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Tafelspitz, Pierogis and Pils: Pinch More Pennies in Prague, Krakow, Vienna and More with Special Savings--Only for Frommer's Readers

As temperatures start to fall, discount packager Affordable Poland dishes out competitive prices on both independent and escorted tours to middle and eastern European destinations, and…

Article / Air Travel

Reach for the Beach! Lowered Fares to the Caribbean (and Atlantic)--During High Season No Less

For a limited time, USAirways is cutting prices on nearby tropical places, just in time for the drop in the mercury. The sale is going on now through November 15 for travel through…

Article / Local Experiences

Tips from the Publisher: Vienna, a Dream of a City

This Austrian city should be a must-see on any traveler's list of must-sees.

Article / Road Trips

Tips from the Publisher: Quiet Weekends in Lancaster, PA

A short trip for East-coasters to Amish Country can make for an affordable, educational and eye-opening experience for the whole family.

Article / Packages

Pacific Coast to The Boot: Italian Package Prices Plummet

Prices from the West Coast to Italy have fallen to levels rarely seen before, down to the kind of costs you see usually only from East Coast cities. It's happening with many companies,…

Article / Packages

Cosmos & Globus Go For the Essentials with a Passel of Packages to Europe

Many travelers (and I am one) love the idea of buying airfare and hotels in a package to save money, but then hate the idea of being dragged along on an escorted tour with a whole…

Article / Packages

Tourcrafters Tops Itself in Italy

What is a travel deal that's more unbelievable than unbelievable? We said the "u" word about a recent Tourcrafters' Italy offer, but they've outdone themselves, again. Now, the firm is…

Article / Family & Kids

Tips from the Publisher: Yellowstone Wintertime Bargains

Yellowstone National Park is an extraordinary treat any time of year, but in winter, it's in a class by itself. The summer crowds are replaced by buffalo, dusted with snow. Gasses…

Article / Family & Kids

It's Time for Anaheim (and the Mouse) with these ATA Packages

With a wave of his sorcerer's wand, Mickey Mouse (disguised as ATA Vacations) is turning a three-night stay at Disneyland into four nights, with no increase in price, for vacations…

Article / Family & Kids

Swank Hotel Group Offers Internet Price Match Guarantee

Tired of being underpriced, perhaps, by Internet quotes on their hotel rooms? The Kimpton Group has decided to fight back and with results. They're guaranteeing a match for any price…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

BritRail Pass Down For Winter, Up in Spring

First, the good news--if you want to travel to Britain this winter, you can cut a deal on a BritRail Pass for a 25% price break. Just be sure to complete your trip before February 28,…

Article / Air Travel

Travel Tips for Holiday Flights

We're serving up simple tips to make your holiday travel a breeze.

Article / Family & Kids

African-American Culture High in Orlando

Some folks down in Orlando have been trying to get the word out for years--"this town isn't just about theme parks, we've got culture, too." And it's true, as I can attest, having seen…

Article / Family & Kids

Plan Ahead for Stanley Cup, a Refund If Your Team Doesn't Make It

If you're a hockey fan and want to see your team in the Stanley Cup Finals next June (2003), you have a dilemma. If you wait until you're sure they will be in the final play-offs,…

Article / Air Travel

Tips from the Publisher: Mike Sends You to JoeSentMe.com

Frommer's recommends this straight-talking, no-holds-barred Web site for business travelers where you find honest analyses on the travel industry, tips for travel and current deals.

Article / Packages

Top Winter's Blahs with Blasé Fling (Just $399) in London

You know, just really know, that sometime in midwinter, you will get a case of the blahs and need an escape. My advice would be to go for London (where I lived for 8 years), because…

Article / Packages

Get Your (Chinese New Year) Goat in Hong Kong

Don't let them get your goat this coming New Year's.Go get it yourself in Hong Kong, where you can celebrate the Chinese New Year (yes, it's the Year of the Goat coming up) for at…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

South Ameri-mania! Machu Picchu from $1195, Guatemala from $699, Including Air

With more than 22 years in business under its skin, Tara Tours continues to specialize in Central and South American vacations, one of its best being also the cheapest. How does…

Article / Family & Kids

Big Deal Saves You Fairly Big Bucks in Portland, Oregon

Out in super gorgeous Oregon, the city that should call itself "the kinder, gentler Portland" is casting around for visitors to get its tourist industry safely through what promises to…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Looking for an Exciting Adventure? There Are Asia Packages Galore This Winter

Most Americans thinking of overseas travel the first time head for Europe, and the experience is almost always pleasant enough to keep them coming back on future trips. A lucky…

Article / Air Travel

Asia Air Passes Allow You to See Country after Country after Country

You've read about the AccessAsia Pass from Malaysia Airlines before in this space, but here are the details again: From only $747, you can fly round-trip between Newark and Kuala…

Article / Family & Kids

Boomers Get Beach Discounts in Daytona

How much does Daytona Beach want you to visit?A lot.They're offering every kind of discount from free hotel rooms to cheaper meals to lure visitors to this attraction-filled part of…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Helicopter to Your Private Island, Just off Fiji

You can live like a celebrity when you sign up for "Fiji's Ultimate Experience," a package being offered by Outrigger Hotels & Resorts, yet not break your bank account, as prices…

Article / Family & Kids

Paris & Provence This Winter for $775, Truffles Extra

Forget about Paris or Provence in summer, when they're crowded with tourists, getting in the way of real travelers like you and me. The time for smart people to go is winter, when…

Article / Cruise

Costa Cruising the Caribbean at $900 Savings

The Costa Cruise Line people are eager to fill up their cabins this December, particularly on a ship sailing on December 1, 8 and 15, 2002. On these voyages, ocean view cabins have…