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Chip and Joanna Gaines' Hotel Opens This Fall, Cementing Their Waco Takeover

Waco, Texas, takes another step toward becoming Chip-and-Joanna-Gainesville this fall. The married stars of the home-renovation series Fixer Upper have developed and designed their own…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

America's Downtown Hotels Are Cheaper Right Now, but How Is the Neighborhood?

Across the United States, downtown business districts are hurting. Many former office workers continue to do a substantial share of their jobs from home, leaving entire blocks without…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Fall Foliage in New England: What to Expect in 2023

It has been a rainy summer in New England, characterized by flash flooding in Vermont and the second-wettest July on record in Boston. What does that mean for the region's famous fall…

Article / Slideshows

Self-Guided Loire Valley Bike Tour: Seeing France’s Castles and Countryside on Two Wheels

You're riding down a country road in the Loire Valley of France, the wind in your hair, a field of sunflowers bowing their heads as you glide by. A fairy tale castle comes into view,…

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Which Greek Islands to Visit to Avoid Crowds: 8 Great Escapes

Greece ’s most popular islands—Mykonos and Santorini chief among them—are more crowded than ever. For travelers dreaming of a quieter Greek island getaway, here are eight havens for…

Article / Air Travel

Tracking Flight Prices: What to Do When You Book a Trip, Then Find a Better Deal

Strategies to try when you're tracking flight prices and discover cheaper plane tickets for a trip you've already booked

Article / Miscellaneous

London's Latest Scams: Pedicabs and "American" Candy Stores

Scams come and go in London. Two of the latest target tourists by wearing a cloak of false legitimacy.

Article / Passportable

Hurricane Season 2023 Could Be Worse Than First Thought, Forecasters Say

UPDATE, August 11: In a new hurricane season forecast released this week by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the U.S. government's offical weather watchers…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Minion Land Now Making Mischief at Universal Orlando Resort: Check Out the Videos

Minions, the animated yellow capsule creatures (think sentient Percocet pills, but adorable) from the Despicable Me cinematic universe, now have their own theme park area at Universal…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Maui Wildfires: How You Can Help Affected Communities in Hawaii

As anyone who has ever visited Hawaii knows, the word aloha means far more than just "hello" and "goodbye." In the Hawaiian language, alo means "to share" and ha stands for the concept…

Article / Passportable

Hot Pilot in a Cat Video Demonstrates Best Place to Sit on Airplanes

Fasten your seat belts. Today, we have something rare. Somehow, multiple aspects of our pop culture's all-consuming and relentless social media banality have collided to provide…

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Acropolis Tickets: Athens Landmark Joins List of Attractions You Must Prebook

The Acropolis of Athens is dominated by the Parthenon, one of the world's most identifiable buildings—what's left of it, anyway (thanks a lot, Venetian army of 1687). For that reason…

Article / Air Travel

Premium Economy vs. Economy Plus on Airplanes: What’s the Difference?

Want some extra legroom on your flight? Or an elevated set of amenities? The differences in price and perks between premium economy and main cabin plus seats. 

Article / Passportable

Flying Through LAX? Now You'll Need to Pack One of These

The Transportation Security Administration clamped down on liquids and gels in carry-ons way back in 2006. An entire generation is reaching adulthood without ever having known the…

Article / Arts and Culture

5 Ways to Get Free Admission to Museums (or at Least a Steep Discount)

Entry fees at museums are skyrocketing, but there are still ways to get in for free or at a substantial discount. 

Article / Slideshows

The World's Best River Cruises—Which One Should You Choose?

River cruises are a hot vacation choice for good reason. You ride along calm waters to discover the interior of countries in Europe , the U.S. , and elsewhere, often docking right in…

Article / Money and Fees

Avoid Travel Cancellation Fees with This Simple, Legal Trick

If it's too late to get out of that hotel booking, that Disney dining reservation, or other advance plan, there's often a simple last-ditch thing you can do to wriggle out of it.

Article / Slideshows

Europe in Autumn: Where to Go in September, October, and November

For travelers averse to Europe’s summer crowds, heat, and prices, autumn is an ideal season to visit many parts of the continent. What’s more, Europe puts on a good show this time of…

Article / Air Travel

The Worst U.S. Airports for Catching a Connecting Flight

We're naming airport names, and breaking down our advice by season, ticket type, and more.

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

No, Cruise Ships Are Not Banned from Amsterdam

Another week, another inaccurate travel headline that seems designed for clicks.In recent days, you might have read that Amsterdam's city council has outlawed cruise ships. BBC News:…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

How to Prep for High Altitude Before Your Mountain Vacation

Headed into the mountains? Here's what medical experts recommend to avoid altitude sickness.

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Don't Scan a Fake QR Code! Scammers Can Steal Your Personal Info

An earlier version of this post has been updated with new information.We know QR codes are convenient, allowing quick access to the website or payment portal of a restaurant, parking…

Article / Cruise

Avoid Cruise Ship Port Crowds By Using These Websites and Strategies

Some places lose their charm when they're inundated with cruise ship passengers. Use these tools to know when the quiet days are.

Article / Air Travel

The Air Traffic Controller Shortage: When Will It Improve? How Can You Prepare?

A shortage of air traffic controllers may be contributing to flight disruptions at U.S. airports. How—and how long—will your travels be affected? 

Article / Cruise

Can Passengers Bring Cannabis on Cruise Ships? What to Know About Pot and Cruising

Is marijuana legal on cruises if it's legal where you board? Let's weed out the myths from the facts.