From OK vacations to so-so jobs, it's time to embrace being average

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Want to vacation like a billionaire? Here's how much it costs to charter a superyacht

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The Carinthia VII is a 97-meter superyacht available to charter for more than $1.5 million per week.

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Why you should avoid 'quiet vacationing' to prevent burnout and boost productivity

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Jennifer Kraszewski, the chief human resources officer at Paycom, said employers need to do more to encourage workers to take their PTO.

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I took 2 kids and a dog on 3 separate ferries to get to our summer vacation. The 6-hour journey was so much better than driving.

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We took three ferries to get from Vermont to the Hamptons.

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I've worked on cruise ships for years. Here are 6 things passengers should stop wasting money on.

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Cruises can come with a lot of hidden costs and expenses.

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I stayed in a gorgeous 2-story overwater bungalow for $180 a night, and I didn't even have to shell out for the Maldives to do it

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Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge in Panama has overwater bungalows.

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Cruises are expensive but they're the best value. My family's cruise cost $3,500 cheaper than a similar trip on land.

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With the recent higher demand for cruises has come higher prices.

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When you should — and shouldn't — book an all-inclusive vacation, according to an expert

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Choosing between all-inclusive and booking separately depends on what kind of vacation you want.

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I took a last-minute trip to a stunning South Carolina beach town with a laid-back vibe. The quiet beaches weren't even the best part.

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My friend and I took a trip to Hilton Head Island.

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The last time we traveled as a family of 6, we spent $6000. I refuse to make the same mistake this summer.

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