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Frommer's Wins Prestigious Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Awards

The news today is good indeed: On October 6, the gifted experts who research and write the information you trust at Frommer's earned three more annual Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism…

Article / Air Travel

This TSA Change Could Be a Big Hassle for Flyers with Carry-on Bags

New high-tech equipment being used by the Transportation Security Administration is supposed to make life easier for airport security screeners as well as passengers, but some flyers…

Article / Air Travel

How to Complain to Delta Air Lines

Follow these instructions to file a complaint with Delta Air Lines.

Article / Cruise

Oh, Lord. Now People Are Hiding Tiny Jesus Figurines All Over Cruise Ships

You've probably heard that Jesus could walk on water, but he doesn't need to nowadays. Multitudes of cruise passengers are carrying him aboard in mini plastic form and scattering the…

Article / Air Travel

Airline Restrictions on Lithium Batteries Are Tightening in 2027: Be Prepared

The airlines of the world are about to crack down on lithium batteries aboard aircraft, so if you regularly pack portable charging devices for your travels, you need to know what's…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Don't Take Stones or Sand from Vesuvius or These Other Sights—or You'll Unleash a Curse

In August 2025, a Scottish tourist was on a group tour near the Basilica at Pompeii Archaeological Park outside Naples, Italy, when he noticed a few loose stones under his…

Article / Air Travel

It's Happening! Airline to Start Charging for Use of Overhead Bins

Are airlines passing the point of no return with the industry's latest extra fee?Today's Rubicon: making customers pay a fee to put their bags in the overhead storage bins. The airline…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Traveler Warning: Texas Just Made It a Felony to Carry Most THC Products

If you regularly travel with THC gummies for physical comfort or as a sleep aid, you'd better remove them from your bags before you go to Texas, or you could wind up in prison. Going…

Article / Air Travel

First-Time Flying: An Easy, Step-by-Step Checklist for Airport Newbies

Everyone you'll see at the airport flew for the first time once. If it's your turn to take your own maiden voyage and you're on your own, how will you know how to get from point A to…

Article / Air Travel

A Top-Rated Travel Pillow Just Got Even Better: Our Review

Frommer’s editors independently assess all travel products featured on our site. In some cases, we may receive an affiliate commission from the purchase of products made from the links…

Article / Air Travel

Europe Upgrades Flyer Rights with Free Luggage and More. Sorry, Americans.

After a yearslong process during which opposing interests got together and hammered out a compromise (remember how productive that can be?), the European Parliament has come up with a…

Article / Packing & Luggage

United Airlines Launches ‘Twilight Bag Drop’ at Chicago O’Hare

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Article / Air Travel

Viral Air Travel Hacks: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Frommer’s editors independently assess all travel products featured on our site. In some cases, we may receive an affiliate commission from the purchase of products made from the links…

Article / Air Travel

This Group of Americans Can Now Get TSA PreCheck for Free

The Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program, which provides enrollees with faster and less onerous preflight security screenings, is already a good bargain at $76.75…

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Traveling with Sleep Apnea: Expert Recommendations for CPAP Gear, Finding Distilled Water, and Other Tips

Frommer’s editors independently assess all travel products featured on our site. In some cases, we may receive an affiliate commission from the purchase of products made from the links…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Why U.S. Sunscreens Are Finally About to Get a Lot Better

Americans will soon be able to erase sunscreen off their lists of must-buy souvenirs when traveling to Europe and Asia. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently added…

Article / Packing & Luggage

Did You Know Wearing Camouflage Is Against the Law in These Popular Caribbean Countries?

Camo prints have made a fashion comeback in 2026, according to the people who keep track of these things.The editors of Who What Wear advise readers interested in joining the trend to…

Article / Air Travel

TSA Makes Leap Toward Privatization with TSA Gold+

Fresh off a monthslong partial government shutdown that led to chaotic airport checkpoint lines, staff working without pay for 44 days, and more than 1,000 agents walking off the job…

Article / News

Southwest Airlines Bans Robots from Flights Following ‘Stewie’ Incident

A major U.S. carrier has recently updated its baggage policy in a very specific way following two similar incidents that caused minor stirs and delays.  “Southwest Airlines does not…

Article / Air Travel

First-of-Its-Kind "Remote Terminal" Lets You Go Through TSA Before Arriving at the Airport

For the first time, some air travelers will soon be able to complete the Transportation Security Administration screening process at a remote location, before arriving at the…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Are Korean Sunscreens Better? Dermatologists Answer Our Burning Questions About Sun Protection

Contrary to what you might think, dermatologists really do want you to go outside. “It's great to be outdoors!” says Dr. Jennifer N. Choi, professor of dermatology at Northwestern…

Article / Air Travel

Another Major U.S. Airline Is Restricting This Common Device on Flights

Due to safety concerns, American Airlines has tightened its rules for traveling with portable chargers that run on lithium batteries. Effective Friday, May 1, each passenger is limited…

Article / Money and Fees

Tips for Saving Money This Summer on Flights and Road Trips Amid Sky-High Fuel Prices

The ever-increasing cost of fuel is, yes, driving up the cost of vacations this summer. And we’re not just talking about road trips. Airfares have also shot up, with ticket costs in…

Article / Packing & Luggage

Checked Luggage Fees Have Gone Up Again. Here's What You'll Pay, Airline by Airline

The war in Iran has sent jet fuel prices soaring, and you can bet the airlines will pass along as big a share of those costs as possible to the consumer. That means higher airfares…

Article / Air Travel

Southwest Airlines Further Restricts Portable Chargers on Flights

Southwest Airlines is establishing one of the strictest policies on lithium portable chargers in the U.S.According to an internal message that was posted for employees this week and…