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Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: Get Your Access Pass and Head to a National Park

You can't ramp Mother Nature, but these U.S. treasures are still very inviting to wheelchair-users and slow walkers, and a revamped Access Pass makes visits very affordable vacation…

Article / Money and Fees

3 Biggest Mistakes Business Travelers Make

These so-called 'road warriors' aren't necessarily as smart as they look. If they were, then why would they spend half their lives on the road?

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: A Bill, But No Reservation

Our reader uses Orbitz to reserve a hotel room, but when he tries to reconfirm, he's told there's no reservation. He makes a new one, then gets billed for two. Is there any hope for a…

Article / Family & Kids

How to Have a Road Trip Without Breaking the Bank

The great American road trip is on -- even with the high cost of gas. Frommers.com reveals where to drive to without breaking the bank.

Article / Local Experiences

9 Ways to Treat Yourself at San Francisco Spas

San Franciscans have a long tradition of knowing how to pamper themselves, from yesteryear's baths to getting rubbed and polished at modern hotel and day spas. Find out how to treat…

Article / Local Experiences

Cruising Old Canada Road, Maine's Forgotten Byway

This National Scenic Byway runs along US Route 201, following the river trading routes of the Abenaki Tribe and the path followed by Benedict Arnold when he laid siege to the French…

Article / Local Experiences

Tree-Sitting, Sand-Sculpting, Salmon-Chasing, and More Ways to Spend Fall

It may feel hot right now, but autumn is just around the corner. Plan an escape around a fun fall festivals or exciting event.

Article / Local Experiences

See Africa Through Festivals, Photo Safaris, Bushwalks and More

Skip the standard safaris and city escapes for unique opportunities in Mali, Madagascar, Togo, Egypt, and more destinations.

Article / Money and Fees

Mad at the Airlines? 4 Ways to Get Even

So how do you exact revenge on the worst offenders of the fee-happy, rule-breaking, terribly run airline industry? Here are your options.

Article / Local Experiences

Monkey Banquets, Air Expos, and 3 More Fall Events

Autumn brings a feast of culturally fascinating and colorful festivals around the world. Here are five events that provide a break from the ordinary.

Article / Miscellaneous

Is the iPhone 3G the Ultimate Traveling Gadget? Not Quite

Apple's iPhone 3G could be the next great tool for travelers, but it's got a long way to go to get there. Find out what apps to adapt and which ones to scrap.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: One Frozen Screen, Two Sets of Tickets

When our reader's computer freezes while booking tickets with Expedia, a company rep says to book them again -- then charges him for both transactions. Shouldn't Expedia offer a refund?

Article / Family & Kids

4 Family Wildlife Safaris Across the U.S.

How to get up close to giraffe, zebras, hippos, and the best of sub-Saharan Africa without leaving the United States.

Article / Family & Kids

How to Get a Last Gasp of Summer Before School Starts

Before you turn the calendar to September and more serious pursuits, grab a final summer getaway and greet fall with a smile.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Grand Teton National Park

More than just a side trip from Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park has a grandeur all its own, and it's a lot easier to see than its big sister immediately to the north.

Article / Local Experiences

Photo Slideshow: Hiking to Machu Picchu

Although the classic Inca Trail is already booked up through fall 2008, thankfully other ways to hike to Machu Picchu are still available.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Thai-rrific Budget Dive Spots

Venture into the warm waters of the South China Sea and the Andaman Sea to find superb diving and budget prices.

Article / Packing & Luggage

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

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you make the most of every trip. This time around, get insight about planning for family vacations.

Article / Air Travel

4 Smart Secrets for Coping with Airline Cutbacks

Is your flight about to be canceled? Surviving the season of airline cancellations is possible with these four helpful strategies.

Article / Air Travel

Off-the-Shoulder Season: Mexican Stays from $37 a Night

Now is the time of year when much of the Caribbean transitions from the high heat of the summer's off-season to shoulder season in the fall -- and there is no shortage of promotions.

Article / Cruise

Expert Advice: The Well-Dressed Gambling Cruiser

Our cruise experts log onto their e-mail, pick a topic, and yap until they're blue in the face. Today's topics: on-board casinos, gambling, Frank Sinatra, and what constitutes…

Article / Cruise

Top 10 Tips for Going Green on the High Seas

We often hear what the cruise lines are or aren't doing to offer a greener, more conservation-oriented cruise experience. But how are you making a difference? Here are 10 ways you can.

Article / Local Experiences

Eating and Dancing in Guadalajara, Mexico's Second City

Where to go shopping, hear mariachi, do a hat dance, and more in Mexico's oft-neglected metropolis.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: A Surprise Fee for My Hotel Room

Our reader's hotel comes with an unexpected surprise: a $50 charge for a 'short stay.' When she protests, her hotel and online travel agency tell her she must pay. Is there a way out…

Article / Money and Fees

7 Ways to Experience China on the Cheap

With that favorable exchange rate and the boom in American-style budget hotels and restaurants, it's now possible to vacation in China in a dignified and highly affordable manner.