Travel Troubleshooter: A Bill, But No Reservation

August 27, 2008 – 9:13 pm
Our reader uses Orbitz to reserve a hotel room, but when he tries to reconfirm, he's told there's no reservation. He makes a new one, then gets billed for two. Is there any hope for a refund?

The Able Traveler: Get Your Access Pass and Head to a National Park

August 27, 2008 – 9:12 pm
You can't ramp Mother Nature, but these U.S. treasures are still very inviting to wheelchair-users and slow walkers, and a revamped Access Pass makes visits very affordable vacation choices.

Thinking Globally, Acting Locally…with Holiday Wishes

August 27, 2008 – 9:12 pm
Something's in the air.? These days, you can’t go more than a day or two without hearing a lot about going green (or, environmentally friendly).? It sure makes sense to go green with houses, with cars, with your family’s food, and even with cleaning supplies, but have you ever wondered if you can you go green with Christmas cards?? Sure, you can!? It’s actually rather easy to go green with Christmas cards.? To begin with, you can select cards or envelopes made with recycled paper.? That’s a fantastic way to make it a green holiday. But once the season is over, you can still make it a green Christmas.? How?? Well, when you’re taking down your decorations, your Christmas tree, or Christmas lights, there’s one more thing you probably take down that you don’t even realize could be recycled.? That’s right:? your Christmas cards that you’ve received from faraway friends and ...

How to Have a Road Trip Without Breaking the Bank

August 27, 2008 – 9:11 pm
The great American road trip is on -- even with the high cost of gas. Frommers.com reveals where to drive to without breaking the bank.

Frommer’s 5 Deals: London, Azores, White Mountains, Morocco, and Provence

August 27, 2008 – 9:11 pm
A today-only deal to London for less than $160 a night with air, plus four more special offers on incredible escapes.

Passing the Torch: Finding Deals in Post-Olympics China

August 27, 2008 – 9:10 pm
Will Beijing and the rest of China will suffer from what is commonly referred to as the "Olympic Effect" -- a legacy of inflated prices and underwhelming tourism figures?

Plucky Survivors See America 3: The Plucky Shall Rise Again

August 27, 2008 – 9:10 pm
Two years ago, two friends struggling with grave health issues decided the only suitable way to celebrate life was to visit the world's largest ball of twine. This year, the Pluckies are back on the road and heading on a loop through the U.S. southeast.

3 Biggest Mistakes Business Travelers Make

August 27, 2008 – 9:09 pm
These so-called "road warriors" aren't necessarily as smart as they look. If they were, then why would they spend half their lives on the road?

All Creatures Great and Small Celebrate the Holidays

August 26, 2008 – 9:05 pm
It's okay to admit that you do it!? After all, it’s a long-standing and time-honored tradition for countless American families to take their children to see Santa each year, and to treasure the photographs they take there each year.? In much the same way, there are pet dogs and cats who visit Santa each Christmas and have their photos taken there (often for use on the family’s Christmas card).? We say why not?? After all, even our four-legged friends should get to enjoy the joy and wonders of the Christmas season.No one would argue with you if you said that the holidays are a time for enjoying the Christmas spirit with friends and family.? For many people (over 60% of American households, according to some sources), some very important members of their family are their pets.? As a result, it’s becoming more and more popular to include a family pet ...

See Africa Through Festivals, Photo Safaris, Bushwalks and More

August 25, 2008 – 9:14 pm
Skip the standard safaris and city escapes for unique opportunities in Mali, Madagascar, Togo, Egypt, and more destinations.