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:

S1E507 - How to Travel to the 2024 Olympics, a Commemoration of the Korean War at the Library of Congress and Fake Guidebooks Aug 20, 2023

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It's almost, but not quite too late to plan an Olympic vacation for next summer in France. Will Whiston, of On Location (the official tourism partner of the Olympics), gives advice. Then Monica Mohindra of the LOC's Veterans Project discussed new exhibitions there in honor of the 70th anniversary of the Korean War. Finally Pauline talked about how Amazon-users are accidentally buying useless AI-generated guidebooks on that platform.

S1E506 - Cruise Issues in 2023, From Cannabis to Crowds and More Aug 13, 2023

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Frommers.com's Editor in Chief joined Pauline to discuss the legality of weed on the high seas, plus he gave a preview of his upcoming Queen Mary cruise. Then Carolyn Spencer Brown of Cruise Media, discussed strategies for avoiding crowds in port towns, how river cruises are handling low water situations today, and more.

S1E505 - The Wonders of Paris' Père-Lachaise Cemetery, Plus the How To's of Getting Professional Vacation Photos Jul 30, 2023

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Carolyn Campbell, author of "City of Immortals: Père-Lachaise Cemetery in Paris" was our first guest (learn more, or download her app at http://cityofimmortals.com), followed by Nicole Smith, the CEO and Founder of Flytographer

S1E504 - Tattoo Tourism, Wild Swimming, and Weather Guarantees for Campers Jul 23, 2023

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Jordi Lippe-McGraw joined Pauline to talk about where, and how, to travel to get inked. Then the New York Times' Elaine Glusac discussed new tours that allow travelers to swim, safely, for several kilometers in the ocean. Nick Cavanaugh, the CEO of Sensible Weather, was our last guest, discussing how the weather is predicted nowadways, and the money-back guarantees for weather issues that his company is offering outdoor vacationers.

S1E503 - The Downside to High Tech Hotels (w/ Amy Tara Koch), Plus The Best Camping Spots in the USA Jul 16, 2023

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Amy Tara Koch discussed her recent New York Times piece about when "smart tech" in hotels is downright stupid. Then Kevin Long, CEO of the app The Dyrt, discussed how to get spots at sold out campgrounds, and the best places in America to park an RV or pitch a tent.

S1E502 - Size-Inclusive Travel Companies, Online Review Fraud, and Idiots Harassing Wildlife in our National Parks Jul 02, 2023

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Author Carla Sosenko discussed her recent New York Times article on the issues confronting larger travelers, and the new companies that are catering to this clientele. Next we spoke with Kay Dean, founder of Fake Review Watch. Our final guest was Washington Post reporter Andrea Sachs, talking about some of the reasons behind tourist misbehavior in the National Parks.

S1E501 - Hawai'i's Lei Culture and History, a Rewarding Way to Do Good on Vacation, and Traveling Sober Jun 25, 2023

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Meleana Estes, author of the new book "Lei Aloha: Celebrating the Vibrant Flowers and Lei of Hawai'i", was our first guest. Then, Tara Eaton of Not Just Tourists discussed her non-profit's work delivering medical supplies around the globe. Finally, writer Joni Sweet talked about "Sober Curious" vacations, and the many companies that are supporting this type of travel.

S1E500 - TV Star Samantha Brown's Tips for Family Travel, Plus When Refundable Airfares Aren't Refundable and the World's First Commercial Electric Flight Jun 18, 2023

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Samantha Brown shared her top tips for traveling with kids. Then the New York Times' Seth Kugel discussed his latest Tripped Up column, and Tonje Sund, of Norway and SAS, made an important green travel announcement.

S1E499 - Food as a Reflection of a Nation's Culture? Plus a Look at the World's Weirdest Room Service Orders Jun 11, 2023

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Anya Von Bremzen, author of "National Dish: Around the World in Search of Food, History, and the Meaning of Home", was our first guest. Then Melanie Fish, spokesperson for Hotels.com, came on to discuss the findings in their new room service study.

S1E498 - Rocky Mountaineer Musings Plus What's New in Orlando and a Wacky Promo from Days Inn Jun 04, 2023

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Frommers.com's Editor In Chief Jason Cochran talked about his recent research trips aboard an iconic train and to Florida's theme park mecca. Then Days Inn's Anthony Pizzuto discussed the brand's recent partnership with celebrity sidekick Ross Matthews