I love visiting the 'Venice of America' in Florida. The city is great — just be sure to adjust your expectations.

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Fort Lauderdale Water Taxis crossing on the Intracoastal waterway
Though Fort Lauderdale has been called "Venice of America," I wouldn't call it a dupe for the Italian city. Still, it's worth visiting.

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As a Texas local, I skip the crowds in Austin and head west to a charming nearby city with incredible wineries

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Blue bonnets and poppies in field with lots of green trees near Fredericksburg, Texas
Fredericksburg, Texas, and its surrounding areas have some incredible scenery and wineries.

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My favorite stop on Italy's Amalfi Coast felt like a hidden gem — plus, it was less crowded than spots like Positano

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Author Melanie Gordon smiling at Case Colorate in Vietri Sul Mare
Case Colorate in Vietri Sul Mare

Melanie Gordon

I dreamed of a European vacation — but driving to Canada's Quebec City helped me scratch that itch on a budget

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Plaza in Quebec with statue
plaza

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