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The Vessel in New York City Reopens with Entry Fee and More Security: Is It Worth Visiting?

In 2019, when the multiuse complex known as Hudson Yards opened in New York City , the centerpiece was a 150-foot-tall climbable sculpture called The Vessel. Designed by British…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

5 Ways to See the Northern Lights in Fairbanks, Alaska

Heading to Fairbanks during aurora season? Here are the best ways to spot the northern lights during your visit. 

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Do Top of the Rock’s New Rooftop Rides Make It the Best Observation Deck in NYC? Our Review

Since 1933 visitors have been flocking to the observation deck at Rockefeller Center in New York City . In the early days, they could lounge on Adirondack chairs in an area painted to…

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How to Find Out if a Cruise Port Will Be Crowded When You're There

Cruise ships keep getting bigger and bigger, but the delicate historic sights of Europe and the Caribbean remain the same size. When locals complain about overtourism, cruise ships are…

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Hotel Noel! The Jolliest Hotel Christmas Decorations and Traditions

Lots of hotels across the United States get festive each December with lobby Christmas trees, visiting carolers, and enough twinkling lights to rival a stargazing park. But the…

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Recent Art Vandalism Makes Visiting Museums Tougher for Travelers

London's iconic National Gallery, which receives some 3 million visits a year, has announced new security measures that will require more advance planning from travelers—and other…

Article / Cruise

What Not to Bring on a Cruise: Surprising Prohibited Items

Packing for a cruise? It's important to know what not to bring—and some common items banned by cruise lines may surprise you. 

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Flying with a Nut Allergy? You Might Be Freaking Out About the Wrong Thing

A team of scientists from the U.K. has released a new study debunking a widespread belief about how nut allergies work on airplanes. The common perception is that air travelers with…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Disney's New Lightning Lane Premier Pass: How to Access It for Less Money

Ever since the pandemic, one of the biggest annoyances at Disney theme parks has been the monetization of lines for rides. A few years ago, Disney invented a way to trick customers…

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New United Flights to Greenland, Mongolia, Bilbao, and Beyond

We may look back at 2024 as the year when overtourism reached a breaking point. In many of the world's most visitor-clogged destinations, local governments enacted new restrictions and…

Article / Money and Fees

$9 Chocolate Milk! $34 Club Sandwich! $200 Ticket! Disney's Prices Are Officially Nuts

Newly posted prices at Disney resorts are positively shocking. Has the famous storytelling company lost the plot?

Article / Air Travel

Can I Fly Without an ID? TSA Rules for Lost or Stolen ID Cards

Your ID is lost, stolen, or forgotten, and you need to catch a flight. Will the TSA let you through airport security?

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The Best Food Halls in Paris: Affordable Food Courts for France's Modern Style

The budget-minded food court concept is sweeping Europe, but but in a gastronomic capital like Paris, food courts have adopted a French flair with special accents on culture,…

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Can You Really Fly with a Gun in the USA? Or Bring a Toy Gun on an Airplane? We Hate to Tell You...

In the first 9 months of 2024, the Transportation Security Administration intercepted more than 5,000 firearms at airport security checkpoints across the United States, the federal…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

iPhone's Satellite Feature Can Help Travelers with No Power or Signal

Did you know Apple has a system that lets travelers send emergency texts via satellite even if there's no cell phone signal? Knowing how to use this tech could save your life.

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Is "Skiplagging" Illegal? And Does the Controversial Airfare Hack Even Save Money?

The controversial airfare trick known as "skiplagging" will soon go on trial in federal court. The purportedly money-saving hack involves booking a flight with a connection, but then…

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America's Scariest Haunted Hotels: Even More Inns for Supernatural Sightings

What do bank robbers, butchers, ballroom dancers, a schoolmarm, prostitutes and a lumberjack have in common? They're some of the long-dead characters who famously haunt hotels across…

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America's Top 10 Haunted Hotels, Part One

As the air turns crisp and fall gets into full swing, consider spending a night or two at one of these haunted hotels and inns in Charleston, Savannah, New Orleans, Austin, and more.…

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Discounts for Disney Due to Softer Bookings: See the Current Sales

Everyone knows a Disney parks vacation costs a lot. Disney was once a byword for whimsy and quality, but it seems like in our era, "expensive" has replaced "magic" as the single…

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Wait Times for U.S. Passports Haven't Been This Short in Years!

In the first half of 2021, the United States State Department had an epic backlog of 2 million passport applications. As the Biden Administration began, the wait time for a new…

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Online U.S. Passport Renewal is Now Fully Available! Here's All You'll Need

After a two-year period of beta testing, digital passport renewal is now a full reality for American travelers. Here's how it works and how long it takes.

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These Travel Apps Gobble Up the Most of Your Phone's Mobile Data

Depending on your smartphone's service plan, the expense of data while you're roaming abroad can be one of the ugliest surprises in a travel budget. Forgetting to use the correct…

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When to Start a Renewal of a U.S. Passport

Mail-in processing of passport renewal takes as long as three months, so it's crucial to know how soon you can apply to renew. The good news: A new digital renewal process is on…

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How to Bike Normandy’s D-Day Beaches: A Car-Free Side Trip from Paris

Beyond their historical significance, Normandy’s D-Day beaches are quite simply beautiful. The stark and ever-changing light on the vast water creates a palette of colors that makes…

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Exclusive: TSA Chief Reveals Huge Changes for Faster Airport Security—And Some Are Already in Place

With no fanfare, and with little public comment, one of the most dreaded aspects of air travel got faster, less intrusive, and far more pleasant. I’m talking about airport security,…