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Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Boston’s Prudential Tower Observatory, View Boston, Ups Its Game

Recent visitors to Boston may have noticed a dearth of publicly accessible views of the city from atop its tallest buildings. The tallest of all, the John Hancock Tower (now…

Article / Local Experiences

Lake Como, Italy, Is Enticing—But Visiting Has Its Pitfalls

Lake Como is world-famous as a bucket list destination, but this Italian region always doesn't reveal itself easily to outsiders.

Article / Passportable

How Bad Will the 2023 Hurricane Season Be? Here's What the Forecasts Say

UPDATE, May 26: The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will be "near-normal," according to the official forecast from the U.S. government. In its annual outlook, the National Oceanic and…

Article / Food and Drink

How to Spritz: Make and Enjoy Aperol Spritz, Campari Spritz, and More Varieties—the Italian Way

The famous spritz cocktail is serious business in Italy. Learn the true Italian recipes for the Aperol Spritz and other variations—and how to drink the refreshing apéritif…

Article / Arts and Culture

Is Milan Worth Visiting? Reasons to Linger in Italy’s Fashion Capital

Flying into Milan? Before heading off for other Italian destinations, don't miss out on a city undergoing an exciting transformation.

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Where to Stay on Santorini and Other Secrets from Our New Greece Guidebook

I’ve been visiting and writing about Greece for almost 30 years now. I can remember a time when getting out of Athens for the trip down to the Peloponnese involved driving around…

Article / Arts and Culture

50 Things to Do in Sicily: The Italian Island’s Best Beaches, Palaces, and Food

From Greek ruins to "The White Lotus," the Italian island of Sicily has a wealth of wonders—not to mention some of the best food on earth. 

Article / Road Trips

Hit the Road with Frommer’s and Our Expanded Selection of Guided Drives

The Frommer's page at Road.Travel offers an array of interactive road trips for exploring the USA.

Article / Money and Fees

How to Travel in Italy for Cheap: 30 Money-Saving Tips

Expert advice for getting there, getting around, seeing the sights, finding accommodations, eating well, and shopping—all on a shoestring budget

Article / Passportable

Disney's Galactic Starcruiser, the Luxury Star Wars–Themed Hotel, to Close

Walt Disney World in Florida has announced that its infamous Galactic Starcruiser hotel will close its doors at the end of September, just 18 months after opening. The troubles with…

Article / Passportable

A New Trail Connects the Best Waterfall Hikes in a Region with Hundreds of Them

If you ask us, spotting a waterfall is one of the best reasons to go on a hike, ranking right up there with breathing pristine mountain air and sampling all the latest innovations in…

Article / Air Travel

Hackers Can Steal Your Frequent Flier Miles: How to Protect Your Travel Loyalty Accounts

How to protect your travel points from being stolen—and what to do if those miles are missing.

Article / Passportable

This Summer, Some of Amtrak's Best Scenic Routes Are Finally Back

In good news for travelers, two Amtrak routes that have long been popular with vacationers are finally returning to service after years of closure. • The Adirondack, which connects New…

Article / Passportable

These New Hikes in Switzerland Are Led by a "Mountain Air Sommelier"

Plenty of travel experiences focus on showing you the sights, but how many specialize in sniffing the scents? To help address the sensory imbalance, Switzerland's Graubünden region…

Article / Slideshows

Are Budget Airlines Truly Budget? Crunching the True Cost of That "Cheap" Flight

They fly to the most popular vacation destinations, and they almost always grab attention with the lowest fares. The so-called ultra low-cost carriers, or budget airlines, have become…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Disney World to Make Big Changes—But Will They Make Visiting More Pleasant?

Bob Chapek, the unpopular former CEO of the Walt Disney Company, had the misfortune of presiding over the entertainment giant throughout the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Under his…

Article / Slideshows

Minorca, Spain: Best Things to See and Do on this Balearic Island

The easternmost Balearic Island , about 142 miles southeast of Barcelona in the Mediterranean Sea, is a more tranquil, family-friendly option compared to its vivacious neighbors (we’re…

Article / Passportable

New Travel App Rates Accessible Hotels, Restaurants, and Attractions

For people with disabilities—a group making up an estimated 26% of the U.S. adult population—travel planning in great detail is essential. Trouble is, great details are hard to come…

Article / Passportable

Natural Bridge Caverns Near San Antonio Opening Huge Hidden Cave for the First Time

The considerable charms of the Texas Hill Country, which include bluebonnet-blanketed meadows, natural swimming pools, and vineyards, even extend underground. In the region's elaborate…

Article / Arts and Culture

Flipboard Travel: Find Frommer's Information for Your Next Trip on This Free App

How the free Flipboard app makes saving the ideas you find on Frommer's even easier

Article / Passportable

Money-Saving Travel Trick: Join AARP Even if You’re Under 50

When it comes to reaping AARP travel benefits, 30 is the new 50. The advocacy group, formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons but now officially just AARP, focuses…

Article / Passportable

Amelia Earhart Museum Celebrates Aviation Trailblazer

A museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Amelia Earhart celebrates the pioneering aviator in her hometown.In 2023 the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum began welcoming visitors in…

Article / Slideshows

Best U.S. National Park Lodges for Families

From erupting geysers at Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon in Arizona, America's best national parks feature some of the most beautiful sights that nature has to offer. These national…

Article / Cruise

Alaska Small-Ship Cruises: 7 Options for Up-Close Adventures

For a closer look at Alaska's majestic glaciers, fjords, and wildlife, try these recommended small-ship cruise lines. 

Article / Slideshows

Paris Bookshops, Cafes, and Other Stops to Add to a French Literary Pilgrimage

April 19, 2023 Paris is known as the City of Light, but it could just as aptly be nicknamed the City of Lit. After all, it's the hometown of writer-stuffed cafés, poet-haunted cobbled…