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Long Hiking Tradition Ends As Canada Closes Border on the Pacific Crest Trail
Canada closes its connection to the Pacific Crest Trail, a landmark for international hikers, in response to changes in U.S. policy.
Understaffing Could Make National Parks a Real Mess This Summer
A government hiring freeze could result in understaffed national parks, which could in turn cause maintenance issues this summer.
Get Amtrak's USA Rail Pass for Nearly Half Off in January Flash Sale
You have until the end of Friday, January 17, to buy a USA Rail Pass from Amtrak for just $299. The usual price is $499.The USA Rail Pass is like Amtrak's version of Europe's Eurail…
Chuckwalla: Some of U.S.'s Oldest Land Becomes Newest National Monument in California
The designation, long sought by local leaders, preserves a unique desert ecosystem with ancient Indigenous significance near Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California.
Jimmy Carter's Georgia: Where to Learn About the 39th President's Life and Legacy
These Jimmy Carter sites in Plains, Georgia, and Atlanta tell the story of his childhood, presidency, and remarkable life after leaving office.
What a Federal Government Shutdown Means for Air Travel, National Parks, and Passports
When congressional dysfunction leads to a federal government shutdown, here's what that means for airports, national parks, and passports.
America Names Newest National Park Units, Including One for This Trailblazing Woman
The U.S. National Park System got its 433rd addition this week, when President Joe Biden established the Frances Perkins National Monument in Newcastle, Maine. Though not exactly a…
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…
National Park Free Days in 2025: When All U.S. National Parks Waive Entry Fees
The days in 2025 when getting into a national park costs nothing
Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2025
Our popular list of travel recommendations for the year is here!
Countries Where the American Dollar Is Strong Right Now
Frommer’s got its start in 1957 with a series of guidebooks about seeing the world on 5 dollars a day . As you might have noticed, prices have gone up a little since then. But there…
Another Cruise Port Votes to Restrict Visitors: How Passenger Limits Are Shaping Cruising
Lost in the threshing machine of more momentous news headlines this week was the outcome of a referendum in Bar Harbor, Maine, that portends deepening complications for cruise…
Government Shutdown, USA: A Quick List of Which Travel Services Are Closed
As the wheels of Washington grind to a halt yet again in the Republican-led House of Representatives, another United States federal government shutdown is a concern. Travel, by and…
Reminder: Now Is a Good Time to Make Summer Reservations
Well, the vaccines are here, and so for the first time in a year, we finally have a clearer vision of the road map to the future. We know that as long as significant chunks of the…
What You’ll See on the Newly Expanded, More Interactive Tour of the White House
While we all stress out over who will move into the White House in January, one of the building's current occupants has unveiled some long-in-the-works upgrades to how visitors…
iPhone's Satellite Feature Can Help Travelers with No Power or Signal
Did you know Apple has a system that lets travelers send emergency texts via satellite even if there's no cell phone signal? Knowing how to use this tech could save your life.
Discounts for Disney Due to Softer Bookings: See the Current Sales
Everyone knows a Disney parks vacation costs a lot. Disney was once a byword for whimsy and quality, but it seems like in our era, "expensive" has replaced "magic" as the single…
How to Bike Normandy’s D-Day Beaches: A Car-Free Side Trip from Paris
Beyond their historical significance, Normandy’s D-Day beaches are quite simply beautiful. The stark and ever-changing light on the vast water creates a palette of colors that makes…
Alaska by Ferry: See Incredible Places for a Fraction of What Cruises Cost
I honestly don't know what made me open my eyes. Traveling aboard one of Alaska ’s state ferries from Juneau to Petersburg, I'd dozed off in the outdoor solarium—enjoying the mix of…
The Best National Parks to Visit for Fall Colors This Year? Surprising New Data Shapes This List
For hikers and road trippers eager to see vibrant fall colors, many U.S. national parks have impressive displays this time of year. Makes sense—where there are trees, after all, there…
How to Go on an African Safari for Less Money: Tips By Industry Experts
It’s common knowledge that safaris can be eye-wateringly expensive, but taking a walk on the wild side doesn’t have to cost the world. Here’s how to make a quality…
Florida Is Trying to Ram Development of State Parks, "Skirting the Legal Process"
Floridians are sounding a red alert after the state unexpectedly revealed its intent to allow rapid development at nine of Florida's nature reserves, sidestepping the usual process…
Alaska by Train: A Car-Free Itinerary for Touring the 49th State
As you might have heard, getting a rental car in Alaska can be tough. Inventory is limited and demand is high, especially during the peak travel months of May to September. But if…
New UNESCO World Heritage Sites for 2024 in Italy, Malaysia, South Africa, More
UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has added 24 cultural and natural wonders to its esteemed World Heritage List of sites the organization…
New RV Sites Amid Canyons and Adoptable Pets at Utah’s Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
The self-described largest no-kill animal shelter in the United States occupies an enviable location amid the red rock canyons of southern Utah, where 1,600 dogs, cats, birds, bunnies,…
