The Frommer's Travel Show

Pauline Frommer

Since the 1957 publication of Arthur Frommer's (1929-2024) seminal Europe on $5 a Day, the Frommer guidebooks have been America's most trusted travel source. This podcast, hosted by Arthur Frommer's daughter, and President of FrommerMedia LLC, Pauline Frommer, gives listeners the low down on what's happening in the world of travel today. Topics range from the most appealing destinations, to money-saving and enjoyment-enhancing trends, to books and TV shows that bring travel into your daily life, and more. Expect guest appearances by some of the biggest names in travel today, including Samantha Brown, Andrew McCarthy, Frances Mayes, Jason Cochran, travel journalists from the New York Times, the Washington Post, and other publications.

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20 episodes
Updated July 26

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July 26 · 32 min
Peter Greenberg Discusses Maine, Tahiti, and Flying Today
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. If you're enjoying the Frommer's Travel Show, why not subscribe and leave us a nice review? We are so grateful for your support! #Travel @PeterGreenberg #Airfares #Tahiti #Maine #VisitMaine #AcadianNationalPark #MarquesasIslands Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
July 19 · 39 min
Stromboli, Sicily; Chincoteague, VA; The Hebrides off the Coast of Scotland; Michoacan, Mexico; and Antarctica All Via the Wonderful Stories of the newly released “The Best Women’s Travel Writing”.
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
July 12 · 28 min
Credit Card vs. Regular Travel Insurance, Authentic B&B’s and Reading Vacations with Elaine Glusac, Frugal Traveler Columnist for the NY Times.
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
July 5 · 33 min
Fishing Vacations: Advice from Peter Miller, Host of Uncharted Waters on Discovery
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
June 28 · 32 min
Homer's The Odyssey: A Discussion of the World's First Travel Book with Phil Cousineau
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
June 21 · 40 min
An American Revolution Road Trip, Created by PBS Star Darley Newman
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
June 14 · 38 min
Amsterdam Today, Plus a Soupçon of Paris
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
June 7 · 35 min
Antoni Porowski’s Insights Into the Best of London, Paris, and Mexico City
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
May 31 · 33 min
Beyond Shoofly Pie: Rediscovering Lancaster County, PA
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
May 24 · 30 min
A Spotlight on Sugar Land, Texas
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
May 17 · 33 min
Minnesota: What’s New and What’s Always Exciting In This Water-Blessed State
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. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
May 10 · 36 min
Actor/Author Andrew McCarthy Travels the Length of the USA to Learn More About Male Friendship
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
May 3 · 37 min
Dude Ranch Vacations: Their Surprisingly Long History, And Why It’s A Type of Holiday to Consider
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
April 26 · 31 min
The Roots of Asian Food In Europe
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
April 19 · 26 min
Travelling With Your Pet
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
April 13 · 41 min
Untold Stories of the Planet's Most Important Tourist Attractions
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
April 5 · 34 min
Namibia and South Africa—The Adventure Continues
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 Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
March 29 · 29 min
Ghana: What It's Like to Visit Accra and the Cape Coast
This week, Pauline Frommer interviewed her daughter Beatrix Stewart-Frommer about her 3 month sojourn in the city of Accra (while working on a masters degree in Global Health), and her journeys around the country. Mentioned in this episode: Accra The Cape Coast Elmina Castle Kakum National Park Tsenku Waterfall Beach clubs Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
March 22 · 24 min
Affordable Wellness Vacations
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: The New York Times Japan Scandinavia Finland Sweden Iceland Saunas Forest bathing Hot springs Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network
March 15 · 30 min
Jamaica is Back! A Look at the Post-Hurricane Island Paradise
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 Jamaica Negril Ocho Rios Treasure Island Golden Eye Firefly Ian Fleming Noel Coward Bob Marley Kingston Montego Bay Rocky Point (Today's episode was a sponsored podcast.) Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below. Voyascape Podcast Network

The Frommer's Travel Show

Peter Greenberg Discusses Maine, Tahiti, and Flying Today

Stromboli, Sicily; Chincoteague, VA; The Hebrides off the Coast of Scotland; Michoacan, Mexico; and Antarctica All Via the Wonderful Stories of the newly released “The Best Women’s Travel Writing”.

Credit Card vs. Regular Travel Insurance, Authentic B&B’s and Reading Vacations with Elaine Glusac, Frugal Traveler Columnist for the NY Times.

Fishing Vacations: Advice from Peter Miller, Host of Uncharted Waters on Discovery

Homer's The Odyssey: A Discussion of the World's First Travel Book with Phil Cousineau

An American Revolution Road Trip, Created by PBS Star Darley Newman

Amsterdam Today, Plus a Soupçon of Paris

Antoni Porowski’s Insights Into the Best of London, Paris, and Mexico City

Beyond Shoofly Pie: Rediscovering Lancaster County, PA

A Spotlight on Sugar Land, Texas

Minnesota: What’s New and What’s Always Exciting In This Water-Blessed State

Actor/Author Andrew McCarthy Travels the Length of the USA to Learn More About Male Friendship

Dude Ranch Vacations: Their Surprisingly Long History, And Why It’s A Type of Holiday to Consider

The Roots of Asian Food In Europe

Travelling With Your Pet

Untold Stories of the Planet's Most Important Tourist Attractions

Namibia and South Africa—The Adventure Continues

Ghana: What It's Like to Visit Accra and the Cape Coast

Affordable Wellness Vacations

Jamaica is Back! A Look at the Post-Hurricane Island Paradise