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Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2026

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Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2026
Our popular list of travel recommendations for the year is here!
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A new 2026 study names the U.S. airlines with the most contaminated drinking water.

Here's the poop.

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New 2026 Airline Water Study Names the Most Contaminated Carriers.…
A new study of more than 35,000 samples of water aboard airlines exposes just how bad this persistent problem is—and how little the government is doing to…
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January 30, 2026 at 1:05 AM
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New 2026 Airline Water Study Names the Most Contaminated Carriers. Here's the Poop.

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New 2026 Airline Water Study Names the Most Contaminated Carriers.…
A new study of more than 35,000 samples of water aboard airlines exposes just how bad this persistent problem is—and how little the government is doing to…
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January 29, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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Can using a digital account for currency conversion instead of your bank's exchange rate save you money while traveling in other countries?

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Revolut and Wise: Which Digital Money Service Makes for the Best…
Can using a digital account for currency conversion instead of an ATM's exhange rate save you money while traveling in other countries?
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January 29, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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Starting Sunday, TSA to Charge Travelers Without REAL ID an Extra Fee to Fly

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TSA to Charge Travelers Without REAL ID an Extra Fee to Fly
Still don't have a REAL ID? You'll soon have to pay an extra charge to get through airport security.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Which European Cities Have Great Day Trips for Kids?

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The Best European Cities with Day Trips for Kids
The essential destination for planning the perfect travel excursion. Read candid, AI-free, timely articles from Frommer's travel guide experts, browse…
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January 29, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Countries That Drive on the Left Side of the Road: The Complete List

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Countries That Drive on the Left Side of the Road: The Complete List
All the countries and territories in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, and the South Pacific where you'll need to drive on the left side of the road
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January 29, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Revolut and Wise: Which Digital Money Service Makes for the Best Flexible Travel Tool?

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Revolut and Wise: Which Digital Money Service Makes for the Best…
Can using a digital account for currency conversion instead of an ATM's exhange rate save you money while traveling in other countries?
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January 28, 2026 at 9:48 PM
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Happy first birthday to this post, The Big Lie of Aviation D.E.I.

Incredibly, some people still believe the lie a year later.

It might be time to read them this again.

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#travel #dei #faa #airlines #aviation
The Big Lie of Aviation DEI
The White House claims diversity threatened airline safety. Here’s proof it hasn't.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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It bears repeating that we debunked this lie about DEI in aviation a year ago, but some people are still trying to repeat it.

Read why it’s a lie at this link:

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January 28, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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How to Make Sure You See Moose on an Alaska Cruise

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How to Make Sure You See Moose on an Alaska Cruise
It's not so easy to spot a moose on vacation. They prefer to give humans wide berth. But one cruise line is making sure it happens for its customers.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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You might have seen news that Mayor Zohran Mamdani has banned junk fees.

The actual situation is more nuanced—and more interesting—than that.

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#travel #scams #hotels
NYC Mayor Bans Hotel Junk Fees, or So Headlines Say. Here's What's…
You might have seen news that Mayor Zohran Mamdani has banned junk fees. The actual situation is more nuanced—and more interesting—than that.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Where to See Vintage Route 66 Neon Signs All in One Place

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Where to See Vintage Route 66 Neon Signs All in One Place
This "neon park" along the iconic Mother Road shows off nostalgic roadside signs, restored to their 20th-century glory.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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How to Complain to Marriott or its Brands: Official Phone Numbers and More

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How to Complain to Marriott or its Brands: Official Phone Numbers and…
File your complaint with the global hotel giant Marriott or for one of its many brands using these customer service phone numbers or online options.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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You might have seen news that Mayor Zohran Mamdani has banned junk fees.

Not exactly. The actual situation is more nuanced—and more interesting—than that.

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#travel #scams #nyc #hotels
NYC Mayor Bans Hotel Junk Fees, or So Headlines Say. Here's What's…
You might have seen news that Mayor Zohran Mamdani has banned junk fees. The actual situation is more nuanced than that.
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January 23, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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What Is Aufguss?

It's a Sweaty, Half-Naked Sauna Ritual that's Sweeping the World

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What Is Aufguss? Where to See the Sweaty, Half-Naked Sauna Ritual for…
Combining dance and a cleansing sweat, this European sauna trend is now gaining steam in North America.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:08 AM
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5 of the Best Things to Do in Amsterdam with Kids

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5 of the Best Things to Do in Amsterdam with Kids
It might not be the first place that springs to mind for a kid-friendly vacation, but Amsterdam has tons of interactive museums, historical districts, and…
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January 22, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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How to Save Hundreds on Royal Caribbean's Packages and Excursions

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How to Save Hundreds on Royal Caribbean's Packages and Excursions
If the price quotes for Royal Caribbean's add-ons and packages seem high, use this method to scout for lower deals.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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5 of the best things to do in Amsterdam with kids

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5 of the Best Things to Do in Amsterdam with Kids
It might not be the first place that springs to mind for a kid-friendly vacation, but Amsterdam has tons of interactive museums, historical districts, and…
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January 21, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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If the price quotes for Royal Caribbean's add-ons and packages seem high, use this method to scout for lower deals.

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#cruise #travel #royalcaribbean
How to Save Hundreds on Royal Caribbean's Packages and Excursions
If the price quotes for Royal Caribbean's add-ons and packages seem high, use this method to scout for lower deals.
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January 21, 2026 at 11:07 PM
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The crackdown on power banks is accelerating.

As of this week, on some carriers, you can't use them at all anymore, and there are new limits on wattage.

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More Airlines Restrict Power Banks: Is Your Battery Allowed?
The airlines' crackdown on battery packs is accelerating. You can't use them on Lufthansa flights anymore, and there are new limits on wattage.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:44 PM
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These are the cruise lines that don't allow kids.

You're welcome.

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Which Cruise Lines Are Adults-Only? Your Options for a Kid-Free…
Here are the cruise lines that are adults-only—and some others that might as well be.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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Hate when they try selling you products during a spa treatment?

There's a simple way to prevent it.

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The Simple Thing You Can Do to Prevent the Upsell at a Spa
Aggressive sales tactics kill the relaxing vibe that spa treatments on cruises and at resorts are supposed to be about. Here's how to make sure your next…
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January 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Ultra-low cruise deals usually come with lots of extra charges on the back end.

Here are 12 of the most popular cruise lines—and how many amenities each includes for the base price.

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The True Cost of a “Cheap” Cruise: What Each Major Cruise Line…
All cruises come with a list of complimentary inclusions. Anticipate extra charges with our line-by-line list of a dozen of the most popular cruise lines.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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It's not your imagination. Turbulence is getting more common.

A new list highlights which flight routes get it the worst.

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The World's Most Turbulent Flight Routes Include This U.S. Itinerary
Here's where the bumpiest flights are, according to 2025 turbulence data.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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The World's Most Turbulent Flight Routes Includes This U.S. Itinerary

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The World's Most Turbulent Flight Routes Includes This U.S. Itinerary
Here's where the bumpiest flights are, according to 2025 turbulence data.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:49 PM