Podcasts about frommers

Frommers.com's Editor in Chief Jason Cochran is on the road to review some of the newest and biggest new attractions in the world. In this episode he gives his review about what works and doesn't work at Universal Studio's new multi-billion dollar theme park. He also gives a rave to the just-opened Victoria and Albert East Storehouse.

Elisabeth Kwak Hefferin, author of the just-released guidebook Frommer's Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks was our first guest, followed by Frommers.com's Editor in Chief Jason Cochran who just returned from a cruise on NCL's newest ship.

Frommers.com columnist, and Economic Liberties Project fellow, William McGee was our first guest, discussing how DOGE's cuts will affect the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. Then Toby Streett, of CBDEEME.com, came on to chat about sleep and travel, specifically what you need to know if you need to fly with products that contain CBD or THC.

Episode Notes Jason Cochran, California resident and Editor in Chief of Frommers.com, was our first guest. Along with Los Angeles travel, he and Pauline discussed identity theft scams that involve travel, and good and bad new developments in New York City. Then Dawn Gilbertson of the Wall Street Journal joined Pauline to discuss how resorts are handling poolside chair issues.

Episode Notes Our Editor's Round Table continues with a discuss of Greenland, Slovenia, Grand Cayman, Hobart, Nashville, Tuscon, and Brixen by the Frommers.com team: Jason Cochran, Zac Thompson and Pauline Frommer.

Episode Notes Pauline Frommer discusses her father's remarkable life and legacy with Frommers.com Editor In Chief Jason Cochran

Episode Notes 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.

Episode Notes 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.

Episode Notes Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com, came on to talk about his recent adventures in Sin City.

Episode Notes First up, Frommers.com columnist William McGee talked about the troubling removal of the human touch from many areas of travel. Then Brian Kevin, author of the just released Frommer's Maine, talked about top art exhibitions, theaters, nature sights, and new hotels and bars in that great state.

Episode Notes Pauline and Frommers.com Editor In Chief Jason Cochran discussed her recent visit to the Azorean Island of Sao Miguel. Then Courtney Tenz discussed her recent Vox article on how to get the most out of visiting a museum or gallery.

Episode Notes Laura Morelli, art historian and author of "Made In Italy", gave advice on how to find real treasures on the road. Then William McGee discussed his latest Frommers.com column which gives a smart analysis about the way forward for the aviation giant and the FAA.

Episode Notes The New York Times' Elaine Glusac discussed what a recent settlement by Visa and Mastercard might mean for loyalty point collectors. She also talked about sustainable vacation rentals. Then Heidi Sarna discussed her recent Frommers.com article on doing river cruises on the Indian subcontinent.

Episode Notes Pauline and Frommers.com Editor In Chief Jason Cochran discussed her recent trip to Naples, Matera, and the Amalfi Coast

We set out to make a Michigan Bucket List show and ended up with a guest list that is all over the map and book-ended by two well-known names, one in the travel industry, and one for abiding while creating an incredible theatrical destination for all to enjoy. We were pleased as punch to confirm an interview with Pauline Frommer. Yes, of that Frommer family, the kind of kings of travel publications. We were interested to hear some of her experiences around Michigan as a travel expert, and what she sees trending in the next few years. She did not disappoint. Frommer is the Co-President of FrommerMedia, Editorial Director of Frommer's Guidebooks, author of the best-selling "Frommer's EasyGuide to New York City" and "Frommer's New York City Day by Day", and co-host of "The Travel Show" You see what I'm saying? This woman is an expert.Then we turn closer to home, and visit with our friend, and radio legend, Mary Ellen Murphy. This award-winning DJ hosts The Morning Show on WGHN in Grand Haven. Passionate about the Tri-Cities region, which also includes Spring Lake and Ferrysburg, Mary Ellen shares her thoughts on 'beach time' plus what she loves about this area. One thing I love about Mary Ellen is her fantastic studio at WGHN, which looks directly out over the Channel and boardwalk in GH. You can see what she sees on their live camera link here. Pro beach-going move: check out their OTHER cam for live beach conditions, so you know before you go.An old friend then calls in, all the way from Savannah Georgia. We first met Matt DeWitt at the bar he used to own in Ishpeming, a little gem of a spot called Brogie's that served one hell of a Bloody Mary. May have been named a top glass by a couple of food writers we know. Anywho, Matt has been having quite an adventure the last few years, working for that crazy baseball team, the Savannah Bananas. We get to hear all about what that's been like, plus what he misses most about the Upper Peninsula. It may, or may not, be a certain sausage. EDIT: I almost forgot! Matt and his wife EV have started a new website, crabrankoons.com. They rank crab rangoons and all derivatives. Yes, you cannot make this up. These are the people we love at Behind the Mitten.Finally our last interview, and yes, it's a big one. Jeff Daniels took time to chat with little old us about his incredible Purple Rose Theatre."Founded in 1991 by acclaimed actor and Chelsea native Jeff Daniels, The Purple Rose Theatre Company is a creative home for theatre artists to define our collective Midwestern voice. It is a place for emerging talent and seasoned professionals to learn more about and to practice their craft; a place for patrons of the arts to laugh, cry, and perhaps even learn something new," according to their website.We learned it is so much more than that, not just to Daniels, but to the Chelsea community that has been truly transformed by its presence over the last thirty years. Daniels' passion for theatre and acting is pretty evident, but what I found most interesting is that The Purple Rose focuses on laughter, the best medicine, and developing hilarious plays from the ground up, all to bring some much-needed joy to our world. How awesome is that?Their newest play had me giggling just reading the summary. Directed by Rhiannon Raglan, and written by David MacGregor, "The Anti Christ Cometh" premiers to the world on March 22 and runs at the theatre through May 25. "The Antichrist Cometh is a comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to enjoy a small dinner party with his loving wife, former college roommate, and his roommate's devoutly religious fiancée? Or will their home-cooked meal usher in the Apocalypse?"Daniels goes a little bit deeper with us, and let me say, this sounds like quite the dinner party, and one you don't want to miss. Remember, it's a comedy! Chelsea is a charming, lively downtown with great restaurants and shopping, so when you go to a show, plan on making a day of it.It was a pleasure talking with Mr. Daniels, who at the end of the day, is just another Michigander like the rest of us. It's his passion for this project, for the Purple Rose and all that it might mean, that sets him apart. We salute his years of hard work building this Michigan gem. Daniels is also a big Lions fan and attended a few games this year, so you know we had to ask him about that. Who could we possibly have on the show next week? Who knows! But stay tuned to Behind the Mitten to find out!Follow John and Amy:Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemittenTwitter at @BehindTheMittenInstagram at @BehindTheMitten

