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Frommer’s list of the best places to go in 2027 is now out! In today’s episode, the Frommers.com's core staff—Jason Cochran, our Editor-in-chief and Zac Thompson our Managing Editor—discuss five of the destinations chosen. In the coming weeks they, and host Pauline Frommer, will unpack why each of the 15 destinations on the list was given this honor. #Loreto #AustralIslands #Luxor #Miami #ElyNevada

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If you haven’t visited Providence recently, you don’t know what you’re missing! Alexis Gorriaran of the Providence Tourism Council discusses this highly creative, multicultural city’s allures, from spectacular fiery festivals, to award-winning restaurants, to a vibrant art scene. #IlluminatePVD #CreativeCapital. #ThinkPVD #travel #Providence

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

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Laura Lindsay of Skyscanner discusses a recent study that travel booking site undertook, involving some 27,000 travelers. Among the topics discussed: whether travel is slowing down, what destinations are trending, how currency exchange rates are inspiring vacations, plus how music and physical fitness are playing a role in where and how we journey.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Margherita Berti, author of “Italian: History & Culture Through Language” came on to talk about the fascinating history of many Italian phrases and worlds. That includes why you want your friends to be in the “mouth of the wolf”, how different foods are stand ins for important concepts in Italian, what slavery and hello have in common in Italian and much more.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Naomi Arnold and Kate Evans, authors of the just-released "Frommer’s New Zealand” guidebook, don’t pull their punches when it comes to discussing the highlights of their home country—and the pitfalls of visiting. Among the many topics covered, they discussed the ways in which a New Zealand vacation is wildly different from one in Australia; the types of travelers who may enjoy the North Island more than the South Island; the best Maori cultural sights; the Victorian gem that is Oamaru; the surprising reason Auckland will appeal to many travelers; and much, much more.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Gretchen Carlson, founder of the website Chasingadvntr.com, and the popular Substack of the same name, discusses how to bring up children to enjoy travel and the outdoors. Specifically, she talks about how to introduce kids to hiking, when young uns should become part of the pre-vacation decision-making process, and how to get them to “buy in” to the trips you want your family to take. #Travel #FamilyTravel #hiking #AdventureTravel #Outdoors

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

The host of the PBS TV show “Curious Traveler” joined us this week to discuss why #Poland should be on your travel bucket list, especially if you have an interest in tradition Christmas Markets, medieval and modern history, architecture, and the lives of the Polish nobility and Teutonic Knights. #Travel #TravelGram #VisitPoland #Krakow @CuriousTravelerTV

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

The Traverse City Food & Wine Festival is one of the nation's top culinary events and Pauline Frommer was there in late August. In this episode, she discusses the foodie celebrities—like Andrew Zimmern and Ruth Reichl—who got deep about their pasts and passions at the event. She also talks what she learned and experienced at dinners and demos; and tells about a visit to a historic former mental institution in Traverse City that was both spooky and quite moving.

In the course of the broadcast, Pauline also welcomes 4 guests to discuss specific towns in the region, and the ever-expanding Cherry Capital Airport.

First up is Trevor Tkach, President and CEO of the Traverse City Tourism, who talks about the city's surprisingly robust arts scene; its increasingly sophisticated restaurants; and how this spot is protected from extreme weather systems by the Great Lakes.

Next, Paul Beachnau, Executive Director at Visit Gaylord talked about some of the top surprises in his region, from the largest herds of elk west of the Mississippi, to fab winter skiing, to golf courses created by the best known names in the biz.

Amanda Wilkin, Executive Director at Visit Charlevoix, then discussed her town's unusual Mushroom Houses, its appeal to rock hounds, and its prize winning beauty.

Finally Kevin Klein, CEO of the Cherry Capital Airport, spoke about why and how his facility is doubling in size, and what it will soon be like to fly into this splendid part of the country.

Please note: today's episode is a sponsored podcast.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

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Pauline Frommer recently visited Santa Fe for the first time. In today’s podcast, she gives her take on this enthralling city, and then brings in three guests to discuss different aspects of the visitor experience here.

First Nicole Curtis Ammerman, of the Santa Fe School of Cooking discusses how the city’s multicultural and agricultural history shapes what visitors eat today (including the "must try" Santa Fe specialties).

Then Ed Pulsifer, Hotel Historian for La Fonda on the Plaza, talked about that hotel's storied past, from its location on a corner that has hosted some sort of lodging since the mid-1600’s, to its time as a Fred Harvey Hotel, to its role in the Manhattan Project. He also digs into the stories behind the art you’ll see in the hotel today.

