Tagged: ancient-sites

How to Visit the Site of Julius Caesar's Assassination in Rome

The spot in Rome where Julius Caesar was assassinated sits in a large sunken square a short distance south of the Pantheon.Known as Largo di Torre Argentina, the site contains the…

Colosseum Underground Tour Delves Into Restored Tunnels Below Ancient Roman Monument

Whether or not you think about the Roman Empire as often as the men of TikTok evidently do, you're likely to be intrigued by the opportunity to follow in gladiators' footsteps through…

Do You Need Tickets for the Pantheon? Navigating Rome’s Confusing New Fee Rollout

After centuries—nay, millennia—of flinging open its mighty bronze doors free of charge, the Pantheon, one of the most-visited attractions in Rome, is now charging admission. Effective…

34 Natural and Cultural Wonders Added to UNESCO World Heritage List

Europe's historic spa towns, a railway that crosses two Iranian mountain ranges, a prehistoric Peruvian calendar, an Indian temple, a French lighthouse, and a collection of Arabian…

Provence Glory: Lush Photo Book Captures the Timeless Beauty of Southern France

As ancient as its Roman monuments and as fresh as the flowers in its markets, the Provence region of Southern France has a palpably layered history set against a truly swoon-worthy…

After 40 Years, Pompeii Fully Reopens Its Treasure-Filled Antiquarium

In some ways, the Antiquarium museum at the archeological park of Pompeii has had as troubled a history as the doomed city itself. The facility opened back in 1873 but since then, it…

The Prettiest Places in Croatia Will Make You Long to Go

When it comes to scenery, Croatia is a strong contender for Europe’s best in show. The country’s dazzling Adriatic coastline—with its sunny beaches, shimmering waters, and clusters of…

Our Weekly Travel Podcasts: The Future of Cruising and Far-Flung Adventures

Each week, Frommer's brings you two fresh podcasts stuffed with travel tips, news, and inspiration. Recordings are made from our weekly call-in show on WABC in New York and our…

New River Cruise Ship from AmaWaterways Coming to the Nile

The 25th ship from river cruise line AmaWaterways will set sail on the Nile next year. Dubbed the AmaDahlia, the brand-new vessel will transport passengers on an 11-day "Secrets of…

Long Wait Between Flights? Get Outta Town

With the sad condition of our nation's airways, people are being stuck in airports for longer than ever. And that doesn't include folks stuck there by choice, like the crowds who have…

4 Secrets for the Perfectly Timed Vacation

If you've seen one tourism brochure that refers to itself as a "year-round" destination, you've probably seen them all.They lie, of course.Take a place like the Florida Keys, a…