I've visited over 50 cities in Europe. London and Paris were great, but these 5 lesser-known locations are worth a visit.

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Dasha leans against a bridge over a river. Behind her are hills with houses on them.
One of my favorite lesser-known locations to travel to is Heidelberg, Germany.

Dasha Kofman

I moved to Madrid to be with my husband. After some convincing, he agreed to relocate to my dream city instead.

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The author looking up and smiling. She's wearing a green V-neck top.
I moved to Madrid to be with my husband, but the city didn't feel like home.

Moriah Costa

I went on a trip to mark 20 years of friendship. It reminded me that romantic relationships aren't the only ones worth cherishing.

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Chloe and her friend hug on the beach at dusk.
I went on a friendship anniversary trip with my best friend.

Chloe Caldwell

I've traveled to all 50 states, but there's only one I'd choose to live in every time

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Emily, wearing a long-sleeved black shirt, a backpack, and a statement necklace, smiles in front of mountains surrounded by grass and trees.
I've been living in Colorado for 10 years.

Emily Hart

I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. These are the 6 tourist hot spots worth visiting and the 2 you can skip.

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An aerial view of a beach at sunset, with houses along the dunes.
In my opinion, the panhandle beaches are popular Florida tourist spots worth visiting.

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I sailed all around Iceland on a small luxury cruise. My $6,500 trip was a surprisingly incredible value.

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beautiful shot of iceland
My $6,500 cruise around Iceland was such a great way to see the country.

Jennifer McGuire

I tried grilled cheese sandwiches from Sonic, Shake Shack, and Five Guys. My favorite was also the least expensive.

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Half of each of the author's grilled cheese sandwiches from Five Guys, Shake Shack, and Sonic arranged on a plate.
Sonic's grilled cheese sandwich offered the best overall value.

Steven John

Forget booking a sightseeing tour. I lived in New York for 20 years, and this $4.50 ferry is the best way to see the city.

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A NYC Ferry traveling on the East River with the Manhattan Bridge and skyscrapers in the background.
As a longtime local, I think the NYC commuter ferry is the best way to sightsee in the city.

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I use my vacations to visit friends and family. My trips are easier, less expensive, and more meaningful.

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The author and her friend posing while on a hike in the Garden of the Gods in Colorado.
I love using my vacations to visit loved ones around the world.

Erin Greenawald

I tried 26 of Cold Stone Creamery's Signature Creations and ranked them from worst to best

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The author outside a Cold Stone Creamery wearing a hat and holding one of the cups of ice cream.
I tried 26 of Cold Stone Creamery's Signature Creations and ranked them from worst to best.

Meredith Schneider

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