Finally Charlie Lockwood, Director of the Museum of International Folk Art, talked about that institutions beloved diorama gallery, and fascinating upcoming and current exhibits, like one of the fantasy coffins of Ghana. #Travel #SantaFe #NewMexico #VisitSantaFe #SantaFeArt #Canyonroad #SouthwestTravel #BucketListTravel @cityofsantafe @lafondasantafe @museumofinternationalfolkart @santafecookingschool. Please note that this episode is a sponsored podcast.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Seth Kugel, the Tripped Up columnist for the New York Times, discusses the ins and outs of involving your credit card company when problems arise with travel, and an increasingly common scam some ride share drivers are perpetrating on customers.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Washington Post Travel Reporter Andrea Sachs discusses how to commune with St. Bernards in Switzerland, Dolly Parton’s visit-worthy new travel stop, and a green new form of transportation in Europe. @Twiliner #StBernards #Dogs #DollyParton #Travel @Dollystennesseantravelstop @barryland

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Laura Kiniry, a contributor to Popular Science Magazine, discusses the scientific reasons temperatures on planes are kept low, and why some people are more prone to motion sickness than others. #travel #aviation #travelgram #motionsickness

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Andrew Motiwalla, founder of the travel company The Good Life Abroad, talks about his innovative program which allows those over the age of 55 to live in top European cities for a month or two, and do so with an inbuilt social network and the help of an onsite community manager. #Travel #HappyRetirement #RetirementLife

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PBS TV host Peter Greenberg’s latest shows “Hidden Maine” and “Hidden Tahiti” will be debuting this fall. He discussed some of the topics they cover on the programs, as well as why airfares are so high right now to just about everywhere.

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#Travel @PeterGreenberg #Airfares #Tahiti #Maine #VisitMaine #AcadianNationalPark #MarquesasIslands

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This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Lavinia Spalding, editor of "The Best Women’s Travel Writing,” discusses how Roxanne Gay, Susan Orlean, Ann Hood, Marcia DeSanctis and others bring the world’s most fascinating destinations to literary life in the 13th edition of this spectacular collection of essays. #Sicily #Chincoteague #Virginia #Hebrides #Michoacan #Mexico #Antarctica #Travel #BookNerd

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Elaine Glusac, New York Times columnist discusses how Bed and Breakfast Inns are changing in the era of Airbnb. She also discusses the how to’s of how to file a travel insurance claim, and which type of insurance to get, plus the boom in reading vacations.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

What should you look in when hiring a captain, and what’s the best way to rent a boat? What are some of the top places to try a fishing vacation for the first time, and what sort of critters should you stalk? How can you make sure you’re doing no harm to the environment when you hit the open seas? How can you get children interested in fishing? Peter Miller, 3 time World Sailfish Champion, and host of the Discovery Network’s documentary series “Uncharted Waters," patiently answered these questions and many more. #fishingholiday, #fishingtravel, #gonefishing, #fishinglife

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

With a blockbuster film on the horizon, Phil Cousineau has written the ideal companion book "The Wisdom of the Odyssey: 24 Life Lessons from Homer's Epic". In this episode, we discuss where you can go to see some of the places where The Odyssey was set, why the book still rings true today, and ways to incorporate mythology and folklore into your own travels. Cousineau is the author of the iconic travel book "The Art of Pilgrimage" and the long-time host of the PBS TV series "Global Spirit".

Mentioned in this episode:

*Homer

*The Illiad

*The Odyssey

*PTSD

*Ithaca

*Corfu

*Athens

*Sicily

*Crete

*Mycenae

*Matt Damon

*Zendaya

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

In her new book “Revolutionary Road Trip: Hidden Stories from America’s Founding Journey”, PBS T.V. host Darley Newman has found a number of vacation-worthy sites and activities that bring history to life. In this episode, she discusses what to see and do in Princeton, New Jersey; Brandywine, Pennsylvania; and Charleston, South Carolina.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Pauline Frommer discusses her recent trip to Amsterdam and Paris with Frommers.com’s Editor In Chief Jason Cochran. The discussion ranged from Amsterdam’s painful World War II history, to 17th century Dutch drinking games, to what it’s like to attend a traditional wedding in Paris, the how to’s of getting into some of the top sights in each city, and much, much more.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Netflix star Antoni Porowski (Queer Eye) has teamed up with National Geographic for a new T.V. show called “Best in the World with Antoni Porowski”. We discussed how the main engineer behind London’s Big Ben keeps it ticking, Paris’ cycling culture and secret historic furniture warehouse, Lucha Libre in Mexico City, and much more.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Lancaster County, PA has a new cultural center, the nation’s premier rock & roll tour hub, compelling historic sites, intriguing 2026 events, and yes, Amish culture, making it a top summer vacation destination. We discussed what’s new, and what’s often overlooked, with Jeff Vasser of Discover Lancaster.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

One of the fastest growing cities in the United States is yet to be discovered by tourists. We talked with Alison Brooks, of Visit Sugar Land, about why it could be a nice addition to any Texas vacation.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Events in Minnesota over the last year have made the state seem like a “no go” zone. But that couldn’t be farther from the truth.

