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Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2026
If you’re a traveler, you’re lucky. You know the secret.You know that travel heals. Travel uplifts. As long as the world still goes round, travelers can reset their minds and hearts…
Need a Motion Sickness Cure? Scientists Say This Type of Music Can Help
You've probably heard that music has charms to soothe a savage breast. But did you know it has charms to soothe an upset stomach?A 2025 scientific study published in the journal…
New Pacific Northwest Cruise Combines Coastal Trip with Tours of Washington State National Parks
Travelers hoping to see as much of the Pacific Northwest's natural splendor as possible on one trip have an intriguing new option from American Cruise Lines. The company's latest…
6 Ways Travel Is About to Get More Expensive—And Why
Hotel ratesAccording to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), hotel rates are expected to increase globally by 4% over the next few years.This is partly due to demand…
The Unexpected Travel Effects of the Federal Shutdown
No matter how common they have become, U.S. Government shutdowns can be painful, especially for travelers.Already, the action that began on October 1 is affecting everything from…
CroisiEurope Is Bringing This Type of River Cruise to the Seine in France for the First Time
A popular European cruise line says it will soon operate the first-ever paddle-wheel river cruises on the Seine in France. CroisiEurope, a French company specializing in river and…
Virgin Voyages' New Airline-Style Tiered Pricing: Here's What Each Class Means
Virgin Voyages is bringing airline-style tiered pricing to its cruises. Starting Tuesday, October 7, the line will divide fares into three classes: Base, Essential, and Premium. The…
Solo Cruisers Are Getting an Entire Ship Just for Them—No Shared Cabins
As solo travel has become more and more popular, several cruise lines have begun catering to the trend by offering cabins, activities, and lounges specifically set aside for solo…
Holiday Travel Tips: Why You Should Book Early, What Will Be Different in 2025, and More
When the leaves are turning gold, red, and burnt orange, that means just one thing: You’ve missed the best window for booking affordable holiday travel. This year, I'm breaking out the…
There's Another New Fee on Cruises: Penalties for Missing Dining Reservations
The big cruise lines, which are in constant pursuit of fatter profits to please shareholders, are busy finding new ways to tighten the screws on guests.Last week, word came that…
Tulip Season in the Netherlands: Experience it Yourself with Boating and Biking Tours
Tulip season in the Netherlands typically runs from the middle of March to the middle of May, but travelers are advised to make plans far in advance. Tour slots can fill up quickly—and…
Norwegian Cruise Line Throttles Wi-Fi —Now Instagram Reels Cost Another $10/Day
Most of us know that because of the equipment and services involved, Wi-Fi access on cruise ships isn't cheap. The basic package on Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), called Voyage Wi-Fi…
10 Ways to Cut the Cost of an Expedition Cruise
Fancy taking Viking’s 13-day Antarctic Explorer on the line’s newest ship, Octanis? That will be $15,000, please. Even sailings to more “affordable” expedition cruise destinations…
New and Upcoming River Cruises in Europe, the US, India, and Beyond
Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising.Among the many reasons river cruises entice travelers: close-up scenery, calm waters, and the…
First Look at Oceania Allura: A Fresh Spin on Familiar Flavors
In mid-July, Oceania Cruises’ Allura said arrivederci for the first time to its birthplace in Genoa, Italy, and sailed around the coast of the boot-shaped peninsula to get to…
Rise in Measles Prompts Popular Caribbean Destination to Require Vaccination to Visit
There has been an update to this story. See the bottom of this post. The United States has logged at least 1,200 measles cases so far in 2025. Although the U.S. had declared the…
Mexico's Tax on Cruisers, Soon to Be $21, Has Taken Effect: Is It Really a Big Deal?
Late last year, incoming U.S. President Donald Trump wasn't even in the White House yet when he threatened Mexico with a new 25% tariff. When he did that, Mexico slapped back fast. The…
What to Expect on a River Thames Barge Cruise in England’s Countryside: Our Review
Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising.The narrow River Thames unfolds like a ribbon dropped onto an old map. Flowing for more than 200 miles…
Get to Know Juneau: Things to Do Beyond the Cruise Terminal in Alaska’s Vibrant Capital
Juneau, Alaska, is arguably the prettiest capital city in the United States—that is, if you like fresh air, thriving clean waters, and occasional glimpses of the northern lights…
This $10 Item Could Keep You from Getting Sick on a Cruise Ship
A purported symbol of luxury that turns out to be a source of contamination may sound like a metaphor for critiquing society. But it's also an actual thing on cruise ships, according…
8 Expert Tips for Making a European River Cruise Affordable
River cruising has the reputation for being expensive. Not to worry—we talked to major experts in river cruises to get their top tips for anyone wondering how to bag a bargain.Opt for…
A 'Marvelous' Hack for Disembarking from a Cruise Ship Faster
First-time cruisers might be surprised to learn that getting off the ship at the end of a voyage isn't exactly a simple undertaking. More or less simultaneously, crew members have to…
The New Victory Cruise Lines Sails the Great Lakes: How Improved Are Its ‘New’ Ships?
A major player in Great Lakes cruising went away. Now, it’s back.And while there’s still some room for improvement, the new Victory Cruise Lines is largely better than before. Victory…
Save Money by Cruising the Mediterranean During ‘Quiet Season’
Winter is shaping up to be the new summer when it comes to Mediterranean cruises.Instead of deploying all of their ships to the Caribbean and other balmy destinations when the weather…
MSC World America Ship Tour: What We Loved and What Was Meh
If you watched Super Bowl LIX or have been anywhere near a TV or computer screen since then, you’ve probably caught a glimpse of that ad in which actors Drew Barrymore and Orlando…