Arthur Frommer, Pioneer of Budget Travel Guides, Passes Away at 95
Arthur Frommer, the American travel writer and publisher known for revolutionizing budget travel with guides like ‘Europe on $5 a Day,’ has died at the age of 95. His daughter, Pauline, noted that he democratized travel for the average American, showing that enriching experiences were achievable without luxury. Raised during the Great Depression, Frommer served in military intelligence during the Cold War and began his travel writing to assist fellow soldiers. His legacy continues as a champion for affordable and authentic travel experiences.