Episode Notes Jon Douglas, author of "500 Ways to Eat Like a Local: A Traveler's Guide to the Regional Foods of the U.S." was our first guest, followed by Gwen Pratesi, a cruise expert who covered the tricks for eating well on cruise ships for us at Frommers.com.

Episode Notes Elaine Glusac, the New York Times' Frugal Traveler Columnist, came on to share the places that can sub in for more pricey destinations. Then Craig Stoltz discussed his new Frommers.com article on E-Bikes and Travel.

Episode Notes Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com, came on to discuss his recent experience on Florida's new Brightline Train (as well as developments in Orlando, and problems with Lyft). Then author Catherine Bennett discussed new European capsule train bunks, and the best train itineraries on that continent.

Episode Notes Reid Bramblett, author of the just-published Frommers.com article on the 10 Best (and Worst) Flight Search Engines gave advice on how to save on different types of bookings. Then Thomas Swick, author of "Falling Into Place: A Story of Love, Poland, and the Making of a Travel Writer", discussed his new memoir

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Wednesday, Dec. 6  WV Tourism gets a big boost on the national (and even international) level. A Greenbrier East High School teacher wins an agriculture award. And take a peek behind the scenes at Green Bank Observatory…on today's daily304. #1 – From METRO NEWS – West Virginia tourism is making great strides in generating an impact that's reaching visitors from across the country and around the world. Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby said the state's direct impact on tourism exceeded $5 billion over the course of 2022, and the overall economic impact exceeded $7 billion in 2022. In addition, the Department of Tourism has reached over 4.5 billion social media impressions, website page views of up to 56%, and have been seen within over 1,000 placements across major travel publications, she added, noting that West Virginia has made tourism lists in Outside Magazine, Travel and Leisure, Conde Nast and Frommers, among others.  Over the fall, Ruby said they partnered up with West Virginia Yeager International Airport to support promotional advancements regarding the new Breeze Airways flights that are now available, particularly marketing more to tourists from Florida where Breeze's main flights come to Charleston from. And, most recently, West Virginia has garnered national attention by providing a tree for the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, creating a new promotional avenue to reach out-of-state visitors, particularly those in Washington D.C. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2023/11/28/west-virginia-tourism-aims-to-continue-expanding-promotional-initiatives-following-recent-success-in-its-reach/   #2 – From THE REAL WV –  Emily Dunkle, who teaches at Greenbrier East High School, has been awarded the prestigious “Turn the Key” Award from the National Association of Agricultural Educators.  The award recognizes top national agricultural educators from across the country, allowing them the opportunity to polish their pedagogical skills on a national stage representing their state.  “I am deeply humbled and privileged to have been chosen as the recipient for this amazing program,” says Dunkle. “Agriculture has always held a special place in my heart, and I am genuinely enthusiastic about advocating for its importance.” The nationwide shortage of teachers is particularly acute among agricultural educators, according to NAEE, and they hope highlighting success stories will encourage more young people to enter and stay in the profession.  Dunkle was to fly to Phoenix last month to accept the award and receive training.  Read more: https://therealwv.com/2023/11/27/dunkle-recognized-among-top-agricultural-educators-in-the-nation/   #3 – From WTRF-TV – Tucked away in the Allegheny Mountain Range in Pocahontas County is the Green Bank Observatory, a historic site designated by the American Physical Society as “the location of some of the most fundamental discoveries in astrophysics and astronomy.” The Green Bank Observatory is home of the Green Bank Telescope, the world's largest, fully steerable radio telescope. Scientists and researchers from NASA and across the world use the telescope. The observatory's telescopes detect readings that are billions of light years away from Earth, according to the facility's website. The GBO says it could even “see” your mobile phone even it was in airplane mode and as far away as Mars. Want to learn more? The facility offers guided tours for the public. Visit www.greenbankobservatory.org to learn more. Read more: https://www.wtrf.com/west-virginia/telescope-in-west-virginia-could-see-your-cellphone-in-airplane-mode-as-as-far-as-mars/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Episode Notes Pauline welcomed fellow Frommers.com editors Jason Cochran and Zac Thompson on to dish about our brand new "Best Places to Go in 2024" article. Then Alyson Johnson of National Geographic discussed their new book "Best of the World: 1000 Destinations of a Lifetime" based on a decade's worth of best places articles

