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Sightseeing Succotash: A Hodge Podge of Offers

May 13, 2004 - We tend to organize our columns around a theme (think adventure travel or spa vacations) or a particular place, researching leads from e-mail and press releases and…

Article / Air Travel

European Discounts for Every Season

May 13, 2004 -- Spring is passing fast, and summer's almost here. We know you've been struggling to find cheap airfares to Europe for this summer, and a few of you are even planning…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

A Bucketful of News in the Ports and On the Seas

In this issue, we report on Disneyland's 50th anniversary cruises, new and refurbished ships, stand-up comedy competitions, golf, whales and more.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Exotic Itineraries Across Far-Off Waters

May 12, 2004 -- In addition to today's regular bi-weekly list of the best bargains, we've come up with a more detailed description of some particularly intriguing cruises -- hitting…

Article / Cruise

Royal Caribbean's Big Month: Something Old, Something New, Something Baltimore & Something with a View

It's been a busy couple of weeks in Royal Caribbean land, with the debut of new ships and new ports and the refurbishment of two old warhorses.

Article / Cruise

The New Queen Mary 2 Quietly Courts Kids

Who knew? It turns out that the new 2,620-passenger Queen Mary 2, which just made her grand debut in NYC a few weeks ago, is a great ship for families with children.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Australia from $50 a Day

Australia has just about everything to attract tourists: diverse nature, countless attractions, exciting cities. And it does a pretty good job at developing its resources to meet an…

Article / Air Travel

If You're Paying $250, You're Paying Too Much For These Domestic Fares

May 12, 2004 -- The summer travel season is coming up, but that doesn't seem to be affecting the low domestic fares we're seeing every week. Right now, four sales of note are keeping…

Article / Air Travel

Nix the Midnight Oil: See the Midnight Sun for Under $550

May 12, 2004 -- Summer means shorter nights for everyone, but our nights are nothing compared to what folks see in Iceland. Thanks to Iceland's extreme northernliness -- most of the…

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

Want to be up-to-date with just about everything that's 'in vogue'? See what's new in London!

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's San Diego

San Diego is no longer just a laid-back beach/navy town -- avant-garde architecture, sophisticated dining options, and a booming tourist industry all point to the city's maturing as a…

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

New Zealand is no longer a side-trip from Australia. With its continuous development, it became a desirable tourist destination in its own right. Find out what's new out, out there.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Cape Cod, Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard

If you think you've seen it all on the Massachusetts' coast, think again. It may no longer be a road less traveled, but it definitely is an ever-changing road.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's The Bahamas

You can still lay back and turn into a beach bum in The Bahamas. Got a craving for pampering at an upscale hotel followed by an elegant dinner? You can do that, too, thanks to the…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's South Pacific

Relatively safe from international terrorism and other threats such as the SARS virus, the South Pacific islands continue to be a popular destination.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's South Pacific

Here's a recap of important changes affecting travelers that occurred in the South Pacific islands from 2001, when the previous edition of this book was prepared, until this edition…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

The Kids Are Alright: Activities All 'Round When School's Out

May 12, 2004 -- Summertime is for play and the outdoors, adults and children alike enjoying a long day of swimming, the feel of grass under bare feet or the simple pleasures of the sun…

Article / Air Travel

Air France Gives a High Five to Low Paris Fares

May 7, 2004 -- For trips to France this fall, your lucky number is five. To celebrate their May 5th listing on the New York Stock Exchange, Air France is slashing fares for pairs of…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Viva los Savings Down Mexico Way

May 6, 2004 -- It's an excellent idea to visit Mexico while it's in the fullness of spring, before it gets too darned hot, before the rainy season is in full force and especially…

Article / Cruise

Paddle, Ride, Run or Sail Your Way Through Canada

May 6, 2004 -- Canada is one big country, and despite its massively small capita-per-square-mile ratio, it's amazingly diverse in attractions and activities, especially as temperatures…

Article / Air Travel

Freddie Says: FF Miles Rule!

Handed out each year by the mile hounds at InsideFlyer Magazine, the Freddies celebrate the best in frequent-flier and frequent-stay programs. Coincidentally, we stumbled upon two…

Article / Air Travel

Three Asian Cities For The Price Of One

May 6, 2004 -- Folks who can't sit still will appreciate Cathay Pacific's latest "Deal of the Month," sending you to Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok for $799. There's just one catch…

Article / Air Travel

Euro-Potpourri of Summertime Packages

May 6, 2004 -- Travel to Europe remains high on our readers' lists of top places to go, despite poor conversion rates for the American dollar against the pound and the euro (for an…

Article / Air Travel

Say Hiya, Hawaii with a Multitude of Incentives

May 6, 2004 -- Deals to Hawaii keep popping up all over offering various and sundry "free" this and "free" that hoping you'll be hooked with that magical word. Others try with $-off…

Article / Local Experiences

How to Buy a Recreational Vehicle

Tired of renting? Before you buy, you should research all venues for making your purchase. Here's what you need to know.