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Get Behind the Scenes in Venice

In a city almost wholly devoted to the tourist trade, is it possible for the visitor to experience some of the life known to residents? It's not very easy, but we tell you how.

Article / Local Experiences

The "Other" Side of Oahu

As is true of any vacation destination, there can be an invisible 'us' and 'them' barrier between visitor and resident on Oahu. Here are the insider tips on where the locals go,…

Article / Road Trips

PA's Route 6: Mountains, Mines & Railroads

The eastern quarter of Pennsylvania's Route 6 is its most diverse, in terms of geography, geology and people. Along this route, you have the gorgeous lush greenery of the Pocono…

Article / Family & Kids

From the Mountains to the Beaches to the Zoo: Pack up the Family for Three Days from $279

Ah, summertime. Time to head to the beach, head to the mountains, or head overseas, depending on what your family is like. Steering clear of Disney, we found a few deals for…

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Lions, not Tigers, but Game Drives, Oh My! Land-Only African Safaris From $1,399

Carrie Havranek reports on a range of safari options throughout Africa. There's something for everyone, from trips with a humanitarian bent, to those with multiple spa treatments.

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Take a Day or Two to Eat Your Way Through Singapore

If you're headed for Southeast Asia, chances are you'll wind up passing through Singapore at some point. One of the region's major transportation hubs, a great way to spend a day or…

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PA's Route 6: Driving Through "God's Country"

Robert Haru Fisher reports on Pennsylvania's first Official Dark Sky Preserve, a sheep farming B&B and more in the second of three installments of his trip across Route 6.

Article / Senior

Mature Travelers: A Compendium of Trip Planning Resources

We've compiled a cornucopia of online and offline resources for travelers over 55.

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Food Glorious Food: Culinary Vacations in Exotic Locations

The essence of travel is immersing yourself in the local culture, so indulging in its cuisine and delicacies is the perfect place to start.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Ten Days from $1,650 for History, Beaches and and More in the North of France

Just a two and half hour drive north from Paris through quaint fishing villages with cobblestone harbors, the northern coast of France is a mellow alternative to its sister beach towns…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Dive Into The Caribbean During Hurricane Season: Three Nights and Four Days From $199

Because of their location, The Dutch Leeward Islands Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, and Trinidad and Tobago to the east, are generally safer bets for travel during hurricane season.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Sweet Home Alabama: Stay From $69 Per Night

With a coastline down South, cool mountain air up north, a ton of history, and bucolic country roads connecting small towns, Alabama is still a slice of heaven.

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July's Prize: Win a Trip for Two to Ireland!

Frommers.com and Sceptre Tours are sending one lucky winner & a guest to Denver! Register now to win this vacation!

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Surfing, Hiking, Rafting and Volcano-ing in Costa Rica: Air and Six Days From $599

Seeking the sunshine and beautiful beaches of the Caribbean but only after a bit of excitement in the form of outdoor activities like hiking, surfing, wildlife viewing, volcano…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Walk on By and See the Country at a Slower Pace: Ten Days From $863

Planning a trip across the country but not feeling too enthused about the price of gas or the wear and tear it will put on your car? Fear not, a walking tour may be just what you need.

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Restaurant Week Celebrates Cooking, Cuisine and Cuts Back the Cost for City Diners

Bring your appetite, sense of adventure, and an empty stomach to any one (or more, if your travel habits are gastronomically-driven) of these cities over the course of the next few…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

What Floats Your Boat? Find out with These Waterway Vacations

To beat the heat this summer, a waterway vacation is just the trick. Whether it's a slow barge cruise along an ancient canal, a riverboat down the Mississippi or through Mozart…

Article / Local Experiences

Discover Gdansk, Free Again and Polish

Formerly known as Danzig, a free city for many years, Gdansk is a moving tribute to human resilience and the spirit of freedom.

Article / Family & Kids

Swim in a Crater, Hike a Desert and Dig for Fossils: All Possible at a National Park

It's said that the United States is blessed by geography. Two coasts flanking an extraordinary mountain range called the Rockies; great, fertile, plains in the Midwest; and lush…

Article / LGBTQ

Gay and Lesbian Travelers: A Compendium of Trip Planning Resources

We've assembled a full-blown list of agencies, publications and a myriad other resources for the GLBT traveler.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

The United States Virgin Islands: Seven Nights' Stay From $706

Time was the U.S. Virgin Islands was so upscale that only the rich and famous could frolic on its shores and enjoy its lush lands. Now, St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John are not only…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Give the Gift of Travel This Father's Day

Mom's have mother/daughter spa packages for their Mother's Day gifts, so what about Dad? Don't feel bad for him. Dear old Dad has plenty of special golf packages he can enjoy with his…

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Another Day, Another Margarita Part Two: On the Ground in Mexico's Riviera Maya

Carrie Havranek shares another installment of her Mexico travel tales, reporting on Playa del Carmen, Tulum and other great sites. The report is topped off with a mouth-watering recipe…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Warm Up to Cool Chile: Round-Trip Air From $591

Bordering Peru, Bolivia and Argentina, Chile is a sliver of a country that snakes down South America's western coast looking a little like a rumpled necktie.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Swinging Single Without Suffering the Supplements

Traveling on your own does not mean you are alone. In fact the times when I have traveled without a companion have been the most rewarding of my life.