The Frommer's Travel Show

Episode Notes The author of the best selling "1000 Things to See Before You Die" discusses her new book, which explores the 100 reasons to see the world. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around...

Episode Notes Jason Cochran interviewed Pauline about her recent West Virginia trip. Then, consumer advocate Chris Elliott came on to talk about how travelers can, and can't, get out of all the extra fees hotels and airlines are charging right now. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that...

Episode Notes New York Times columnist Seth Kugel came on to discuss disturbing catfishing incidents on the lodgings giant's platform. Then Nevin Martell, writer for the Washington Post, talked about how to make really long road trips rejuvenating for those driving alone. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyasca...

Episode Notes Frommers.com 's Editor in Chief Jason Cochran joined Pauline to discuss her recent trip along the northern coast of California, and his journey from Iceland to Amsterdam on the debut sailing of the Norwegian Prima. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the...

Episode Notes Veronica Stewart-Frommer, lead singer of the band Melt (and Pauline's daughter—you hear her song at the end of each podcast) came on to discuss New Nordic cuisine, the Grand Hammam of Paris, how to do Nice right, Amsterdam's challenges, and why Copenhagen is the "world's happiest city." Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This p...

Episode Notes Aimee Tucker of NewEngland.com joined us to discuss what areas of that region will be most vibrant in the coming season, and when. Then Sabine Bergmann, one of the founders of the online travel publication Hidden Compass, revealed what their most controversial stories have been, and what makes this exciting new project viable. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other tra...

Episode Notes Jason Cochran started the show, talking about new developments in travel and some of the odder gadgets he like. Then the Wall Street Journal's Jen Murphy discussed how people are helping their health in airport terminals. Finally wine expert Michael Green ( http://MichaelGreen.com ) discussed how to get the most out of winery visits Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our oth...

Episode Notes A.J. Jacobs, author of "The Puzzler: One Man's Quest to Solve the Most Baffling Puzzles Ever from Crosswords to Jigsaws to the Meaning of Life", discussed vacations with a puzzle element. Then the New York Times' Elaine Glusac talked about how airport lounges are proliferating and changing Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world Thi...

Episode Notes Greg McNamee and Amy Silverman, the authors of the just released guidebook Frommer's Arizona, joined Pauline to discuss what's new in the state, its hidden gems and the best ways to do the Grand Canyon. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best...

Episode Notes Bill McGee of the American Economic Liberties Project discusses the roots of USA's airline problems, and the fixes that could make things better. Then Kurt Repanshek of National Parks Traveler discusses his new guide to RVing in the Parks, and gives excellent advice on where to go now. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This po...

Episode Notes Erika Mailman discusses her recent Washington Post piece on the choices travelers need to make before they book an overnight journey on Amtrak (and why the experience has improved). Then Cruise Critic's Managing Editor Chris Gray Faust discussed the pros (big discounts, new ships) and cons (understaffing) of high seas vacations in 2022 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our...

Episode Notes Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com , was the guest today. He and Pauline discussed their recent travels on the high seas, to France, and to the Rolls Royce factory in the U.K. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcast...

Episode Notes Travel writer Beth Harpaz discussed why changing money is no longer necessary in many parts of Europe. Then John Lindley, of the Michigan RV & Campgroun Association, discussed solar powered RV's, and innovations at campgrounds across the United States Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape...

Episode Notes Jessica Nabongo, the first black woman to visit every country on the planet, was our guest today. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are int...

Episode Notes Diana Schwam and Lavinia Spalding, the authors of our just released "Frommer's EasyGuide to New York City" came on to talk food trends, how the history of the city is now being represented, and the particular ways nightlife is different in NOLA than anywhere else in the U.S.A. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is...

Episode Notes Pauline discussed her visit to the brand new Viking Octantis expedition ship, and then welcomed Mel Allen, Editor of Yankee Magazine, to discuss travel in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut in the coming season Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, tha...

Episode Notes Washington Post writer Kate Silver discussed the truly wonderful opportunities that are available with the National Park Service, the Army Corps of Engineers and other departments. Then Sarah O'Brien, of Ark Behavioral Health, talked about sober vacations. Finally, Pauline discussed why it's going to be a surprisingly good summer for Americans to go to Europe and what the new Airbnb...

Episode Notes The New York Times' new "Tripped Up" columnist joined Pauline for a wide ranging discussion. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interest...

Episode Notes The author of the wonderful new travel memoir "A Hard Place to Leave" discussed how to visit difficult places, why destinations are like people, how to travel alone and more. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can fi...

Episode Notes Colleen Kinder, editor of a wonderful new essay collection called "Letter to a Stranger" came on to talk about her rapturous new book—and the variety of human interactions when we travel Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts...

Episode Notes Jeanne Cooper, author of the newly released "Frommer's Hawaii" guidebook, was this week's guest, discussing what's changed in the Aloha State in terms of pricing, lodging options, volunteer vacation opportunities, and more. Also discussed: the best island to pick for different types of vacationers. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the...

Episode Notes Brian Kevin, Editor of "Down East" magazine, and author of the just-released "Frommer's Maine Coast", talked about how Maine weathered the pandemic, why the summer season will start earlier this year, the state's newest parks, its flourishing food and beer scene, and more. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part...

Episode Notes Authors Jess Moss and Kaeli Conforti of the just released "Frommer's EasyGuide to Washington, DC" discussed the myriad of changes the capital has experienced over the last 2 years, and how those will shift the visitor experience. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that bring...

Episode Notes Elizabeth Heath, one of the authors of "Frommer's EasyGuide to Rome, Florence and Venice" gives advice on the new attractions opened during the pandemic, changes coming to "The Boot", and the magic phrase that signals the start of a meal. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, t...

Episode Notes Frommers.com Managing Editor Zac Thompson came aboard first, to discuss the unusually large number of coasters and other rides debuting this year. Then Nate Ritter of Room Steals discussed his new website and Chrome Extension Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings to...