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2023 Will See the Best Whitewater Rafting in Years in California

Sierra South Mountain Sports, which has operated whitewater rafting tours since 1985 in Kern County, California, used to be able to take visitors out onto the rivers each summer season…

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New Paris Museum Lets You Tour the Time-Capsule Home of a Scandalous Icon

UPDATE, April 18, 2023: This post, originally published December 17, 2021, has been updated with new information.Even before French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg died in 1991,…

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Down-Home Away from Home: 7 Great Farm Stays for Families

A farm vacation connects you and your family with nature and a simpler way of living. Kids feed goats and lambs, collect eggs, and get on a first-name basis with resident cows like the…

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Near Los Angeles, Visit the Ranches of Classic Movie Stars, from McCrea to Stanwyck

Once upon a time, Southern California was a promised land of wide-open spaces where farming, agriculture, and horse riding were essential pursuits. For the first 50 years of the 20th…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Acadia National Park: How to Plan the Perfect Vacation in This Iconic Park

Acadia National Park is New England’s most multifaceted—and downright splendid—natural attraction. It’s home to Cadillac Mountain, the tallest peak on the Atlantic coast; granite…

Article / Theme Park

Disneyland at a Glance: The Lowdown on Ticket Prices, Best Rides, Best Food, More

Headed to Disneyland, one of the most famous vacation destinations in the world? From Disneyland’s ticket prices those world-famous Disneyland’s rides, from how to find…

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Are Small Cruise Ships Better than Big Ones? 5 Facts That Will Convince You

Small ship cruises get less publicity than the giant ships do, but there are strong reasons why people love them. Here are the best ones—and some of the best small-ship cruise…

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Best National Parks in the USA

Looking for the best national parks in the U.S.? Frommer's travel experts have picked the top national parks for hiking, family getaways, summer vacations, uncrowded escapes, and a lot…

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Where to Catch the Total Solar Eclipse in North America in April 2024

They don't come along very often. Have you seen one?No, we're not talking about Star Wars sequels that will stand the test of time. We mean a total solar eclipse—one trip to the Dark…

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10 Places for Native American Vacation Experiences with Your Family

Listening to Native legends around a campfire, taking a Jeep ride through the high mountain desert, watching the colorful swirl of dancers at a powwow—exchanges with Native peoples…

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National Parks That Require Reservations for Spring and Summer 2023

Plan ahead! These popular national parks require advance reservations for the busy spring and summer months. 

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Frommer’s New Yellowstone Guidebook Captures an Ever-Changing Natural Wonder

In my almost 15 years of regularly visiting Yellowstone National Park, I’ve learned that change is the only constant in this dynamic place. Volatility is literally baked into the…

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

Pressure Mounts for Improving Accessibility for Air Travelers with Disabilities

Advocates and some government leaders say more needs to be done to make air travel safer and easier for people who use wheelchairs. 

Article / Arts and Culture

Go Inside the Emily Dickinson House, Vibrantly Restored in Amherst, Mass.

A fresh restoration—with an assist from "Dickinson" of Apple TV+—brings newfound vitality to the 19th-century poet's historic residence. 

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Biden Names Two More National Monuments, Expands Marine Reserve

President Joe Biden has designated two more national monuments that are precious to the history, culture, and natural resources of the United States. Combined, the newly protected…

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The Queen Mary Lives! Tours and Overnight Stays on the Liner Are Back

For fans of cultural preservation and maritime history, the news is royally good.The world-famous Queen Mary, which has been closed for years, is lowering the gangway for visitors once…

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Introducing a New London Guide for a New Era—Now on Sale!

Frommer's first guide to London came out in 1957. This week, a long tradition continues as our newest guidebook on the city is released. Out now in paperback and e-book and on sale at…

Article / Money and Fees

Tipping in Italy: A Gratuities Guide for Hotels, Restaurants, Drinks, and Tours

How to tip servers, taxi drivers, tour guides, and hotel staff in Rome, Florence, Venice, Sicily, and other locations in Italy

Article / Food and Drink

Alcohol-Free Vacations: How to Join the Sober Travel Trend

Going booze-free on vacation has never been easier, thanks to these zero-proof tour operators, new hotel beverage programs, and other options for the sober-curious. 

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Need a Cheap Hotel? This Year, Hostels Have More Private Rooms Than Usual

Hostels, as every nomadic youth knows, are the tentpoles of budget travel, and Covid-19 failed to take them down. The coronavirus did, however, shake up how hostels apportion space—and…

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Go Medieval with These New Bespoke Historical Tours of England

A new tour operator based in the scenic and once hotly contested England-Wales border region aims to connect travelers to the castles, battles, and chain mail–centric fashions of the…

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New Online Hub for Finding Native American Experiences in California

A new online hub for cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, breweries, resorts, spas, and other tourism businesses and attractions tied to California's Native American communities…

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The Best Southeast Asia Cruises: 4 Great Small Ship Itineraries

Experience the waterways of Southeast Asia on river cruises and other small ships on these itineraries in Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Laos.

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What to Expect When You Take a Baby on a Cruise

Some helpful advice for parents considering whether to take an infant on the high seas

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Is the U.S. Government’s New Dashboard on Airline Family Seating Actually Useful?

The U.S. Department of Transportation has rolled out an update to its airline customer service dashboard, adding a new section focused on which airlines do and don’t guarantee the…