Articles

Article / Air Travel

Southwest, ATA, US Airways Bring Fares Down for Everyone

June 15, 2004 -- Airlines move in throngs: if one lowers prices, others are sure to follow. That sort of mob mentality makes prices very good right now for folks traveling to or from…

Article / Packages

Iberia: The Immoderate to Inexpensive Isthmus

June 15, 2004 -- As one of the largest countries in Europe, Spain naturally has a wide variety of landscapes and climates, from Madrid's fairly harsh plateau weather to the balmy sea…

Article / Air Travel

First Time, or Umpteenth Time, India Always Surprises

June 11, 2004 -- To many experienced travelers, India is one of the last grand adventures, an experience quite unlike any other on the planet. Though we can read daily of the emerging…

Article / Air Travel

Summer Savings for European Lodgings (Some Include Air to Boot)

June 11, 2004 -- With the 60th anniversary commemoration of the Normandy invasion now past, we can look to less-serious reasons to visit the continent. Today, we've got two nifty deals…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Low Priced Lodging Along Latin America's Coasts

June 10, 2004 -- Lounge on a beach in Mexico or hole up in the jungles of Belize. Pick the spot that suits your personality and go: these packages -- some include airfare as well --…

Article / Hotels

New Hotel Pass Really Skans

June 10, 2004 -- Days never really end during the summer in Scandinavia; while you may not see real white nights, the feeling of sitting on a terrace sipping a (decaf) coffee in the 11…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Tanks a Lot! These Perks Are a Real Gas

June 10, 2004 -- Record high gas prices aren't stopping Americans from hitting the road, according to the American Automobile Association. But they are worrying hotels, resorts and car…

Article / Air Travel

It's a Florida Fiesta For Low Fares

June 10, 2004 -- If Northerners dream of Florida during the winter, the shoe's on the other foot during the summer, as Floridians flock north to get out of the sweltering subtropical…

Article / Air Travel

Winter Fares this Summer in South America

June 10, 2004 -- Time and again we remind our readers that travel does not require taking a second mortgage out on your house. With a few tips and tricks, one can always find an…

Article / Air Travel

Frommer's Cruise News: Waves of Change Make for Happier Passengers

In this edition, look for larger ships heading to Bermuda, learn how to earn frequent flier miles when you cruise, discover underwater programs for kids in the South Pacific and more.

Article / Cruise

Big Ships with Little Ship Itineraries

Well-worn routes are fine for new cruisers who haven't seen the same handful of Caribbean ports before or for those who could care less where the ship's going. But for veterans who…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

NCL's Pride of Aloha Becomes First U.S.-Flagged Cruise Ship in Decades

Officials participated in a ceremony that happens every day on land but hasn't happened on a large, modern cruise ship in ages: They raised the American flag.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Grabbin' a Cheap Cabin: Cruises Start from Under $60 a Day

June 8, 2004 -- Here's some of the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any time.…

Article / Air Travel

Budget Eastern Europe: Air, Hotel and Tours from $112.50 a Day

June 8, 2004 -- Prague is no longer the cutting edge for budget travel to Europe it once was. It's still very much worth a visit, mind you, but pricing on travel related items like…

Article / Air Travel

Late Summer London: Two Special Months for an Inside Look

June 8, 2004 -- We'd like to remind you that August and September are two special months each year in London. During this (roughly) 60-day period, the general public is allowed inside…

Article / Air Travel

Bounce to the Baltics with Low-Fare Tickets

June 8, 2004 -- Call them "Eastern Europe Extreme." The Baltic nations of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia joined the EU on May 1, making these ex-chunks of the Soviet Union newly…

Article / Air Travel

Fall & Winter Fares Head Way South for the Middle East & Africa

June 8, 2004 -- Flying to Africa isn't cheap. For many destinations, you'll be lucky if you find a fare under $1,000 -- especially to South Africa, the gorgeous diamond set at the…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

June's Prize:Win a Trip for Two to Belize!

Frommers.com and Belize Tourism Board are sending one lucky winner & a guest to Belize! Register now to win this vacation!

Article / Family & Kids

Family Fun and Learning in the Rocky Mountains' Parks

All the parks have ranger programs for children and adults, and some will even take the kids off your hands for an hour or two; but for an in-depth learning vacation, consider joining…

Article / Local Experiences

Buying Friends For An Evening In Reykjavik: A Guided Nightlife Tour

For a town of 180,000, Reykjavik has an amazing reputation for wild nightlife. Sometimes it seems like every Icelander between the ages of 20 and 50 takes to the streets on Friday and…

Article / Local Experiences

Divining a Cure For The Weak Dollar: Best Destinations for Budget Travelers

In a world where even the Hungarian forint is busy spanking the dollar, it took a lot of hunting to find places where US cash still holds its value. But we tracked some down.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Iceland's Spa Culture Hits the Boiling Point

Icelanders have been hot-tubbing longer than any other people on Earth. Blessed with volcanic activity, the entire country is dotted with natural steam vents that provide free hot…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Responsible Travel: Dealing with Hazards when Visiting National Parks

Here are some tips on avoiding and dealing with some common outdoors hazards.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Hark, Independent Travelers! Tips for Stretching Your Euros Further

June 1, 2004 -- For visitors to Europe traveling on their own, without benefit of package plans or tour operators' itineraries, we've found a healthy mix of items that will prove…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Ride Canadian Rails on Saturdays For Less, Plus Some Amtrak Discounts

June 1, 2004 -- With the summer travel season coming up, you may want to dodge that choked traffic and those high gas prices by taking the train. It's been a few months since we've run…