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Since the 1957 publication of Arthur Frommer's (1929-2024) seminal Europe on $5 a Day, the Frommer guidebooks have been America's most trusted travel source. This podcast, hosted by Arthur Frommer's daughter, and President of FrommerMedia LLC, Pauline Frommer, gives listeners the low down on what's happening in the world of travel today. Topics range from the most appealing destinations, to money-saving and enjoyment-enhancing trends, to books and TV shows that bring travel into your daily life, and more. Expect guest appearances by some of the biggest names in travel today, including Samantha Brown, Andrew McCarthy, Frances Mayes, Jason Cochran, travel journalists from...

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Travel Adventures with Dogs, Dolly & Lie-Flat Buses
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#650
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Washington Post Travel Reporter Andrea Sachs discusses how to commune with St. Bernards in Switzerland, Dolly Parton’s vi...


The Science Behind Airplane Temperatures and Other Travel Issues
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#649
08/16/2026

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Laura Kiniry, a contributor to Popular Science Magazine, discusses the scientific reasons temperatures on planes are kept low...


Saving Money on Cruising, Disney World, Rental Cars & More
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#648
08/09/2026

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Frommers.com’s Editor in Chief Jason Cochran and host Pauline Frommer talked about ways to pay less for Di...


Over 55? An Innovative New Program Will Take You To Europe for a Month (Or Two) So You Can Experience Slow Travel at Its Finest
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08/02/2026

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Andrew Motiwalla, founder of the travel company The Good Life Abroad, talks about his innovative program which allows...


Peter Greenberg Discusses Maine, Tahiti, and Flying Today
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#646
07/26/2026

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PBS TV host Peter Greenberg’s latest shows “Hidden Maine” and “Hidden Tahiti” will be debuting this fall. He discuss...


Stromboli, Sicily; Chincoteague, VA; The Hebrides off the Coast of Scotland; Michoacan, Mexico; and Antarctica All Via the Wonderful Stories of the newly released “The Best Women’s Travel Writing”.
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07/19/2026

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Lavinia Spalding, editor of "The Best Women’s Travel Writing,” discusses how Roxanne Gay, Susan Orlean, Ann Hood, Marc...


Credit Card vs. Regular Travel Insurance, Authentic B&B’s and Reading Vacations with Elaine Glusac, Frugal Traveler Columnist for the NY Times.
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07/12/2026

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Elaine Glusac, New York Times columnist discusses how Bed and Breakfast Inns are changing in the era of...


Fishing Vacations: Advice from Peter Miller, Host of Uncharted Waters on Discovery
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07/05/2026

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What should you look in when hiring a captain, and what’s the best way to rent a bo...


Homer's The Odyssey: A Discussion of the World's First Travel Book with Phil Cousineau
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#642
06/28/2026

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With a blockbuster film on the horizon, Phil Cousineau has written the ideal companion book "The Wisdom of...


An American Revolution Road Trip, Created by PBS Star Darley Newman
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#641
06/21/2026

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In her new book “Revolutionary Road Trip: Hidden Stories from America’s Founding Journey”, PBS T.V. host Darley...


Amsterdam Today, Plus a Soupçon of Paris
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06/14/2026

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Pauline Frommer discusses her recent trip to Amsterdam and Paris with Frommers.com’s Editor In Chief Jason Co...


Antoni Porowski’s Insights Into the Best of London, Paris, and Mexico City
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06/07/2026

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Netflix star Antoni Porowski (Queer Eye) has teamed up with National Geographic for a new T.V. show...


Beyond Shoofly Pie: Rediscovering Lancaster County, PA
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#638
05/31/2026

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Lancaster County, PA has a new cultural center, the nation’s premier rock & roll tour hub, compelling historic si...


A Spotlight on Sugar Land, Texas
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05/24/2026

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One of the fastest growing cities in the United States is yet to be discovered by tourists. We...


Minnesota: What’s New and What’s Always Exciting In This Water-Blessed State
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#636
05/17/2026

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Events in Minnesota over the last year have made the state seem like a “no go” zone. But that...


