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  • A happy senior woman with a backpack and trekking poles hikes through a national park.
    By Eva Johnstone 1 day ago

    Seniors Can Grab This Wildly Affordable National Park Pass Years Before Full Retirement Age

    If you love the U.S. national parks and are a citizen or permanent resident almost at retirement age, make sure to grab this affordable national park pass.

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  • Two people camping in the woods with backpacks and equipment around them
    By Jenna Kelley 2 days ago

    The Easy DIY Camping Tip To Waterproof Your Backpack

    Waterproofing your backpack before a camping trip can be an expensive prospect, but there's a way you can waterproof it easily and on a budget.

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  • A woman in Morocco wearing a red scarf and sunglasses
    By Jen Theriault 2 days ago

    The Simple Accessory Rick Steves Recommends Packing To Easily Elevate Any Outfit

    Narrowing down your travel wardrobe staples can be tricky, but according to Rick Steves, this one small accessory can make any outfit more stylish.

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  • A woman sitting on the steps of her camper van and typing on a laptop.
    By Eva Johnstone 3 days ago

    The Crucial RV Park Amenity That Almost Never Works As Advertised

    Before booking a spot at an RV site, do a bit of extra research to ensure this one tricky amenity is actually available during your camping trip.

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  • Line of tourists outside the Louvre
    By Lauren Kershner 3 days ago

    The Underrated Hack For Skipping The Long Entry Lines To The Louvre

    Getting into the Louvre in Paris can take two hours on some days, but this simple (yet underrated) hack will help you skip the line and save time.

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  • A woman washing her hands outside
    By Lindsey Grossman 3 days ago

    DIY A Camping Handwashing Station With These Dollar Tree Essentials

    Keeping clean while camping takes some effort and forethought, but luckily there's an easy Dollar Tree hack to create a simple handwashing station.

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  • A Venice water taxi on the Grand Canal
    By Lucie Grace 3 days ago

    Rick Steves Shares When It's Better To Get A Taxi Instead Of Public Transportation In Venice

    If you're headed to Italy's "Floating City," follow these useful tips from travel expert Rick Steves on using the public transportation system efficiently.

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  • A camping set up with dishes on the table
    By Jenna Kelley 4 days ago

    The Dollar Tree Item For Convenient Dish Drying While Camping With Limited Table Space

    Space comes at an ultra-premium when you're going camping, but luckily there's a dish drying hack that takes up barely any area or weight in your pack or RV.

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  • Buses and Big Ben in London, England
    By Lauren Kershner 4 days ago

    The Best Way To Explore London's Top Attractions Smoothly And Affordably With Only One Day

    Exploring London in one day is easier with a bundled attraction pass that streamlines entry, transportation, and planning across the city's top sights.

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  • Someone sleeping on a plane
    By Jenna Busch 4 days ago

    5 Flight Attendant-Approved Tips For Getting Better Sleep On A Plane

    Flight attendants are experts in making air cabin travel as comfortable as possible, and they have some lifesaving tips to make sleeping on a plane easier.

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  • packing a suitcase with winterwear, toiletries, and other clothing
    By Neha Maheshwari 4 days ago

    This Brilliant Dollar Tree Hack Saves So Much Luggage Space By Compressing Your Clothes

    Packing a bag can be an exercise in frustration, especially if your organizing skills aren't top-notch, but this Dollar Tree item can save you a lot of trouble.

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  • Passport photos printed in a printer
    By Jenna Kelley 5 days ago

    Think Twice Before Wearing These Banned Clothes For Your Passport Photo

    Did you know there are types of clothing that you aren't allowed to wear in your passport photo? These rules are in place for your own safety.

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  • Bikini hanging to dry
    By Emily Frantz 5 days ago

    Rick Steves Swears By This Handy, Lesser-Known Piece Of Travel Tech You Can Get At Walmart

    There's nothing worse than trying to figure out what to do with wet clothes when you're on vacation, but travel expert Rick Steves has the solution.

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  • Car camping with blankets and pillows in back of car
    By Maja Proescholdt 6 days ago

    This Game-Changing DIY Car Camping Hack Keeps Things Dark In The Morning To Sleep In

    Car camping can be more comfortable than you might think, and if you want to ensure your sleeping bunk stays dark, use this hack.

