4 mistakes you should never make when hosting for the holidays, according to etiquette experts

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There are a few mistakes that should be avoided when hosting for the holidays.

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I visited Japan for a week. From missed experiences to money mistakes, I should've done these 6 things differently.

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Economy reporter Noah Sheidlower visited Yokohama and Tokyo.

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I did my holiday shopping at Walmart and Target. One retailer left me feeling more festive and impressed.

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I didn't see a huge difference in pricing between most items on my list at Walmart and Target, but there's one store I'd rather shop for gifts at.

Terri Peters

We spent 2 years living on the road, with no plans to settle down. Then, a Texas beach town changed our minds.

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We upgraded to Delta One on our 10-hour flight. The trip was so good I didn't want it to end — and I don't like flying.

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Author Mar Yvette smiling, lying down on a plane seat with arms crossed over her head
My husband and I upgraded to Delta One, the airline's international business class, on a long flight. It was the best decision we're willing to make again.

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THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Newsies' 33 years later

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Christian Bale is the breakout star of "Newsies."

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I spent Christmas and New Year's Eve on a cruise with a few family members. I doubt I'd ever do it again.

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Author Erin Yarnall smiling on a cruise in front of a glacier
One year, I spent the holidays sailing past Antarctica on a 22-day cruise with a few of my family members.

Erin Yarnall

I've visited all 50 states. There are 7 cozy cities I always tell people to visit during the winter months.

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Emily stands in the middle of a street lined with shops in Park City, Utah.
Park City, Utah, is one of my favorite US cities to visit in the winter.

Emily Hart

My partner and I went on a 12-month road trip after a year of dating. It was the best thing we could've done.

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Sara Sturek

After years of losing myself and my female friendships, I got divorced. Now, I've built a life I love with my best friend.

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Liz Regalia

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