I spent months planning my first trip to Florence. A lot lived up to the hype, but I found some of the best spots after I arrived.

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I recently visited Florence for the first time with my sister. We found the best spots to eat, drink, and shop.

Morgan Rizzo

I was nervous to take a solo excursion on vacation. The experience turned out to be one of my favorite travel memories.

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During a trip to Morocco, I took an excursion by myself.

Amanda Shammas

I paid $35,000 a person for a 10-night ultra-luxury Ritz-Carlton cruise through Japan. Here's what that price got us.

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Our ultra-luxury cruise through Japan aboard Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's Luminara felt special.

David Morris

I moved to Thailand, and it checks almost every box for me — except retirement

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Andre Neveling moved to Thailand in his 40s; it's not where he wants to retire.

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7 surprising things I learned when I booked my first cruise

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The author booked her first cruise with Royal Caribbean.

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I've taken solo trips to more than 22 different countries — here are the 9 things I never travel without

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I've traveled to a lot of countries on my own, and I have a few must-pack travel essentials I take on every trip.

Nicole Jordan

Why you can expect 3-hour lines in some European airports this summer — and what to do about it

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Planning a Euro summer? Bring your patience.

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I booked a solo photo shoot on my trip to Paris. I didn't know what to expect, but it turned out to be worth every cent.

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I've never been one to take pictures of myself, but I decided to step outside my comfort zone and book a solo photo shoot.

Rachel Calvo

'The White Lotus' season 4 will be set in 2 very different hotels. Take a look inside.

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Filming for The White Lotus is taking place at the Hôtel Martinez in Cannes.

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I've been to every hotel on the Las Vegas Strip — but there are just 5 that I'll always return to

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The Flamingo is home to one of my favorite pools in Las Vegas.

Tammy Barr

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