In this episode… Air travel issues have been in the news a lot lately. We are going deep into everything  you need to know to have the best experience possible in airports and with air travel overall. Connect with Angela Batista at AdventuresByAngela.com, on Facebook and on Instagram. Resources: Samantha Brown just released an excellent article, My Ultimate Airport Survival Guide.  Learn more about the Clear Reserve program. Check out Timeshifter's Jet Lag app.  Frommers shared the The 10 Worst Airports in the U.S.  Join Our Community Join the Me and the Magic Facebook community to share your love of solo travel, Disney travel, and more with new friends. Plus, share your thoughts and questions on this episode with the community! Connect with Me Is there a topic you'd like us to discuss? Email Amanda at amanda@meandthemagic.com.   Are you on Instagram? Follow Me and the Magic to see the latest posts, stories, and IGTV.  Subscribe to the Me and the Magic weekly newsletter for exclusive content, including solo travel tips! Me and the Magic has voicemail! Leave a voicemail or text to 1-347-74MAGIC (1-347-746-2442). Share your thoughts about this episode, a future episode topic idea, or just say hi! If you are enjoying the podcast, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could rate and review it on Apple Podcasts. The reviews help other people find this podcast.  Upcoming Events We have two upcoming group trips! Join us for one, or both, of these amazing vacations! In November 2023, we will be sailing on the Disney Fantasy on a Very Merrytime 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise! Click here to learn more and request a free quote! In September 2024, we will be going on a very special Adventures by Disney vacation to Southern California and Disneyland for 6 days / 5 nights! Click here to read more details and request a free quote! Online Shop Buy fun and magical travel and pop culture shirts, including the recently released Loungewear: Parks Edition and more, at our online shop!

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Originally from London, James T. Bartlett has been living in Los Angeles since 2004. In 2012 he published Gourmet Ghosts - Los Angeles, an alternative guide to the history and ghost stories behind some of the city's oldest bars, restaurants and hotels, while 2016's Gourmet Ghosts 2 focused on true crimes that took place at more of L.A.'s notable locations and eateries. The books led to lectures, events, book club hosting, and appearances on radio, podcasts, and television shows including Ghost Adventures and The UnXplained. His most recent book is The Alaskan Blonde: Sex, Secrets, and the Hollywood Story that Shocked America, a true crime book reexamining a scandalous 1953 murder that began in Alaska and ended in Hollywood, while his short story “Death Under the Stars” was included in the recent Sisters in Crime Los Angeles anthology Entertainment To Die For. As a travel and lifestyle journalist and historian, he has written for the Los Angeles Times, BBC, Los Angeles Magazine, ALTA California, High Life, Hemispheres, Westways, Frommers, Crime Reads, American Way, Atlas Obscura, The Guardian, Real Crime, Variety, Whitechapel Journal, History Ireland and Bizarre, among others. You can find out more at www.gourmetghosts.com and www.thealaskanblonde.com

Episode Notes Juliana Shallcross discussed her recent Frommers.com article about how families of 5 and up can get appropriate lodgings for their groups. Then Neil Markey, Co-Founder of Beckley Retreats, a company that arranges holistic well-being retreats that involve the use of psilocybin, talked about the legalities of this type of trip, as well as their personal growth opportunities.

Episode Notes Pauline spoke with Frommers.com Editor in Chief Jason Cochran about some of the biggest developments in travel this past week.

The most popular stories at Frommers.com in 2022 | Frommer's

Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm's partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff's PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it's one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz's own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She's the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides

Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm's partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff's PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it's one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz's own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She's the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides

Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm's partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff's PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it's one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz's own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She's the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides

Kathryn interviews Author Jeffrey Breslow.Starting with a literal bang, Jeffrey Breslow tells the gripping account of how the inventor held his company together after an employee opened fire in the Marvin Glass and Associates conference room in 1976. The gunman killed two of the Chicago firm's partners and an employee and critically wounded two more employees before killing himself. He missed taking a bullet only because the gunman didn't see him. The gunman left behind a hit list of fourteen names. He later learned his name was second on the list. After the shooting, and despite his youth, Breslow's partners voted him in as managing partner. Thrust into leadership by default, he faced incredible challenges, including consoling the families of the victims, dealing with the staff's PTSD, and rebuilding a sense of safety and morale. He spent more than 41 years inventing toys and games including Simon, Operation, Guesstures, the Evel Knievel Motorcycle, Mousetrap, and UNO Attack and is the only toy designer to win the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval twice. He was inducted into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame in 1998 Kathryn also interviews Author Patricia Schultz.Pairing beautiful, transportive color photos with pearls of wisdom, lists, and essential travel tips, Patricia Schultz focuses not on where or when to travel, but on how travel enriches us and why we choose to do it. Leading with the idea that travel is food for the soul, Schultz passionately (and convincingly) makes the case that it's one of the most richly rewarding experiences we can have, whether we travel near or far, in person or virtually. Alongside these evocative images are Schultz's own stories of some of her most rewarding trips, like going in search of the Northern Lights in Alaska's Arctic Circle, exploring Florence in her post-collegiate days, and finding her most lasting memory of a trip to Zimbabwe in a classroom of five-year-olds. She's the NYTimes bestselling author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and has written for the WSJ, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel Weekly and Frommers and Berlitz Travel Guides

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.

