I've been on more than 25 cruises. Here's how I avoid hidden fees and extra costs every time while drinking for free.

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With over 25 cruises under my belt, I've gotten really good at saving money on cruises.

Lauren Mack

My son used to hate hiking. After visiting 40 national parks, I've found the tricks for making it fun for him.

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Author Amanda Adler with Son at Death Valley
I've gone on many hikes with my son, and we've found ways to have fun doing them.

Amanda Adler

I'm an American who visited Costco in Canada. It may look identical, but it's not the same.

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Business Insider's reporter went to a Costco store in Canada for the first time and noticed a few key differences compared to US locations.

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I sailed on Carnival's newest cruise ship and saw why young people love the brand so much

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A busy indoor pool on a cruise ship.
Most of Carnival Cruise Line's guests are now millennial-aged amid an influx of first-time and younger cruisers.

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I lived in NYC with my 6 siblings during undergrad. For graduate school, I was determined to go abroad.

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Omarni Webb left New York City to pursue a master's degree in Sweden

Omarni Webb

When my friend canceled our 40th birthday trip to Paris last minute, I was frustrated. But it led me to meet my French husband.

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Dufflyn Lammers walking the streets of Paris with a bag of flowers
The author met her husband on a solo trip to Paris.

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6 essential tips for anyone considering van life, according to a traveler who's explored all 50 states in an RV

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Lita Talisman at a campsite in Utah.

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I've been skiing and snowboarding for decades. I beat the crowds at these Northeastern resorts instead of flying out West.

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empty chairlift going up plattekill mountain in new york
There are bigger mountains out West, but New England has some quaint places to ski.

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My teenage daughter backpacked alone through Europe. Despite my worry, I'd let her do it again.

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Woman backpacking in Europe
The author (not pictured) says she'd let her daughter go backpacking solo again in a heart beat.

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I spent $170 on 4 failed tours to see the northern lights and then finally saw them while waiting at a bus stop

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The Northern Lights over Kirkjufell mountain as someone with a tripod takes a photo of it
Many people travel just to get a chance to see the northern lights.

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