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8 Financially Reliable Travel Insurance Providers

Frommer's names eight companies that have proved themselves over time.

Article / Passportable

TSA PreCheck Will Come to You Now: How to Find the Mobile Enrollment Truck

Enrolling in TSA PreCheck is getting more convenient in cities across the U.S. this fall. Thanks to the expanded IdentoGO mobile enrollment push, travelers who want to join the…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Insurance at a Glance

To buy the best travel insurance, first you need to know about policy options and the reputable insurers.

Article / Air Travel

How to Avoid Motion Sickness on an Airplane

Tips from medical experts on preventing—or at least easing—airsickness

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Covid-19 Requirements for Visiting Mexico and the Caribbean

The latest updates on entry requirements for visiting Caribbean islands and Mexican resort areas during the pandemic

Article / Passportable

You Can Take a Sudsy Soak in Beer at a Spa in Denver

A day spa in Denver brings new meaning to the term "slinging suds." At the Beer Spa, a wellness retreat/taproom that opened in 2021, the signature service is a 90-minute "Beer Bath…

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Got a DUI? You're Banned from Canada (and Maybe These Other Countries)

Sober up or stay home: Some countries refuse to admit foreigners who have been caught driving under the influence.

Article / Family & Kids

How to Find a Pet Sitter: Where to Look, What to Ask, When to Book

We asked experts how to go about finding a pet sitter who’s reliable, responsible, and, perhaps most important, available. 

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

The FAA Wants Your Thoughts on Airplane Seat Sizes

If you think airplane seats are too small—and it's hard to imagine anyone this side of Smurf Village who wouldn't feel that way—the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) would…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Airlines Messed Up 2022. All Your Travel Plans Should Be Cancellable Now

However you slice it, the airlines messed up this summer. They overpromised and can't deliver, and we're the ones paying the price.More than 14,000 U.S. flights were canceled or…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

The Best Way to Prevent Traveler's Diarrhea, According to Scientists

Watching what you eat doesn't always work. But this safe, affordable solution has been proven effective in scientific studies. 

Article / Passportable

Yellowstone Is Partly Closed: Here's How Getting in Works Now

Update, July 1: Yellowstone National Park will reopen significant sections of the North Loop Road on July 2. Check the park's official site (linked below) for the latest changes in…

Article / Passportable

Delta’s New Airport Screens Can Show 100 People Different Views Simultaneously

What's the word for when a thing is kind of cool yet kind of creepy at the same time? Oh, right. Technology. Delta Air Lines is trying out something that's very technology at Detroit…

Article / Passportable

USA Borders Will End Covid Testing Requirement as of June 12

Just in time for the peak summer travel season, the United States will scrap a cumbersome requirement for all incoming air passengers to furnish negative results from a fresh Covid-19…

Article / Passportable

A Tech Solution to Make Cruising with Food Allergies Safer, Simpler

In what appears to be an industry first, Carnival Cruise Line will be offering customized menus based on food allergies using touch-screen tablets at all dining venues on all…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

The Dirtiest Surfaces in Planes and Hotels, According to Scientists

With the considerable rewards of travel come the inevitable risks of encountering crud. But some parts of hotels, airplanes, and airports are cruddier than others, according to…

Article / Passportable

What's the Most LGBTQ+-Friendly Country in Europe? This Ranking Declares a Clear Winner

Travelers concerned with visiting places that protect the rights of LGBTQ+ people might want to circle Malta on the map. The Mediterranean island nation received the highest score in…

Article / Passportable

European Union Dropping Mask Requirement for Air Travel

UPDATE, May 18: As explained below, the European Union has dropped its requirement that air travelers wear masks on planes and in airports across the 27-nation bloc. However,…

Article / Money and Fees

How to Save Money on a Vacation Rental and Get the Lowest Price

Congrats—you’ve found a great vacation rental for your family! Here’s how to be sure you get the best price and protect your purchase.

Article / Air Travel

Why You Definitely Shouldn't Eat Pretzels on an Airplane

Salty snacks such as pretzels and potato chips are especially ill-suited to flying. Here's why—and what to eat instead. 

Article / Air Travel

Don’t Fall for This Online Airfare Scam—Here’s What to Watch Out For

Found an airfare booking site with incredibly cheap plane tickets? Read this before you book.

Article / Passportable

U.S. Extends Mask Mandate for Travel, But Only By Two Weeks

Update, April 18: The TSA announced that as of April 18, it will no longer enforce the mask mandate during its last few remaining days. Some airlines and travel facilities have…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Which U.S. Airports Have the Longest Security Wait Times?

If you need to fly out of South Florida at any point this summer, you might want to leave for the airport now. Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood…

Article / Family & Kids

6 Crucial Things Parents Can Do to Childproof a Vacation

Even places that welcome kids don’t necessarily childproof their units. That’s up to you.  

Article / Beach & Water Sports

The Icky Truth About That Chlorine Smell in Swimming Pools

Let's just say you're gonna wanna take a shower after swimming. And maybe after reading this.