I spent 53 hours on Amtrak's longest train. These were the 6 best and 4 worst parts of the journey.

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The author took Amtrak's California Zephyr train from Chicago to Emeryville, California.

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The CEO of America’s most powerful surveillance company spent $200 million on places nobody can find him

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Alex Karp, the co-founder and chief executive of Palantir Technologies, has quietly assembled a real estate portfolio worth more than $200 million across a reported 20 properties worldwide. The common thread is seclusion: a former monastery in the Colorado mountains, a rural compound in New Hampshire, and a pair of mansions on a gated Miami island. […]

Taylor Swift's top-secret wedding guest list is turning people into sleuths

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pictured at a game between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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I never thought I could live in a tiny home. Staying in a 250-square-foot Airbnb changed my mind.

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The reporter spent two nights in a tiny home Airbnb in Miami.

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'Botox once a quarter. That's non-negotiable': Luxury realtors break down what they're spending on their appearance — and why

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Business Insider spoke to seven luxury real-estate agents across the country about what they spend to look good on the job.

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I regret visiting 6 different places during my 2-week trip to Europe. Next time, I'm choosing quality over quantity.

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Business Insider's reporter took a two-week backpacking trip through six cities in four European countries.

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Seasoned cruisers say you should know these 8 things before setting foot on your first cruise

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Seasoned cruisers' tips for first-timers can save you money and help you make the most of your trip.

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A couple turned their starter house into their forever home for $500,000

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Olivia DiBona and Christos Koci renovated their house to make it their long-term home.

Olivia DiBona

I've been a chef for over 15 years. Here are my 6 tips for making perfect, juicy burgers.

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Making a delicious, juicy burger might be easier than you think.

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A woman and her siblings never moved out of their mom's house. Now, 11 relatives live under one roof — and love it.

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Brianna Wilson lives with her husband, children, mom, and siblings.

Brianna Wilson

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