The Frommer's Travel Show

New York Times columnist Seth Kugel came on to discuss disturbing catfishing incidents on the lodgings giant's platform. Then Nevin Martell, writer for the Washington Post, talked about how to make really long road trips rejuvenating for those driving alone.

Frommers.com's Editor in Chief Jason Cochran joined Pauline to discuss her recent trip along the northern coast of California, and his journey from Iceland to Amsterdam on the debut sailing of the Norwegian Prima.

Veronica Stewart-Frommer, lead singer of the band Melt (and Pauline's daughter—you hear her song at the end of each podcast) came on to discuss New Nordic cuisine, the Grand Hammam of Paris, how to do Nice right, Amsterdam's challenges, and why Copenhagen is the "world's happiest city."

Aimee Tucker of NewEngland.com joined us to discuss what areas of that region will be most vibrant in the coming season, and when. Then Sabine Bergmann, one of the founders of the online travel publication Hidden Compass, revealed what their most controversial stories have been, and what makes this exciting new project viable.

Jason Cochran started the show, talking about new developments in travel and some of the odder gadgets he like. Then the Wall Street Journal's Jen Murphy discussed how people are helping their health in airport terminals. Finally wine expert Michael Green (http://MichaelGreen.com) discussed how to get the most out of winery visits

A.J. Jacobs, author of "The Puzzler: One Man's Quest to Solve the Most Baffling Puzzles Ever from Crosswords to Jigsaws to the Meaning of Life", discussed vacations with a puzzle element. Then the New York Times' Elaine Glusac talked about how airport lounges are proliferating and changing

Greg McNamee and Amy Silverman, the authors of the just released guidebook Frommer's Arizona, joined Pauline to discuss what's new in the state, its hidden gems and the best ways to do the Grand Canyon.

Bill McGee of the American Economic Liberties Project discusses the roots of USA's airline problems, and the fixes that could make things better. Then Kurt Repanshek of National Parks Traveler discusses his new guide to RVing in the Parks, and gives excellent advice on where to go now.

Erika Mailman discusses her recent Washington Post piece on the choices travelers need to make before they book an overnight journey on Amtrak (and why the experience has improved). Then Cruise Critic's Managing Editor Chris Gray Faust discussed the pros (big discounts, new ships) and cons (understaffing) of high seas vacations in 2022

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.