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How to Complain to Hertz Rent-A-Car
For instructions on how to send feedback to the well-known Hertz Rent-A-Car, read below.
How to Complain to Disneyland
It's not always the happiest place on Earth; here's how to complain to Disneyland.
How to Research Your Ancestry on a Trip to Scotland
Scotland's government makes researching your ancestry easier than in most places. Here's where to go in Scotland to find your roots—and what to know before you make the trip.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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,…
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.
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."
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?
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…
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?
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.
Get Your Kicks on Route 66
Travel Expert Jim Hinckley on Route 66 and the Great American Road Trip Today
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…
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…
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.
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.
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…
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?
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…