I lived in Yellowstone National Park and watched tourists constantly make these 5 mistakes

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I (not pictured) spent months living in and exploring Yellowstone National Park.

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I spent my early 20s renting in expensive US cities. Life isn't cheaper for me in the suburbs, but it's better and more fun.

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I've spent a lot of years living in some of the most expensive cities. A few months ago, I finally gave up and headed to the suburbs of Pennsylvania.

Amory Rose

I made eggplant Parmesan using recipes from 3 celebrity chefs. The best one was worth the extra time and effort.

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One recipe took significantly more time to make, but the taste made it worth it.

Paige Bennett

As a teacher, I'm done feeling guilty for having summers off

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I usually pack my summers with home projects and errands. This year, I'm letting myself rest.

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THEN AND NOW: The stars of 'Dance Moms' 13 years later

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"Dance Moms" first aired in 2011.

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I tried vanilla ice cream from Costco, Whole Foods, Wegmans, and Trader Joe's. From now on, the winner will always be in my freezer.

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I've worked as a hair and makeup artist for years. Here are my favorite drugstore dupes for high-end products.

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There are some bold, pigmented makeup products at the drugstore.

Meredith Schneider

I've worked on cruises for nearly 10 years. Here are 7 things I'd never do a ship.

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There are some thing cruise employees probably wouldn't do on a ship.

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I quit my desk job to work on cruises 10 years ago. It has its drawbacks, but I've seen 79 countries.

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Young woman looking at view from the boat on the Ithaca island in Greece
I (not pictured) quit my full-time job in New York City to work onboard a cruise ship.

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I ordered the same meal at The Capital Grille and LongHorn Steakhouse. The bigger chain definitely offered the better value.

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On the left, a small cheesecake with caramelized sugar on top. On the right, a small cheesecake topped with whipped cream, a caramel drizzle, and pecans.
I ordered French onion soup, steak, and cheesecake at both The Capital Grille and LongHorn.

Amena Ahmed

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