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U.S. Army Museum Opening June 2020
The United States Army has set an opening date for its new museum honoring the oldest branch of the U.S. military.The National Museum of the United States Army will begin welcoming…
Near the Taj Mahal, A Cafe by Acid Attack Survivors That Shares Beauty with Tourists
In parts of rural India, disfiguring violence turns many women into reclusive outcasts. But at this cafe that serves visitors to the Taj Mahal, survivors are thriving.
A Major Newspaper Asks If It's Ethical to Fly. Arthur Frommer Wants Your Thoughts
Depending on your politics, you either do or you don’t regard The New York Times as the nation’s leading newspaper. But after that paper’s recent examination of the relation between…
Key West Hotels Introduce "Underwater Library" with Waterproof Books
Reading while lounging next to bodies of water is so popular it spawned a whole literary genre. But here's the thing about beach reads: There's a very real chance you'll ruin the book…
The Best Beaches in Italy (And How to Get to Them)
Travelers coming from outside of Europe may not think of Italy as a beach destination. But consider that “the Boot”—including its major islands Sicily and Sardinia and a dozen other…
Alexander Hamilton's New York City: A Tour of the Rooms Where It Happened
Among America’s Founders, none was more of a New Yorker than Alexander Hamilton. The soldier–turned–statesman–turned–$10-dollar-bill cover model checks off several of the city’s most…
A Battle Royal is Raging Between Airlines Flying to Hawaii, Writes Arthur Frommer
The fight is on. The battle rages. In March and April just past, Southwest Airlines began flying from San Jose and Oakland, California, to Honolulu and Maui. It will soon add daily…
10 Fantastic Roller Coasters You Can Only Find in Germany
A Moulin Rouge-themed roller coaster in the dark. A Star Trek coaster with three launches. Germany loves its roller coasters so much that it's always finding new ways to put a twist on…
Closed for Three Years, D.C.'s Washington Monument Finally Has a Reopening Date
The Washington Monument in America's capital will reopen to the public on Thursday, September 19, the National Park Service has announced. The 555-foot-tall marble-and-granite obelisk…
New Paris Museum Chronicles Liberation from Nazis in WW2
Sunday, August 25, marks the 75th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris from its Nazi occupiers during World War II.On the same day, a new museum will open permanently to chronicle…
Liquor and Spirits: San Diego to Get a Cemetery Speakeasy
San Diego's El Campo Santo cemetery was established in the city's historic Old Town in 1849, and according to ghost hunters, the spirits residing there have been riled up almost ever…
Arthur Frommer: Preventing Travel to Cuba Is Harming Ordinary Cubans the Most
When the Trump Administration recently announced its reversal of the Obama effort to permit American travel to Cuba, it justified this new limitation by the effect it would have on the…
The Best Shopping in New York City
In this era of internet shopping, does it matter that New York is the country's premier shopping city? We think it does. All of the major brands have their flagship stores here, and…
Planning to Study Abroad? Follow These Tips to Get Your Student Visa
Getting a student visa can be stressful, but don't worry—we've got tips to help you navigate the process.
Arthur Frommer: Viewing Whales and Dolphins in Captivity Should No Longer be Seen as Ethical
A major step forward in the ethical treatment of large sea life was just taken by Sir Richard Branson. On behalf of all the Branson entities, he has announced that his companies…
Museums Across the USA Will Be Free on Sept. 21—Here's How to Get Your Tickets
A big reason why Washington, D.C., is one of the world's best cities for museum-going is that the Smithsonian Institution's attractions—including the National Air and Space Museum, the…
Yelp Listings Are Replacing Restaurants' Real Phone Numbers with Fee-Charging Numbers
Businesses' real phone numbers are being swapped with ones run by the app's partners, so be careful if you use Yelp to research dining options and call for reservations.
Vacation Rental Law Hits Hawaii Hard—How to Navigate Tough Rental Regulations
Long before Airbnb was a twinkle on founder Brian Chesky’s browser, New York State had a law severely limiting short-term rentals. Called the "Multiple Dwelling Law," it has, in its…
10 Best California Wineries with a View
Updated August 12, 2019 Whether it's fog-laced redwoods on the Sonoma Coast , manicured gardens near Santa Barbara , or one of the best views of Los Angeles , you'll find plenty to ooh…
Arthur Frommer: An Alarming Drop in Incoming Foreign Tourists Will Devastate Us
The health of the American economy isn’t always shown in employment figures or gross domestic product. It is also affected by ups and downs in our success in attracting foreign…
The Best Ways for Families to Explore the Great Smoky Mountains
The most visited national park in the United States is Great Smoky Mountains National Park , where more than a half million acres of craggy peaks and forested ridges are caressed by…
Summer in the U.S.A.: 20 Best Vacation Destinations
Updated August 8, 2019 No matter what you're looking for in a summer vacation spot—woodsy mountains, beaches and boardwalks, majestic national parks—you're likely to find it somewhere…
You Can Now Rent Hertz Cars in Europe with a Debit Card—but Should You?
Rental car company Hertz and the two brands under its corporate umbrella—Dollar and Thrifty—have begun accepting debit cards as a payment option for car rentals in Europe. Previously,…
The Best Hotel Toiletries: Where to Try and Buy
Updated August 5, 2019 Using hotel toiletries can often be a disappointing experience—the flimsy soaps dry out your skin, the shampoos leave your hair looking flat, and the hand lotion…
Why Universal Orlando's Just-Announced Theme Park Is a Game Changer
It's official. Universal Orlando is building a third Florida theme park.Universal's Epic Universe, officially confirmed Thursday morning, is being built on 750 acres about four miles…