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New Trend: Hotels Are Charging Much More for the Fees You Don't Ask About

One of the benefits of writing a published guidebook for the same destination year after year, as many Frommer's writers do, is that the constant observation of a place makes it much…

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Can the Playboy Club Stage a Comeback? A New One Is Opening in 2026 in This U.S. City

Playboy, like many a senior citizen with somewhat regressive views on masculinity before it, is moving to South Florida. The bunny-branded media company, still known primarily for its…

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Coming in 2026: A New South Africa Safari Experience and All-Inclusive Resort from Club Med

The venerable all-inclusive resort brand Club Med is opening its first property in South Africa in 2026. Located in the country's eastern KwaZulu-Natal province along the Indian Ocean,…

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What Are the Safest Countries to Visit in 2026?

Smart travelers make safety a top concern no matter where they're headed. But, obviously, some places pose fewer risks than others due to factors such as economic and political…

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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…

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This Hotel Chain’s New “Scent-Powered Alarm Clock” Wakes You Up with Breakfast Smells

A major hotel chain is trying out new alarm clocks designed to wake guests not with beeps or music but with the smells of breakfast. Wakey wakey, eggs 'n' bakey, indeed. The…