I've visited over 50 countries by myself. These are the 7 I can't stop thinking about.

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A woman browsing items at a stand in Uzbekistan.
After traveling to over 50 countries, I think Uzbekistan is worth visiting.

Kristin Gillies

I slept in private rooms on overnight trains in the US and Europe. The experiences were completely different, but I'd book both again.

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A composite image of trains stopped at outdoor platforms: a Nightjet at night on the left and an Amtrak during the day on the right
Business Insider's reporter booked overnight train rides on Nightjet and Amtrak trains.

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As a stressed-out mom, I needed a break. I went on a 3-day trip to focus on myself — and it worked.

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The author in Romania
The author took a three-day solo trip to Romania.

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I spent $2,500 to throw my 30th birthday party in a French castle. I have only 1 regret.

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Celina Tolbert had a 30th at a chateau
Celina Tolbert celebrated her 30th birthday at a chateau.

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Flying taxi companies are racing to carry passengers as soon as this year. I've seen all 3 rivals — this is how they compare

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Crowd gathers around Joby electric aircraft on a waterfront landing area with a city skyline behind.
Joby (pictured) and Archer are targeting a 2026 certification.

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

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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

I took a weeklong cruise and didn't check a bag. Here are 10 items I'm glad I packed and 9 things I'll bring next time

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Inside the author's packed suitcase for a cruise
The author packed a backpack and carry-on luggage for a weeklong cruise on board Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas.

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I tried 'the best Cuban sandwich in Miami.' It lived up to the hype.

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sanguich miami cuban sandwich
I tried the Cuban sandwich from Sanguich in Miami, which locals and critics have previously rated the best Cuban sandwich in the city.

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I maxed out a credit card, traded in my car, and still struggled to afford the World Cup. Then I found a WhatsApp group.

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Rory Phillips-Hunter with his fiancée in the stands at the World Cup qualifiers at Hampden Park in Glasgow.
Rory Phillips-Hunter with his fiancée, Victoria Ofsarnie, pre-kick off at the Scotland against Denmark game in November.

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I won salesperson of the year, then used FIRE to walk away — and move to Argentina

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A man hanging on the back of a truck.
Justin Heiter quit his sales job in Washington to move to Buenos Aires.

Provided by Justin Heiter

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