View from the fort at Cidade Velha, Cape Verde.

Island Hopping the Cape Verde Islands

What to see and where to stop in the distinctive West African archipelago.
Adventurers re-energize themselves aside the soothing and spectacular Manoa Falls.

5 Best Waterfall Hikes in Hawaii

By Pamela Wright, David Thompson, Michael Tsai & Diane Bair

Postcard-worthy paths in Maui, Kauai, Oahu, and the Big Island.
The Sydney Opera House reflected in a puddle during a summer sunrise.

Best of Sydney: 15 Favorite Moments

From the harbor to the beaches of Manly, here's what to love about Australia's biggest city.
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Couple walking through the Waipio Valley. Photo: Tor Johnson / The Hawaii Tourism

10 Reasons to Visit the Big Island, Hawaii

Sunbathe on a green-sand beach, stargaze from a mountaintop observatory, snorkel with sea turtles, and enjoy more unforgettable moments on Hawaii's Big Island.
Bora Bora, French Polynesia.

Private Island Vacations: 7 Remote Resorts

You can't help but relax at one of these seven secluded resorts on private islands in the Caribbean and French Polynesia.
Just 15 minutes from Waikiki, a short hike along the Manoa Falls Trail takes you into a lush tropical rainforest.

Best Hawaiian Hikes: 6 Fit for the Family

By Pamela Wright, David Thompson and Michael Tsai

Put on your hiking boots and you'll discover a new view of paradise.
Marina at Vouliagmeni, a picturesque peninsula, situated on the eastern edge of Athens

10 Best Mediterranean Cruise Ports

From Athens to Villefranche-sur-Mer: The top 10 Mediterranean ports for casual cruisers and cultural explorers alike.
People relaxing at a park along the river, Basel

10 Best River Cruises

What's the difference between cruising on the Rhine and Rhone? Check out these 10 best river and barge cruises to find out.
Explore isolated Na Pali Coast State Park

Best Hawaiian Coastal Walks and Hikes

Put on your hiking boots, and you'll discover a new view of paradise.
A chic hotel room

The Heat Is on Miami

While in many parts of the world autumn is making itself known with cooler climes and falling leaves, in Miami, things are just heating up.
West Bay Beach in Roatan, Honduras.

Undiscovered Caribbean Islands: Insider's Guide

If you love the tropics but prefer a low-key, affordable holiday, these spots are sure to win you over.
Bazaruto Island, Mozambique.

10 Remote Island Vacations

Ten perfect remote island vacations from Polynesia to the Caribbean and beyond.
The down-home North Shore Surf & Cultural Museum traces the rich history of Hawaii's native sport.

Best Hawaiian Sights: 9 Favorite Moments

Here are nine sights -- from the USS Arizona to the top of Mauna Kea -- you'll likely return to again and again.
Brightly coloured beach huts in a row on Brighton seafront, England

Best Family Trips from London

By Christi Daugherty with Jill Emeny

Unforgettable castles, beaches, and charming villages are easily accessible by train, bus, or car -- and close enough to be part of your London itinerary.
4-mile beach in Port Douglas, Australia.

5 Affordable Eco-Friendly Resorts

These five affordable resorts embrace the concept of sustainable tourism, so you can enjoy a guilt-free vacation without paying a fortune for the privilege.
Tabacon Hot Springs near Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica.

The World's Best Hot Springs

By Charis Atlas Heelan

When you really need to escape, seek out the therapeutic qualities of these hot springs for some rest and relaxation.
The idyllic countryside of Montalcino, Tuscany.

Great Italian Escapes

By Charis Atlas Heelan

Veer off the tourist track with the help of one of these intimate tours, and you'll discover quaint villages and rugged coastlines. What are you waiting for?
Cypress Valley Canopy Tour

18 Adrenaline Adventures

Adventurous ideas from daredevil sports to hair-raising haunted houses to and wacky and obscure festivals and races.
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu

Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Oahu

Our top twelve memories of Oahu: Buy cheap leis, surf Waimea, sun on Waikiki, hunt down flea market bargains, and more.
Overwater Bungalows in Moorea, French Polynesia

10 Extraordinary Islands

See 10 of the most magnificent islands around the globe -- from tiny isles to island nations, and from the well-trod to the totally uninhabited.
Petit Saint Vincent, the Grenadines. Photo: Neil Selkirk Photography

Crowd-Free Caribbean Islands: 7 Remote Getaways

Discover secluded beaches and romantic hideaways on these remote Caribbean islands in Puerto Rico, the Grenadines, the Turks & Caicos, the Bahamas, and more.
The pace of life is a little slower in Italy's deep south; here, the coast near Taormina, Sicily.

Sicily's Best Beaches

Sicily has more sandy beaches and dramatic coastline than almost any other region of Italy. Here are 6 beaches not to miss.
Sandwood Bay in the northern Highlands, Scotland.

5 Best Coastal Walks in Scotland

By Felicity Martin, Colin Hutchison & Patrick Thorn

Our roundup of five great trails lets you discover the best of Scotland's magnificent coastal landscapes.
As the author’s 10-year-old daughter licks her gelato, reflected in her sunglasses are the Colosseum of Rome and the author, licking her own gelato

Exotic but Kid-Friendly: 6 Top Spots for Family Vacations

By Pauline Frommer

Make your family a globetrotting one. Pauline Frommer shares six picks for vacation spots that are good for all ages.
Napili Sunset Resort, West Maui

The World's 10 Best Beachfront Hotels

By Charis Atlas Heelan, Matt Higgins, and Julia Levine

Check into one of these incredible beachfront hotels, where your room is literally steps from the sand in Fiji, Thailand, the Caribbean, and other sunny spots.