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Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Devils Tower National Monument

An icon of the American West, Devils Tower is a treat for the eyes, a challenge for climbers, and impressive enough to make the aliens choose it for an airport in 'Close Encounters of…

Article / Family & Kids

7 Ways to See the World on Wheels

Cape Cod, Arran Island, and five more destinations with excellent opportunities for families seeking to see the sights via two wheels and pedal power.

Article / Family & Kids

Drive Us Out to the Ballgame: Minor League Ballparks Worth a Road Trip

For millions of families across the country, summer means two things: Vacation and baseball. Put the two together and you've got the makings of a good, old-fashioned All-American road…

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: New Access Guide Tops List of Chicago Resources

Not only does Chicago boast a wide range of wheelchair-accessible attractions and lodging options; but a bevy of free tours and accessible travel planning resources are also available.

Article / Local Experiences

On the Trail of Jack the Ripper in London

Want to add a bit of fright to the next family trip? Trace a legendary murderer's spine-chilling progress through Victorian London's notoriously sinister East End.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Dolphin Dips: Four Aquatic Adventures in Florida

What child doesn't love the idea of having a splash with a dolphin? Four Florida facilities make it easy to get up close and personal with sea life.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Hassled Over My 'No Hassle' Miles

Our reader buys tickets with her Capital One miles. But when her airline goes out of business, her credit card company refuses to return the awards. Is she stuck with a worthless…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Breaking the Ice: How to Board Arctic Expedition Ships

While some people's idea of the perfect summer vacation involves a bikini, a hotel suite steps from the sand, a cocktail and a beach lounge, for others a thermal parka, polar fleece…

Article / Packing & Luggage

Inside Secrets of Hotel Renovators

Lots of people want to stay in a new hotel, but nobody wants to get stuck in one that's renovating. Unfortunately, the two go hand in hand. Here's how you can make the most of it.

Article / Money and Fees

Solo Suckers: 4 Ways the Travel Industry Shafts Singles

Flying solo? Prepare to pay up. The travel industry makes life uncomfortable for solo travelers in countless ways that, if they aren't discriminatory, are at the very least awkward.

Article / Cruise

11 Ways to Have a Great Meal on Your Next Cruise

Cruise ship food these days is more than pizza, prime rib, and baked Alaska. In the spirit of more is more, alternative restaurants serving specialized cuisine are standard fare…

Article / Cruise

Booze Cruise: The Best Ports for Top Brewpubs

Traveling is all about getting a taste of things: local culture, local history and customs, local food ... and local beer. How to taste the top pints from Hawaii to Prague.

Article / Local Experiences

Photo Slideshow: On Safari in Namibia

You've heard about it all -- the 7-star hotel, the gourmet restaurants, the world's tallest building, the insane shopping -- but seeing is believing. We've captured some of the best on…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Greece

The dollar may be down, but Greece is still one of Europe's cheapest destinations. Here's what you need to know before heading to Athens, Thessaloniki, or the Greek Islands.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Oh No! My Tickets Fell Through the Cracks

Our reader books two airline tickets using frequent flier miles. But when she checks her reservation, she finds nothing. Can the airline retrieve it in time for her trip?

Article / Road Trips

Racing Hotspots to Get Your NASCAR Fix

Summer means hot sunny days, plenty of partying and adrenalin-racing action, especially if you'll be hitting the speedways around the country to watch NASCAR, the United State's…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Conrad Anker's Top 5 U.S. National Park and Forest Hikes

World-renowned alpinist Conrad Anker is an ambassador for a new campaign that's encouraging travelers to forgo fuel-guzzling and high-cost vacations and visit instead a National Park…

Article / Money and Fees

Top 10 Reasons Staycations Are a Lousy Idea

We know gas price are high. We know that food prices are high. But vacationing at home is an oxymoron and does a real disservice to the benefits you receive by getting the heck out of…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Exploring Maine's Northern Forests and Rivers

Quiet upon first glance, Maine's north woods are year-round play land for visitors entranced by snowmobiling, ATV excursions, whitewater rafting, and other outdoor pursuits.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Why you'll get a kick out of sulfuric acid, tens of thousands of bats, and hundreds of deep, dark places.

Article / Packing & Luggage

Maid on a Mission: 6 Secrets for Avoiding Housekeeping Headaches

The rush to clean rooms and communication gaps are creating dissatisfied hotel guests and exhausted hotel employees. You don't have to be angry.

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Incidentally, Where's My $10

Because of a missed connection, our reader has to spring for socks and toiletries. After a promise to cover the cost, Frontier balks at a refund. What's going on?

Article / Family & Kids

From Great Museums to the Great Outdoors

Exposed to new and interesting stuff, kids are like sponges -- including the ability to become over-saturated. Here are six suggestions for finding outdoor fun in museum-rich cities.

Article / Family & Kids

All in a Day's Play: 10 Kid-Friendly Pennsylvania Farmstays

If your children think eggs and milk come from the local Safeway, then it's time to roll up your sleeves and settle into a family farm vacation.

Article / Family & Kids

8 Ways to See L.A. From a Kid's Perspective

Want to be a star? Where to find family-friendly activities in Los Angeles that'll leave the kids with lifelong memories.