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11 Things You Didn’t Know About Disney’s Very Own Private Island
Among the many, many reasons to take a Disney cruise, a visit to Disney's island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay,...
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This Is Why Disney Park Tickets Are So Expensive
Tickets prices have increased as Disney has continued to attract more customers.
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Why Pilots Only Travel with Soft-Sided Luggage
The answers may surprise you!
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The Best American Cities for Live Music (Besides Nashville)
Get ready to book your next trip! From coast to coast and across all genres, these are the best places...
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Why You Should Stop Charging Your Phone in Your Car
Odds are, you do it every day!
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8 Things You’ll Never See in Hotels Again
For better or worse, today's hotels have phased out these features that used to be commonplace.
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The 10 Most Romantic Couples Resorts Around the World
Leave the kids at home and book a stay at one of these dreamy getaways.
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The World’s 50 Most Beautiful Cities, Ranked by Travel Experts
Beauty may very well be in the eye of the beholder, but more than 1,000 travel bloggers, writers, and agents...
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21 Secrets Hotels Won’t Tell You
Everything is negotiable.
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Why Mardi Gras Float Riders Have to Wear Masks
There's a reason Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." It's a larger-than-life party...
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This Is What a TSA Agent First Notices About You
While it's nice to be noticed, this isn't the kind of attention you want. Here's what to avoid if you...
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13 Things You Should Never Do at the Airport
You may know not to wave around a firearm or joke about having a bomb in your carry-on. But it's...
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The Gross Truth About Hawaii’s White Sand Beaches
Do you smell something... fishy?
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The Real Reason Escalator Stairs Have Grooves
No, they’re not just for decoration.
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The 10 Most Romantic Island Destinations in the United States
Romantic islands perfect for a couple's getaway, a special celebration, or even a wedding ceremony are closer than you think....
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Are You Allowed to Give Flight Attendants Gifts?
Giving flight attendants gifts is a great way to show your appreciation—but make sure you know what you can give...
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14 Road Trip Etiquette Rules Most People Ignore—But Shouldn’t
Road tripping promises adventure on the open road, and the only thing standing between you and a good time is...
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14 Times It Actually Pays off to Use a Travel Agent
If you like upgrades, lower rates, and peace of mind, think twice before booking your next trip without a little...
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22 Animals That Are Deadlier Than Sharks
There's just a one in 1,384,594 chance of being killed by an animal in the United States, but you should...
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This Is Why Most Commercial Airplanes Are White
Not that mauve isn't a great color or anything.
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Why Hotels Are Starting to Get Rid of Minibars
Minibars were a sweeping success when they were first introduced in the 1970s. But the travel industry has changed quite...
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What Happens to Cars Abandoned on Highways?
It depends on where you are.
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This Is the Average Commute Time in Every U.S. State
Americans spend an inordinate amount of time commuting to work each day—find out how your state stacks up.
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The Quirkiest City in Every State
If traveling more across America is on your bucket list, these are the offbeat treasures you need to see in...
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50 Most Romantic Hotels in Every State
These romantic hotels really set the scene for romance
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18 Secret Spots in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
It's not magic—you just need to know where to look!
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The Unspoken Etiquette Rules of Reclining Your Airplane Seat
How you recline makes all the difference.
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17 Things That Could Get Your Checked Luggage Flagged by the TSA
No one wants a TSA agent rifling through their bags. So we're sharing the prohibited items in checked baggage to...
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Why Are the Lines on the Roads Yellow?
Just be glad they're not black! (Yes, that was once an option!)