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  • Young man swimming in a lake
    By Joe Orovic 2 days ago

    5 Red Flags That Should Make You Turn Around Before Swimming In A Lake

    Not every lake is safe to swim in, and it's worth learning the warning signs of unsafe conditions before stepping into water that could make you sick.

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  • Airplane bathroom sign
    By Michele Gama Sosa 2 days ago

    These Stealthy Tips Make Going To The Bathroom Mid-Flight Less Of A Hassle

    It happens on every long haul flight: At some point, you'll have to use the bathroom, potentially disturbing your fellow flyers. Here are the best ways to go.

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  • The Empire Builder trains chugs over a trestle bridge in the northwest.
    By Robert Isenberg 3 days ago

    One Of America's Best-Kept Secrets Is A Train From Chicago To Spectacular National Parks

    Discover some of America's jaw-dropping landscapes on this organized tour that travels from the shores of Lake Michigan to five national parks.

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  • Camping tents in the summer sun
    By Jenna Busch 3 days ago

    The Low-Tech Camping Trick To Make A DIY Air Conditioner

    Camping in summer is a beautiful experience, but the brutal heat can compromise the adventure. No worries; this DIY air conditioner hack will save the day.

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  • The interior of a commercial plane, where a man and woman talk over another man, who is stuck in between them in the middle seat and is reading a magazine.
    By Christine Pickering 3 days ago

    Avoid Booking The Dreaded Middle Seat On An Airplane With This Savvy Solo Traveler Hack

    Hate the middle seat on a plane but don't want to pay to reserve a different spot? Try this easy hack shared by frequent fliers on social media.

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  • Woman smiling making travel plans on her phone
    By Jenna Kelley 4 days ago

    5 Ways ChatGPT Can Help You Save Money On Your Next Vacation

    ChatGPT has revolutionized how people plan their vacations. For budget travelers, it has been handy to find the best deals and itineraries to save money.

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  • An unattended or misplaced suitcase at an airport
    By Kirtana Menon 5 days ago

    TSA Wants Travelers To Know About This Underrated Service Most Flyers Never Use

    If you happen to misplace something while going through airport security, this underrated TSA service can help reunite you with your lost belongings.

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  • A person looking at her phone, holding a book, and wearing a backpack
    By Jenna Kelley 5 days ago

    Your iPhone Could Have A Handy Feature That Makes Translating Easier While Traveling

    Apple has introduced an iPhone app that can make traveling to countries where you don't speak the language much easier.

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  • A professional photographer, using a tripod and a DSLR camera, takes a photo of a salt lake at sunset, with the blue sky and clouds reflected in the water surface
    By Christine Pickering 6 days ago

    Why There's No Need To Pack A DSLR Camera For Vacation Anymore

    DSLRs produce excellent image quality but are quite bulky. Is it worth bringing one on your trip? Here's the lowdown on cameras for all types of photographers.

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  • A young traveler plans a vacation by searching for information on her mobile phone and laptop.
    By Christine Pickering 8 days ago

    Rick Steves' Protege Shares When You Should And Shouldn't Use AI For Trip Planning

    Rick Steves' protege, Cameron Hewitt, shares some tips for when you should use AI and when you need to do your own research while planning your next trip.

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  • Amtrak passenger train passing through the woods
    By Rachel Dennis 10 days ago

    Reddit's 5 Best Tips For Scoring The Most Affordable Amtrak Tickets

    Frequent Amtrak travelers and rail travel enthusiasts will find these five Reddit tips on getting inexpensive tickets helpful for inexpensive vacations.

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  • Two happy children with their backs to the camera hold donut floaties as they prepare to run out into the open ocean in front of them.
    By Christine Pickering 10 days ago

    Does Your Bathing Suit Color Really Play A Part In Staying Safe From Sharks In The Ocean?

    Planning a beach or snorkeling trip? Swimsuit color warnings about sharks circulate widely, but ocean safety depends on more than what you wear.

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  • A woman holding a cannoli in a napkin
    By Christine Pickering 10 days ago

    What Italy's 'Useless' Bar Napkins Are Actually Made For

    A trip to Italy isn't complete without visiting a coffee bar, but before you eat your cornetto, learn what the bar napkins are really used for.

