When I went on my first cruise, I did 5 things to save money without cheapening the experience

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A wide shot of the author taking photos on the cruise.
I saved money on my first cruise by opting out of package upgrades and booking an interior cabin.

Waverly Colville

I ate at one of Gordon Ramsay's restaurants for the first time. My $90 dinner let me down, but lunch gave me hope.

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Amanda standing in front of a Ramsay Kitchen sign.
I recently ate at Ramsay's Kitchen in Boston for the first (and second) time.

Amanda Shammas

10 of the most beautiful places in the US, according to someone who's been to all 50 states

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Emily, wearing a backpack covered with patches, looks out at a lake with blue waters and mountains covered in trees.
North Cascades National Park in Washington is one of the most beautiful places I've traveled to.

Emily Hart

I've traveled over 4,500 miles on Amtrak trains. My rides have been better than expected and filled with surprises.

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Malia stands in front of the Amtrak logo on a train.
After traveling over 4,500 miles on Amtrak, I've learned some surprising things about train travel.

Malia Yoshioka

Every single Julia Roberts movie, ranked

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Julia Roberts in a colorful jacket and tie
Julia Roberts.

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I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. My favorite pair was incredibly comfortable.

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Mike wearing jeans from Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.
I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Mike Vulpo

I've been making this simple Ina Garten recipe for almost 20 years. It's easy, nutritious, and a total crowd-pleaser.

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A bowl of roasted shrimp and orzo.
I love making Ina Garten's roasted shrimp and orzo recipe.

Lauren Finney Harden

8 cocktails that will be everywhere this season, according to bartenders

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An espresso martini with chai.
Bartenders weighed in on the fall cocktails they think will be popular this year.

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I've worked at Costco for 20 years. Here are 9 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.

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A composite image of slipper shoes in black and brown colorways on display at Costco, and a hand holding a box of Panera Bread Southwest-style chicken soup.
As a longtime employee, I think Kirkland Signature slippers and Panera Bread Southwest-style chicken soup are two of the best things to get at Costco right now.

Veronica Thatcher

I was born and raised in Hungary. Skip the crowds in Budapest and visit these 5 charming towns instead.

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A wide shot of Szentendre, Hungary, with colorful decorations hanging above the street.
Instead of spending all your time in Budapest, I recommend visiting towns in the Hungarian countryside.

Emese Maczko

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