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The 10 Safest Countries in Africa to Visit in 2024
These 10 African countries have earned the safest rating from the U.S. State Department.
Why Your Phone's Navigation App May Be Useless for Driving Outside Your Home Country
You cannot rely on your smartphone from home to give you quick turn-by-turn driving directions in another country. Here's why, and here's how to get around it.
Car Rentals in Europe: Travelers Have to Watch Out for These Pitfalls
If you don't live in Europe, your assumptions about renting a car there may be wrong. Watch out for these classic mistakes when you rent a vehicle in Europe.
10 Surprising Things That Could Trigger a Bag Search at the Airport
If you pack any of these items, don't be surprised if airport security agents ask to open your luggage for closer inspection.
DOT’s New Airline Refund Rules are a Godsend for Travelers
The Department of Transportation announced meaningful new rules last week. They couldn’t have come soon enough.
What Are the Safest Countries to Visit in South America Right Now?
Amid alarming headlines, these are South America's safest travel destinations.
Sad News for Reckless Idiots: Hawaii’s “Stairway to Heaven” To Be Demolished
Hawaii's visually striking yet very illegal-to-climb Haiku Stairs will finally be taken down, following years of futile efforts by local officials to persuade tourists to leave the…
“Risk of Outbreaks High”: Tourists Warned of Deadly Disease Spread by Mosquitoes
So far this year, several countries in South America—including tourism heavy hitters like Colombia and Peru—have reported cases of yellow fever, a potentially deadly virus that's…
Have Tea with Naughty Sheep at Cameron House in Scotland’s Countryside
Over the years, Frommer's has covered a menagerie of animal-accompanied wellness experiences (usually yoga), involving goats, golden retrievers, reindeer, and chickens, to name a…
How to Fix Boeing, By an Industry Expert
Critics of Boeing blame its troubles on its multi-racial hiring practices. But the real source of its problems affects the safety of every air traveler in the USA.
Can Visitors to Germany Use Cannabis Now That Recreational Use is Legal There?
In 2024, Germany legalized the use of marijuana products for recreational use. Does that mean tourists can buy or use cannabis in Germany now?
Can I Cruise with Just a Driver's License?
Is a driver's license enough ID to take a cruise? The answer is mixed.
U.S. Passport Wait Times Are Back Under Control. How Long Will It Take Now?
A year ago, as the U.S. government continued to climb out of the bureaucratic hole that Covid-19 and staffing woes had dug, the wait time for a new passport was as long as 13…
The U.S. Hasn't Fully Tested Airline Evacuations in Years. Experts are Alarmed.
Even though nearly everything about flying has changed since the rules were set, the FAA has blocked evacuation testing that reflects actual conditions.
How to Sleep on a Long Plane Flight: 24 Tips to Try
Over the years, I have developed some tricks for sleeping on airplanes—long flights, short flights, or any trip on which you need to get some shuteye.
Are Hotel Room Safes Safe? The Surprising Truth Behind Online Fears
In-room safes lock, but do they stay locked when we leave the hotel? Recent viral videos on TikTok have travelers worried about theft, but is there cause to be?
Countries That Drive on the Left Side of the Road: The Complete List
All the countries and territories in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, and the South Pacific where you'll need to drive on the left side of the road
Planning a European Road Trip? The Safest and Most Dangerous Countries for Driving
The ease and affordability of train travel in Europe make a strong case for riding the rails to get around the continent as a tourist rather than renting a car. Plus, trains are better…
What Is the Legal Drinking Age in Mexico? Liquor Laws Tourists Should Know
Get to know Mexico's alcohol consumption laws—including the legal drinking age and bans on where you can drink—before you visit.
No, That Norwegian Cruise Line Ship Never Had Cholera Aboard
You might have seen headlines like this earlier in the week about Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Dawn, which reported that some 20 passengers were feeling ill:"Thousands stranded on…
Why Digging Holes at the Beach Is So Dangerous, Especially for Kids
A 7-year-old girl was killed on a Florida beach this week when the sand hole she and her brother were playing in collapsed on the children, who were vacationing with their…
What Happens if Somebody Dies on a Plane During a Flight?
It's rare, but people do die on commercial airplanes midflight. Here's what happens next.
Flight Routes with the Most Turbulence, According to Global Data
Buckle up! Passengers on these flight routes could be in for a bumpy ride, according to worldwide weather data.
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…
Can I Get a Turbulence Forecast for My Flight? Check This Free Online Map
Scientists have determined that flights are getting bumpier and that climate change could make the skies even choppier in years to come. If that prospect gives you the jitters about an…