theater, we bring you the best places around the world to hear opera.

Article / Arts and Culture

The Poetry of Living: Visit Pablo Neruda's Homes in Chile

The Chilean poet was a writer, diplomat, dissident and all-round bon vivant. Pay homage with a visit to three homes where his spirit, personality, and joie de vivre live on.

Article / Miscellaneous

Tips for Making Your Next Trip Greener -- No Matter Where You Go

It makes sense that travelers often feel an urge to protect the planet they're so intent on seeing. Here are tips for being more environmentally conscious while traveling.

Article / Hotels

7 Spring Hotel Specials: Deal or No Deal?

It seems that hotels are giving away rooms to keep their occupancy levels up in this down economy. Here is a handful of specials at popular chain hotels and what you need to know about…

Article / Cruise

River Boat Cruising: The Slowest Ride You'll Ever Love

The un-cruise of cruising has an allure all it's own. Here's what you need to know before you decide if a river boat trip is right for you.

Article / Cruise

Revenge at Sea: 5 Ways Passengers Are Getting Even with Cruise Lines

Cruises may be cheaper, but fees are rising, and the on-board hard sell has become the standard. Here are five ways their customers are channeling the Captain and getting even with the…

Article / Cruise

Ports of Call: A Foodie Day in Vancouver

If you stop long enough to smell the coffee, you'll find this bayside city to be one of the most beautiful, friendly, and modern in North America -- and one of the tastiest, too.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Uh-Oh! When Optional Car Rental Insurance Isn't

When our reader checks in at the Hertz counter in Zagreb, she's told more insurance is mandatory even though she was fully covered before her trip. Should Hertz provide a refund?

Article / Local Experiences

First-Class Second Cities: Where to Go Instead

So you're headed to London again, or maybe even Paris. They're great, sure. But if you're looking for an alternative to save money or expand your horizons, try one of these second…

Article / Family & Kids

Taking the Kids to National Junior Ranger Day

There's no better way to spur a child's interest in nature and national parks than this weekend's National Junior Ranger Day, when 300-plus Junior Ranger programs around the country…

Article / Family & Kids

Baby, Come Fly with Me: Stress-Free Airtime for the New Jet Set

With help from our readers, we've assembled a super collection of tried-and-tested tips to make sure your little angel is smiling when she earns her wings.

Article / Local Experiences

10 Tips for Visiting the U.S. Capitol

To enrich the already goosebump-raising experience of glimpsing the Capitol's hallowed halls and history, we hereby make the following recommendations.

Article / Hotels

How to Book a Suite: Top Tips from Chain Hotels

Finding an affordable suite can be harder than it seems. We called around to major hotel chains to discover suites under $200 across the U.S. Here's what you need to know.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Get Wild: 7 Parks for Spotting Wildlife

Which is the best national park in the Lower 48 to view wildlife? There's more than one place in the National Park System where you can feel like you're on a safari.

Article / Local Experiences

Photo Slideshow: Exploring Italy's Piedmont Region

Piedmont offers a little bit of everything: Skiing, wine, culinary delights, biking and outdoor activities galore, a bounty of natural beauty, and, of course, history.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Portable St. Maarten/St. Martin, Anguilla & St. Barts

The islands rebuild and refresh after Hurricane Omar's visit in the form of new and spruced up hotels, restaurants, and services.

Article / Money and Fees

Our Own Worst Enemy: 5 Types of Travelers That Are Killing Tourism

Are lousy tourists sinking an entire industry? Here are five ways bad travelers can ruin the fun for everyone.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

What New Protection Rules Really Mean for U.S. Parks

It was a long time in coming, but when Congress finally passed the massive Omnibus Public Lands Bill of 2009 late in March it extended enormous protections for public lands in general…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Yosemite's Greatest Hits

It's one of the nation's most visited parks, but that doesn't mean you're going to be overwhelmed with the crowds: over 95% of visitors visit less than 5% of the park. How to make the…

Article / Local Experiences

How to Join the World's Largest Music Festival -- in Milwaukee?

When someone says she's promoting 'the world's largest music festival,' then says it's in Milwaukee, the skeptic in you asks 'Says who?' In any case, judging by the 2008 event, it's a…

Article / Hotels

Gearing up for Summer in U.S. National Parks

U.S. parks are getting ready for busy season with great deals and lots of activities. And there are still several pre-rush specials available to entice early bookers.