I thought I'd find my soulmate during a year of solo travel — but I met him after I came home
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I worked at Disney World for 2 years. There are 9 things I'd never buy at the parks.
When I worked at Disney World, I found there are things I'd never waste money on at the park, like popcorn buckets, prepackaged candy, and balloons.
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I set out on a 13-day road trip in a van. One of my biggest mistakes was where I parked on my first night.
Business Insider's reporter tried out van life for two weeks. On her first night, she should've found a campsite with phone service.
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Photos show the unique culture of Greenland, the massive ice-covered island Trump wants to acquire
Photos show Greenland's culture, which has both Inuit and Danish influences. Its industry, cuisine, and more are shaped by the weather and history.
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I'm an Air Force veteran who moved to Mexico after living in the US for 42 years. I made the right choice.
Marcia Hylton moved to the US from Jamaica at a young age thinking it'd be her forever home. Years later, it no longer felt like the right fit.
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I never felt at home — until we moved to the Thai island featured in 'White Lotus'
I've built a life in Koh Samui that makes sense. I'm mortgage-free and work because I want to, not because I have to.
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I got a first look at Virgin Atlantic's new luxury LAX Clubhouse. I get why business travelers splurge on the airline's first class.
Virgin Atlantic is opening its newest Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport. Here's an inside look at the bougie interior.
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We stayed at Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort in Oregon for $120 a night. It wasn't all glamorous, but we had a great time.
I planned a trip to Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort in Oregon for my husband's 40th birthday. The lodgings weren't luxurious, but our stay was worth it.
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There are 5 choices I'm really glad I made on my first African safari trip — but one thing I'd skip next time
On my first African safari trip, I'm glad we used a travel agency and took a charter flight to the Serengeti, but I wish we skipped Zanzibar.
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A tourist submarine sank off the Egyptian coast, killing several passengers
The underwater vessel was carrying 45 passengers on a trip to a local coral reef, Russian embassy officials said.
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The most famous restaurant in every state
A scene from "When Harry Met Sally" helped put New York's Katz's Deli on the map. And all over the country, there are equally famous restaurants.
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I went inside the secret airplane rooms where flight attendants and pilots sleep. I'd much rather be a pilot.
While eight flight attendants fit in the hidden rest area on Air New Zealand's Boeing 777s, pilots have amenities like TVs, recliners, and cupholders.
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We lived in Seattle for 12 years. Life looked good on paper, but in reality we were miserable.
Sarah Szczypinski and her husband left Chicago for a high-paying job in Seattle. They had a stunning home and close friends but were unhappy.
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What the boom in 'White Lotus' resorts says about America
More people are spending their PTO time at expensive wellness resorts. It's a sign that Americans are overwhelmed, exhausted, and stressed out.
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His boss gave him an alarm clock for his 7-year work anniversary. It became the catalyst for 3 major life changes.
In Beijing, he finally felt at home. Over the next few years, his strong social connections helped him discover and build a new career path.
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I was on a cruise when they told us to turn off all the lights because of pirates. It won't stop me from cruising again.
Lilly Mcginley was on Cunard's Queen Anne during a pirate alert. She said unexpected events like the attack warning give cruises a sense of adventure.
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A Canadian ski resort is offering an 84% discount on ski passes on April 2 — Trump's 'Liberation Day'
A spokesperson for Mount Norquay Ski Resort in Banff denied that the move was a response to Trump's impending tariffs.
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I booked basic economy flights with Delta and United. They felt like 2 completely different classes.
I took two basic economy flights with United Airlines and Delta. The latter was ultimately cheaper, more comfortable, and had more amenities.
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My partner and I have spent the past 3 years traveling to 25 countries. We get to know new versions of each other in each place.
We met three years ago and have traveled to 25 countries. Supporting each other and communicating well are key to living this way.
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I moved from Hawaii to England for love. It started like a fairy tale but didn't have the happy ending I wanted.
I fell in love with a Brit while studying abroad in the United Kingdom. I left the US to be with him on a tourist visa but hated it and we broke up.
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North Korea's tallest building is an abandoned hotel that has never hosted a single guest. Take a closer look at the 'Hotel of Doom.'
At 1,080 feet, North Korea's Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang is one of the tallest unoccupied buildings in the world.
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I've stayed in luxury accommodations all over the world, but sleeping in a safari tent in Tanzania took 5-star service to a new level
After sleeping in canvas tents across Tanzania's Serengeti for a week, I learned exactly what it's like to stay at a five-star property.
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I've traveled solo for years. My travel essentials include a holy-grail combo for sleeping anywhere and a $5 organizer.
I've spent years going on solo trips without suitcases. I pack essentials like umbrellas to make travel easy and my eye mask helps me sleep anywhere.
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I've been to Las Vegas over 40 times and love it — even as an introvert. These are my 5 best tips for the perfect trip.
I've been to Las Vegas many times as an introvert who doesn't like to party and gamble, and I always have a good time using these travel tips.
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We spent years looking for the perfect US city to live in. After our dream picks let us down, we chose a spot we never expected.