Zagat? Fodors? Frommers? Michelin? No, no, and no. Trust the most food-centric culture there is. Every holiday, gathering, birthday, birth, death, and otherwise revolves around food, food, and food. Where could there be more expertise? Check out this lesson about the restaurant review site of China, Dianping. China's answer to prudent caloric value for the kuai. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1004

Episode Notes Nick Hunt, author of "Outlandish: Walking Europe's Unlikely Landscape" discussed his spellbinding new book. Then Pauline counted down the top American destinations for 2022 (see Frommers.com for more details on the list)

The 10 most popular travel stories published at Frommers.com in 2021 | Frommer's

Episode Notes Today's podcast looked at travel in this moment, first with Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com, and then with Boston Globe columnist Christopher Muther, who recently returned from a cruise of the Greek Isles.

This week we are taking you into Rocky Mountain National Park, make sure you bring your hiking shoes and poles, because we are going to be heading off trail for this one. For this episode we are going to be diving deep into the lives of Harold and Toni Henthorn. When the couple first got married and fell in love, things seemed wonderful. Slowly overtime though, red flags begin to emerge in this not so perfect marriage. When they head into the park for their wedding anniversary and Toni mysteriously dies, Harold is the first suspect. But no one could have ever guessed the lies he had told and what his previous life entailed. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episode, bonus content and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook , and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.  Sources: 48 hours: The Accidental Husband (s. 30 e. 46) Daily Mail. People.com. Rolling Stone. Frommers.

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Episode Notes Mike Reiss, a long-time writer of the TV show "The Simpsons" joined Pauline to talk about how his Simpson's affiliation affects his travel (and led to him starting a podcast); and Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com, reported on his recent research trip to Orlando, what's coming for cruising, and developments in New York City

Episode Notes Joining Pauline in conversation are Frommers.com's Jason Cochran, and USA Today writer Larry Bleiburg.

Episode Notes Consumer Advocate Christopher Elliott and Frommers.com Editor In Chief Jason Cochran joined Pauline Frommer for wide-ranging conversations on history, travel regulations, and a whole lot more.

We are once again joined by Jason Cochran, Editor-in-Chief of Frommers.com, who shares the latest travel news and updates as many people once again start to plan trips.

Today's guest-packed show covered a number of topics, including resorts and destinations that are trying to lure families by offering distance learning opportunities (guest Laura Begley Bloom of Forbes.com discussed this topic); air travel in the time of Covid 19 (with Jason Cochran, Editor in Chief of Frommers.com); "regenerative travel" (with Elaine Glusac of the New York Times) and new options for finding campsites (with Melanie Kaplan, who wrote a piece on this topic for the Washington Post). Enjoy!

Today's show dealt with travel to New York City (a discussion by the Frommers), travel etiquette in this pandemic with Thomas Farley (AKA Mister Manners) and a discussion of cairns on hiking trails with Sunny Fitzgerald.

Rosemary McClure, author of Frommer's Yosemite and Neighboring Parks, started the show off today, talking about nature vacations in California. Then Frommers.com Editor-in-Chief Jason Cochran was on to chat about what one needs to know about travel insurance during these pandemic times. Chris Elliott was up next with info on consumer travel issues, and Mel Allen of Yankee Magazine discussed what to expect of fall foliage season in New England this year. The Frommers also discussed a contest they're participating in: the winner could get a vacation in the Napa Valley, redeemable anytime in the next two years.

Pauline broadcast from Traverse City, Michigan today highlighting the socially-distanced, safe fun one can have in beautiful Northern Michigan.

Frommers.com Editor in Chief Jason Cochran was our guest for this hour. He discussed how he went about writing the two Frommer guides he's authored ("Frommer's EasyGuide to London" and "Frommer's EasyGuide to Disney World, Universal and Orlando"), as well as a travel memoir he just published called "Here Lies America").

On today’s show the Frommers spoke with Tim Cahill, noted travel writer and one of the founders of Outside magazine. Among the topics discussed was the oddest thing Cahill has ever eaten (it’s a doozy), how Cahill approaches the subjects he wants to write about, and a bit about why travel can be such a life-changing activity.

On the cover of Frommers.com this week is an article about how road trips will be changing in the near future. So the show was devoted to road trips: best ones you’ve ever taken, and what they may be like in the near future. Jason Cochran and Pauline Frommer also fielded questions about travel to Hawaii, Toronto, and what air travel may be like in the near future (including the likely increase in airfares).

On today’s Travel Show, Pauline Frommer and Jason Cochran discussed some of the top animal-oriented travel experiences they’ve had in the past, from going on safari to swimming with whale sharks. They also fielded a lot of questions about refunds for travel, road trips and Antarctic cruises. The pair also gave a very brief overview of some of the fascinating travel articles one can read on Frommers.com right now

The Frommers started the show with Arthur talking about how travel changed his life, and the lessons he has derived from the activity. Then Josh Gates of Destination Unknown, came on to discuss his travel-centric TV show. Our last guest was from a taping in early March: Julie Weed, discussing her recent article on spa etiquette.We wish all our listeners safety and serenity during these trying times, and we heartily support current stay-at-home orders.

