I got a discounted premium economy seat by bidding. It made my 10-hour flight better, but I wouldn't pay full price for it.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Kate stands in front of a window at the airport with a carry-on suitcase.
I bid for a seat upgrade on Scandinavian Airlines.

Kate Loweth

I've visited Las Vegas by myself for over 15 years. It's actually one of the best destinations for solo travel.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Las Vegas strip street view with street lights above the street
I don't gamble much, but I always find something fun to do in Las Vegas when I'm alone.

Carly Caramanna

This stunning South American city probably isn't on your travel bucket list — but it should be

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Colorful buildings on a hill, with trees at the top.
After a recent trip, I think Valparaíso, Chile, is one of the best cities to visit in South America.

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I tried cheeseburgers from Shake Shack, McDonald's, and Burger King. There was only one I'd order again.

Tech Insider : Business
Three cheeseburgers next to bags from McDonald's, Burger King, and Shake Shack.
I tried cheeseburgers from McDonald's, Burger King, and Shake Shack.

Tiffany Leigh

I'm a busy mom of 2 toddlers. Here are 11 items from Trader Joe's that always make it into their lunch boxes.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
A composite image of a bento box with an applesauce pouch, cheese, crackers, fruit, and a note that reads
I buy my kids their favorite lunches at Trader Joe's.

Michelle Parmigiani

I tried 24 seasonal fall snacks from Trader Joe's, and I'd buy at least 16 of them again

Tech Insider : Business
Trader Joe's shopping cart filled with fall chips, snacks, and cookies
For years, I've tried all of the fall snack foods I could find at Trader Joe's to find the best picks.

Paige Bennett

I'm a baker who tried to find the best store-bought pumpkin pie. Out of 4 desserts, there are only 2 I'd buy again.

Tech Insider : Business
Four slices of pie on clear-glass plates, in rows of two. The plates sit on a light-brown table with a serving utensil to the left of them.
I compared desserts from Safeway, Costco, Kroger, and Walmart to find the best store-bought pumpkin pie.

Molly Allen

My family goes on a 12-hour road trip every year. These 13 snacks from Trader Joe's get us through the ride.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
A display of three flavors of Chomps at Trader Joe's.
As a mom of three, I think Chomps are one of the best Trader Joe's snacks for a long trip.

Nicole Prince

I've been to all 50 states. I recommend these 7 walkable US cities for anyone traveling without a car.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business, Style
Emily taking a selfie in front of a pink Carmel-by-the-Sea mural.
In my opinion, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is one of the best US cities to visit without a car.

Emily Hart

Etiquette experts share the 6 times you should write a thank-you note — and the 2 times you can skip

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
Close-up of hands holding a thank-you card and envelope.
Etiquette experts weighed in on when you should write thank-you notes.

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