I'm an American who has visited Scotland around a dozen times. Here are the 3 biggest mistakes I see tourists make.

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Helene Sula is a travel blogger from Texas.

Helene Sula

CEO of Nigeria's Air Peace charged in US with obstructing investigation into $20 million fraud probe

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An Air Peace aircraft during takeoff.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle traveled on Air Peace during a tour of Nigeria this year.

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I'm a single mom to a toddler and only book luxury resorts for us. It allows me to also enjoy our vacation.

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The author books luxury resorts to go to with her toddler instead of family-friendly resorts.

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I've been to Disney World dozens of times. Its dining plan is a great value for families like ours — especially when offered for free.

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We'll definitely plan future Disney trips around promotions with free dining plans.

Matt Cabral

I've cruised on one of Norwegian's smallest ships and one of its biggest. I'd only sail on one of them again.

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A selfie of the author on Norwegian Sky.

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I spent 2 hours in a Jackson Hole vacation home that costs over $10 million. Check out the ultra-luxury details.

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The exterior of a large, long house made of wood and concrete with an outdoor patio and nine lawn chairs in a green field with trees on the left and right with mountains in the background
A luxury vacation home in Jackson, Wyoming, is available for co-ownership through Pacaso.

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I flew on a British Airways A380 in economy and premium economy. Upgrading isn't really worth it.

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The author in economy class, and a British Airways Airbus A380.

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As a single mom, finances can be tight. Taking my son to Legoland was a good way to teach him about money.

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A mom takes her family to LegoLand and they lean over an exhibit to see a lego town.

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I've traveled to over 40 countries and have the best experiences when I don't make a detailed itinerary

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Melissa staring out at a mountain in Nepal as the sun shines over it.
Not relying on an itinerary allows me to have much more freedom during my travels.

Melissa Noble

These are the 10 dirtiest cruise ships, according to the CDC — including an ultra-luxury vessel

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Hanseatic Inspiration at sea
The CDC randomly inspects cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. So far, in 2024, two ships have failed to receive a passing score.

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