We talked with Visit Minnesota’s Executive Director Lauren Bennett McGinty about why vacationing there this year will not only the support the brave Minnesotans who filled our TV screens over the last 8 months, it could also be the trip of a lifetime.

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Andrew McCarthy, star of such iconic films as Pretty in Pink and Less Than Zero, is also an accomplished travel writer. His latest book “Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America” tells of a roadtrip from New York to California during which McCarthy visited old friends and dropped in on both quirky backwaters and places of historic importance. Along the way, he learns from the men he meets on the road what friendship means and why it’s a crucial element in a well rounded life. Pauline Frommer discusses the book and journey with McCarthy in today’s podcast.

Mentioned in this podcast:

• White Sands National Park
• Point Pleasant, West Virginia
• Wink, Texas
• Clarksdale, Mississippi
• Oxford, Mississippi
• The Blues
• Roy Orbison
• Elvis Presley
• Emmett Till
• Don George
• Book Passage
• Abraham Lincoln
• Oakland, California
• Friendship
• Alzheimers
• Heart Disease

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

The Dude Rancher’s Association is turning 100 years old in 2026. We talked with Bryce Albright, the Executive Director of that organization about how this vacation activity started, the wide variety of ranch vacations that are available today, safety standards, costs, and unusual places to try dude ranching.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Montana
• Wyoming
• Arizona
• California
• New Mexico
• Oregon
• Texas
• Washington State
• Dude Ranching
• Trail Rides
• Horsemanship
• Klondike Ranch
• Absaroka Ranch
• Grand Tetons
• Travel
• Family Travel

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

The latest season of Lucky Chow with Danielle Chang is now available on PBS, and it concentrates on the boom in Asian cuisine, and Asian-influenced restaurants, in some of Europe’s most food-obsessed cities. Pauline Frommer talked with host Danielle Chang about how definitions of authenticity are shifting when it comes to food, how the colonial histories of both France and the United Kingdom have shaped their contemporary food cultures, and why Swedish farmers are now growing a variety of new crops.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Stockholm
• Paris
• London
• Berlin
• Celtuce
• Farm-to-table cuisine
• Chinese Food
• Vietnamese Food
• Sushi
• Food as Art
• Travel
• Foodie Travel

This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

This podcast episode is sponsored by Saily. Saily is an ESIM service app created by the security experts behind NordVPN. Instead of paying absurd daily rates to your home carrier or swapping SIM cards on arrival, Saily gives you flexible prepaid data plans in over 200 destinations worldwide. Download Saily from your app store and use our code FROMMER at checkout to get 15% off your first purchase. https://saily.com/frommers

Danielle Gelfand wrote about the how to’s of taking your dog or cat on the road for the New York Times. She shared some tips with host Pauline Frommer.

#Travel #PetTravel #PetVacations #WeLoveDogs #WeLoveCats

Mentioned in this episode:

• Microchips for pets
• Dr. Michael Q. Bailey
• American Veterinary Medical Association
• Rover.com
• Arizona
• Nevada
• Car Trips
• Pet Proofing Hotel Rooms
• Pet Friendly Hotels
• Mystic, Connecticut
• Stonington, Connecticut
• United States Department of Agriculture
• Wag.com
• Pet Sitters International

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Ronan O’Connell discussed the history, legends, and innovations behind some of the world’s most heavily visited sights. O’Connell is the author of the new book “Hidden in Plain Sight: The Untold Mysteries, Myths, and Marvels of the World’s Most Popular Landmarks”.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Istanbul
• Hagia Sofia
• Singapore
• Gardens by the Bay
• Suptertrees
• Cloud Forests
• Flower Dome
• Dubai
• Burj Kalifa
• Mashrabiya
• Paris
• Mata Hari
• Eiffel Tower

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In the second part of this interview with Beatrix Stewart-Frommer, host Pauline Frommer’s peripatetic daughter, they discussed the highlights of South Africa and Namibia, plus safety issues, food, and whether or not a group tour is necessary for these destinations.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Namibia
• Windhoek
• Sossusvlei
• Etosha National Park
• Swakopmund
• Cape Town
• Cedarburg
• Soweto
• Foxcroft Restaurant
• The Garden Route
• Johannesburg
• G Adventures
• South Africa

