I often stay in Airbnbs by myself. My top tip for solo travelers is to book for 2 people — even if it costs more.

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The author enjoys thee morning air and mountain views.

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This stunning South American city probably isn't on your travel bucket list — but it should be

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After a recent trip, I think Valparaíso, Chile, is one of the best cities to visit in South America.

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My husband and I made a conscious decision to say 'yes' to more things. I learned I can handle more.

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The author and her husband at theGreen Man music festival in 2025.
The author said she and her husband pushed themselves to say "yes" to more things this year.

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I've stayed at over 50 hotels in Orlando. Here are the 10 I swear by and will always revisit.

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Four seasons

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By visiting Yellowstone National Park during its busy season, we found great ways to beat crowds and save money

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My wife and I spent four days at Yellowstone National Park during its busiest season. Friends and travel blogs warned us not to visit in the summer, but we found it to be pretty great.

Ash Jurberg

I made 3 mistakes in 48 hours when I visited Berlin for the first time

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Looking back on my first trip to Berlin, I still have a few regrets.

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I never had any desire to visit the Midwest until a fall trip to Wisconsin changed my entire outlook on travel

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I had an amazing time visiting Door County, Wisconsin.

Hayley Hutson

I never had any desire to visit the Midwest until a fall trip to Door County changed my entire outlook on travel

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Author Hayley Hutson walking in Peninsula State Park
I had an amazing time visiting Door County, Wisconsin, in the fall.

Hayley Hutson

I sat next to a 95-year-old solo traveler on an international flight. Now my pen pal, she's taught me a lot about life.

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The writer and her pen pal, Anne, on a flight from Paris to the US.
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I spent my 50th birthday swimming around Greek islands with friends. Even though we were the slowest, it built my confidence.

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Fiona Govan underwater with fish near Greek islands.
Fiona Govan celebrated her 50th birthday by swimming around the Greek islands.

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