Actor/Author Andrew McCarthy Travels the Length of the USA to Learn More About Male Friendship
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05/10/2026

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Andrew McCarthy, star of such iconic films as Pretty in Pink and Less Than Zero, is also an...


Dude Ranch Vacations: Their Surprisingly Long History, And Why It’s A Type of Holiday to Consider
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05/03/2026

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The Dude Rancher’s Association is turning 100 years old in 2026. We talked with Bryce Albright, the Executive Director of...


The Roots of Asian Food In Europe
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04/26/2026

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The latest season of Lucky Chow with Danielle Chang is now available on PBS, and it concentrates on...


Travelling With Your Pet
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#632
04/19/2026

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Danielle Gelfand wrote about the how to’s of taking your dog or cat on the road for th...


Untold Stories of the Planet's Most Important Tourist Attractions
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04/13/2026

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Ronan O’Connell discussed the history, legends, and innovations behind some of the world’s most heavily visited sigh...


Namibia and South Africa—The Adventure Continues
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04/05/2026

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In the second part of this interview with Beatrix Stewart-Frommer, host Pauline Frommer’s peripatetic daughter, they discussed th...


Ghana: What It's Like to Visit Accra and the Cape Coast
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#629
03/29/2026

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This week, Pauline Frommer interviewed her daughter Beatrix Stewart-Frommer about her 3 month sojourn in the city of Accra (while...


Affordable Wellness Vacations
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#628
03/22/2026

Elaine Glusac, the Frugal Travelers columnist for the New York Times, came on to discuss wellness vacations that won’t break the bank. These include robotic massages, public bathhouses, forest bathing, affordable spas and more.

Places, treatments, and companies discussed in this episode included:

The New York TimesJapanScandinaviaFinlandSweden IcelandSaunasForest bathingHot springs


Jamaica is Back! A Look at the Post-Hurricane Island Paradise
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#627
03/15/2026

Jamaica's Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett was today's guest, discussing the good news that 80% of Jamaica's tourism infrastructure is back in place, after the devastation of Hurricane Melissa. He also discussed why Jamaica's coffee is world class (and coffee plantation tours on island), the nation's cuisine and music traditions, some of the island's top attractions, and more.

Places, people, and companies mentioned in this episode

JamaicaNegrilOcho RiosTreasure IslandGolden EyeFireflyIan FlemingNoel CowardBob MarleyKingstonMontego BayRocky Point

(Today's episode was a sponsored podcast.)


Monthly Journeys, a Year of Adventure: Insights and Money-Saving Strategies
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#626
03/08/2026

Jen Ruiz, author of the book "12 Trips in 12 Months: Make Your Own Solo Travel Magic" discusses how she footed the bill for her landmark year on the road, and some of the exciting adventures she had.

Places discussed in this episode:

Meteora, GreeceArubaAntelope Canyon, ArizonaZion National Park, UtahToronto, Canada


Nevada Through the Eyes of Elite Climber Alex Honnold
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#625
03/01/2026

If you saw the documentary "Free Solo," about Alex Honnold's awe-inspiring, rope-free ascent of the face of El Capitan in Yosemite, you know what brave, driven athlete he is. He shows another side of both himself, and his home state of Nevada, in his new T.V. series "Get A Little Out There with Alex Honnold" (on Outside TV). Today's episode covers both the adventures you can have in the state, and the oddball attractions you'll find there.

Companies, destinations, and documentaries mentioned in this episode:

Free SoloTaipei 101Outside TVGet a Little Out There With Alex...


Less Discovered Spain
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#624
02/22/2026

Peter Barron, one of the authors of the just published guidebook "Frommer's Spain", discussed ways to enjoy the uncrowded side to Spain, by going to less popular (but still tremendously appealing) regions and cities, and visiting the country when others don't.

Takeaways:

The just published Frommer's Spain guidebook is a substantial resource for travelers, meticulously written and edited to ensure accuracy and depth.This podcast emphasizes the importance of responsible tourism, particularly in over-touristed areas like Barcelona and Mallorca.Listeners are encouraged to explore lesser-known regions of Spain, such as Extremadura, which offers rich history and...


