Top Destinations
Regions
Featured
New York City
Travel Ideas
Great Vacations in the U.S.A.
Trends & Hacks
Family Travel on a Budget: Our Top 14 Tips
Frommer's Favorites
Sicily's Vacation Discount Extended Until December—We Think
Most Popular Books
Frommer's Ireland 2026
Destinations
Our Favorites
Bookstore
Get Frommer’s free newsletter (always written by humans, never AI)
Travel Health & Safety: How Clean is Your Airplane's Air?
You have no choice but to breathe it, often for hours at a time. So what's keeping it safe most of the time, and how safe is it, really?
Travel Health & Safety: Smart Resouces for World Travelers
Intelligent travelers go by the old folk saying, 'Plan for the worst, hope for the best.' Here's planning advice that'll make your trip the best.
How to Spa: Answers to Questions You're Afraid to Ask
We've taken all your unasked questions to the experts, everything from how much to tip to what the therapist is really thinking when youÂ?re naked on the massage table.
Why You Should Buy Insurance Before Your Next Cruise
It's not difficult to imagine all of the things that could go wrong on a cruise: hurricanes, political upheaval and a sudden illness are just some of the snafus. On the other hand, how…
Travel Insurance Tips From a Broken-Thumbed Tourist
Fortunately for global travelers, the travel health insurance options are many and, not surprisingly, widely available on the Internet. Best of all, travel insurance includes many more…
All Hands Off Deck! A Hands-On Guide to Fighting a Shipboard Norovirus
On board viruses start like this: One infected passenger comes aboard, leaves his germs on a handrail and all of a sudden everyone's sick -- just like kindergarten. Though major…
Thailand Now, After the Coup
For tourists, Thailand feels almost exactly the same as it did before the coup d'état. The main difference? The tanks and soldiers stationed in and around Bangkok have become tourist…
Rebuilding a Tourism Industry After Wilma Wipes out the Yucatán
Despite the fact that the storm left about 35,000 tourists stranded in Cancún, Cozumel and the Mayan Riviera and caused major damage the outlook remains somewhat hopeful.
Bali: Is Paradise Lost?
Informational update on travel conditions relating to Bali.
Cosmetic Surgery Tourism: A Tummy Tuck in Thailand, a Breast Augmentation in Brazil
You normally wouldn't pair 'surgery' and 'vacation' in the same thought, but a growing trend marries the two. They do so for a variety of reasons -- but the overriding issue is cost.…
Travel Well, Travel Wisely with Tips for Maintaining Your Health and Keeping the Peace When Away
When you're busy doing big-picture trip planning like buying tickets, arranging for a house sitter, making hotel reservations, and packing, it's easy to let other things slide. While…
Responsible Travel: Dealing with Hazards when Visiting National Parks
Here are some tips on avoiding and dealing with some common outdoors hazards.
You're Outta There! New Short-Term Medical Evacuation Insurance
You can now buy Medjet's quality, short-term medical evacuation insurance just for the times you're traveling.
SARS: What Is It and How Can You Deal with It?
Bob Fisher examines the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome outbreak and how it can affect you.
A Serious Tome for Serious Times: Recommended Reading for Wary Citizens and Travelers Everywhere
The Survival Guide: What to Do in a Biological, Chemical, or Nuclear Emergency is a must-read for today's uncertain world.
Relax and Say "Spaaaah": Resources to Help Plan a Health Restoring Vacation
Curious about spa vacations, but not quite sure what that entails? Here are two great resources that explain it all and save you money.
White Knuckle Combat: How to Conquer the Fear of Flying, Part I: Identifying Aviophobia
Sascha Segan explains how to identify the symptoms of aviophobia in the first in a series on understanding and overcoming a fear of flying.
White Knuckle Combat: How to Conquer the Fear of Flying, Part II: Understanding Air Safety
Learning about air safety standards and piloting in difficult weather conditions can go a long way in helping someone to overcome aviophobia.
White Knuckle Combat: How to Conquer the Fear of Flying, Part III: What Can Be Done About It?
Sascha Segan takes you through current approaches for dealing with the fear of flying.
Princess Starts First Fully Accessible Shore Excursion in St. Thomas
Princess Cruiselines and Accessible Adventures team up to make shore excursions available for disabled travelers.
Health in the Air: Common Problems & Ailments
A in-depth look at the causes of--and cures to--health problems while in the air.
Checklist for The Healthy Traveler
What you should know before you go.
Advice for the Safe Traveler
Tips to improve your safety here and abroad.
What To Do If You Get Sick Away From Home
Here's how to prepare and how to respond when a traveler falls ill in another country.
Lost-Luggage Insurance
Practical advise on how to deal with lost luggage.