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Flight Routes with the Most Turbulence, According to Global Data
Buckle up! Passengers on these flight routes could be in for a bumpy ride, according to worldwide weather data.
All About the Scottish Castle from "The Traitors," Peacock's Whodunit Delight
Peacock's guilty pleasure was shot in a Scottish mansion built with profits from the drug trade and Worcestershire sauce.
Rash of Violent Muggings Plagues Cape Town's Landmark Table Mountain
What can a city do when its most photographed tourism icon gets the reputation as a no-go area?That's the quandary facing Cape Town, South Africa, one of the most beautiful cities in…
Which National Parks Require Reservations in 2024?
You'll need advance reservations to visit these popular U.S. national parks in the spring and summer of 2024.
Can I Get a Turbulence Forecast for My Flight? Check This Free Online Map
Scientists have determined that flights are getting bumpier and that climate change could make the skies even choppier in years to come. If that prospect gives you the jitters about an…
How Consumers Can Game Our Over-Mergered Travel Industry to Their Advantage
Most people don't realize that just handful of companies control most of the travel industry, but there are still ways to hack our merger-addicted travel system in your favor.
Lyft Is Charging Customers Extra Fees but Hiding How Much
A warning for travelers who rely on rideshare company Lyft: The company is quietly hiding the true amount it takes in extra fees that are added to your base fare. A recent ride I took…
New Apple Update Allows Travelers to Finally Stream from iPhones or iPads to Hotel TVs
There are some 136 million iPhone users in the United States, yet most televisions in hotels and on cruise ships are not configured to allow guests to stream from Apple devices.Android…
Brightline Miami to Orlando Review: Take the Train to Disney
It had its naysayers early on, but when Brightline kicked off service between Miami and Orlando in September 2022, the train delivered a major gift to Florida. Brightline in Florida is…
Meet Four Leading Travel Advisors Who Used to Be Travel Journalists
These former magazine travel editors now put their expertise to use crafting unforgettable trips.
The Difference Between CLEAR and TSA PreCheck? For Starters, One Has Way More Critics
The security and efficiency concerns facing CLEAR—and how the company has responded
New Tulum International Airport Connects Mexico Hot Spot to These U.S. Cities
Reaching Tulum, Mexico, from the United States will get a lot easier this spring. The brand-new Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport—aka Tulum International Airport (TQO)—is…
Icon of the Seas Doesn't Have Enough Lifeboats—on Purpose
Royal Caribbean's mighty new cruise ship reserves lifeboats for paying customers. So how would the remainder of its 7,960 passengers escape?
Spanish Wine Itinerary: Exploring the Sherry Triangle of Andalusia, Spain
Sherry is one of the world’s most famous types of wine, but it's also one of the world's most unsung. It’s best appreciated once you have visited the places where it has been made for…
The 10 Best Caribbean Snorkeling Spots
Ready to don fins and jump into the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean? Snorkeling is one of the region's most popular activities—and one of the most visually rewarding, too. Dive…
Star Clippers’ Cruise Along Panama and Costa Rica: What to Expect
Our review of a Star Clippers cruise that sets sail aboard a traditional tall ship along the Pacific Coast of Central America
Turkey Drops Visa Requirement for North Americans, Granting Free Entry
In a flash of good news that got lost in the shuffle of holiday celebrations and grim headlines, one of the most exciting destinations in Europe has decided to stop charging Americans…
One of Brazil’s Visa Requirements Could Get You Kidnapped, Consumer Group Says
This post, originally published December 26, 2023, has been updated with new information.As Frommer's has previously reported, Brazil's electronic visa for travelers from the United…
7 Companies You Can Trust for Great Family Vacation Packages
Planning a successful family vacation is work—but not if you let a packager do the work for you. Buying a vacation through a tour operator frees you from the tedious details of…
Come Talk Travel with Pauline Frommer at a Travel and Adventure Show Near You
Throughout early 2024, I'll be crisscrossing the United States to spread the gospel of good travel. Get free admission with my code!
Yes, You Can Survive a Plane Crash: Tips from a Longtime Safety Expert
The airline crash survival rate is better than you might think. Technology has improved, but human behavior must too, says an industry authority.
Play with Cute Baby Goats Whenever You Want by Staying at Goat Daddy’s Farm
If you're the type of traveler who'd rank access to baby goats up there with free Wi-Fi on your amenities wish list, we've got just the place for you. Goat Daddy's Farm and Animal…
The Most On-Time Airlines and Airports of 2023
More than 32 million passenger flights were scheduled in 2023, and global carriers managed to stay punctual about 83% of the time, according to a new report from Cirium, an aviation…
Celebrity Ascent Review: How Is the Celebrity Cruises Formula Holding Up?
Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the Celebrity Ascent , entered service at the end of 2023, bound for Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings through its first winter season, then…
TikTok Travel: 2023’s Most Popular Destinations Named
A national survey released earlier this year found that 60% of TikTok users in the U.S. said they've become interested in visiting a new destination after seeing a TikTok video about…