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Slope Specs: Why Adelboden is a Little-Known Swiss Treasure

Adelboden, Switzerland (tel. +41 (0) 33 673 80 80; www.adelboden.ch) is the kind of European ski resort that North Americans always say they hope they will find -- a charming, scenic…

Batter Up for a Sunny Spring Training and Tokyo Season Opener

Rejoice ladies. Football season is over and, for us sports widows, finally a chance to get our men folk back (for at least a couple of weeks anyway). Yes, hot on the heels of football…

Lifting the Curtain on Tennessee's Secret City

To many readers, Oak Ridge, TN means "atom bomb" and memories of World War II. But to the scientists who worked and lived here at that time, it's the city that helped bring peace…

Travel Insurance: When You Need it and What You Need to Ask

Even with Hurricane Dean taking aim at Cancún, Mexico, last August, Miguel Guillen wasn't worried. After all, he had insured his vacation. A quick call to his insurance company,…

5 Things Airlines Won't Tell You About Their Food

Airline food. The very mention of those two words is enough to provoke a strong -- and usually negative -- reaction from any passenger.But let's add another word. Good airline…

Get a Different Look at the World from 6 Stunning Vistas

500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up highlights 29 hiking, biking and riding trips throughout the world. The six picks below are located in some of the most beautiful…

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

Anguilla On the western shore of the island, the 18-hole, par-72 Temenos Golf Club (tel. 264/498-9000) has opened, but the 100-room deluxe St. Regis Resort has been delayed until…

Lito's Tech Tip: Big Turns for Big Mountains

The cruiser's secret weapon is an effortless, energy-saving, long-radius turn -- more elegant and more efficient than the way most intermediate skiers hack their way down the slope.…

Hello, Mr. President: Nice Place You Have Here

500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up highlights 29 hiking, biking and riding trips throughout the world. Below you'll find six presidential birthplaces, homes, mansions…

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Singapore and Malaysia

Planning Your TripAs of May 2007, Singapore has placed restrictions on liquids, aerosols and gels that passengers may carry with them on all flights departing from Changi…

September's Prize: Win a Trip for Two to Japan!

One lucky winner and a guest will experience ancient traditions, modern cities and breathtaking scenery in Japan! You won't want to miss your chance to visit the fascinating…

Irreverent Guide to Orlando's Best Theme Park Attractions

If you can't find anything to do in Orlando, then you simply aren't trying. For better or worse, Orlando is the ultimate playground, where no matter what your age, you'll find some…

From Communism to Vacation Haven, Albania is Europe's New Sweet Spot

With 200 miles of Adriatic and Ionian Sea coastline and the ability to spend Lek rather than Euros, Albania is fast becoming the adventure seeker's alternate European getaway. The…

Sardinia: Steeped in History and Sensational Culinary Experiences

Definitely one of the sexiest destinations in Italy, Sardinia has a bit of a split personality. On one hand it's a Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous-type exclusive location with…

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Hong Kong

Here are the latest openings, offerings, changes, and events in Hong Kong and Macau. Planning Your Trip To help you plan your trip, the Hong Kong Tourist Board has installed a…

International Events to Plan Your Trips Around

Brxl Bravo -- Brussels, Belgium, March 2-4, 2007 This biennial event transforms the European Union capital into a caldron of artistic expression. For three days Brussels celebrates…

It's Not Too Late for a Last-Minute Mardi Gras

New Orleans has certainly seen its unfair share of difficulties ever since Hurricane Katrina, but its importance as an iconic city has not waned; if anything, the tragedy has shown us…