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Great Architectural Pilgrimages: 15 Sites to Visit

From Angkor Wat to suburban Connecticut, we've rounded up 15 inspiring sites for people who love buildings. Photo Caption: Chicago city skyline reflected in the "Bean." Photo by…

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Island Hopping the Cape Verde Islands

Like many nations in Africa, Cape Verde was for centuries a colonial outpost. This volcanic archipelago lying 644km (400 miles) off the West African coast was finally granted…

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Scotland's Most Charming Castle Hotels

With its moors, highlands, and lochs, Scotland offers many options in the way of romantic vacations. Members of the royal family and aristocracy have been traveling to Scottish castles…

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Ireland's Most Historic Castle Hotels

The days of high kings and feudal lords may be long gone, but ancient castles are scattered throughout the Emerald Isle. Many of these historic structures have been refurbished and…

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What It's Like to See Malaysia's Sarawak by River Cruise

By Heidi Sarna Just like on the rivers of Europe, a river cruise in Southeast Asia is a great way to see life on the river banks up close. Boats can travel as close as a few feet from…

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How to Find the Right Travel Agent for You

We have a few tips.

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Best Hotel Loyalty Programs are Named, a National Memorial to Lynching Victims, and More: Our Daily Travel Briefing

A roundup of travel news from all over

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Why Florida Is the Weirdest State in the Country

The guy who wrote the book on Florida freakishness tells us why visitors to the Sunshine State should expect the unexpected—and embrace it.

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Walking The Bible: A Journey Through Israel, Egypt, and the Land of the Old Testament

Arthur and Pauline Frommer sit down with Bruce Feiler, Author of the new book Walking the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of Moses.

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Tips for Booking a Hotel in Amsterdam

Navigating all of the accommodation choices can be a bit confusing. Which neighborhood? How many stars? What’s in the rooms? What’s a good deal? We're here to help.

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Arthur Frommer's Reaction to the President's Announcement Regarding the Travel Embargo Against Cuba

"Although it will make headlines, the announcement of these embargo modifications is of far less substance than meets the eye."

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Using Contactless Credit Cards When You Travel

The new twist in credit card purchases is contactless payment—how does it work, and can you use your credit card on vacation?

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7 Popular Tourist Traps — and Where to Go Instead

Ever wonder why tourist traps are so popular? Sometimes, it’s as simple as name recognition, created by effective marketing, and a lack of knowledge about other choices.

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The Able Traveler: Factory Tours for Everyone

In these days of rising prices and shrinking budgets, factory tours are still are a great travel value. Besides being easy on the wallet, they're also very educational. As an added…

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The Able Traveler: Wheelchair-Accessible Ballooning and Wine Tasting in Northern California

Clever design makes ballooning -- a once off-limits activity -- available to wheelchair travelers and slow walkers. After you land, fill your day with a picnic and wine tasting in…

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Montreal Getaway: Exploring the City Year-Round

An escape to Montreal has much to recommend it: world class shopping, top-of-the-line restaurants, affordable hotels, and sights to rival those on the far side of the Atlantic.

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Tokyo Ramen Joints: 6 Top Spots for Noodles

Tokyo's innumerable, ever-changing ramen shops have transformed this humble noodle dish of Chinese origins into a local culinary star.

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Guide to Italian Street Names: Saints, Wars & Dreamers

Those street names that keep popping up everywhere you go in Italy have to mean something. Discover the stories behind a dozen of the most popular ones.

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Travel Safety: The Economic Situation in Greece

What will Greece's ongoing financial woes mean for travelers? Follow these tips for safe and easy travel during Greece's economic troubles, including how to prepare yourself for any…

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The New Empire State Building: Faster, Leaner, and Better

A half-a-billion dollar upgrade has improved New York's iconic tower for visitors and tenants alike.

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Tap Expat Knowledge for a Better Family Trip

Getting to know the locals can be tough if you don't speak the language. When all else fails, reaching out to the expat community can make you and your family feel a little bit more at…

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Travel Tips: How to Overcome the Language Barrier

A bit rusty on your multilingual skills? Follow these practical travel tips for destinations when you don't speak the language.

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10 Royal Wedding Celebrations You Can Actually Get Into

Want to celebrate Will and Kate's big day outside of your living room? People all over the UK are coming up with inventive, sweet, or downright odd ways of experiencing the wedding day.

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The 5 Best Dinosaur-Hunting Sites in the UK

On the occasion of London's Natural History Museum opening its summer blockbuster exhibition 'Age of the Dinosaur,' we dig deep for the best places to spot dinosaur remains around the…

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The Royal Wedding: What to See and Do

London's forthcoming regal nuptials will impact your trip to London this year whether you're a royal watcher or not. Here's how to have fun while staying ahead of the pack.