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Venture Along Central Portugal's Route of Light

In the kinder, gentler country that is Portugal, it's hard to find an area more typical than Central Portugal. One region therein is called the Rota da Luz (Route of Light); another is…

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Head to Calgary, With or Without the Stampede

'It's the same, but different,' some Canadians say when attempting to explain their country to American visitors. That's true, of course, but you can say the same about Alberta…

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Oporto, Portugal: Gateway to Wine & Beauty

If you think the world is becoming too much the same thing everywhere, visit Portugal, which is still calmly but defiantly different. There may be McDonald's and Starbucks on too many…

Article / Theme Park

What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Walt Disney World & Orlando

It's hard to believe how many changes have already occurred in the months since the Frommer's guide to Walt Disney World & Orlando was last revised. Attractions, rides, and…

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August's Prize: Win a Trip for Two to Scotland!

Frommers.com and Dooley Vacations are sending one lucky winner & a guest to Scotland! Register now to win this vacation!

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Lithuania: Center of the New Old World

I recently visited Lithuania for the first time, finding it full of surprises. My biggest realization was that here, World War II ended just about 15 years ago. At least that is the…

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…

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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.

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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 / 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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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.

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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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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…

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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!

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…