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"Basic Business Class"? Emirates Quietly Shakes Up Airfare Structures

Last summer, with no fanfare whatsoever, Emirates changed the rules of business travel. It took what was a signature product—its well-rated business class service—and decoupled it from…

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Travel Health: 8 Ways to Avoid Germs on an Airplane

UPDATED JANUARY 27, 2020 There's something about airplanes that just screams germs. The enclosed space, the recycled air, the guy sitting next to you who refuses to cover his mouth…

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This Twitter Account Tracks the Door Codes to London's Toilets

Every traveler knows the misery of not being able to find a loo. When you're spending hours away from your hotel exploring an unfamiliar town, pit stops can be few and far between. In…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Beating Travel Constipation: Getting Things Moving on the Road

Being irregular can happen to anyone when they travel, but there are reasons why—and some easy things you can do about it.

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

At JetBlue, a New High in Baggage Fees Brings a New Low for Customers

Which U.S.–based airline charges customers the highest fee for their first checked bag? As of this week, it's JetBlue. The airline hiked its baggage fee by $5—it's now $35. That's the…

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End of an Era: The Oldest Harrah's Casino Is Closing

Harrah's Reno has occupied its downtown spot in that Nevada city since 1937, when founder William F. Harrah opened his first bingo parlor. The place eventually expanded into a hotel…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

The Rules for Planning an Affordable, Fun Spring Break in 2020

The breaking travel news right now? That would be spring break, which is just around the corner. And then around the corner again. And again. That’s because this popular holiday period…

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U.S. National Parks Are Free on MLK, Jr. Day

Savings alert! On Monday, January 20, 2020, all American national parks will be free to enter.It's part of the National Park Service's regular schedule of free days, which are designed…

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Coming from Viking: Great Lakes Cruises and Polar Expeditions with Submarines

With sights set on both the farthest and the closest destinations on earth, cruise company Viking has announced a new fleet of two expedition ships. It will join the companies…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Can You Travel with CBD Oil? Laws are Murky, But Here's How to Protect Yourself

Is it legal to fly with CBD products within the United States? If it's a certain type—yes. If it breaks the rules—no. Here's how to make sure your CBD can be transported…

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Rome Bans Souvenir Stands Next to Iconic Sites

Tourists in the market for a Pope Francis bobblehead may have a tougher time finding that souvenir on the streets of Rome this year. The city has banned stalls selling mugs, magnets,…

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Great New (and Upgraded) Caribbean Resorts for Families for 2020

It’s time for your first look at the Caribbean’s latest and greatest! Meet the best new, reopened, and reimagined resorts for families. Turns out that basic waterfront hotels won't do…

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Carnival Cruise Line Bans "Offensive" Clothing Aboard Ships

Passengers on cruises used to wear tuxedos and evening gowns. Now one cruise company has determined that standards have slipped so far that it had to issue an explicit ban on…

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Love Chocolate? Check Out Slovenia’s New Chocolate-Obsessed Lodge

A new retreat in Slovenia will put to the test any chocolate lovers who refuse to believe there can be too much of a good thing. Located near vineyards and the red-roofed city of…

Article / Packing & Luggage

How to Pack for an African Safari

You'll need strategy, not a big pre-vacation shopping trip. Here's what to bring with you for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Best Caribbean Islands for Family Vacations: Which One to Choose

Not all Caribbean islands are the same. Yes, you can water ski, parasail, and sunbathe almost anywhere there, but islands come in different flavors, and some shine in specific areas.…

Article / Miscellaneous

Australia on Fire: What the Continent's Catastrophic Blazes Mean for Travelers

The author of "Frommer's Australia" surveys the damage from this season's devastating wildfires and provides expert advice on what travelers need to know—and how to help.

Article / Passportable

Staying in Amsterdam Will Cost You Extra This Year

An increase in Amsterdam's tourist tax went into effect on January 1. Going forward, visitors who stay in hotels in the Dutch capital will be charged a fee of €3 (US $3.35) per person…

Article / Passportable

Washington, D.C., Gets a Hotel Celebrating Women

August of 2020 will mark the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the U.S. Constitution's 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. A new hotel in Washington, D.C., might…

Article / Cruise

Do I Need a Passport to Cruise?

In light of heightened border security, it seems like a given that Americans need a passport to go on a cruise. But is that true?

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In India, a 14th-Century Fort Becomes a Luxury Resort

A 14th-century fort-and-palace complex in northern India will soon begin welcoming guests as a luxury resort. Fort Barwara, built more than 700 years ago by the Chauhan rulers of…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Many Vacationers Will Want to Attend Dubai’s Expo 2020, writes Arthur Frommer

If you haven’t yet made plans for an international vacation in 2020, you might want to consider going to Dubai late in the year. Starting on October 20 and continuing until April…

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New Service Lets You Rent Designer Fashions While Staying at W Hotels

A dedication to fashion can get in the way of packing light for vacation—after all, you've gotta have bags to carry all those outfits.Fortunately, a new partnership between W Hotels…

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The Top Travel Trends for 2020

What are the trends that will affect your 2020 vacation? In many ways, they are evolutions of ones that affected travel in 2019, so I strongly encourage you to read last year’s…

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Resort Areas in Cancún and the Riviera Maya: Which One Is Right for You?

The area around Cancún on Mexico’s Caribbean coast is one of the world’s most popular destinations for a beach getaway. But with miles of sand, surf, resorts, and ruins to choose from,…