The Frommers talk about everything travelers need to know in the day of the coronavirus, the best ways to spend time as a family, they highlight the best of Texas. Where is the best place to go in the Caribbean?

The Frommers talked about the different type of travelers (primarily solo travelers) who are hitting the road today. Next, they welcomes Frommer's Rome Day by Day author Elizabeth Heath the illuminate hidden gems of that city. Food expert Nevin Martell came on to discuss how to find the best restaurants in every city. And writer Julie Weed also appeared. (Please note that this show was taped in early February)

This week we’re talking about the latest news and trends in the travel world, from the coronavirus to reclining on flights and much more. Jason Cochran, Editor-in-Chief of Frommers.com, joins us once again to chat about what’s new in travel and how to best plan your next adventure.

There were no guests on this week's travel show. Instead, the Frommers spent the entire show discussing Pauline's recent safari in Tanzania (plus her trip to Zanzibar, Tanzania).

The Frommers started the hour by talking about the top trends in travel for the upcoming year, everything from the rise of vegan travel to new types of day tours around the world. Then Meredith Pratt, the author of Frommer's EasyGuide to Washington, DC came on to discuss the ins and outs of planning a capitol vacation. Next up was the NY Times Stephanie Rosenbloom, talking about spending a few DAYS touring Singapore's dazzling airport. And our final guest, Kim Albrecht of SAP Concur, discussed the problems with harassment that women face on the road.

Pauline and Jason began today’s show by discussing the finalists for the 20th slot in Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2020 contest. Those five are: Sonoma County, the Finger Lakes region, Porto, Charleston and Eilat (Israel).  (Make sure to log in to Frommers.com/bestplaces2020 to cast your vote). Several callers called in to discuss their favorites from the list, and Jason and Pauline also discussed best day trips from London; what to see and do in  Turks and Caicos; ethical elephant camps in Thailand; and the current mess currency company Travelex finds itself in. 

This week we chat with Jason Cochran, Editor-in-Chief of Frommers.com about their Where to Go in 2020 list.

Arthur & Pauline Frommer began today's show by discussing Frommers.com new article on which are the Best Places to Go in 2020. To see the entire piece, go to www.frommers.com/bestplaces2020. Then travel writer Jennifer Barger discussed her recent Washington Post piece about taking crafting classes when you travel. Diana Schwam, the author of Frommer's EasyGuide to New Orleans 2020 was up next, to talk about what's new in that fun city.

On today's broadcast, Jon Waterman talked about his new book on the United States' National Parks (published by National Geographic); Natasha Schlesinger of ArtMuse.com discussed touring artist's studios in New York City; and Nicola Wood of U.S. News & World Report presented that publication's findings as to which are the best and worst cruise lines. The show began with Arthur & Pauline discussing Frommers.com's new list of Best Places to Go in 2020 (including the Tokyo Olympics). To see that complete list go to www.frommers.com/bestplaces2020.

Today on the Frommer's Travel Show, Jason Cochran and Pauline Frommer discussed the best gifts for travelers, based on the article they have up on Frommers.com. They also discussed Pauline's recent flight, which required an emergency landing. Jason talked about his visit, this week, to the newest attraction at Galaxy's Edge, the new Star Wars World (Jason explained why its the best ride he's ever tried). And with callers, they talked about taking teenagers to Paris, discounts on Amtrak, issues with Sandals Resort in Jamaica and what you need to know about hacked airfares. 

The Frommers talk with James Bridge of InterExchange about the many possibilities for students, and others, who would like to work legally abroad. Then they welcomed Veronica Stoddart to discuss the best vacations for grandparents traveling with their grandchildren.

Arthur & Pauline talk with Jason Cochran about his new book "Here Lies America: Buried Agendas & Family Secrets at the Tourist Sites Where Bad History Went Down". In the fourth segment, the Frommers welcomed Jackie Snow to talk about her New York Times piece on what one needs to do to pre-plan for a vacation.

The Frommers discuss Pauline's recent trip to Lisbon, Sintra and Porto in Portugal.

The Frommer's Travel Show for Sunday, October 27th, Hour 1. In this episode the Frommers speak with freelance writer Lauren Sloss about e-bike travel; and Christine Sarkis of SmarterTravel.com on how to get better sleep in hotels.

The Frommer's Travel Show for Sunday, October 20th, Hour 1. In this show, the Frommers speak with Pico Iyer about his new book on Japan (at 11 minutes in); and Seth Kugel (18 minutes in) about his editorial for the New York Times on whether or not it is ethical to travel in an era of climate change.

