I've worked on cruise ships for years. Here are 6 things passengers should pack and 5 they shouldn't.

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woman in a sunbonnet relaxes on the top deck of a cruise ship during her vacation at sea
I (not pictured) have gotten very good at packing for cruises after working on many of them.

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I've been on over 25 cruises. There are 3 things I never bother packing.

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Author Jill Robbins smiling wiht family on cruise ship
After taking many cruises, I've streamlined my packing lists and strategies.

Jill Robbins

I started a side hustle while working at Yelp — then went all in on my business. I've made over $112,000 in revenue and feel so fulfilled.

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Joey Coffin was working at Yelp and running his brand as a side hustle before turning his company into his full-time gig.

Joey Coffin

When I got my cancer diagnosis, I had to cancel 3 planned vacations. A 1-night staycation in nearby Santa Cruz gave me the reset I needed.

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The author enjoys a soak in a hot tub.
The writer said she enjoyed soaking in a hot tub during her staycation.

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My husband asked for a divorce. A few days later, we went on vacation together.

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We (not pictured) went on our romantic trip to Cascais even though our relationship status felt up in the air. Looking back, I'm glad.

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I've traveled to Italy annually for the past 15 years. I always skip Capri for this neighboring island instead.

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Mark Marino (author) taking selfie in Ischia, Italy with coast behind him
One of my favorite islands, Ischia is a 50-minute ferry from mainland Italy.

Mark Marino

As campus tours filled our weekends, we began turning prospective college visits with our teens into family vacations

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We spent so much time touring schools with our kids that we started turning prospective college visits into mini family vacations.

Amy Barnes

I've been to 30 tropical islands. From Bora Bora to Barbados, here are the 5 I'd definitely visit again.

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I've been to more than 30 tropical islands around the world.

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I've lived in Florida for nearly a decade. These 7 underrated spots should be on your travel list.

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A busy St. George Street in St. Augustine, Florida, lined with historic buildings, flags, and flowers
Some of my favorite travel spots in Florida are far from the most popular ones.

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I've gone to Disney parks every year for decades. As prices rise, here's what I still splurge on—and skip.

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Sarah Rachul in Disney attire.
Sarah Rachul swears by Disney's annual pass.

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