Places & Travel
**The Frommer’s Travel Show**

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 the New York Times, the Washington Post, and other publications.

Latest Episodes:

S1E557 - Important Authors' Homes: Why and How to Visit Them. Plus Are Airline Loyalty Programs Pyramid Schemes? Oct 06, 2024

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Tess Chakkalakal and Brock Clarke of the Dead Writers Podcast were our first guests, arguing (between themselves) about whether or not you should make pilgrimages to the homes of authors you like. This was followed by Frommers.com columnist Bill McGee, discussing why air miles are not as useful as they used to be and what the Department of Transportation is doing about that.

S1E556 - Fewer Pat Downs, More Laughs at the Airport Sep 29, 2024

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David Pekoske, Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, was our first guest, on to discuss the technical and diplomatic innovations that will be making airport security more effective, and less invasive for passengers. Then Vera Santamaria, show runner for Hulu's new airport-set comedy "How to Die Alone," talked about how the show recreates the inner workings of JFK.

S1E555 - New England's "Unprecedented" Leaf Peeping Season This Year, Plus What's Ahead for Ski Vacations in 2024/25 Sep 22, 2024

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Jim Salge, Foliage Expert for Yankee Magazine, Came On to Discuss What He Can, and Can't, Predict This Year. Then the Washington Post's Andrea Sachs Talked About New Developments at Ski Resorts Across the United States.

S1E554 - London in 2025 Plus A Non-Safari Way to Tour Kenya Sep 15, 2024

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Jason Cochran, author of the just released guidebook Frommer's London, discussed how to visit affordably, recent changes the city has seen, and London's sizzling theater scene. Then Alex Kamau, founder of Let's Drift, talked about how international travelers can do daylong experiences with Kenyans when in country.

S1E553 - Bangkok to Barcelona on Foot Sep 08, 2024

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Jenn Baljko and her parter Lluis discussed their multiyear journey and the documentary that came from it.

S1E552 - How to Get a Free Cruise, Controversial Florida Plans and Bye Bye Passport Stamps Sep 01, 2024

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Frommers.com's Editor in Chief Jason Cochan talked about unwanted changes coming to Sunshine State vacations, then author Tamara Hinson discussed the way some cruisers are snagging free cabins.

S1E551 - Relocation Deals on RV's and Rental Cars, Plus a Stellar Greek Opportunity Aug 25, 2024

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Iconic travel writer Don George discussed the adventure he'll soon be leading to Greece, and the New York Times' Frugal Traveler columnist Elaine Glusac talked about how to get a 90% discount on vehicle rentals.

S1E550 - Hellish Destinations....That Make for Great Vacations Aug 19, 2024

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Erika Engelhaupt, author of "Go to Hell: A Traveler's Guide to Earth's Most Otherworldly Destinations" was our guest today.

S1E549 - Rome in 2024 & 2025: Challenges and Rewards. Plus the Texan City the United Nations Thinks Is Cooking Up Some of the Most Culturally Significant Food in the U.S.A. Aug 11, 2024

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What's new in the Eternal City, how the Jubilee celebrations will impact travel, and more with Elizabeth Heath, author of the just released guidebook Frommer's Rome Day by Day. Plus journalist Veronica Stoddart discussed the unique cuisine of a very unique city.

S1E548 - Floating Vacations Jul 28, 2024

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Lauren Sloss, author of the article "How to Charter a Boat" for the New York Times, was our first guest, followed by Frommers.com author Gwen Pratesi who talking about passport-free cruises, the latest ships from Princess Cruises and Silversea, and more.