This time, we sat down with Nomadic Matt, real name Matthew Kepnes, a New York Times best selling author who traveled the globe for ten years straight. On this episode, we discuss why Matt does not have a set morning routine, starting conversations with strangers, relationships on the road, maximizing travel time, his new book Ten Years A Nomad and more. Without further ado, here is our wide-ranging, fascinating conversation with Nomadic Matt: Ten Years A Nomad: https://amzn.to/2lKhRzn The Aux: https://www.auxoro.com/theaux Support Auxoro: https://donorbox.org/support-auxoro **Intro/Outro Music: Produced by David Grossfeld Intro song: The London by Travis Scott, J.Cole Mixed and Mastered by Dbsound on Fiverr Sound Design: Matt Grossfeld Episode Art: Landlopers Auxoro main site: https://www.auxoro.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/auxoro/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/auxoromag/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Auxoromag**

When it comes to travel, times have changed. Prices are higher, lines are longer, and a stress-free experience seems unattainable. But there are tricks of the trade that can help ease that stress and let you enjoy your time while traveling. Enter Pauline Frommer. Pauline is editorial director and co-president (with her father, Arthur Frommer) of Frommer Media LLC, which owns the Frommer’s guidebooks and Frommers.com. The Frommer guides have been America’s most popular travel book series since their founding in 1957. Frommers.com gets 3 million unique visitors per month and is the go-to stop for travelers who want to get their information from one of the most experienced names in travel.

  Arthur B. Frommer is a renowned travel writer, consumer advocate, and publisher. He is also the founder of the Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel magazine as well as the Frommer’s series of travel guides. A lawyer by profession, he graduated with honors from Yale Law School and has published numerous books for budget-conscious travelers. Since the 1950s until now, Arthur remains one of the leading and most trusted authorities on budget travel. Pauline Frommer is Arthur’s only daughter and the founding editor of Frommers.com. She is also an award-winning travel writer and the current publisher of Frommers.com. Pauline is also a radio talk show host and the current editorial director of the Frommers Guidebooks. This week’s episode focuses on the golden age of cheap travel, what modest traveling was like many decades prior, and how the travel industry has evolved over the years. Arthur and Pauline discusses how they built their travel guidebook business, the pleasures of traveling modestly and how it can be done, and how they make sure their readers get a rich picture of the options available for them in a particular destination. Pauline and Arthur also emphasized that “Inexpensive travel usually beats expensive travel in terms of pleasure.” Get the full shownotes on the Under30Experiences Blog.

Jason Cochran has been a travel authority and consumer expert for 20 years, starting in 1998 when, on a two-year round-the-world backpacking trip, he created one of the first regular travel blogs in the industry. He is currently Editor-in-Chief of Frommers.com and co-host of the weekly Frommer Travel Show, broadcast on WABC out of New York City.

Ladies! Please join our Be Bold Facebook Group! Today’s conversation is with Pauline Frommer. You likely know that name because, at the very least you are aware of the Frommer Guides, an institution in the world of travel and a media empire started by Pauline’s dad, Arthur. Arthur began publishing guides in 1957 when he wrote a book called Europe on $5 a Day while he was serving in the army in Europe. He returned home to the U.S. but continued writing guidebooks (which was clearly a wise choice!). They just celebrated their 60th year in business and continue to publish high quality print books (and e-books) that utilize top notch journalists—something Pauline is quite proud of. And with good reason. Pauline has her hands full as the Co-President Frommer’s where she oversees the publication of the guidebooks, the Frommers.com website and her two weekly radio shows that she hosts. Her husband calls her the energizer bunny and that she is. She’s a smart woman who, like me, worries about the future of travel and how the information we’re receiving is manipulated by a handful of companies and how that affects our decision making process (or really, lack thereof). It reminded me a little bit of my conversation with Samantha Brown where she talks about her new series on PBS focusing on little known sights and activities in destinations you might not have previously considered visiting. Both of these ladies are really all about trying to provide a unique perspective on destinations. I had the chance to sit down with Pauline at the Travel and Adventure Show in the Bay Area where we were both speaking at the event. It was delightful for me to hear about her background and what led her into the family business (which was not a “given” early on) and also what she sees as the future in travel. Connect with Pauline: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Links/books/people mentioned:Keste Pizza King Features Syndicated Column (Arthur and Pauline) The Travel Show Lonely Planet Trip Advisor Gretchen Rubin Connect with me: Facebook Instagram WanderTours Be Bold Podcast (Facebook) Be Bold Facebook Group (women-only) Twitter Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe then tell a friend! Be Bold, Beth  

Frommers voted Bisbee Arizona one of the best places to go in 2018!  Plus Arizona made gifts at Sibley's West in Chandler, AZ

When your vacation plans are disrupted by a hurricane or other natural disaster, what’s a traveler to do? In this episode of “Get Outta Here,” AP Travel Editor Beth Harpaz talks to travel expert Pauline Frommer of Frommers.com and the famous Frommers travel guidebook series to learn about everything from travel insurance to refunds.

