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I Just Flew from the U.K. to the U.S.—Here's What That's Like Now
World systems are shutting down and entire countries are banning or expelling foreigners so that governments can take care of their own. I had planned on spending a few months in the…
North America's Largest Outdoor Adventure Course Coming to Chicago Suburbs
A huge new outdoor adventure park is scheduled to open this summer in the Chicago suburbs. Set on 300 wooded acres in the town of Lemont (located about 30 miles southwest of the city's…
The Best View in Dublin Just Got Better (And You Get Free Beer)
The Guinness Storehouse, Dublin's seven-story shrine to its beloved dry stout, has just unveiled the results of a €20-million ($23 million) renovation of the Gravity Bar on the…
New River Cruise Ship from AmaWaterways Coming to the Nile
The 25th ship from river cruise line AmaWaterways will set sail on the Nile next year. Dubbed the AmaDahlia, the brand-new vessel will transport passengers on an 11-day "Secrets of…
Arthur Frommer: Americans Remain Unaware of the Looming Real ID Requirement
Update, February 1, 2021: The deadline for Real ID has been postponed to October 1, 2021. October 1, 2020. That date, only seven months away, is when the new Real ID requirement…
Spring Break in the Time of COVID-19: What's the Responsible Course of Action?
The headline of this post is the question that Inside Edition put to me today. And the question is an important one. Below are a few answers, based on how the situation with the novel…
Amtrak Launches New Ultralow Fares. Is There a Catch?
Amtrak is trying out its own version of a Basic Economy fare. In air travel, that kind of ticket goes for relatively low prices but comes with a number of restrictions. To name a few…
Arthur Frommer: The New Direction of Richard Branson’s Unusual Cruise Ship
Sir Richard Branson’s new and unusual cruise ship, the Scarlet Lady, is presently heading across the Atlantic to Miami, where it will commence actual sailings with passengers in late…
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Reopens Walk-Through Lava Tube
After nearly two years, one of the most popular attractions at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island has reopened to the public. Nahuku-Thurston Lava Tube, a walk-through…
In Pompeii, An Ancient Brothel Reopens for Visitors
In the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, three residences that had been closed for years due to safety concerns are once again open to the public. The Italian Ministry of Cultural…
New National Children’s Museum Opens in Washington, D.C.
With the debut of Washington, D.C.’s, National Children’s Museum, which opened Monday, the downtown area of America's capital again has a playland just for kids. In a city celebrated…
Trump is Battling the Residents of New York State. Arthur Frommer Asks: Will Your State Be Next?
The nation has become quite familiar with conflicts between the Trump White House and various state officials. But somehow, nothing has reached the awesome level of the current war…
Which U.S. Airline Is on Time the Most?
Hawaiian Airlines had the best on-time record of any U.S. carrier in 2019, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Of all the flights operated by…
We're Asking If It's Wrong to Recline When We Should Be Furious with the Airlines
Once again, Americans are going after each other. And once again, the infighting is misplaced. Today's battle, like so many other battles these days, confuses the real source of the…
Another European Airline Goes Kaput: Arrivederci, Air Italy
Air Italy is shutting down and going into liquidation, the Milan-based carrier announced this week. According to a statement on the airline's website, "all Air Italy flights will be…
Trainers Will Stop Riding Dolphins at SeaWorld
SeaWorld shows featuring trainers riding or standing on dolphins are now a thing of the past. In a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, SeaWorld Entertainment…
It's Literally Illegal for Visitors to Eat in Parts of Italy Now: A Roundup of the New Tourist Laws
Violating these rules probably won’t get you arrested, but stiff fines could dip into your vacation budget.
Trump Suspends Global Entry Enrollment for New York State
As of Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has blocked residents of New York State from enrolling in Global Entry and other programs that allow for expedited…
Trump's Global Entry Ban for New Yorkers Doesn't Add Up, and It's an Outrage
“New York hates you,” a heckler shouted, part of the crowd that gathered in Manhattan when Donald Trump went to his polling place in 2016 to vote for himself (according to BBC.com).It…
At Long Last, The One-Seat Amsterdam-to-London Train Trip Is Here
This news may enrich your next European vacation.The Channel Tunnel connected England with Europe 26 years ago, but it took this long to get a high-speed train from central Amsterdam…
"Basic Business Class"? Emirates Quietly Shakes Up Airfare Structures
Last summer, with no fanfare whatsoever, Emirates changed the rules of business travel. It took what was a signature product—its well-rated business class service—and decoupled it from…
This Twitter Account Tracks the Door Codes to London's Toilets
Every traveler knows the misery of not being able to find a loo. When you're spending hours away from your hotel exploring an unfamiliar town, pit stops can be few and far between. In…
At JetBlue, a New High in Baggage Fees Brings a New Low for Customers
Which U.S.–based airline charges customers the highest fee for their first checked bag? As of this week, it's JetBlue. The airline hiked its baggage fee by $5—it's now $35. That's the…