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More Trouble for American Queen Voyages: Now Agents Are Boycotting It

Update:, Feb. 23, 2024 American Queen Voyages has ceased operations. Find out more about that here.Even though American Queen Voyages' small-boat, multi-day cruises on the waterways of…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

E-Bikes and Travel: Good Cities and Tour Companies for E-Biking

Lots of people who wouldn't take a traditional cycling vacation are eagerly signing up for powered e-bikes. Learn about great cities for e-biking and companies that offer e-bike…

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Camping at Woodstock Festival Site Now an Option—Minus the Mud and Bad Acid (We Hope)

August 2024 marks the 55th anniversary of the 1969 Woodstock festival, a landmark event of baby-boomerdom dedicated to peace, love, mud, and a once-in-a-lifetime musical lineup that…

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Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas: What You'll Pay, What to Pack at Royal Caribbean's Private Island

Cruise ships have competed for years to come up with the wildest new onboard thrills. But with the newly invigorated CocoCay , Royal Caribbean has accelerated the entertainment arms…

Article / Arthur Frommer Online

Rash of Violent Muggings Plagues Cape Town's Landmark Table Mountain

What can a city do when its most photographed tourism icon gets the reputation as a no-go area?That's the quandary facing Cape Town, South Africa, one of the most beautiful cities in…

Article / National Parks

Which National Parks Require Reservations in 2024?

You'll need advance reservations to visit these popular U.S. national parks in the spring and summer of 2024.

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The 10 Best Caribbean Snorkeling Spots

Ready to don fins and jump into the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean? Snorkeling is one of the region's most popular activities—and one of the most visually rewarding, too. Dive…

Article / Cruise

Star Clippers’ Cruise Along Panama and Costa Rica: What to Expect

Our review of a Star Clippers cruise that sets sail aboard a traditional tall ship along the Pacific Coast of Central America

Article / Arts and Culture

Come Talk Travel with Pauline Frommer at a Travel and Adventure Show Near You

Throughout early 2024, I'll be crisscrossing the United States to spread the gospel of good travel. Get free admission with my code!

Article / Passportable

Play with Cute Baby Goats by Staying at Goat Daddy’s Farm

If you're the type of traveler who'd rank access to baby goats up there with free Wi-Fi on your amenities wish list, we've got just the place for you. Goat Daddy's Farm and Animal…

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Things to Do in Central Massachusetts and the Pioneer Valley, the State's Most Underrated Regions

Many travelers feel about Massachusetts the way I feel about Thanksgiving: It’s all about the sides. In the Bay State’s case, the scenic mountains and picturesque villages of the…

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2023's Best Pics of the Northern Lights

The aurora borealis is one of those magnificent sights of which it's often said that photography doesn't do it justice. The same goes for the Grand Canyon and your face in your…

Article / National Parks

Entrance Fee–Free National Park Days in 2024

All U.S. national parks are free to enter on these six days in 2024.

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Gorgeous Photos of Ireland's Deserted Cottages and Abandoned Castles

As timeless as Ireland 's lush landscapes may appear at first glance, the many ruined castles, churches, ancient sites, houses, and mills scattered across the island reveal the folly…

Article / Cruise

Active River Cruises: 6 Routes for Younger and Adventurous Passengers

These active river cruises in the Pacific Northwest, Africa, Europe, and South America will appeal to younger and adventurous passengers. 

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These Northern Lights Cruises in Norway Guarantee You'll See the Aurora Borealis

Travelers who long to spot the northern lights should consider booking a trip with Hurtigruten. The company, which has been shipping cargo and passengers along the coast of Norway…

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A Cruise on Maine’s Coast with American Cruise Lines: Our Review

What to expect on a small-ship cruise along Maine's coast from American Cruise Lines

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This Emergency Alert App Saved a Skier’s Life. Make Your Phone a Rescue Locator, Too.

On a foggy day last winter at Idaho's Soldier Mountain resort (pictured above), a skier got separated from her party and wound up lost in an out-of-bounds area where neither chairlifts…

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Self-Drive Barge Trips in France: The Complete Guide for Newbies

The most noteworthy journeys take you outside your comfort zone. But self-driving a barge in France ? Before my own boat trip this summer, I worried it would jettison me so far outside…

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The Frommer's Travel Products Gift Guide for 2023

The success of gift-giving lies in the using. Too many presents are politely received but then wind up on the shelf, at the back of the closet, or in the bin. The real winners are the…

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Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2024

This is the Best Places list for 2024. For the Best Places to Go for 2025, click here . The long saga of life on Earth frequently goes through rough spots in the narrative, but even in…

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Stunning Images of Natural Attractions and Culture Sites Endangered by Climate Change and Other Threats

Our incredible, imperiled planet risks losing some of its most awe-inspiring natural wonders and cultural treasures due to climate change, conflict, commercial development, and other…

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Walt Disney's Los Angeles: The Most Complete Tour Online

Walt Disney was a child of the Midwest, but he never found true success until he settled in California. For 43 years, from 1923 to his death in 1966, Los Angeles was Disney's home…

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Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic Crossing Review: What It's Like to Sail This Classic Journey

For North Americans, there aren't many journeys more mythic than a transatlantic crossing on an ocean liner. After all, the modern societies of both Canada and the United States…

Article / Local Experiences

What is Regenerative Travel, and How Can You Make Sure It's Not Hype?

The meaning of "regenerative travel," and how to make sure travel companies are meeting the standards required to claim the label