Pauline Frommer is the Co-President, with her father Arthur Frommer, of Frommer Media LLC, publisher of the iconic Frommer guidebooks and Frommers.com.  She is also Editorial Director, and author of Frommer's EasyGuide to New York City 2017 (it has been the best-selling guidebook to the city, in all its iterations, for the past 3.5 years). Pauline hosts a nationally syndicated radio show on travel, and writes an internationally syndicated newspaper column for King Features. Her work has been published in numerous magazines over the years including Budget Travel Magazine, Newsweek, Nick Jr. and Elle. She has won multiple awards for her writing from both the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Society of American Travel Writers. She is the former travel editor for MSNBC.com, a post she occupied for three years. She was also a travel commentator for CNN and CNN's Headline News for four years, during which time she gave weekly reports on travel. You may recognize her face, as Pauline has appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, The O'Reilly Report, MSNBC, FOX, Live with Kelly and Regis, NPR's Talk of the Nation, and every local news station you can name. She lives in New York City with her husband, Columbia University Professor Mahlon Stewart and their two daughters, Veronica and Beatrix. Pauline is just one of the extraordinary guests featured on The One Way Ticket Show. In the podcast, Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket, no coming back! Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Steven's guests have included: Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; Law Professor, Alan Dershowitz; Broadcast Legend, Charles Osgood; International Rescue Committee President & CEO, David Miliband; Grammar Girl, Mignon Fogarty; Journalist-Humorist-Actor Mo Rocca; Film Maker, Muffie Meyer; Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr.; Abercrombie & Kent Founder, Geoffrey Kent, as well as leading photographers, artists, writers and more.

Michelle and I decided to check out the 7th Annual San Francisco Street Food Festival located at Pier 70, industrial side of San Francisco.  We didn’t know what to expect other than having a fat belly at the end of the day… Here’s an excerpt from their website: The San Francisco Street Food Festival features the participant businesses of La Cocina, a groundbreaking food business incubator that has been serving the Bay Area since 2005. In collaboration with Noise Pop and The Midway, this year’s festival will also feature a rotating selection of the minds, hands and palates of the people that make San Francisco the best food city in this country, if not the world. These are the cooks and entrepreneurs, the dreamers and the doers, who put their taste to the test everyday and aspire to share something sincere with everyone they meet. They are who make us smile, they are the ones who make us hunger for more, and they are the ones who inspire us. www.sfstreetfoodfest.com This event was an eye opening experience as it really showed us that San Francisco is a REAL Foodie Destination!  Subscribe, and tell your friends about us!!!  Check us out on iTunes or DestinanationCosmo.Podbean.com! Special Thanks to following Vendors for accommodating us during the event: Gerard’s Paella www.gerardspaella.com ‘Aina ainabrunch.weebly.com Three Babes Bakeshop threebabesbakeshop.com Sugar & Spun www.sugarandspun.com Check them out for Special Events/Catering! Music by: DJ Grumble soundcloud.com/gbeats Thovobeats soundcloud.com/thomas-vos-2 Aso soundcloud.com/aricogle Travel Bug, Travel, Athens, Greece, Destination Cosmo, Traveling Podcast, Video Podcast, Europe, Greece, Athens, San Francisco, Food, Slouvaki, Greek Food, Tim Ferris, Zero to Travel, Rick Steves, Rudy Maxa, Anthony Bourdain, BJJ, MMA, UFC, Adventure, Grand Tour, Walking Tour, Andrew Zimmern, Travel Channel, Fun with Louie, Funny, Joe Rogan, Japan, Tokyo, Budget Travel, Cheap travel, Lonely Planet, Globe Trekker, Frommers, Frommer's, Fodor's, Fodors, Samantha Brown, Sam Brown,

Frommers said "While you weren't looking, Richmond got cool."  Known largely as a historical city, Richmond is making quite the impression on travelers as it branches out and shows that there is much more to be seen.  From a vibrant culture and music scene to many dining options as well, you're going to want to see Richmond and everything that it has for those who love to travel.  Josh Bearman of the band the Hot Seats takes us through and shows us what Richmond has to offer.    

Jason Cochran is an award-winning travel journalist, pop historian, consumer reporter, and Editor-in-Chief of Frommers.com. Introducing Ashley Gold from Hardcore Pawn's New Online Radio Show. Join Ashley every Friday as she discusses the latest trends, fashion, and the hottest topics from the most powerful woman in pawn.

Hear about travel to Orlando, Florida as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jason Cochran who is the editor of Frommers.com and the editor to the Frommer's Guide to Orlando Florida about vacationing in America's favorite destination spot. We talk about Walt Disney World, the increasingly popular Universal Studios, with a mention of some of the other things to do in Orlando.

Hear about travel to Orlando, Florida as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jason Cochran who is the editor of Frommers.com and the editor to the Frommer's Guide to Orlando Florida about vacationing in America's favorite destination spot. We talk about Walt Disney World, the increasingly popular Universal Studios, with a mention of some of the other things to do in Orlando.

Hear about travel to Orlando, Florida as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jason Cochran who is the editor of Frommers.com and the editor to the Frommer's Guide to Orlando Florida about vacationing in America's favorite destination spot. We talk about Walt Disney World, the increasingly popular Universal Studios, with a mention of some of the other things to do in Orlando.

It is my absolute pleasure to bring you the brilliant Jason Cochran. And I mean brilliant, not just in travel, but also his insights about the entire media industry, plus he's a huge history buff. I'm thrilled that Jason & I share a common background as previous editors at Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel magazine, so listen to his tips about traveling on a budget, not getting scammed abroad, & what it's like to work for the legendary Mr. Frommer. I'm also pleased to announce that Jason is the new Editor In Chief of Frommers.com, plus he's written two new guidebooks that will be the flagship publications of Arthur Frommer's relaunch of his new series (the first under his direct editorial control in decades!). Mr. Frommer's new direction for guidebooks will be under $10, less cumbersome, & more opinionated. So make sure to check out the new "EasyGuides" series, especially Jason's guidebook about London due out in November, & his Walt Disney World/Orlando guidebook in January. So congrats to Jason & the entire Frommer's brand! Whomever said guidebooks are dead was sadly mistaken...