Safaris, Belize (Via Hollywood), Bhutan, Mongolia, and More: Our Discussion of Frommer's Comfort in the Wild, Part 2
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#623
02/15/2026

Jane Wooldridge, author of "Frommer's Comfort in the Wild: 1000+ Idyllic Nature Destinations—No Roughing It Required", continued her discussion of different types of travel that allow vacationers to get deep into the wild. She talked about African safaris, as well as safaris on the tundra to see polar bears; a lodge in Belize owned by one of the most famous film directors on earth; and places where you can have unique nature experiences in Armenia, Mongolia, and Bhutan.

Takeaways:

What you see on safari will vary depending on the time of year you go.Knowledgeable travel ag...


Frommer's Comfort in the Wild is Out Now. A Talk with Its Author Jane Wooldridge
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#622
02/08/2026

Jane Wooldridge, author of the recently released coffee table book "Frommer's Comfort in the Wild: 100+ Idyllic Nature Destinations—No Roughing It Required" is our guest today. She delves into how to pick the right expedition cruise, where the most beautiful treehouse hotels are, what it's like to stay in a geodesic dome, and how ranch vacations can put you in touch with American history.

(This is part 1 of a 2 part interview about the book.)

Takeaways:

The podcast introduces a new coffee table book titled 'Frommer's Comfort in the Wild', which features over one hundred id...


What's New in New York City, Plus a Look at the Top Trends in Camping Vacations
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#621
02/01/2026

Pauline Frommer discussed her newly released guidebook "Frommer's New York City 2026" and what the top culinary trends in the city are right now. She also talked about what it's like to visit NYC's newest observation deck, and how The Studio Museum, Sotheby's and The Jewish Museum have reinvented themselves. Then Kevin Long, CEO of TheDyrt.com, talked about how many new campers there were in 2025, what people can do when there's no room at the campsite, and how this form of vacation is evolving.

Takeaways:

The latest edition of Frommer's New York City guidebook was released...


Montana's State Parks and Rodeo Culture, Plus a Look at When To Visit Yellowstone National Park
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#620
01/28/2026

Patrick Doyle, from Visit Montana, discussed the ghost towns, badlands, and Native American sights found in Big Sky Country's state parks. He also discussed why rodeos are such a fun lens into the state's culture and traditions, and when is the best time to visit Yellowstone National Park.

Takeaways:

Montana is characterized by vast landscapes and a relatively low population density, which affects visitor experiences.The state has numerous historical sites, including Fort Owen and St. Mary's Mission, which tell of the state's early days.Bannock State Park, a well-preserved ghost town, offers a unique glimpse...


Secrets of Airport Lounges
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#619
01/18/2026

Zach Helfand, author of "Airport-Lounge Wars: When you’re waiting for a flight, what’s the difference between out there and in here?" in the New Yorker Magazine discussed his quirky quest to visit every lounge in the New York area.

Takeaways:

Zach Helfand's article discusses the evolution of airport lounges from exclusive clubs to more accessible spaces, and the impact of credit card partnerships.Lounges have transformed the airport experience by providing amenities such as truly gourmet food, showers, sleep pods, private security screening and more.During the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines relied heavily on their cred...


Vietnam Revisited: Insights from a Second Trip
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#618
01/11/2026

Pauline Frommer and Frommers.com's Editor in Chief Jason Cochran discussed Pauline's second trip to Vietnam, which was just completed.

Takeaways:

The host emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation, particularly regarding visa applications, as a critical aspect of international travel.The episode highlights the cultural richness of Vietnam, including indigenous tribes and their fascinating customs, which the host explored during the trip.The discussion includes reflections on the modern tourism industry in Vietnam, noting both advancements and the potential for inauthentic tourist experiences.The host's experience at a dark restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City serves...


Airfare Trends for 2026
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#617
01/04/2026

Jesse Neugarten, founder of Dollar Flight Club, discussed strategies for getting the best airfares, at a time when travelers are facing a lot of headwinds.

