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Lesser Known South Pacific Paradises: Round-Trip Air From $995

The South Pacific Ocean is a haven to some of the most picturesque and romantic islands in the world, but beyond the gentle shores of the well-known paradise locations are dozens of…

Article / Air Travel

Oh, Canada! West is Best in Victoria and Vancouver: Fly One-Way From $173

The Pacific coastline of British Columbia is among the most spectacular destinations in North America. Skiing and winter sports aside, which are major draw cards to the region, summer…

Article / Cruise

Breaking the Bottle and Blessing the Ship: The Most Memorable Cruise Ship Godmothers

For as long as ships have been built, they've been ceremoniously blessed in one way or another. Wine, water and whiskey have been used to christen them, though go back far enough and…

Article / Cruise

NCL Saves the Best for Last, Completing Hawaii Fleet with Pride of Hawai'i

They said it couldn't be done. That was back in 2002, and cruise industry experts were saying that NCL was nuts. Operate a small fleet of U.S.-flagged ships? Hire all American crew?…

Article / Packages

Eight Sun-Drenched Days on Malta for $987, Airfare Included

Malta is many things at once -- a peaceful retreat for busy Europeans, home to a unique and ancient culture, plus a sophisticated nightlife and beach culture hotspot catering to hip…

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See the Beauty of Namibia: Five Nights' Stay and Rental Car From $790

Before there was Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt and their union known as Brangelina, there was the beautiful African country of Namibia.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Getting Prepared: RVing Tips & Hints

In this article we'll discuss some of the nuts and bolts of life on the road so that you, too, can overcome disorganization and have the courage to just hit the road.

Article / Air Travel

Airfare Update: Low Fares to London, Ireland, Germany, San Juan Plus a Delta Expansion and More

George Hobica reports on the latest airfare discounts and sales plus Delta's JFK expansion and more.

Article / Packages

Summer Skiing in the Sierras: Stay and Ski From $82 Per Night

With all the whacky weather patterns impacting our four seasons, why shouldn't we be able to ski until July? At Mammoth Mountain located in the Sierra Mountains of California, this…

Article / Packages

Memoirs of a Vacation: Visit Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and More from $939

There seems to be no shortage of fare sales and tour packages to Japan -- with varying degrees of hand-holding available -- and we've rounded up the latest here.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Give Up the Gas or at Least Save When You Want to Drive

Still looking for ways to hit the road and still save dollars and fuel this season? We've gathered together a few more deals to try and entice you to still take that vacation or…

Article / Cruise

Extra! Extra! The Latest in Cruise News

Matt Hannafin reports on new schedules, ship upgrades and the latest in Cruise News.

Article / Cruise

Freedom of the Seas: The Fat Lady Sings

So, she's finally here: Freedom of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's much-anticipated, much-publicized, 160,000-ton, 3,634-passenger answer to Cunard's Queen Mary 2 and all the other…

Article / Packages

Finally! Procrastination Has Paid Off, Book Last Minute for Memorial Day and Save

With that one extra day, three day weekends like Memorial Day give travelers that extra 'umph' to travel a little further and stay a little longer.

Article / Air Travel

Get a Taste of Holland and Belgium With Air and Three Nights' Stay From $549

What Holland and Belgium may lack in size, they more than make up for in events, attractions and reasons to visit.

Article / Air Travel

Fare Flash! Delta Reduces Fares To and From Phoenix and Las Vegas

Over the weekend, Delta reduced fares to and from both Las Vegas and Phoenix.

Article / Packages

On the Road Again: Road Trip Ideas in Every Direction all Over the U.S.

Road trips are as American as apple pie and baseball. An inherent part of American culture since the covered wagon, the open road and the great divide makes many a traveler salivate…

Article / Air Travel

Jamaican-Me-Crazy with These Low Prices: Air and Three Nights' Stay From $369

As we enter the off season, you can get to the friendly Caribbean island of Jamaica for very little money whatsoever. While you're there, you may find plenty of things to entice you,…

Article / Hotels

Get Thee to a Nunnery (or a Monastery) and Save on Accommodation Costs

Many years ago while in Rome, I stayed in a convent which was surprisingly comfortable, had a huge communal kitchen and was centrally located. It was also very affordable in a city…

Article / Hotels

Get More in Moorea With Exotic Bungalows, Local Art, Good Food and Relaxation

Polynesians and those living here have a saying. 'J'etais pique par le tiare.' Translating into 'I was bitten by the tiare flower,' the phrase really means I fell so in love with the…

Article / Air Travel

Fare Flash! American/United Unadvertised Airfare War

We haven't seen such a vicious unadvertised fare war in many months.

Article / Packages

Take a Vacation at Your Dream Job: VocationVacations

It's another weekday morning and you are sitting staring at your computer screen at work, reading Frommer's articles, shopping online, trolling the gossip websites -- anything to avoid…

Article / Hotels

A Tale of Two Cities: Christchurch and Auckland Offer Great Hotels, Food and Hikes

On location, Jason Sheftell reports on what's happening in and around Christchurch and Auckland.

Article / Air Travel

Visit Puerto Rico, The Island of Enchantment from $559 for Five Days

At just 100 miles long and 35 miles wide, Puerto Rico is small enough to see a good portion of it in a short period of time, and close enough to get there quickly.

Article / Hotels

Ice, Ice Baby: New Zealand's West Coast Offers Glacier Hiking, Scenic Drives and More

On location, Jason Sheftell reports on what's happening in and around New Zealand's west coast.