This week we review a wide variety of cruise books including the Berlitz, Fodors, Frommers and Rick Steves guides, as well as crew autobiographies and cruise-centric magazines.  Our cruise news features stories from Princess, Royal Caribbean and Carnival.  We also discuss the all-inclusive alcohol package on Carnival further.

Shout-out (and apologies) to Risa from Trekradio.net and Zohner's Mom. We have a full accounting from Vegas, weird tourism ads, and Google is letting everyone go!Feedback:hey guys,I've not yet become a huge fan of the cloud or the idea of storing my personal files online. The only files that I upload are one that I am sharing with others (usually family pictures and videos) via FaceBook or email. Right now the thought of losing files online that I may not get back so easily, just down right scares me.Regards, Mike Headlines:Google doesn't know what to do with MotorolaSo Google buys Frommers instead?The Oatmeal wants to save the Tesla TowerEA throws its weight behind Windows Phone 8This is not helping the fight against violence in video games.... at all...Internet Pro tip #1: Don't open up a naming poll for your next Mountain Dew. Trolls will attack.Quantum Entanglement NIC's, here we come!Samsung had the chance to avoid all these issues with AppleCan't afford a tourism ad? Use Google Streetview!Fast LaneCERN scientists have potentially generated the hottest ever man-made temperature ever: 5.5 trillion degrees. They don’t say if that’s in Fahrenheit, Celsius, or Kelvin but it doesn’t really matter because the same results can come from microwaving a Hot Pocket for more than 3 minutes.The Air Force's latest test of a Mach 5 missile failed when the control fins, which were never meant to go Mach 5, ripped off. The Air Force announced that this was the fastest speed they had ever seen a catastrophic failure happen and it was totally what they intended all along.The Google Play Store now has gift cards you can give people in $10 and $25 amounts. You can give these to your friends who can’t manage to type the word “torrent” into Google itself.Zuke’s Favorite: YOU NEED A GYRO SENSAH!!Zohner’s favorite: The Lego StorySchmidty’s Favorite: 360° view from Curiosity's vantage pointStark’s Favorite: Baby Got Back sung by the movies See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How to use technology to your advantage while traveling. For show notes please visit http://thebit.tv/episode16 twitter - http://www.twitter.com/thebittv website - http://www.thebit.tv

show notesThis Week's Guest Pauline Frommer from Frommers.com WOR710.com Frommers.com/Pauline Bing Travel@paulinefrommerThis Week's News    * Volcanos are blowing up all over    * Media and Social Media Coverage    * KLM Shows How to Use Social Media During Ash crisis, and Air France How Not to    * Norway's Prime Minister runs country from an iPad    * Johnny Jet's Volcano Info    * Year Without a Summer    * Alaska cuts fees on cruisesPicks of the Week    * Gary - Street Food in Bangkok    * Chris - Blue Mickey Microphone    * Jen - Google Mobile App    * Pauline - Guatamala-------------------------------------------------Gary ArndtEverything-Everywhere.com - The Internet's most popular travel blogFacebook: http://Facebook.com/EverythingEverywhereBuzz: http://google.com/profiles/garndtTwitter: http://Twitter.com/EverywhereTrip/----------------------------------------------------------

This month's travel podcast features part two of my interview with guidebook author, publisher, radio host and the founder of the Frommer's travel empire, Arthur Frommer. He talks aboout some of his favorite places to travel and where to find the best travel deals. Also we have just relaunched the website for Travel in 10 at www.travelin10.com . The new site features travel deals, travel contests and more. Please let us know what you think of the new site by commenting on this post. Thanks!

This month's travel podcastfeatures part one of a two-part interview with guidebook author, publisher, radio host and the founder of the Frommer's travel empire, Arthur Frommer. His new book, Ask Arthur Frommer is a guide to everything he has discovered about travelling through his career, from his favorite places to go, how to get there and how to get the best deal. He also talks about why he doesn't like user-review focused travel sites and how he got his start writing guidebooks. Also to celebrate Arthur Frommer being on the show we will be giving away a Frommer's guidebook to one lucky listner! To enter you can: 1) Take our quick listener survey - everyone who takes the survey between now and September 30th, 2009 will be entered to win. 2) You can get a bonus entry by also joining the Travel in 10 group on Facebook between now and September 30th, 2009. On September 30th the names of everyone who took the survey will be entered in a random draw (with an extra bonus entry for anyone who also joined the Facebook Group) and one random winner will have Frommer's 2009 Guide to Alberta sent to them. Enter now! We hope you enjoy today's travel podcast and our travel blog. Please send any questions, comments or suggestions to travelin10@gmail.com Past travel podcasts have included visits to Japan, Mayalsia , Portugal, Africa and other great destinations for adventure travel and luxury vacations. Look for upcoming travel podcasts on Cuba, Vietnam, Singapore, Canada and more great destinations around the world. The Travel in 10 Travel Podcast is one of the most subscribed shows on both itunes and the zune marketplace. Listen on your ipod or zune or watch on the new ipod touch or apple TV.

Arthur Frommer and his daughter Pauline provide advice on how to beat the high gas prices during summer vacation and the latest travel hot spots.