My friends beg me to make Joanna Gaines' decadent chocolate-cola cake whenever I host dinner parties

Tech Insider : Business
The author posing with a slice of chocolate cola cake.
My favorite chocolate cake recipe to make for guests is from Joanna Gaines.

Alexa Mellardo

I spent 60 hours traveling on Amtrak trains from New York to Texas. Here are 10 things that surprised me most.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Composite of man smiling on train next to image of Amtrak train
I rode two Amtrak trains on a long-haul journey from New York to Texas.

Michael Rosenthal

I moved from the US to Brazil after losing my job. Despite the intense culture shock, I couldn't be happier with my decision.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
Isaiah stands at the entrance arches of Parque Lage in Rio de Janeiro.
I moved from the US to Brazil and have experienced some culture shocks along the way.

Isaiah Reynolds

After living in Denver for 6 years, I decided it wasn't for me. Now, it's one of my favorite places to visit.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Emily stands in front of a mural that says
I moved out of Denver after six years, but I still love visiting.

Emily Hart

I left California for my dream career in New York. I felt burned out and dissatisfied — so I took success into my own hands.

Tech Insider : Business, Politics, Style
The author posing in New York City.
I moved to New York City for my dream job, but after dealing with burn out, I had to redefine success.

Ruby Ford-Dunker

My grandparents have been married for 54 years. Their relationship has taught me 3 lessons about love I plan to follow.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
The author and her grandparents posing together at Yosemite.
I've learned a lot about relationships from watching my grandparents' marriage.

Sierra Newell

I'm a frequent Amtrak passenger and have traveled in business class and coach. The best seat isn't where you'd expect.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business, Style
People sitting in booth-style seats on an Amtrak train.
When available, I always sit in the café car on Amtrak trains.

Andrea McHugh

I went to the Italian Alps for the Winter Olympics. Here are 6 things that surprised me most about the experience.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Agnes and her husband pose in front of the ski jumps at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
I attended the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno and encountered lots of surprises along the way.

Agnes Groonwald

We're full-time travelers in our 50s who've been to over 50 countries. Here are 5 of the biggest mistakes we've made.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
The author and her husband posing in Paris at night with the Eiffel Tower sparkling in the background.
My husband and I have made some mistakes since we started traveling full-time.

Shelly Peterson

I traveled to 29 states last year. There are 3 I can't wait to go back to — and 2 I probably won't return to anytime soon.

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel, Business
Emily and her husband sit on a bench swing.
After visiting 29 states last year, there are some I can't wait to go back to and others I'd skip next time.

Emily Pogue

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