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Princess Reports Passengers' Favorite Alaska Excursions -- and We Report Ours

Princess Cruises has announced the winners of its ninth annual C.R.U.I.S.E. service awards, which recognize Alaska's best shore excursions. We've added our own perspective -- and…

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: Haunted Hotels Fit for All

Almost every historic hotel has at least one tale of a spirit haunting the premises. Since historic doesn't always mean accessible, here are a few haunted properties that will work for…

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: A Married Name, A Singular Headache

When our newly married flyer puts the wrong name on her airline ticket the carrier demands $400 to get it right. Is that right?

Article / Family & Kids

Fall Farm Stays for the Whole Family

If foliage isn't enough to keep your kids interested on a weekend away, perhaps you need to plan a trip that combines the beauty of the countryside with activities, participation, and…

Article / Family & Kids

Pennsylvania for Active Families: 6 Fun Adventures in the Great Outdoors

With more than its share of mountains and raging rivers, Pennsylvania isn't short on outdoor thrills, but we found six that are as kid-friendly as they are gorgeous.

Article / Arts and Culture

Find the Treasures: 6 European Art Museum Adventures

'500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up' highlights the best trips for parents and children alike, including these six excellent continental art destinations.

Article / Cruise

October's Prize: Win a Cruise for Two to Scandinavia!

Frommers.com and www.goscandinavia.com/citybreaks are sending one lucky winner & a guest on a cruise to Scandinavia! Register now to win this vacation!

Article / Road Trips

Highway 1: The Route to the Best of Maine

Historic cities, landmark lighthouses, quintessential lobster shacks, and antique emporiums, make for an idyllic New England journey.

Article / Miscellaneous

Travel Writing 101: Becoming an Expert

Want to get a writing assignment? Make a name for yourself by developing expertise based on geography and curiosity.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

3 Ways to Deal With Emergency Travel

What happens when you a family member's health fails and you have to alter your flight plans or cancel part of a trip altogether? Here's what happened to three relatives.

Article / Local Experiences

Creative Escapes: Improving Your Images in Southern France

Want to improve your vacation photos? Here's one way to combine your curiosity with your desire to travel.

Article / Cruise

Cruising Carnival Victory to Canada: 10 Tips to Make it Work

With first-time cruisers along for the ride, we had pressure to make this a wonderful debut. So from the start I started trouble-shooting a list of ways to do so from the start.

Article / Air Travel

New Sites Make Booking Low-Fare European Airlines Easier

Europe's many low-fare airlines don't show up on major search engines. Now, new search engines let you scan low-fare airlines more easily than ever -- even hooking them up with flights…

Article / Cruise

Galveston Whacked by Hurricane Ike: Historic Sites Damaged, Port Closed, Ships Rerouted

On September 12-13, Hurricane Ike and its related storm surge hit the Texas port city of Galveston like a hammer, wrecking homes and businesses -- including it's port -- downing trees…

Article / Local Experiences

What's Hot -- and What's Spicy -- in Albuquerque, NM

There's more to Albuquerque than its position as the center of southwestern cuisine par excellence. It is a thriving arts and cultural mecca, the melting pot of rich Indian and…

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Pick Up the Phone, Pay Twice the Price

Our reader runs into a snag when he tries to buy an airline ticket online for his mother. So he calls the online agency and is sold a ticket that costs twice the online rate. Do rates…

Article / Road Trips

Hog Heaven: Motorcycle Adventures in the Smoky Mountains

The roads around the Smoky Mountains were made for motorcycles and exploring the Smokies on two wheels gives you the freedom to discover the region at your own pace.

Article / Money and Fees

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Not Getting Bumped

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you make the most of every trip. This time around, find out how you can avoid getting bumped, or at least make…

Article / Local Experiences

L.A.'s Five Best Sights for Tourists

These spots may get a bum rap among locals but, hey, there's nothing wrong with being a tourist. Here's how to pare down what's really worth your precious time in this sprawling…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Point Reyes National Seashore

Just 30 miles northwest of San Francisco, Point Reyes National Seashore is a mass of forests and seaside splendor that occupies all of a hundred square mile peninsula balanced on the…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

How to Make a Quick Trip to Acadia National Park

Located on Mount Desert Island on Maine's stunningly beautiful mid-coast, Acadia offers a variety of spectacular locations to visit -- even for a day tripper or windshield tourist.

Article / Local Experiences

L.A.'s Ten Best Sights for Tourists

These spots may get a bum rap among locals but, hey, there's nothing wrong with being a tourist. Here's how to pare down what's really worth your precious time in this sprawling…

Article / Local Experiences

How to Eat Your Way Through China Without Leaving Canada

The Vancouver area has the largest Chinese population outside of Asia, and the town of Richmond is the focal point. Small wonder that it has over 400 Asian restaurants that delight…

Article / Hotels

Hotel Alternatives That Could Save You Big Bucks

There's probably no better way of pinching your vacation pennies than sleeping on a friend's sofa or camping out. But you don't have to rough it to afford your next getaway.

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: Accessible Rail Tours Top Fall Travel Picks

Variety is truly the keyword when it comes to rail travel; and fall is prime time to experience these wheelchair-accessible rail tours through Canadian and U.S. parks.