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Keep an Eye on Four Seasons as They Expand in Asia

With 70 hotels and resorts in 31 countries and more than 20 properties in development, the high-end hotel chain is busy expanding its presence around the globe, including Asia, with…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's New York City

As a city, New York is considered the best and biggest in many categories. But who woulda thunk that New York would be considered the world's most polite city? You did not misread, I…

Article / Local Experiences

Golden, Great Bargains for Seeing San Francisco

Set your sights on a San Francisco getaway and chances are you'll get a vacation full of great food, fine wine, credit card damaging shopping, cultural enlightenment and the inevitable…

Article / Packages

The Early Booker Gets the Berm: Make a Rez Now for that European Ski Trip

In step with the resorts, travel providers are coming out with early bird ski specials with booking discounts and continuous listings of participating ski resorts offering savings.

Article / Air Travel

Last-Minute Labor Day: Squeeze out the Last Drops of Summer

Labor Day signals the end of lazy days, leisure activities and the propriety (according to some) of wearing white. We've rounded up the best offers still available for an end-of-summer…

Article / Air Travel

Special Edition Fare Report: The Latest Offers

George Hobica reports on an Alaska west coast sale, an Allegiant air companion offer, a two day Atlanta sale and more.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Take a Two-Wheeled Trip With These Bike Tours for Home and Abroad

To combine changing scenery with light exercise and immersion into the countryside of a foreign territory, there may be no better way to travel than on a two wheeler.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

A Long Summer Weekend in Big Sky, Montana

Montana is a state that lends itself to superlatives. This July I attended a press trip to the Big Sky region in the southern part of the state, and I left with the distinct impression…

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Montenegro: Europe's Newest Country and Adriatic Attraction

Less than three months ago, Europe's youngest nation came of age, separating itself from Serbia thereby becoming the last of the former Yugoslav republics to gain its independence.

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Dive Into the Waterways of the World With These Scuba and Snorkeling Trips

From Key West to Jamaica to Bermuda to Belize, where there is water, there are dive and snorkeling trips. Exploring the waterways of the world has become big business for a good reason.

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Get a Kick out of Pint-Sized Portugal: Three Days and Two Nights' Stay From $479

Portugal is a pint-sized destination that packs plenty of punch. This small Iberian neighbor of Spain is actually a jewel in the coastline offering visitors a glimpse of European life…

Article / Local Experiences

Edmonton: Home to the World's Largest Mall and Much More

Edmonton, once an obscure frontier settlement, is now world famous for two things: the world's largest shopping mall and its status as the Canadian Oil Industry's working center.

Article / Air Travel

Irish Eyes are Smiling: Drive Yourself Around Ireland From $49 Per Day

In the fall, Ireland is less crowded, and the weather is crisp and beautiful. Don't believe what people tell you about it raining all the time here. You can drink and eat well; jokes…

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Mousing Around this Fall: Height of Value Season at Disney

Anyone considering a Disney vacation should visit Mousesavers first. The website's developer, Mary Waring, is a consumer advocate who is passionate about her theme parks and helping…

Article / Air Travel

Eye on The Sky: New Security Measures Plus the Lowest Up to Date Fares

George Hobica reports on new security procedures after terror plot, airfare deals to Mexico, London, Charlotte and Scandinavia, Spirit's sale and more.

Article / Local Experiences

Awesome Autumn Festivals Abroad

Charis Atlas Heelan highlights the most exciting festivals happening abroad this fall including beer, music, horse-racing and much more.

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No Spain No Gain: Eight Days From $820

For the absolutely least expensive trips to Spain available right this moment, you have a lot to choose from.

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Four Nights on the Beautiful Beaches of Bali from $182

Known as 'The Island of the Gods,' thanks to its estimated 20,000 temples and shrines, Bali offers travelers a balance of classic tourism offerings and real cultural gems.

Article / Cruise

A Feast of Fall Foliage Cruises to New England and Canada

This fall a boatload of ships are heading north to the waters of New England and eastern Canada, just in time for the leaves to turn.

Article / Cruise

Cruise News Round-Up: New Renovations, Itineraries, Programs and More

Matt Hannafin rounds up the latest news on the Carnival renovation, Royal Caribbean's gift certificate program, easyCruise's new Winter Caribbean route and more.

Article / Cruise

Papers, Please: U.S. Border Initiative to Stiffen Passport Requirements

Originally proposed as part of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, the WHTI will close a longstanding loophole in U.S. law that allowed U.S. citizens to…

Article / Local Experiences

North America's Fabulous Fall Festivals in the U.S., Canada and Mexico

Charis Atlas Heelan highlights the most vibrant festivals in North America this fall including seafood, hot air balloons, wine and much more.

Article / Air Travel

More to Scandinavia Than You Think: Airfare and Three Nights in Oslo for $739

Scandinavia, Europe's Northern territory, continues to enchant visitors with an ancient history steeped in Viking mythology, endless white nights, cosmopolitan cities that reach back…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Surf, Sun and Seafood: A Week (or so) in Puerto Rico

Located a scant three hours from New York and within U.S. territory, Puerto Rico is an undervalued destination. Throughout the island, visitors can see virgin rainforest, sustainable…

Article / Local Experiences

Malbork, Poland: See Europe's Largest Gothic Fortress and Much More

When touring Poland and some of its northern neighbors, it seems the past is closer to you than in other, more Western, parts of Europe.