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• Accra
• The Cape Coast
• Elmina Castle
• Kakum National Park
• Tsenku Waterfall
• Beach clubs

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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:

1. The New York Times
2. Japan
3. Scandinavia
4. Finland
5. Sweden
6. Iceland
7. Saunas
8. Forest bathing
9. Hot springs

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

1. Jamaica
2. Negril
3. Ocho Rios
4. Treasure Island
5. Golden Eye
6. Firefly
7. Ian Fleming
8. Noel Coward
9. Bob Marley
10. Kingston
11. Montego Bay
12. Rocky Point

(Today's episode was a sponsored podcast.)

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:

1. Meteora, Greece
2. Aruba
3. Antelope Canyon, Arizona
4. Zion National Park, Utah
5. Toronto, Canada

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:

1. Free Solo
2. Taipei 101
3. Outside TV
4. Get a Little Out There With Alex Honnold
5. Yosemite National Park
6. Las Vegas
7. Fort Lauderdale
8. JetBlue
9. United Airlines
10. Goldfield
11. The Car Forest
12. The Clown Motel
13. The Extraterrestrial Museum
14. The Mob Museum

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:

1. The just published Frommer's Spain guidebook is a substantial resource for travelers, meticulously written and edited to ensure accuracy and depth.
2. This podcast emphasizes the importance of responsible tourism, particularly in over-touristed areas like Barcelona and Mallorca.
3. Listeners are encouraged to explore lesser-known regions of Spain, such as Extremadura, which offers rich history and beautiful sights without the crowds.
4. The discussion highlights unique cultural experiences, including a visit to Barcelona's Hospital de Sant Pau, showcasing architectural beauty and historical significance.

Companies, places and people mentioned in this episode:

1. Frommers
2. Prado Museum
3. Barcelona
4. Hospital de Saint Pau
5. Celler de Can Roca
6. Esperit do Roca
7. Vii
8. Casa Bigote
9. La Gitana
10. Jerez
11. San Lucar
12. Costa Brava
13. Girona
14. Ronda
15. Cuenca
16. Philippe Stark
17. Jesus Segura

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:

1. What you see on safari will vary depending on the time of year you go.
2. Knowledgeable travel agents should be used when booking a complex trip like a safari.
3. Unique accommodations, such as bird's nest lodges, tundra buggies, and yurts are a wonderful way to get deeply into nature.
4. The episode encourages listeners to explore outdoor experiences without the necessity of roughing it, promoting comfort in nature.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. Frommer's
2. Miami Herald
3. Society of American Travel Writers
4. Green Safari's Chisa Busanga Camp
5. Tundra Buggy Lodge
6. Blancaneaux Lodge
7. Shinta Mani Wild Lodge
8. Fogo Island Inn
9. Three Camel Lodge
10. Gangtey Lodge

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:

1. The podcast introduces a new coffee table book titled 'Frommer's Comfort in the Wild', which features over one hundred idyllic nature destinations.
2. Jane Wooldridge, the book's author, emphasizes the importance of experiencing nature for health and well being
3. The podcast discusses the evolution of expedition cruises, highlighting their increased comfort and accessibility over recent years.
4. Listeners are encouraged to explore different types of travel experiences, such as treehouse hotels, geodesic dome stays, winery stays, and ranch vacations.
5. The episode concludes with a promise of a part two, as there are many more intriguing travel destinations to explore.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. Frommer's
2. Miami Herald
3. Society of American Travel Writers
4. National Geographic Explorer
5. Lindblad Expeditions
6. Clear Sky Bryce Canyon
7. Seabourn Cruises
8. Lone Mountain Ranch

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:

1. The latest edition of Frommer's New York City guidebook was released this fall, highlighting recent changes and attractions in the city.
2. New York City has exciting new attractions and revamped iconic sites.
3. The introduction of a new observation deck in Times Square offers unique nighttime views.
4. A number of new high-end Caribbean restaurants and innovative wine bars are reshaping the city's culinary scene.
5. .Over half of campers had difficulty finding room at their first choice campgrounds in 2025

Companies, products and websites mentioned in this episode:

1. Frommer's New York City 2026
2. Frommers.com
3. Swarovski Crystal
4. One Times Square
5. The Jewish Museum
6. The Studio Museum of Harlem
7. Sotheby's
8. The Dyrt
9. Toyota Trucks
10. Ha's Snack Bar
11. Sunn's Wine Bar
12. Kabawa
13. Lei Wine Bar (this is the name of the restaurant Pauline couldn't remember)

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:

1. Montana is characterized by vast landscapes and a relatively low population density, which affects visitor experiences.
2. The state has numerous historical sites, including Fort Owen and St. Mary's Mission, which tell of the state's early days.
3. Bannock State Park, a well-preserved ghost town, offers a unique glimpse into Montana's past as the first territorial capital.
4. The Bitterroot Valley is rich in history and outdoor activities, making it an ideal destination for tourists seeking adventure.

