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Holy Travel Adventures: In the Footsteps of Great Spiritual Leaders

Travel has always been a quest that means different things to different people -- for some it is pure hedonism and a chance to escape the norms of life. But for others, traveling…

Article / Hotels

Plan For A Winter Wonderland in Whistler and Vancouver

British Columbia's urban and country duo have much to offer those seeking a wide range of travel experiences: good food and wine, museums and, now that winter is approaching, a…

Article / Air Travel

Historic Bargains for Boston Vacations

Tourists of all ages from the world are drawn to Boston' cobblestone streets to see the site of the world's famous Tea Party, historic buildings such as the first Federal Reserve,…

Article / Air Travel

Cambodia: The Jewel in Indochina's Crown

Like its regional neighbors, Cambodia boats spectacular ancient sites, stunning religious architecture, rugged jungles, wildlife, secluded white sand beaches and colorful local…

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Dining on the Deep Blue Sea: A Specialty Restaurant Guide

Cruise dining today is a free-for-all, with numerous specialty restaurants that let you dine with complete flexibility, choosing when, where, and with whom you want to eat, how fancy…

Article / Local Experiences

New York Chocolate Show Golden Ticket! 40% Discount For Frommer's Readers

Chocoholics in the New York metro area know that the sweetest part of autumn isn't Halloween or Thanksgiving; it's the New York Chocolate Show, an outpost of Paris's Salon du Chocolat,…

Article / Local Experiences

London's Docklands: Modern, Exciting and Cheap(er)

There's a whole new world in the Docklands area of London, once chockablock with warehouses and shipping slips, now home to gleaming skyscrapers, acres of underground malls, a tangle…

Article / Air Travel

Fly-Drive the North and South Islands of New Zealand

Like many small island nations, New Zealand is a great place to see by car because much of the population is concentrated in cities, so a drive in between destinations can often be…

Article / Hotels

Canary Islands: Plenty of Reasons to Sing Their Praise

With an abundance of hotels, more than a dozen golf courses, exceptional water sports, nature reserves, archaeological sites and hundreds of volcanoes, you may be torn between getting…

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

No-frills carrier Jetstar (tel. 13-15-38 in Australia; www.jetstar.com.au), owned by Qantas, has entered the international market, with flights from Honolulu to Sydney and Melbourne…

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

As China hums along with an annual economic growth rate of 9 percent or more, the tourism industry is constantly upgrading. The past year or two has seen the opening of new train…

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Santiago Heats Up Chile's Summer

Up here in the United States, we sometimes tend to think of Latin America as being all-tropical, all-siesta, all-laid back. But then there's Chile, and especially Santiago, which might…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

There's More to Southern Africa than South Africa

Although South Africa is the best known and most visited of the southern African countries, there are actually six (or sometimes seven) other nations that make up what is commonly…

Article / Packages

Modern Ireland Changes its Tune

In just a short amount of time, Ireland has become one of Europe's richest countries, turning from a country soaked in shamrock and Ballykissangel clichés to a nation of emerging…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Angling for an Anguilla Getaway? Fall is the Best

If your idea of the perfect Caribbean getaway is visiting a small and welcoming island with British charm, fine food and pristine white sand beaches, Anguilla in the British West…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Exploring London's River Thames

Some cities ignore their river settings, and some don't. London, happily, takes very good care of the River Thames and provides gorgeous views and peaceful promenades along much of its…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

From Weight Loss to Long Walks, There's a Spa Special for You

Three nights in Las Vegas or a reunion with your high school friends in Miami Beach might make for some late nights, so you just may need a vacation from your vacation. Not so when you…

Article / Money and Fees

Check Our Holiday Calendar For Best Days to Fly

You're not imagining things: holiday airfares are higher this year than last. But there are ways to get the lowest possible fares, and ways to make the best of a miserable peak-day…

Article / Miscellaneous

Editor's Choice: Our Favorite Travel Horror Stories

It's a given that the editorial staff here at Frommer's loves to travel. What may surprise you is that our travel experiences aren't always perfect; after all, if you travel a lot, you…

Article / Air Travel

Head North, S'il Vous Plaît, to Montreal and Quebec City

Our Francophile cities to the north, Montréal and Québec City, offer beautiful architecture, small winding streets, charming cafes and cultural attractions.

Article / Packages

Renovations and Fall Specials Bring Travelers Back to Club Med

Shedding its image as a place of fun only for the single set, Club Med has become an all-inclusive vacation destination for any type of traveler. Don't worry about too many changes:…

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Fall Into a New York Hotel from $79 a Bed or $40 a Bunk

Even though the season and the city attract tourists and business travelers from the world over, there are still some great hotel deals at smaller spots nestled between residential…

Article / Air Travel

City and Ski Escapes in California

Sale fares and hotel deals make California an incredibly affordable travel option this fall and winter. Once you've arrived, there's practically nothing you can't do.

Article / Air Travel

Deep in the Heart of Austin, TX From $47 a Night

Home to the University of Texas, the state capitol, famed music clubs, world-class spas and great restaurants, Austin offers opportunities for both festive and restive vacations.…

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For an Off-the-Beaten Path South American Trip, Ur-a-going to Uruguay

Nestled between Brazil to the north and Argentina to the west, Uruguay remains less traveled by many Americans. Travel providers may bundle it into regional multi-city tours, but the…