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Article / Cruise

Beyond the Buffet Line: Cruise Lines Offer Holiday Recipes, Foodie Cruises, Wine Tastings & More

Beyond the usual big dinners, midnight buffets, and build-your-own pasta platters, we've laid out a smörgåsbord of all the food news that's fit to print.

Article / Air Travel

Big Ideas for Hawaii, the Big Island

If you're planning a trip to Hawaii, the Big Island, here are some of our suggestions.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Specialty Cruises, Discount Voyages and More

December 3, 2003 -- A jazz outing for Mardi Gras, a contest to win one of a covey of Caribbean cruises, a free pass on Alaska itineraries and our detailed listing of the best deals on…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

December's Prize: Trip for Two to Tahiti!

Frommers.com & Tahiti Vacations are sending one lucky winner & a guest on a getaway! Register now to win this vacation!

Article / Packages

Package Prices Go Down for Down Under

December 1, 2003 -- In October, we wrote about a fantastic offer from Air New Zealand for a 12-night vacation in Australia starting from $1,599 including airfare and hotel ($133.25 per…

Article / Cruise

Go Cruisin' Through the Tulips With Discounted Dutch Tour

December 1, 2003 -- Spring is the perfect time to be in Holland - trust me, I was there last May and ended up proposing to my girlfriend. The weather is mild and the tulips at the…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Head to Lower Manhattan and Hit the Trail

December 1, 2003 -- Lower Manhattan continues the difficult rebuilding process following the events of September 11, 2001. Last week saw the reopening of the Port Authority Trans…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Goodness Grácia: Getting Down in Barcelona's Greenwich Village

Sascha Segan explores Barcelona's hipster neighborhood.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Getaway to Monterey with Big Savings to Big Sur, Carmel and Beyond

November 28, 2003 -- Monterey County in California is one of the most surprisingly beautiful places I have visited in the American West. I knew in advance it would be beautiful, but I…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Maui on Our Mind

After a recent, and altogether pleasant, fact finding mission, we've got the luau lowdown on what's happening over the next few months.

Article / Hotels

Early Snows Kick Start Ski Season

November 26, 2003 -- It's more than three weeks before winter officially arrives, yet early snow in much of the West means a premature start to the ski season and other winter…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

A Walker's Paradise in Spain We Like Olot

Deep in northern Spain there's a walker's paradise of urban volcanoes, romantic farms and well-tended swamps, where the sleepy land rises and falls according to a rhythm set well…

Article / Timing Your Trip

Hassle-Free Holidays: Frommer's Tip List for Traveling Without a Worry

Procrastinators will find sky-high air and rail fares for the turkey week right now, and Christmas and New Year's down the pike. There are a ways to reduce stress while saving time and…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Valley of the Savings: Prices on Tours to Egypt Go South

November 24, 2003 -- Misr Travel, which has specialized in taking visitors to Egypt since 1934, is offering an extraordinary deal through next spring. An $899 base-price buys you a…

Article / Air Travel

The Longest Flight: Survival Tips for Hours in the Air

When you're locked in a plane for long hours you have to worry about both your safety and your sanity. David Blaine had a team of doctors; you have us.

Article / Theme Park

Living Large for Less in Seattle's Southside

Seattle's southside is aiming to become the premier center for travelers to the Pacific Northwest. It boasts one of the nation's best air and space museums, a huge shopping mall, the…

Article / Family & Kids

Lodger Dodger: More Discounts on Rooms in National Parks

November 21, 2003 - As we pointed out on Wednesday, as the temperature drops, so do the prices on rates for overnighting in our national parks. Today, we've got special rates in Zion…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Holidays Afloat: The Best Christmas, Chanukah & New Year's Cruises

November 21, 2003 -- Ah, the holidays: chestnuts roasted on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose, yuletide carols, choirs, folks dressed like Eskimos. Classic. Cheerful... And…

Article / Miscellaneous

November's Prize: Fresh Air in Bonaire!

Frommers.com & Harbour Village are sending one lucky winner & a guest to Bonaire! Register now to win this vacation!

Article / Family & Kids

Orlando and Theme Park Packages on the Cheap

November 19, 2003 -- Mickey Mouse just turned 75 yesterday, and he still looks great. You can see for yourself with any of these affordable packages to the Orlando area and Disney…

Article / Family & Kids

Winter Perks in Our National Parks: Lodge Rates Fall Like the First Snow

November 19, 2003 -- Many travelers think of national park visits as essentially summer outings, with sightings of bears, geysers and babbling brooks to dip your toes in. Savvy…

Article / Local Experiences

The Greenback Blues: Dealing With the New $20s

Prompted by readers' questions, we answer how the change in currency could affect your purchasing power in a foreign land.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Villas, People: These Primo Caribbean Spots Can Be Yours

November 19, 2003 -- For 20 years, Wimco has been introducing Americans and Brits alike to the idea of vacationing in Caribbean villas. Operating out of both London and Newport, Rhode…

Article / Family & Kids

Toronto's On! Winter Weekend Wonders Include Hotels, Free Meals and Tickets

November 17, 2003 -- Following up on its big promotion last summer to show the world Toronto's recovery SARS scare, Canada's best-known city is gearing up for another promotion…

Article / Family & Kids

The Royal Treatment: Princely Packages Include Roundtrip Air, Nights in Castles, Meals and Escorted Tours -- at a Price

November 17, 2003 -- Staying in a European castle doesn't have to be a quixotic dream. Your dream can be a reality when even a commoner can get a taste of royal quarters -- as long as…