I thought I'd planned my first solo trip perfectly. After just 3 nights, I was desperate to go home.

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The author smiling at his seat before a Little Mix concert.
I went on my first solo trip and realized that I prefer traveling with friends.

Sean Abrams

I visited 29 states last year. If I had to pick a new place to live, it would be this stunning coastal destination.

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Emily and her husband stand in front of a lighthouse.
After visiting 29 states last year, I would choose to move to Maine.

Emily Pogue

My family took a weekend trip with my parents. They're still full-time caretakers to my younger siblings, so the time with my kids was priceless.

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The author's family with her parents in Vermont
The author, right, and her family went on a weekend trip with her parents, and it brought them all closer together.

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Living abroad for 28 years gave me everything I wanted — and a quiet guilt I still carry

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Kris LeBoutillier says that living in Singapore gave him opprotunities he never would have found back home.

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The 10 most peaceful countries in the world, ranked

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International conflict is pushing some Americans to consider relocating abroad.

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I've been on over 25 cruises. There are 8 types of rooms I'd never book — and one I swear by.

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The Disney Fantasy cruise ship at a dock.
In my opinion, there are a few kinds of rooms to never book on a cruise unless you must.

Lauren Mack

My boyfriend and I brought his dad on our tropical vacation. It was far from romantic, but we still had an amazing time

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Author Jenna DeLaurentis standing between two men at Mo'orea, French Polyneasia
My boyfriend's dad tagged along on our trip to French Polynesia — and the three of us had a great time.

Jenna DeLaurentis

I've been to all 63 major US national parks, but just one consistently stands out as my favorite

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Emily stands on a rock near a lake, looking out at mountains and trees on a cloudy day.
I can confidently say Grand Teton is my favorite US national park.

Emily Hart

These Gen Z besties started planning to travel the world at 11. Teaching English in China helped make it happen.

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A selfie of two girls in front of a famous temple in Guangzhou, China.
Sonia Holland and Erin O'Brien grew up together in South Africa, and moved to China to teach English in 2024.

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I love visiting the 'Venice of America' in Florida. The city is great — just be sure to adjust your expectations.

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Fort Lauderdale Water Taxis crossing on the Intracoastal waterway
Though Fort Lauderdale has been called "Venice of America," I wouldn't call it a dupe for the Italian city. Still, it's worth visiting.

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