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Gay & Lesbian Clubs in Beijing
Rainbow Sexuality Under the Red FlagSame-sex relationships between men have a history of acceptance in China dating as far back as the Zhou period (1100-256 B.C.). In official…
Shopping A-Z in Beijing
Antiques & CuriosThe Panjiayuan Jiuhuo Shichang market was once the place to look for antiques, and it still is for bric-a-brac and oddities. If you're not in town on the…
Art & Architecture in Beijing
Traditional ArchitectureYes, a lot of Beijing's traditional architecture was lost or razed in the rush to modernize. But the ultimate symbols of this city are indelibly Chinese…
Walking Tour 2 in Beijing
Back Lakes RambleStart: Huitong Ci (metro: Jishui Tan).Finish: Mei Lanfang Guju, west side of Qian Hai (metro: Jishui Tan).Time: 4 hours.Best times: Any time between 9am and…
In Three Days in Beijing
It's time to get away from the city center. For the third full-day tour, we take you to the far-northwest corner of Beijing. The district is home to China's top two universities, the…
Today in Montreal
What makes both Montréal and Québec City special are the way they meld the very old and very new. In Québec City, the centuries-old walls that provided military protection are still in…
Best Dining Bets in Istanbul
Noshing waterside at Eminönü: For 12 to 14 hours a day, the Tarihi Eminönü Balikçisi grills fresh fish quay-side, wrapped in a roll and presented for a spectacular 3TL by a gracious…
Best Hotel Bets in Istanbul
Çiragan Palace (tel. 0212/258-3377; www.kempinski-istanbul.com): More than just Istanbul's original posh hotel, the Çiragan Palace is a destination in its own right. The grandeur of…
The Asian Side in Istanbul
The Asian side (referring primarily to the districts abutting the Bosphorus) is a quiet and predominantly upper-class residential area short (but not completely devoid) of historical…
Sights along the Bosphorus in Istanbul
For over 2,500 years, kings and commanders have confronted the challenge of the Bosphorus, building rudimentary bridges out of boats and floating jetties to increase the size of their…
Especially for Kids in Istanbul
Even though Turks are notorious pushovers for their children, Istanbul isn't really a kid-friendly destination; even the most privileged and well-educated children will get bored…
The Bar Scene in Istanbul
The destinations listed here include restaurants, pubs, bars, and water-pipe cafes. None of these charge a cover; but depending on the type of place you choose, it's perfectly…
Recommended Books & Films in Istanbul
Turkey Unveiled: A History of Modern Turkey, by Hugh and Nicole Pope, two journalists working for the Wall Street Journal and Le Monde, gives us insights into the most divisive issues…
History in Istanbul
During the ice age, the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea were mere freshwater lakes, separated by two valleys now known as the Bosphorus and Dardanelle straits. Around 6000 B.C., with…
A Cultural Primer in Istanbul
First impressions of Turkey reveal a society much more European than one expects, but echoes of a strong, proud, and decidedly oriental heritage shine through in the arts, culture,…
Walking Tour 3 in Istanbul
Walking Tour 3: From the Land Walls to Balat & Fener Start: St. Savior in Chora Byzantine Church (Kariye Muzesi) Finish: Golden Horn Road in Ayakapi, in front of the Aya Nikola…
Walking Tour 2 in Istanbul
Walking Tour 2: Istanbul Underground Start: Yerebatan Sarniçi (Basilica Cistern), SultanahmetFinish: Istiklal Caddesi, BeyogluTime: 2 to 4 hours, depending on how much time you…
In Three Days in Istanbul
With 3 days at your disposal (having spent your first 2 days following the 2-day itinerary), you have the luxury on day 3 of stopping to smell the roses, figuratively speaking. After 2…
In Two Days in Istanbul
On day 2 (having spent your first day following the 1-day itinerary), you'll have to work a little harder to cover the mosaic of Byzantine, Ottoman, and Republican sites scattered to…
Museums in Pigeon Forge
There are no art museums per se in Pigeon Forge, but there are museums are designed for tourism, but there is one traditional, subdued museum worth checking out, too. Veterans Memorial…
Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Minnesota
With over 1 million acres (yes, you read that correctly) to explore and 1,200 miles of canoe routes to paddle through, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (www.bwcaw.org) in…
Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Nevada
Just off Highway 50, the 77,000-acre Great Basin National Park (tel. 775/234-7331; www.nps.gov/grba) in the eastern part of the state may not be a Wonder of the World, but it is indeed…
In Two Weeks in Brazil
In 2 weeks, you can get a good taste of Brazil at a pace that won't leave you with post-holiday stress disorder. The route below takes you to Rio de Janeiro and the historic city of…
For Families in Brazil
Brazilians love children nearly as much as they love beaches, beer, and music. Maybe more. This route combines Brazil's top destinations in ways that will allow both you and your kids…
Ski Resorts in Central Andes and Central Valley
Ski Resorts in the Central Andean RegionIt's no longer just a summer getaway for skiing fanatics in search of the endless winter. In 2006, North American guests came close to ranking…