I gave up my dream career in NYC to move abroad without a stable job. I miss my old life but don't regret leaving.

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Justine Golata with glass of wine in restaurant
I relocated to Florence after living in New York City for eight years.

Justine Golata

I spent months planning my first trip to Florence. A lot lived up to the hype, but I found some of the best spots after I arrived.

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The writer wearing a white sweater and drinking an Aperol Spritz in Florence, Italy.
I recently visited Florence for the first time with my sister. We found the best spots to eat, drink, and shop.

Morgan Rizzo

I was nervous to take a solo excursion on vacation. The experience turned out to be one of my favorite travel memories.

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Amanda poses in the desert in Morocco.
During a trip to Morocco, I took an excursion by myself.

Amanda Shammas

I paid $35,000 a person for a 10-night ultra-luxury Ritz-Carlton cruise through Japan. Here's what that price got us.

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Our ultra-luxury cruise through Japan aboard Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's Luminara felt special.

David Morris

Interior designers share 10 things in your bedroom to get rid of — and what to replace them with

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Bedroom with teal beadboard, patterned bedding and pillows, simple overhead lamp,
There are easy swaps you can make to upgrade your bedroom.

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Bartenders share 8 underrated cocktails they think customers should order more often

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The hand of a bartender pouring a drink from a cocktail shaker into three short glasses. Glasses of another cocktail are also on the bar.
According to bartenders, there are some cocktails you should consider ordering more often.

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I've been hired as a bridesmaid over 125 times. There are 5 things I made sure I had at my own wedding.

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I planned our simple wedding ceremony in less than a week.

Susan Shek Photography

I've taken solo trips to more than 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without

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nicole jones standing in front of lake with mountains in the background
I've traveled to a lot of countries on my own, and I have a few must-pack travel essentials I take on every trip.

Nicole Jordan

I booked a solo photo shoot on my trip to Paris. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be worth every cent.

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The writer wearing a long, billowy red dress in a corridor in France.
I've never been one to take pictures of myself, but I decided to step outside my comfort zone and book a solo photo shoot.

Rachel Calvo

I ordered burgers at Culver's, Freddy's, and Sonic. The best was also the cheapest.

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Three wrapped burgers from Culver's, Freddy's, and Sonic.
I picked up cheeseburgers from three popular chains in the Midwest: Freddy's, Culver's, and Sonic.

Meredith Schneider

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