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The Best Spring Vacations in the U.S.
When flowers are blooming, allergies are raging, and stores are selling the world’s finest seasonal candy—that would of course be Reese’s chocolate-and-peanut-butter eggs—it can only…
Wynwood Walls Photos: Incredible Views of Miami’s Outdoor Street Art Gallery
Once an expanse of abandoned warehouses, Miami's Wynwood Walls has become, since opening in 2009, what the artist RISK has described as the "Olympics of street art." Developer Tony…
Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2025
Our popular list of travel recommendations for the year is here!
Europe in Spring: Where to Go in March, April, and May
In March, April, and especially May, some spots in Europe achieve the travel trifecta: pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and reasonable room rates. Other areas of the continent…
Notre-Dame Reopening in Paris: Photos of the Restoration, Plus How and When to Visit
On Saturday, Dec. 7, Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris will finally reopen to the public with a globally broadcast ceremony and a series of celebratory masses. The more than 800-year-old…
The Best Beach Towns in Costa Rica
The great thing about Costa Rica 's beaches—other than the flour-soft sand and the top-notch surfing and snorkeling—is that many of the best coastal areas abut marvelous and mysterious…
If I Had Never Traveled, By Arthur Frommer
These reflections by Arthur Frommer first appeared as the introduction to the book "Ask Arthur Frommer" (Wiley Publishing, 2009).
Why We Need Travel Advisors Now More Than Ever
The people we used to call travel agents are alive and well. And considering recent changes to the travel industry, they might just save your next trip.
In 2025, Venice's Access Fee Will Cost Double if You Don't Reserve Ahead
As Frommer's predicted in July, the tourist-laden Italian city of Venice has officially announced it will not only continue its new entry fee for day-trippers, but will also double the…
Slow on the Po: What to Expect on Barge Cruises in Italy
Italy lovers, take heart. France may seem to have cornered the market when it comes to barge cruising , but you don’t have to leave Italy to take a slow-mo voyage on a waterway cutting…
The Best Luggage Storage Apps and How To Use Them
Sometimes travelers need safe spots to stash bags for the day. Fortunately, luggage storage apps now operate in thousands of cities around the world.
London Pub Crawl: The Best Bars Around Historic Fleet Street
If London is, as is often claimed, less a single, cohesive city than a collection of villages, then the pubs are the souls of those villages. “The local” is a place to wind down after…
A New Community in Croatia Is Created Just for Digital Nomads
Wanna live on the sparkling Adriatic coast of Croatia? It's easier and more affordable than you might think—and getting more so on October 10. That's the opening date of Digital Nomad…
New Vaccine Proof Requirements for French and Greek Locals Will Also Affect Visitors
In France and Greece, proof of vaccine is now being required to enter many indoor spaces, from museums and restaurants to theme parks, cinemas, and concert venues. With a fourth wave…
How Splash Mountain Became Disney's Most Problematic Ride
The New York Times, November 28, 1946:"The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People expressed regret yesterday over Walt Disney's new production, Song of the South,…
50+ Places to Find Free, Travel-Themed Virtual Backgrounds for Video Calls
One of the delights of this bizarre age we're living through—and yes, there have been delights, including a worldwide proliferation of home-baked cakes and cookies—has been the…
Gigantic New Manhattan Attraction Sparks a Flood of Controversy, Writes Arthur Frommer
At some point in their lives, nearly every American makes a trip to the “Big Apple.” So it isn’t necessary to apologize for discussing a major new Manhattan attraction in a column on…
London's Tate Modern Reopens Its Controversial Viewing Deck—And It's Still Free!
After years of forced closure, Tate Modern reopens its former Viewing Level as Level 10, a visual feast for panoramas of the Thames and St. Paul's Cathedral.
A Night at the Theater in New York City
Going to a show is the quintessential New York experience. But how do you snag an affordable ticket in a town where orchestra seats bought directly from the theater, or worse, from…
Just Back from Barcelona with the Family
Revisiting some old haunts and discovering some new ones, I found some tips and experiences that anyone heading to Gaudi's city would enjoy.
6 Ways to Deal With Pushy Street Vendors
Aggressive vendors at street markets and bazaars can overwhelm you with all sorts of unwanted attention and schemes. Here is how to deal with street vendors who use overaggressive…
5 Ways to See the Northern Lights in Fairbanks, Alaska
Heading to Fairbanks during aurora season? Here are the best ways to spot the northern lights during your visit.
Do Top of the Rock’s New Rooftop Rides Make It the Best Observation Deck in NYC? Our Review
Since 1933 visitors have been flocking to the observation deck at Rockefeller Center in New York City . In the early days, they could lounge on Adirondack chairs in an area painted to…
How to Find Out if a Cruise Port Will Be Crowded When You're There
Cruise ships keep getting bigger and bigger, but the delicate historic sights of Europe and the Caribbean remain the same size. When locals complain about overtourism, cruise ships are…
Recent Art Vandalism Makes Visiting Museums Tougher for Travelers
London's iconic National Gallery, which receives some 3 million visits a year, has announced new security measures that will require more advance planning from travelers—and other…