I skip the Hamptons and head to a coastal town in Connecticut instead. It's less crowded and wonderful year-round.

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I traded my weekends in the Hamptons for some great times in Madison, Connecticut.

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The most iconic barbecue joint in every state

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From roadside shacks to barbecue institutions, here's the most iconic barbecue joint in every state.

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After years abroad, they retired in Thailand instead of returning to the US. They pay $870 for a 3-bedroom.

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After living abroad for eight years, Kevin Elliott and his wife, Camille, decided to retire in Thailand rather than return to the US.

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I was burned out postpartum. A trip taught me how to embrace community and changed how I parent.

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The author says a two-month trip to India made her realize she needed community.

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The best college in every US state

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Princeton University was ranked as the best college in the US in 2026 by US News & World Report.

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I'm a New Yorker who visited Phoenix for the first time, and 8 things surprised me

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From hiking trails to the downtown area, there's a lot to love about Phoenix.

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My 14-year-old son wants to study abroad. He may be ready — but I'm not.

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The author's son, 14, loves traveling.

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My husband and I took our first solo vacation. It was romantic, but I missed my son.

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The author and her husband went on a solo trip and she missed her son.

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My dad died of cancer at 58. My family used some of his insurance money to go on a cruise, and it helped us grieve and connect.

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The author said traveling with her family after her dad passed away helped them grieve.

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The 20 best countries in the world, ranked

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Downtown Geneva, Switzerland.

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