Tagged: oregon

Pauline Frommer Will Be Speaking at the Oregonian's Travel Fest in Portland, This Saturday

This is less of a blog than an invitation. I do hope that Frommers.com readers will come out and say "howdy" at what looks to be a very exciting Here & There Travel Fest this…

The USA's Legal Recreational Weed States in 2024

In red states as well as blue states, the population has legalized stoned states.  A little more than a decade ago, recreational pot was illegal in all 50 states. But Colorado and…

Coming in May: UFO Fests in Oregon and New York State

The search for signs of intelligent life in the universe hasn't turned up much so far. Even here on earth intelligent life can seem awfully hard to come by. But judging from the many…

In Final Days in Office, Obama Designates Five New National Monuments

On Thursday, during Barack Obama's last full week in office, the president did for the (probably) last time something he's done more than anybody else who's occupied the White House:…

Five New National Monuments, Free Wi-Fi on JetBlue, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning, everybody! Here's the latest from the world's monuments, airplane cabins, and tourism boards. * IN FINAL DAYS IN OFFICE, OBAMA DESIGNATES FIVE NEW NATIONAL MONUMENTS…

Have Joint, Will Travel....And Travel...And Travel

Though the election was a buzz kill for many, there was a silver lining for some: a growing haze of pot smoke. California, Nevada, Massachusetts and Maine all legalized…

Zika in Singapore, Vandals on Oregon Coast, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* ZIKA UPDATE: U.S. ISSUES SINGAPORE TRAVEL ADVISORY (Condé Nast Traveler). Though the largest outbreaks of Zika have been in Latin…

Off to the Great State of Oregon Next! Please Come to See Arthur & Pauline Frommer at Powell's Books in Portland on Jan 20 at 7pm

The whirlwind tour continues! On May 20th, my father and I are honored to be speaking at the legendary Powell's in Portland, Oregon (largets bookstore in the world!). What will we…

Amsterdam: Galleries & Where to Shop in the Jordaan District

Take time to explore the many intriguing neighborhoods of Amsterdam, which are constantly evolving. The Jordaan district, for example, was once an area for the working-class poor.…

Take Me Out to the Ballgames: 12 Playing Fields Worth a Visit

Following your hometown team might be tough when you're on the road -- but it shouldn't be hard to incorporate sporting events into your travels. Many stadiums and the matches they…

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Solo Travelers

In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific ideas to help you get the most out of every trip. This time around, I share some insight about the best ways to travel…

Highway 1: The Route to the Best of Maine

The heart and soul of Maine lies on its coastline and a trip along Route 1 -- especially between Bath and Bucksport -- is an idyllic way to experience the best the state has to offer.…

Racing Hotspots to Get Your NASCAR Fix

Summer means hot sunny days, plenty of partying and adrenalin-racing action, especially if you'll be hitting the speedways around the country to watch NASCAR, the United State's…

3 Close Ways to Get Far, Far Away

Unspoiled, unplugged and unhurried: There are plenty of destinations that fit this description for adults-only travel. It's much harder for families trying to find a spot that…