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Pauline Frommer

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What's SUP? Perhaps the Hottest Vacation Activity on Water

Is stand-up paddle boarding, also known by the surfer-dude friendly acronym SUP (as in “wassup”), the fastest growing watersport in the world? Search engines lists everything…

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Holiday Inn Pays Guests to Stay at its Properties..Sort Of

Holiday Inn will be giving a minimum of $25 in gift cards for either gasoline, train discounts or air discounts to those who stay for two-nights between now and June 30th. Stay 3…

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The Bad News About Flights That Arrive Early

Did your latest flight arrive early? Mine did and that's not necessarily a good thing. As a recent analysis in USAToday showed, airlines are padding their flight times to improve…

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Supporting Boston: Why We Should All Return to this Spectacular City

London. Madrid. New York City. Mumbai. Bali. Washington, DC.Just a short list of the great world destinations that have been hit by devastating terrorist attacks in the last…

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It's Going to Be A Bumpy Ride: The Effect of Global Climate Change on Airplane Turbulence

Here's an odd, and disturbing, bit of news. Scientists are predicting that as carbon dioxide levels rise, so will air turbulence for transatlantic flights. The bumpiness will…

Article / Family & Kids

8 New York City Attractions Made Just for Kids

While children will enjoy most New York City's attractions, there are a handful of museums, zoos, and aquariums especially geared to the tastes of the Sponge Bob set.

Article / Honeymoons

Getting Engaged in Vegas: Making a Proposal You (Hopefully) Can't Refuse

There's no right or wrong way to pop the question, but here are some spots where the scenery may help sway your beloved in the 'yes' direction.

Article / Arts and Culture

Leaving the Strip for Las Vegas' Two World-Class Museums

Las Vegas has developed two cutting-edge museums that offer visitors a deeply intellectual yet fun escape from the often mindless entertainments of the city.

Article / Hotels

Rent an Apartment and Save on New York City Lodging

Hotels in New York charge more and give less than their counterparts in other U.S. cities. So look instead to private apartments, which go for far less and offer much more.

Article / Food and Drink

The Real Local Cuisine of Washington, D.C.: Ethiopian Food

Nearly 200,000 Ethiopians live in the D.C. area, and it feels like one out of every 10 of them runs a restaurant. Through their hard work, Ethiopian food has become a defining local…

Article / Food and Drink

How to Win Big, Lose Less on Vegas Dining

You don't have to lose your shirt to get a great meal in Vegas' best restaurants. Here are seven tips for eating affordably in Sin City:

Article / Arts and Culture

9 Ways to See the Best of Chelsea's Art Scene

New openings in Chelsea over the past decade have further cemented the Big Apple as the world's premier marketplace for contemporary art. Visit these picks, and you'll discover the…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Healthy Travel

In this series of tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share some insight about taking care of yourself while on the…

Article / Single

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Solo Travelers

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share some insight about the best ways to travel alone.

Article / Money and Fees

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Getting Money Abroad

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share some insight about how to get money abroad while…

Article / Air Travel

Pauline Frommer's Spend-Less-See-More Tips for Using Frequent Flyer Miles

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you get the most out of every trip. This time, we share insight about how to get the most out of frequent flyer…

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Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Not Getting Bumped

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you make the most of every trip. This time around, find out how you can avoid getting bumped, or at least make…

Article / Packing & Luggage

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Family Travel

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you make the most of every trip. This time around, get insight about planning for family vacations.

Article / Money and Fees

7 Ways to Experience China on the Cheap

With that favorable exchange rate and the boom in American-style budget hotels and restaurants, it's now possible to vacation in China in a dignified and highly affordable manner.

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Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Renting a Car

8 things you need to know to get a better car with fewer hassles on your next vacation.

Article / Hotels

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Home Exchanges

What you need to know to live like a local and save thousands of dollars on your next vacation.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Traveling Green

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share with you seven ways you can make your next journey…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Pauline Frommer's Top Budget Destinations for Summer 2008

Despite the record high prices, there are still plenty of places, both in the U.S. and abroad, where travelers can enjoy beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, wine tastings and spas,…

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Reports of Hawaii's Demise as an Affordable Vacation Destination Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

This Monday, AAA announced that Hawaii was the most expensive state to visit, with costs of $792 per day, per couple. But savvy travelers can have a wonderful holiday for less than a…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Making Sense of New York City's Sightseeing Passes

Sightseeing costs in New York City do add up, but they can be alleviated through the judicious use of passes. Here's how to choose between the three most popular.