My family of 3 just booked a 6-night Bahamas vacation for $400. Here are our 8 secrets to getting the best travel deals.

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michelle posing in santorini
I've traveled all over the world to destinations like Santorini on a strict budget.

Michelle Maves

I love cruises, but my wife of 33 years doesn't. I've gone on 30 without her — and the arrangement works for us both.

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My wife doesn't enjoy cruises as much as I do so I go alone.

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I've perfected my Costco runs to be under 10 minutes. Here are 11 staples I buy for my family of 4.

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Boxes of Amylu chicken meatballs lined up in rows at Costco.
Because I know exactly what I want to buy, I can be in and out of Costco in under 10 minutes.

Jessica Tzikas

17 little-known facts about 'Friends' even fans might not know

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The director gifted them the trip.

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7 shoes that are in right now and 5 that are out, according to stylists and designers

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It's time to break out the leather loafers.

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I paid $530 for one night in Hawaii's famous pink hotel. I was so excited, but I wouldn't stay there again.

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Royal Hawaiian Pink Hotel exterior
The Royal Hawaiian is a famous hotel in Hawaii.

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I tried 43 of Trader Joe's fall foods, and would buy at least 31 of them again

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trader joe's fall snacks in a cart
Trader Joe's sells an array of festive fall staples.

Savanna Swain-Wilson

6 things you should never do to your nails after a manicure, according to nail artists

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There are quite a few things that can ruin a good manicure.

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I tried 6 different brands of syrup from the grocery store. It's worth paying a little extra for the big names.

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I tried six different brands of pancake syrup.

Paige Bennett

I've traveled to all 50 states. These are the 7 most overrated tourist attractions in the US.

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Emily taking a selfie in front of the Southernmost Point in Key West, Florida, with the ocean in the background.
I wouldn't plan trips around some of the major US tourist attractions.

Emily Hart

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