6 mistakes to avoid when decorating for the holidays, according to interior designers

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A living room decorated for Christmas, complete with a tree and presents, a wreath on the wall, and other decorations.
Interior designers shared mistakes you should avoid when decorating your home for the holidays.

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I worried I'd hate living in Portland — but just 5 years later, I've completely fallen in love with the Oregon city

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Author Elizabeth Aldrich smiling at a waterfall
I thought I'd always hate living in Portland, where I grew up. After five years of living here as an adult, it's become my favorite city.

Elizabeth Aldrich

I've been to all 50 states. Here are the 10 best ones to visit during the winter.

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Wyoming - The author posing at the top of Corbet’s Cabin in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
At the top of Corbet’s Cabin in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Katherine Parker-Magyar

3 common mistakes customers make at a wine tasting, according to a server at a winery

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The writer, Katelyn Snodgrass, wears a white cardigan and smiles as she pours white wine into a glass.
While working at a winery, I've seen guests make a few common mistakes.

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My family just stayed at our first all-inclusive resort. I really, really wish we'd done it sooner.

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People in lazy river surrounded by palm tr
My whole family enjoyed our first experience at a big all-inclusive resort, and we'd definitely stay at another.

Christina Valhouli

I took a 5-hour Amtrak ride with a backpack and carry-on. Here are 5 things I'm glad I brought and 3 I wish I'd packed.

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A backpack and suitcase on an Amtrak train track.
I brought some of my favorite things on my long Amtrak train ride.

Amanda Shammas

9 mistakes to avoid making at a work event, according to etiquette experts

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An illustration presenting a scene from a work holiday party showing some of the mistakes to avoid when attending
According to etiquette experts, there are a few things you should never do at a work event.

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I tried 6 brands of packaged chocolate-chip cookies, and I was most disappointed by a cult-favorite

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packages of different store-bought chocolate chip cookies
I put store-bought chocolate-chip cookies to the test, looking to brands like Pillsbury, Kroger, Pepperidge Farm, Tate's Bake Shop, Chips Ahoy, and Keebler.

Paige Bennett

I live in France. This little-known seaside town is as charming as other famous French Riviera spots and less pretentious.

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Author Rachel Hosie in Sanary-sur-Mer
I've fallen in love with the charm and beauty of Sanary-sur-Mer, a small coastal town in France.

Rachel Hosie

I've been a military spouse for 7 years. It's harder than I ever could've imagined.

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Author Allie Hubers and her partner in college
I've been married to an Air Force officer for years, and I never could've imagined how challenging and unpredictable our life would be.

Allie Hubers

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