Takeaways:

In 2026, the impact of artificial intelligence on airfare pricing has significantly reduced the window of opportunity for booking low-cost flights. Travelers should embrace 'gateway flexibility' by considering multiple departure airports, and itineraries that include domestic hops before international ones, to access better fares for international destinations. The traditional concept of an 'off season' for travel has become obsolete, necessitating a shift in strategy for cost-effective travel planning.

Companies...


Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties Hit the Road
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#616
12/28/2025

Avery Singer and Jolie Golub, founders of BachBoss an agency that creates customs tailored travel experiences for Hen and Stag parties, were our guests today. They discussed the most popular destinations for bachelor and bachelorette parties, over-the-top celebrity celebrations, and the biggest problems groups encounter when planning these sorts of roaming fests.

Takeaways:

The Travel and Adventure Show is set to take place in Seattle on January 10th and 11th, marking a significant event for travel enthusiasts. Attendees of the Travel and Adventure Show can get free tickets by using the code "FROMMERSVIP" when purchasing tickets...


The Best Booking Engines for Airfares and Lodgings? A Smart Study Has Answers
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#615
12/21/2025

Reid Bramblett, author of our recent studies on how to find the best booking engines for airfares, and the best ones for lodgings, unpacked his research. He discussed which sites find the lowest rates most consistently, how to filter results smartly, VPN uses for travel bookings, and when doing multiple searches will be the only way to find the lowest prices.

Takeaways:

The travel industry presents complex pricing structures that require careful examination to avoid overpaying. Reid Bramlett conducted an extensive study to identify the best booking engines for airfares and hotels. AI chatbots currently perform...


On the Road: Madrid and Toledo
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#614
12/14/2025

Pauline Frommer discusses her recent trip to Spain with Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com

Takeaways:

In this episode, we discuss the cosmopolitan nature of Madrid, highlighting its expansive avenues, walkability, top restaurants and extraordinary museums. The culinary experiences in Madrid are diverse, ranging from molecular gastronomy to traditional tapas, showcasing the city's rich gastronomic culture. Our exploration of Madrid includes visits to renowned museums, where masterpieces from artists like Bosch and Goya captivate the imagination. The flamenco show at Corral de la Moreria stands out as a cultural highlight, demonstrating the city's historical...


On the Road: Berlin and Utrecht
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#613
12/07/2025

From her hotel room in Utrecht, Pauline Frommer talked with Frommers.com's Editor In Chief Jason Cochran about her adventures in that Dutch hotspot, and her just concluded visit to Germany's capital.

Links referenced in this episode:

frommers.comspotify.comcafe-frida.comalchemistclub.comtivolivredenburg.nlddrmuseum.deneue-museum.de

Companies and Attractions mentioned in this episode:

Melt the Band Cafe Frida Alchemist Club Gamalde Gallery Neue Museum Tivoli Vredenburg DDR Museum Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Checkpoint Charlie


Tours for People Who Don't Want to Be "Tourists", Plus a Deep Dive Into the Spiritual Life of Japan
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#612
11/30/2025

New York Times writer Jonathan Zwickel discussed his recent article about tours that uncover the political and economic forces that are shaping life in Athens, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, and other important cities. Then Hiroko Yoda discussed her illuminating book about Japanese traditions, religious practices and life "Eight Million Ways to Happiness: Wisdom for Inspiration and Healing from the Heart of Japan.

Takeaways:

Zwickel recounts his experience of wandering through an Athens neighborhood, revealing the urban decay and struggles faced by locals. We discuss the importance of ethical tourism, emphasizing the need for respectful engagement...


Amelia Earhart: Founder of the Modern Travel Industry? Plus a Look at Why She Disappeared
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#611
11/23/2025

Laurie Gwen Shapiro, author of the new book "The Aviator and the Showman: Amelia Earhart, George Putnam and the Marriage That Made an American Icon" was today's guest. She discussed how Earhart shaped how we travel today, why she is still such a potent role model, and what happened to her on her final flight.

Takeaways:

The contemporary travel industry owes much of its development to the pioneering efforts of early aviators, particularly Amelia Earhart, who significantly influenced public perception of air travel. Laurie Gwen Shapiro's book, 'The Aviator and the Amelia Earhart,' delves into...