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Experience Orlando
Start by snapping photos at Cinderella Castle, the Magic Kingdom's most widely recognized symbol. It's almost impossible to pass it by without taking a look--or shooting a photo or…
Things Not to Miss in Krakow, Poland
Wawel Castle makes a good starting point for any visit to Krakow, as it is Poland's pride and joy. Children will enjoy the brutal medieval weaponry on show in the Crown Treasury and…
Things to Do in Munich, Germany
To pick up the buzz and beat of Munich, the first thing you want to do when you get to town is to wander through Marienplatz (St. Mary's Square) in the heart of the Altstadt (Old…
Arthur Frommer: Experiential Travel Has Been Eclipsed by "Transformative Travel”
For several years now, conversations between travel professionals have been full of references to "experiential travel," a new variety of travel requested by more and more travelers.…
Can't Find a Cheap Hotel in Europe? Try the Ramadan Trick
For travelers who are not observant Muslims, it's a time of year that may yield surprising deals in non-Islamic vacation destinations.
Thanks (and No Thanks) for the Memories, Bob Hope
The National World War II Museum in New Orleans—truly one of the best, most thorough, and well-funded historic museums in the United States, and deeply underrated—is adding a special…
The World's Best Airports
Because an airport is a means to an end—never a destination in its own right—it’s usually judged by how efficiently it lets you leave the premises or by how effectively it distracts…
Paris Day Trips Beyond the Ordinary—And Without the Crowds
There are so many incredible places to visit in Paris, and you're not the only one who knows it. In high season, you'll definitely have company lining up at the Eiffel Tower ,…
Skip Versailles and Go to These Amazing Castles Near Paris Instead
When Louis XIV summoned the French court to his sumptuous new palace at Versailles in 1682, he certainly didn’t foresee that three centuries later this call would be answered by 10…
What to See in Toronto When You Don't Have Much Time
In Margaret Atwood’s novel Cat’s Eye , a Toronto native reflects on the changing nature of her formerly staid hometown: “Once it was fashionable to say how dull it was. First prize a…
Franconia: Germany's Land of Wine, Wurst, Wagner, and WW2 History
Technically, the region of Franconia in south-central Germany has been part of Bavaria for about 200 years. Locals haven’t quite warmed up to the idea just yet, though. They’ll tell…
Arthur Frommer: Some Little-Known Institutions Bring You a Better London
Why is it that we turn off our minds when we visit London as tourists? A city of profound intellectual pursuits, the British capital offers exciting mental rewards if we simply take…
Escapes from New York: The Best Road Trips from NYC
The city that never sleeps can get tiring, even for visitors. If you need a quick escape from New York , try one of the following road trips. Each is guaranteed to offer a good…
In New York City, Rapidly Shifting Hotel Prices, Shorter Dining Hours, and More
Every year at this time, I update the book Frommer’s EasyGuide to New York City. This involves spreadsheets of pricing, hours, and more, meaning that I’m easily able to graph the…
D.C.’s African American Museum Tests a Change to Its Admissions Policy
The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. is trying out a new admissions practice this month.Each Wednesday in April, visitors can simply walk up…
Thinking of Taking a Shopping Tour with a Stylist? Tips and Observations
In Paris, I tested out Airbnb's new Experiences section by engaging two personal shoppers to put some oh la la into my fashion sense. It was a tale of two stylists.
Which Paris Arrondissement is Best to Stay In?
What’s your Paris ? Is it cool little bars and clubs or is it monuments and museums? Is it romance and reverie or is it exploration and adventure? Are you mesmerized by iconic…
National Comedy Museum Opening This Summer in New York State
Baseball players have Cooperstown. Rock stars have their own hall of fame in Cleveland. Even androids, when they're not dreaming of electric sheep, can visualize themselves getting…
What to Do in Peru If You Only Have a Week
While no one could ever see all of Peru ’s attractions in one week, you can still hit some of the country's major highlights in that amount of time. With some minimal planning you can…
Play the Casanova at New Museum in Venice
Giacomo Casanova belongs to the rare class of historical figures whose names became common nouns. Traitorous World War II-era Norwegian leader Vidkun Quisling and France's lecherous…
São Tomé: How to Visit the Island at the Center of the World
Empty beaches, a vibrant Euro-African culture, and the best chocolate in the world—what's not to like? Not much, but if you want to see the island of São Tomé,…
The World’s Most Rewarding Source of Free Homestays Is, and Remains, Servas
Organizations come and go that arrange for you to stay free-of-charge in someone else’s home or apartment in the course of your travels. The latest leaders in this effort are…
How to See the Drawings of France's Niaux Cave for Yourself
France is rich in prehistoric cave drawings, from the legendary Lascaux tableaus in Dordogne to the rock art of the Pech Merle Cave in Lot, but most are kept closed for preservation.…
Introducing Evaneos, a New Tool Connecting You with Local Planning Help
Planning for vacation is generally done in two ways today. There’s the O.C.D. version, in which the traveler spends weeks poring over the internet, reading guidebooks, putting down…
The Notorious B 'n' B: Infamous Historic Buildings That Are Now Hotels
You can’t blame a building for whatever shady, salacious, or downright gruesome dealings go down there. So why let a little mayhem scratch places off travel itineraries? The opposite…