We traveled around America to find the best US city to live in. We visited places such as Austin, San Antonio, Nashville, Los Angeles, and Tucson.
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We guide CEOs through psychedelic mushroom trips. Here's how they say the experience changes them.
The Journeymen Collective guides CEOs and founders through psychedelic mushroom retreats near Vancouver that cost $15,000.
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Trying to convince my husband and 3 teenagers to go backpacking was exhausting. I left them behind instead.
Strangers from all over the country, with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and lifestyles, joined to backpack across Death Valley National Park.
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I live on the Thai island featured in 'White Lotus.' Here's what life on Koh Samui is really like.
Adjusting to life in Thailand presented a few challenges, although the language barrier wasn't as big a deal as I had imagined.
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Gorgeous photos show cherry blossoms in full bloom around the world
Cherry blossom trees drew large crowds in cities around the world, marking the beginning of spring.
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I spent 75 hours on overnight Amtrak trips. I wish I had known 9 things before taking long-haul journeys.
I spent 75 hours traveling in Amtrak sleeper cars and learned some lessons about overnight train journeys the hard way.
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I review cruises as part of my job and have 8 tips for planning your ideal voyage
Going on your first cruise? Be sure to research your ideal ship, pick the best cabin for your needs, and book shows early.
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I've lived in Italy my entire life. There's one gorgeous gem on the Coast of the Gods that I always recommend to tourists.
I love visiting Tropea, Italy, a gorgeous seaside town on the Coast of the Gods. I always find great food in the area and there's so much to do.
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I've lived in Italy for over a year. Here are 7 things I've learned about Italian culture to be a better tourist.
Sema Karaman moved to Italy about a year ago. She shares her culture shocks and awkward moments to help you avoid making the same mistakes.
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I took my 7-year-old to space camp. I got to live out my own childhood dream and bond with my son.
As a kid, I dreamed about going to space camp. As a adult, I made it happen and got a chance to bond with my son over the out-of-this-world experience.
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A United Airlines passenger says a pilot forced him from an airplane bathroom for taking too long. Now he's suing.
Two Jewish passengers have sued United Airlines, TSA, and DHS for alleged discrimination and mistreatment during a flight from Mexico to Texas.
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This 31-year-old woman has been on 76 cruises. Here are her 9 tips for first-time, budget, and crowd-adverse cruisers.
Emma Le Teace has made a career out of her love of cruises. At 31 years old, she's already been on 76 voyages.
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I moved to Italy once at 20 and again at 30. The second time, I entered with a new approach that made all the difference.
Tricia Patras moved to Italy for a second time when she was 30. It was a life changing experience she wasn't expecting.
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Step aside, Aspen. There's a new town aiming to be Colorado's luxury hot spot.
As a $1 billion development comes to completion in Snowmass, Colorado, the town has set out to create a reputation beyond being Aspen's neighbor.
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My great-grandpa promised we'd see the world when I turned 18. He died before we could, so I traveled for both of us.
He died when I was 15, and he wasn't able to show me the world like he promised. Now I travel in his memory.
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I just returned from my second voyage to space on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. The 10-minute trip changed my perspective on life.
Lane Bess, a tech investor and CEO, has now gone to space twice on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. Each time he said it reminded him what really matters.
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I visited Forks, Washington, where the 'Twilight' series takes place. It's surprisingly charming.
I stopped in Forks, Washington, during a trip to Olympic National Park. The "Twilight" series is set here, and I found it to be campy and charming.
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I prefer traveling with my boomer aunt over friends my own age. We plan perfect trips despite our 33-year age gap.
I'm a millennial in my 30s and my aunt is a boomer in her 60s. Instead of going on trips with friends my own age, I prefer to travel with her.
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The 21 most dangerous countries for US tourists
Many tourists love learning about a new place, but some countries are currently dangerous and are on the US government's do-not-travel list.
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I visit a small region in upstate New York whenever I'm craving a taste of the French countryside
When I crave a taste of the French countryside, I visit the Hudson Valley region of New York for fresh cider, beautiful views, and historic charm.
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Airbus' rarest plane is about to fly to more places — here's where you can catch it
People who hope to experience Airbus' ultra-rare A330-800neo can board in about three dozen cities worldwide this year.
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Heathrow Airport delays will cost airlines millions. They got lucky this time.
Travel experts say the chaos could cost airlines hundreds of millions of dollars in lost revenue. Luckily, Heathrow is already restarting flights.
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My family moved from the US to Japan years ago. Living here has been filled with surprising perks, quirks, and challenges.
My American family moved from the US to Okinawa and have now lived in Japan for years. Driving, shopping, and parenting here have surprised me.
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This couple retired and sold their home to live on cruise ships full-time. Here's how they make it work.
Tori Carter and Kirk Rickman sold their home in December 2022 to become full-time cruisers. They've since been on 29 sailings.
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My family has explored every region of the continental United States — but none has wowed us quite like the Midwest
My family of six has been to every region of the United States. The Midwest is our favorite we've visited and we found so many things to do there.
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