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  • A young woman poses in front of Mt. Fuji at an observation deck at Fuji Station, Shizuoka, Japan
    By Sarah Salisbury 11 days ago

    The 10 Most Popular Destinations Abroad For First-Time Travelers, Ranked

    Planning your first international trip can be daunting. Here are some low-barrier countries around the world that offer tons of experiences with less stress.

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  • a blue car on a scenic coastal road with bright blue waters and green mountains on a clear day
    By Kirtana Menon 11 days ago

    We Ranked The 5 Weirdest American Traffic Laws You May Encounter While Traveling

    Planning a cross-state road trip or renting a car somewhere you've never driven? Here are the 5 most bizarre traffic laws you could unintentionally violate.

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  • Passenger looking at an economy ticket in front of plane
    By Tanvi Akhauri 13 days ago

    Things You Didn't Realize You Could Get For Free On Economy Flights

    Economy flights come with more free perks than you think. From food and drinks to comfort extras, here’s what airlines really include with economy tickets.

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  • Queues of people at an airport security area.
    By Lois Mackenzie 14 days ago

    Why Moving To A Shorter Queue At The Airport Could Make TSA Suspicious

    Most of us are desperate to get through the TSA security line quickly, but if you notice a shorter line, you might want to think twice before changing queues.

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  • woman sitting at the gate and looking stressed in an airport
    By Kirtana Menon 14 days ago

    How Early Is Too Early To Get To The Airport Before Your Flight? When Being A Gate Camper Backfires

    Are you a gate camper? If you answered 'yes,' you'll want to know how getting to the airport too early can backfire (and maybe even make you miss your flight).

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  • A young couple enjoying campground food
    By Kristi Roe-Owen 16 days ago

    Tasty Camping Meals That Don't Require Refrigeration

    You might be roughing it in nature for the night when you go camping, but you don't need to skimp on taste when it comes to dining under the stars.

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  • Family enjoying time in an RV
    By Jenna Busch 17 days ago

    5 Cool And Crafty RV Bathroom Shelf Ideas That Maximize Storage Space

    If you're short on space in your RV bathroom, try these simple (and easy to install) shelving tips that maximize the limited room you already have.

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  • A row of bagels with cream cheese
    By Bridget Gleeson 18 days ago

    Why TSA Cautions Travelers To Check Their Bagels Before Going Through Security

    TSA cautions travelers to check their bagels before carrying them through security, not for the bagel but for a reason you might not have thought about.

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  • American Airlines plane docked at Miami
    By Michele Gama Sosa 18 days ago

    11 Airline Secrets They'd Rather You Didn't Discover

    There's a lot that goes on during your flight that you probably don't notice. Here are a few things that passengers should know about their airlines.

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  • Airplane security personnel
    By David McElhinney 18 days ago

    How To Spot An Air Marshal (And Are They Really On Every Flight?)

    Air marshals can be hard to spot, but there are some signs that may suggest one is on your flight, from their luggage to where they sit on the plane.

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  • Golden Bridge in Vietnam
    By Sky Ariella 19 days ago

    9 Underrated Destinations In Asia Perfect For Solo Tourists

    Solo travel is more popular than ever. While there are many Asian countries that are perfect for traveling alone, these offer more off-the-beaten path options.

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  • Momi Resort on the Fijian island of Viti Levu
    By Sarah Salisbury 19 days ago

    10 Rules Every Tourist Needs To Know Before Visiting Fiji

    An all-inclusive resort in Fiji sounds like a dream vacation for many people, but there are still a few things you need to know if you're going there.

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  • An motorhome parked under a star-filled sky in the wilderness
    By Jean Chen Smith 20 days ago

    The Electrician's Tool You'll Always Want To Keep In Your RV, According To Campers

    This simple tools allows you to troubleshoot nearly any RV or camper problem, potentially saving you a lot of time, hassle, and money in replacement parts.

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  • River flowing through a mountainous forest in the Pacific Northwest
    By Emily Frantz 23 days ago

    5 Highly Overrated Destinations In The Pacific Northwest (And Where To Visit Instead)

    From the Tree of Life to Cannon Beach, here are five overrated and often overcrowded spots in the Pacific Northwest you should avoid and five to visit instead.

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