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  • A woman wearing a sunhat stands on the balcony in the morning light.
    By Eva Johnstone 7 days ago

    The World's 5 Countries With The Mildest Climates Year-Round

    Finding a country with a mild climate year-round can be difficult. However, these five are blessed with favorable temperatures, clear skies, and sunshine.

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  • A couple holding hands and hiking in the Lyngen Alps in Norway, their backs toward the camera, with a lake and a mountain range visible in the background.
    By Christine Pickering 7 days ago

    Maximize Your PTO By Planning Your 2026 Travel Around These Strategic Dates

    When planning trips for 2026, consider strategically using your PTO to maximize your time off and allow yourself to take that longer dream vacation.

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  • An Amazon package delivered on a snowy doorstep
    By Barry Peacock 8 days ago

    10 Affordable Winter Travel Finds Under $15 On Amazon

    Traveling in winter comes with its own crop of different must-have items that you should have before your trip. Here are some affordable items on Amazon.

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  • Couple setting up a tent at a campsite
    By Jenna Busch 8 days ago

    A Simple Home Depot Purchase Can Deter Thieves At Your Next Campsite

    Theft can ruin a camping trip, but some simple (and relatively cheap) accessories at Home Depot can help prevent sticky fingers at your campsite.

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  • An older couple with camera and backpacks sightseeing in Europe
    By Kala Barba-Court 8 days ago

    Rick Steves' Easy Tip Could Save Your Bag From Being Pickpocketed In Europe

    Pickpocketing is a reality in some of Europe’s busiest cities, but Rick Steves says there's one easy habit that can dramatically lower your risk.

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  • Skiiers and snowboarders in the mountains
    By Erika W. Smith 9 days ago

    The Genius Reason You Should Always Carry A Pack Of Kool-Aid Skiing Or Snowboarding

    Before a skiing or snowboarding adventure, make sure you take a packet of Kool-Aid with you. Don’t think about it too hard, just trust this expert advice.

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  • Aerial view of Paris, France featuring the River Seine and Eiffel Tower
    By Jen Theriault 9 days ago

    Rick Steves' 5 Best Tips For Planning Your Perfect Europe Itinerary

    Making an itinerary can help you get the most out of your trip to Europe. Follow Rick Steves' advice so you can have a more enjoyable European vacation.

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  • Woman driving a car along a coast and holding a hat outside the window
    By Jenna Kelley 9 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Rental Car Headaches With These Smarter Options

    Rental car companies can be hit or miss, but you can sidestep some hassles (such as hidden fees) with one of these alternative car booking services.

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  • A hand is seen closing an RV cabinet door.
    By Lois Mackenzie 9 days ago

    A Genius Pool Noodle Hack Solves One Of The Biggest Design Flaws Found In RVs

    The list of functions that pool noodles can have is endless, especially for RV users. And there's a hack that might tackle one of their biggest design flaws.

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  • Woman with motion sickness
    By Emily Frantz 9 days ago

    Rick Steves' Protégé Never Travels Without One Small, Handy, And Affordable Tool For Motion Sickness

    Rick Steves' travel writer, Cameron Hewitt, knows that he should always bring these inexpensive (and tiny) tool when traveling to help -- just in case.

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  • Empty seats in an airport waiting lounge
    By Lisandra Moor 10 days ago

    How Accurate Are US State Department Travel Advisories?

    Travel advisories can help assess the safety of a country, and every traveler should know what it means to get one. But, how accurate are they?

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  • A hotel manager and housekeeping staff in a hotel corridor
    By Kala Barba-Court 10 days ago

    Housekeeper's 5 Top Ways To Be A Much Better Hotel Guest

    Staying at a hotel soon? These simple etiquette insights reveal how small guest habits can influence your stay, staff interactions, and overall experience.

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  • Exterior of a self-cleaning public toilet in Europe
    By Maja Proescholdt 10 days ago

    ​​How American Tourists Can Avoid A Humiliating Accident Using Europe's Self-Cleaning Toilets

    Many European cities have self-cleaning toilets on their streets, but if you use one, there's one tip you should note to avoid a humiliating and messy accident.

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