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Small Airplanes Are Becoming Less Common—and That Could Affect Your Next Trip
Airlines are betting on bigger planes and fewer flights to be more efficient. What does that mean for passengers?
How to Travel to New York City Cheaply: Our Top 35 Tips
Yes, you can experience New York City on a budget. Here are 35 ways to save money on an NYC vacation.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, the World's Biggest Harry Potter Exhibit, Just Opened—Explore Inside
On June 16, 2023, the world’s largest indoor Harry Potter attraction, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, opened in the city’s Nerima ward. Just like at the original London version…
The New African American Museum in Charleston: Opening Date, How to Go, What to See
An estimated 40% of all enslaved Africans brought to the United States as part of the international slave trade disembarked in Charleston, South Carolina. On Tuesday, June 27, the new…
The Best Nude Beaches in the World Named in Ranking
In the 2004 sex comedy EuroTrip, one character cites Frommer's as a reliable source for info about nude beaches, in a scene we can't show you here for reasons summed up in the movie's…
Hate Using Disney's Genie+ Ride Reservation System? Hire a Concierge to Do It
When you hear people complain about how unpleasant and cumbersome a trip to a Disney theme park has become, one of the first things they'll complain about is Genie+.The paid ride…
Things to Do in the Virgin Islands This Year—Picks from Our New Guidebook
It's been nearly 10 years since the last time Frommer's released a Virgin Islands guidebook, and let's just say a lot of stuff has happened in the interim.Among the toughest…
Tours of Big Ben in London Reopen to Foreigners: How to Book
Big Ben is one of the most famous bells in the world, hanging in one of the most recognizable towers in the world, high above the Houses of Parliament in central London. But since…
The United Kingdom Sets a Start Date for Its New Entry Fee
Think of it as a cover charge to one of the most historic clubs in the world. The United Kingdom (England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) has set a date for the launch of its…
Australia's Fraser Island Sheds a Name Born from Lies—and Restores the Original One
You could call it a much-delayed rebuke of propaganda.Australia's Fraser Island, a popular nature destination just off the coast of Queensland, is reverting to what it was called…
Nonstop Flights to British Virgin Islands from U.S. Are Here at Last
For the first time in decades, you can take a commercial flight straight from the U.S. mainland to the British Virgin Islands. Up to now, U.S. travelers aiming for the archipelago's…
Why Are Hotel Prices So High? And How Can Travelers Save Money?
Hotel rates are still significantly higher than before the pandemic, but there are things you can do to save on your next stay.
Can Kids Use TSA PreCheck with Their Parents? Sometimes. Here's How to Know
If you have TSA PreCheck and you want to bring your kids through the security screening line with you, there are some rules you should know first.
Pauline Frommer: I'm Often Asked How to Become a Travel Writer, And I Suggest This Event
(Note: This post was updated June 3, 2023)Every year, I give about a dozen speeches on travel across North America. When I sign books afterwards, a familiar scenario inevitably will…
Redwood Trees: Where to Find Them, Hike Through Them, and Camp Under Them
Redwood National and State Parks and the Avenue of the Giants are the best places to see California's magnificent redwood trees. Here's a deep dive into how to plan a vacation that…
Rocky Mountaineer Canada Train Review: The Good, the Bad, and the Insanely Picturesque
A few high-end scenic rail journeys around the world have achieved icon status, but not all of them are easily attainable by travelers. South Africa's Blue Train can be arduous to…
Boston’s Prudential Tower Observatory, View Boston, Ups Its Game
Recent visitors to Boston may have noticed a dearth of publicly accessible views of the city from atop its tallest buildings. The tallest of all, the John Hancock Tower (now…
5 Reasons Early Morning Flights Are Less Likely to Be Delayed
Why booking the first flight of the day is still a smart move to avoid delays in air travel
Lake Como, Italy, Is Enticing—But Visiting Has Its Pitfalls
Lake Como is world-famous as a bucket list destination, but this Italian region always doesn't reveal itself easily to outsiders.
How Bad Will the 2023 Hurricane Season Be? Here's What the Forecasts Say
UPDATE, May 26: The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will be "near-normal," according to the official forecast from the U.S. government. In its annual outlook, the National Oceanic and…
How to Spritz: Make and Enjoy Aperol Spritz, Campari Spritz, and More Varieties—the Italian Way
The famous spritz cocktail is serious business in Italy. Learn the true Italian recipes for the Aperol Spritz and other variations—and how to drink the refreshing apéritif…
Is Milan Worth Visiting? Reasons to Linger in Italy’s Fashion Capital
Flying into Milan? Before heading off for other Italian destinations, don't miss out on a city undergoing an exciting transformation.
France Bans Short-Haul Flights—but Only a Few Routes Are Affected
This week France became the first country in the world to enact a ban on short-haul domestic flights. According to the new law, airlines may not operate flights between two French…
Where to Stay on Santorini and Other Secrets from Our New Greece Guidebook
I’ve been visiting and writing about Greece for almost 30 years now. I can remember a time when getting out of Athens for the trip down to the Peloponnese involved driving around…
50 Things to Do in Sicily: The Italian Island’s Best Beaches, Palaces, and Food
From Greek ruins to "The White Lotus," the Italian island of Sicily has a wealth of wonders—not to mention some of the best food on earth.