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In New Zealand, Bungee Jumping Is Fun Even If You Don't Jump
How to soak up the rugged scenery, human drama, thrills, and chills of bungee jumping—without actually going over the edge
Best Hotel Loyalty Programs are Named, a National Memorial to Lynching Victims, and More: Our Daily Travel Briefing
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Why Florida Is the Weirdest State in the Country
The guy who wrote the book on Florida freakishness tells us why visitors to the Sunshine State should expect the unexpected—and embrace it.
The Ultimate Family Road Trip: Visiting Colleges
Helping your kids find the right college will put some mileage on your car...and some wrinkles on your forehead. Here are some tips on how to make seeing colleges—and the road…
The Blue Angels Show in Traverse City, Michigan
A video of the extraordinary Blue Angels show on the Fourth of July show in Traverse City.
What Skyslide is Like at Los Angeles' Skyspace Observation Deck: VIDEO
When Los Angeles welcomed a new skyscraper observation deck, it did it with a twist: A 45-foot glass slide that whisks tourists 70 stories over the streets of downtown. In the name of…
How to Share a Vacation House with Another Family
Even though sharing a vacation house with another family saves money, provides pals for your kids, and can add fun, the experience comes with a potential pitfall: destroying the…
How to Know If A Family Vacation Company is Any Good
Lots of companies claim to be "kid-friendly," but it takes a lot more than simply having a welcoming attitude to be truly suitable for children. Before you book that family holiday,…
Want to Save a Ton of Money on Your Next Car Rental? We'll Show You How
Where are travelers most frequently being taken for a ride? The airport. But you can save money on rental cars with one simple trick—and we have the numbers to prove it.
Which Are the Most Pet-Friendly U.S. Hotel Chains (And Which Ones Just Claim They Are)?
Lots of hotels say they'll let you stay with your dog—but at many, the price is steep and support is weak. But some American hotel companies truly do go the extra mile to welcome…
Malia Obama Brings Back the "Gap Year"—Here's Why Every Student Should Take One (and How)
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3 Alternatives to Miami Beach’s Party Hotels
Taking in all that’s new in Miami Beach can be exhausting. If you don’t want to deal with the hyped-up party scene or the impersonal service of a too-big resort, here are…
The Cold Comforts of the Kirkenes Ice Hotel, Norway
Hotels sculpted out of ice and snow have a become a rite of passage for adventure travelers. But is a night on the ice all it's cracked up to be?
Great Wolf's Huge New Indoor Water Park Opens Near Disneyland in California
The growing chain of lodge-style indoor water parks finally makes it way to California and sets up shop. Does Southern California need indoor flumes, and would it make a fitting…
Not Snorkeling, Not Scuba, But Snuba
Pauline Frommer Talks to an Expert About What's Making this New Water Sport So Popular
Endangered Animals In Rwanda
Where: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda Seeing mountain gorillas in the wild isn't easy, which is exactly what makes it so exciting. Unfortunately, only about 700 of these magnificent…
Answer Key to the Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt
Let's see who won the Scavenger Hunt! Click here for the rules and the challenges.
Pauline Frommer's Greenwich Village, NYC, Scavenger Hunt
Learn a bit about New York City history, interact with the city's real-life Village People, and turn part of your vacation into a low-key Amazing Race with this do-it-yourself…
How to Get a Reservation At the Most Popular Restaurants
Part of the joy of traveling is trying great restaurants—but what should you do if you're told there's no room for your party?
Holiday Road Trips 101: Staying Safe
Driving to see relatives for the holidays? We've gathered tips from top experts to make the trip more enjoyable....and less hazardous.
How to Survive Family Holiday Celebrations
Are you traveling to see relatives for the holidays? These tips from noted relationship experts could make the experience both more harmonious and more pleasurable.
How to Complain to Uber
As revolutionary as it may be, consumer experiences with this transportation app are not always ideal. Here's how you can file a complaint to Uber.
Long-Term Travelers Reinvent Hostels By Opening Their Own
Hostels were once infamous for being impersonal, clincial, and excruciatingly bare-bones, but international travelers are bringing their experiences home with them to open a next breed…
How to Complain to Cruise America
Was your RV Rental with Cruise America not up to par? Find out how to send it your complaint.