Companies and destinations mentioned in this episode:

1. Yellowstone National Park
2. Montana
3. Billings
4. Bozeman
5. Missoula
6. Darby
7. Fort Owen
8. St. Mary's Mission
9. Makoshakea State Park
10. Medicine Rock State Park
11. Carter County Museum
12. Bannock State Park
13. Montana State University
14. Western Montana College
15. North American Indian Days
16. Crow Fair
17. Wild Horse Stampede

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:

1. Zach Helfand's article discusses the evolution of airport lounges from exclusive clubs to more accessible spaces, and the impact of credit card partnerships.
2. Lounges have transformed the airport experience by providing amenities such as truly gourmet food, showers, sleep pods, private security screening and more.
3. During the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines relied heavily on their credit card partnerships, which have proven to be more valuable than traditional ticket sales in sustaining their businesses.
4. The luxurious offerings of international lounges often greatly surpass those found in the United States.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. American Airlines
2. Admirals Club
3. Delta Airlines
4. United Airlines
5. American Express
6. Chase
7. Chase Explorer
8. United Explorer
9. Delta One
10. Priority Pass
11. Air France
12. Danny Meyer
13. Shake Shack
14. Gramercy Tavern
15. Alaine Ducasse

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

Takeaways:

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

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 mentioned in this episode:

• Dollar Flight Club
• Norse Airways
• French Bee
• Delta Airlines
• United Airways
• American Airlines
• Ryanair

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 online.
• The trend of destination bachelor and bachelorette parties has surged, with approximately 80% of couples opting for weekend getaways to celebrate before their weddings.
• BachBoss, a company specializing in planning bachelor and bachelorette parties, was founded by friends who discovered a market need through their own experiences.
• Popular destinations for bachelor and bachelorette parties include Miami, Las Vegas, Cabo, and Tulum, combining luxury experiences with celebratory activities.
• The importance of early planning for destination events cannot be overstated, as venues and accommodations fill up quickly during peak travel seasons.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• Bach Boss
• Frommer's Guides
• The Seattle Travel and Adventure Show

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 poorly in providing accurate travel pricing information.
• Momondo emerged as the top airfare search engine due to its superior price-finding capabilities and filters.
• Google Hotels consistently finds the lowest hotel prices, with Trivago coming in a very close second.
• Some engines surface the fees and taxes that can drastically increase the overall costs but others do not so engaging a VPN can help you more easily see what the end cost will be (and might find you lower prices overall).

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 significance in the flamenco tradition and its artistic vibrancy.
• A side trip to Toledo is the perfect add on to an adventure in Madrid, as it's a very different city, with extraordinary religious heritage, and only 30 minutes away by train

Companies and sights mentioned in this episode:

• Frommers.com
• Melt the band
• DSTAgE Restaurant
• Doppelganger Bar
• Coral de la Moreria
• Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
• El Prado
• Primatial Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption in Toledo

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.com
• spotify.com
• cafe-frida.com
• alchemistclub.com
• tivolivredenburg.nl
• ddrmuseum.de
• neue-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

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 with local communities and their histories.
• The podcast highlights the emergence of social and political walking tours as a means to provide deeper insights into the realities of city life and its challenges.
• Additionally, we examine how these tours can serve as an antidote to overtourism by redistributing visitor traffic to underappreciated areas.
• In the second half Yoda discusses the interplay between different religious traditions in the temples of Japan; how she came to find Shinto teachings helpful while grieving the loss of her parents; and a the story behind a famous mound in Tokyo, that has a surprising history.

Links referenced in this episode:

• newyorktimes.com
• airbnb.com
• planetwonk.com

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 the intricate relationship between Amelia Earhart and her husband, George Putnam, showcasing their collaborative efforts.
• Amelia Earhart's role as an ambassador for aviation was crucial in promoting air travel to women, thereby helping to establish the industry as a viable mode of transportation.
• The podcast highlights the complexities surrounding Amelia Earhart's legacy, suggesting that her ambitious nature and calculated risks played a significant role in her untimely demise.
• Listeners are encouraged to explore the nuances of Amelia Earhart's final flight by listening to tapes of those who know her, available on the Smithsonian website.