We paid $9,000 for the cheapest room on an ultra-luxury Caribbean cruise. See inside our ship and 302-square-foot suite.

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Author David Morris and his family smiling
When planning a multigenerational trip to the Caribbean during the busy holiday season, our family settled on an ultra-luxury cruise.

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I worked on cruises for years and still sail as a passenger often. There are 6 things I never do on board.

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Author Tammy Barr in a cruise ship
I worked on cruises and still frequently enjoy sailing on them as a passenger.

Tammy Barr

I'm an American who's lived in Paris for nearly a decade. These 8 things have surprised me about living in the French capital.

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The Eiffel Tower, lit up against the night sky
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.

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I've spent over 2 decades riding trains all over the US. I wish passengers would stop doing these 7 things.

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Train by trees, mountains
Over the years, I've seen passengers making some basic mistakes and social faux pas on train rides.

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I went on my first solo trip to celebrate turning 29. Being alone on my birthday felt scary, but it was so worth it.

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The writer lounging in front of the pool on a solo trip in Cancún.
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Sukhman Rekhi

I'm a Pittsburgh local. Here 4 great areas of the city that tourists usually ignore — and the best things to do in each.

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Woman standing at Kling Car in Homestead
Kling Car in Homestead

Jess Simms

I spent $180 on a red-eye flight to Europe. I'd book the same budget airline again, but there's one thing I'd change.

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Insider's reporter flew on a Norse Airlines red eye flight from NYC to Berlin and arrived in Germany feeling exhausted.
Insider's reporter flew on a Norse Airlines red eye flight from NYC to Berlin and arrived in Germany feeling exhausted.

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I visited Hawaii twice last year. Here are 4 things I'm glad I packed and 2 things I wish I'd left at home.

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A selfie of Asonta next to a photo of scuba gear.
Polarized sunglasses are one of my favorite things I packed for my trip to Hawaii. However, I didn't need the snorkeling gear I bought.

Asonta Benetti

My favorite weekend trip destination is a mountain town with cute shops, superb hikes, and access to a national park

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The writer and her daughter standing in front of a trail in Bryson City.
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Alli Hill

Look inside Vizcaya, Miami's 45,000-square-foot Gilded Age mansion that now counts Ken Griffin as a neighbor

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aerial view of the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami, Florida
James Deering's 1916 winter home is located less than 10 minutes away from the heart of Miami.

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