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Learn or Teach a Language: Two Programs Mix Travel and Education Affordably

Updated February 13, 2004 -- Fearful of traveling to places where they don't speak your language? Here are two outfits that turn that weakness into a strength. The first allows you to…

Article / Family & Kids

Early Birds Get the Rooms in Our National Parks

February 16, 2004 -- Although America's national parks didn't yet exceed pre 9/11 numbers last year, there were still plenty of times when would-be visitors couldn't find…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Sunrise, Sunset: Southern Exposure in San Destin FLA

February 16, 2004 - Cutting more than halfway across southern Alabama, Florida's Panhandle region was largely undiscovered by vacationers other than neighboring tourists from Alabama,…

Article / Local Experiences

Portland, Oregon: Green City of Roses

Twice a year they roll out a 'Deals' program to make it less expensive than at the regular prices, moderate enough to begin with. Between the two, the whole year is covered in savings.

Article / Local Experiences

These Hotels are All Wet: An Ode to Great Showers

When I'm ragged and jetlagged, covered in airplane gunk or just bone-tired from twelve hours of walking, there's nothing as miraculous as perfectly-tempered hot water falling on my…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Old Meets New on the Beach: Hawaii Packages for the Spring

February 13, 2004 -- Warm beaches with crashing waves, volcanoes spewing molten lava, vibrantly colored flora and fauna, and resuscitated ancient customs interplay with Hawaii's more…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Que Es Mas "Fun"? New Royal Caribbean Ships Raise the Bar on Good Times

You've seen the ads: healthy thirty- and forty-somethings kayaking through crystal water, hiking on a glacier, or climbing up a sheer rock face, then sipping wine on deck as the sun…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Cruise News Roundup: What's Doing on the High Seas

Here you'll find recent itinerary changes, new launches, continuing bankruptcy sagas and more.

Article / Local Experiences

Chautauqua Amidst Florida's Palm Trees

February 6, 2004 -- You may have heard about the Chautauqua of yesteryear, a kind of county fair of education and uplift, with a weekend of lectures, workshops and seminars, but nary a…

Article / Local Experiences

Love is in the Air: Frommer's Favorite Romantic Hotels Across the USA

Spending a night in one's own hometown can be just as romantic (with the right person of course) as a trip to a far away destination.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Cozy & Chic Florida Retreats

February 4, 2004 -- The Florida Experience doesn't have to mean an acre of bodies roasting around a huge swimming pool or a line of high-rise hotels blocking your view of the beach. It…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Adios, or Good Buys, to Mexico

February 2, 2004 -- Nothing can beat Mexico for an exotic place to travel that's right on our doorstep yet serves up flavors of the exotic still at good prices.Pleasant Holidays has…

Article / Local Experiences

The Nuts and Bolts of a Sightseeing Tour in Tokyo

Bob Fisher takes you step by step on an escorted city tour and tells you what's worth seeing (and what you should skip).

Article / Family & Kids

Smooth Skiing in the Rockies

January 28, 2004 -- The snow piles up out in the Rockies - Utah reports more than 20 feet so far this season!. Like the snow, prices keep coming down as well, as there are a lot of…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

No Spain, No Gain: Cheapo Packages for Spring Flings

January 28, 2004 -- For years, Petrabax has been offering great deals to Spain in winter, and we have reported them as being highly recommended for their good value. Once again this…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Celebrity Cruises Rolls Out "Xpeditions" Adventure Travel Program

Celebrity Cruises has announced one of the most interesting new initiatives from a major line in years: Celebrity Xpeditions, an adventure travel program featuring tiny expedition…

Article / Local Experiences

San Diego's Secret Mission: Culture on the Cheap

January 26, 2004 -- Most people know San Diego for four 'S'es: sun, sand, the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. Okay, sure, the Gaslamp District is a 'G,' but that doesn't change our point:…

Article / Family & Kids

Oh, Give Me a Home Where the Cartoon Characters Roam

January 23, 2004 -- If the idea of living in homes named Cinderella's Castle, Alice's Wonderland, or even Pooh's Playhouse isn't too saccharine for you, then look to Loyalty USA for…

Article / Air Travel

All the Views Fit to Print: Photo Safaris Across Africa

January 21, 2004 -- Focus on Africa wants you to come on a safari with them, shoot some film, and, if the images pass muster, get them printed in a coffee table book. Repeating its…

Article / Family & Kids

Winter's Here in Full-Force: Embrace These Snowy Bargains

January 16, 2004 -- There's a goodly amount of snow on the slopes and trails across country right now, making the time ripe for booking a winter weekend, be it sporty or relaxed. We've…

Article / Local Experiences

Cell Phone Rental Discounts For Frommer's Readers Only

January 16, 2003 -- We've praised the virtues of cell phones several times in our Newsletter. Bringing a phone with you on an overseas trip not only lets you stay in touch with people…

Article / Family & Kids

A Second Helping of Valentine Vacations

January 14, 2004 -- Only one month from today is V-Day, so look lively if you want to have something really neat to give your loved one -- the good deals go fast. And today we have a…

Article / Family & Kids

Value Vietnam: Long Trips, Low Prices Include Air, Hotels and Tours

January 14, 2004 -- Interest in Vietnam continues to grow, the more adventurous many travelers become. It remains inexpensive with hopeful populace known for its surprisingly kind…

Article / Family & Kids

Bring the Brood: We Scope Some Family-Friendly Spanish Hotels

Seville, Spain -- Bringing kids abroad can be tough -- especially when you have more than a few. As we've been wandering through Spain, though, we've come upon several hotels that are…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Valentine's Vacations Here, There, Everywhere

January 12, 2004 -- Even though it's said Valentine's Day was originally a pre-Christian fertility festival, and there is some argument concerning which of several St. Valentine's the…