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Day Trips from New York City: The Top 12 Options

It can be difficult to escape New York City 's siren song. The city's world-class art museums, theaters, restaurants, nightlife, and other enticements persuade many visitors to plan…

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Which Greek Islands to Visit to Avoid Crowds: 8 Great Escapes

Greece ’s most popular islands—Mykonos and Santorini chief among them—are more crowded than ever. For travelers dreaming of a quieter Greek island getaway, here are eight havens for…

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Idaho Road Trip Itinerary: A Jaunt from Coeur d’Alene to Boise in One Week

Idaho still feels like a secret among friends. This is despite an influx of post-Covid residents that's making Idaho one of America’s fastest-growing states. It's that under-the-radar…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Minion Land Now Making Mischief at Universal Orlando Resort: Check Out the Videos

Minions, the animated yellow capsule creatures (think sentient Percocet pills, but adorable) from the Despicable Me cinematic universe, now have their own theme park area at Universal…

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Maui Wildfires: How You Can Help Affected Communities in Hawaii

As anyone who has ever visited Hawaii knows, the word aloha means far more than just "hello" and "goodbye." In the Hawaiian language, alo means "to share" and ha stands for the concept…

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Acropolis Tickets: Athens Landmark Joins List of Attractions You Must Prebook

The Acropolis of Athens is dominated by the Parthenon, one of the world's most identifiable buildings—what's left of it, anyway (thanks a lot, Venetian army of 1687). For that reason…

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5 Ways to Get Free Admission to Museums (or at Least a Steep Discount)

Entry fees at museums are skyrocketing, but there are still ways to get in for free or at a substantial discount. 

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Europe in Autumn: Where to Go in September, October, and November

For travelers averse to Europe’s summer crowds, heat, and prices, autumn is an ideal season to visit many parts of the continent. What’s more, Europe puts on a good show this time of…

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Avoid Cruise Ship Port Crowds By Using These Websites and Strategies

Some places lose their charm when they're inundated with cruise ship passengers. Use these tools to know when the quiet days are.

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Africatown Heritage House: New Museum About Last Known Slave Ship to U.S.

A new museum dedicated to the lives and legacies of people aboard the last known ship to transport enslaved Africans to the United States has opened in Alabama. Mobile's Africatown…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Do You Need Tickets for the Pantheon? Navigating Rome’s Confusing New Fee Rollout

After centuries—nay, millennia—of flinging open its mighty bronze doors free of charge, the Pantheon, one of the most-visited attractions in Rome, is now charging admission. Effective…

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Martha's Vineyard for Families: Cool Things to Do with Kids and Teens

The storied Massachusetts island is a great place to take kids—and these often-overlooked family experiences are worth seeking out.

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Disney World Attendance Is Way Down, but Don't Blame Politics

On the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World in Central Florida—a day when crowds are usually shoulder to shoulder—the pathways were shockingly clear. Wait times for most rides were 30…

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Family Travel on a Budget: Our Top 14 Tips

The best vacations with kids: Pauline Frommer on where to go, places to stay, getting there, food, sightseeing, and great experiences.

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Marie Antoinette's Private Rooms at Palace of Versailles Now Open for Tours

At the Palace of Versailles in France, members of the public may once again step behind the gilded paneling of the Queen's State Apartment and into the two-story suite of rooms used by…

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How to Travel to New York City Cheaply: Our Top 35 Tips

Yes, you can experience New York City on a budget. Here are 35 ways to save money on an NYC vacation. 

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, the World's Biggest Harry Potter Exhibit, Just Opened—Explore Inside

On June 16, 2023, the world’s largest indoor Harry Potter attraction, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, opened in the city’s Nerima ward. Just like at the original London version…

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The New African American Museum in Charleston: Opening Date, How to Go, What to See

An estimated 40% of all enslaved Africans brought to the United States as part of the international slave trade disembarked in Charleston, South Carolina. On Tuesday, June 27, the new…

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Tours of Big Ben in London Reopen to Foreigners: How to Book

Big Ben is one of the most famous bells in the world, hanging in one of the most recognizable towers in the world, high above the Houses of Parliament in central London. But since…

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Pauline Frommer: I'm Often Asked How to Become a Travel Writer, And I Suggest This Event

(Note: This post was updated June 3, 2023)Every year, I give about a dozen speeches on travel across North America. When I sign books afterwards, a familiar scenario inevitably will…

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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.

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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…

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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. 

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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