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Bulls Before Breakfast: A Conversation with Bull-Running Enthusiast Peter Milligan

Arthur and Pauline Frommer sit down with Peter Milligan, author of Bulls Before Breakfast: Running with the Bulls and Celebrating Fiesta de San Fermín in Pamplona, Spain.

Article / Theme Park

America's Only Thomas the Tank Engine Theme Park Land Opens: Images

The new land, targeted to very small children and based on the wildly popular English characters, opens in Massachusetts.

Article / Arts and Culture

After the Amtrak Accident: Why Did It Happen, and What Can We Do Going Forward?

Arthur and Pauline Frommer sit down with Jim Matthews, President and CEO of the National Railroad Passengers Association, to discuss the Amtrak accident in Philadelphia.

Article / Arts and Culture

The Ladies of Managua: A Tour of Nicaragua from a Novel Perspective

Arthur and Pauline Frommer chat with Eleni Gage, author of The Ladies of Managau, and talk about her experiences while living in Nicaragua.

Article / Arts and Culture

Hemingway's Paris: A Writer's City Through Words and Pictures

Walk the streets of Paris as Hemingway did and take a step back into the romantic 1920s using Robert Wheeler's new book, Hemingway's Paris: A Writer's City Through Words and Pictures.

Article / Local Experiences

Walking The Bible: A Journey Through Israel, Egypt, and the Land of the Old Testament

Arthur and Pauline Frommer sit down with Bruce Feiler, Author of the new book Walking the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of Moses.

Article / Cruise

Is it Worth it to Buy a Cruise Line Drink Package?

You may have noticed that cruise lines offer drink packages and wondered whether they're a good deal. The answer is simple but requires some math on your part: It depends on how many…

Article / Cruise

When is the Best Time to Cruise?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer for when to sail: It depends on your own personal priorities. Whether you’re looking to avoid the rough seas or score a bargain deal,…

Article / Hotels

Tips for Booking a Hotel in Amsterdam

Navigating all of the accommodation choices can be a bit confusing. Which neighborhood? How many stars? What’s in the rooms? What’s a good deal? We're here to help.

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Arthur Frommer's Reaction to the President's Announcement Regarding the Travel Embargo Against Cuba

"Although it will make headlines, the announcement of these embargo modifications is of far less substance than meets the eye."

Article / Road Trips

Gas, Food, Lodging, Payola: Why You Can't Trust Those Highway Signs

Signs along the Interstate tell you which restaurants and hotels are nearby—but how did those signs get there?

Article / Food and Drink

Eating Cheap in Paris: Great meals for less than €10

Paris has a reputation for being romantic, fashionable, and as most are quick to add, expensive. While the food is almost always quite good, a nice dinner in the City of Lights can run…

Article / Money and Fees

Using Contactless Credit Cards When You Travel

The new twist in credit card purchases is contactless payment—how does it work, and can you use your credit card on vacation?

Article / Cruise

7 Popular Tourist Traps — and Where to Go Instead

Ever wonder why tourist traps are so popular? Sometimes, it’s as simple as name recognition, created by effective marketing, and a lack of knowledge about other choices.

Article / Road Trips

Get Your Kicks on Route 66

Travel Expert Jim Hinckley on Route 66 and the Great American Road Trip Today

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

The Meanest Roads in America: More Public Highways Bleeding Tourists with Cashless Tolls

They're the meanest roads in America.If you haven't taken a road trip vacation in the last few years, you're in for a rude shock. More states are implementing what's called "cashless…

Article / Family & Kids

Family Travel: 10 Ways to Save on a Family Ski Trip

Ski vacations are pricey by nature, but savvy parents never pay full price for a winter getaway. Once you learn how to spot a kid-friendly resort, you can use a few smart strategies to…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Six Nights in the Azores from $999 per person with Air

Travel to Europe in less than five hours with this trip to the Azores, and save $495.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Three Nights in Los Cabos, from $739 with Air

Escape cold and snowy January to warm and sunny Los Cabos and save $278 per person.

Article / Local Experiences

The Able Traveler: Factory Tours for Everyone

In these days of rising prices and shrinking budgets, factory tours are still are a great travel value. Besides being easy on the wallet, they're also very educational. As an added…

Article / Family & Kids

Travel Troubleshooter: But No One Told Me the Pool Was Closed

Is it up to the traveler to find out about seasonal closures, or should hotel booking sites clearly specify when a certain amenity isn't available?

Article / Local Experiences

The Able Traveler: Wheelchair-Accessible Ballooning and Wine Tasting in Northern California

Clever design makes ballooning -- a once off-limits activity -- available to wheelchair travelers and slow walkers. After you land, fill your day with a picnic and wine tasting in…

Article / Family & Kids

Peru with Kids: Appreciating Machu Picchu & Much More

A family trip to Machu Picchu reveals other adventures and a tasty introduction to Peruvian cuisine.

Article / Family & Kids

Ask the Family Travel Expert: Disney World with Three Generations

Learn how to manage time, meals, and expectations on a multigenerational trip to Disney World.

Article / Family & Kids

Travel-Friendly Gadgets for Kids

Need to keep your kids entertained on the road? Don't forget to pack some of these great gadgets on your next trip.