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14 souvenirs you can’t legally take out of some countries

August 21, 2025

Think twice before pocketing sand or statues abroad. These fourteen souvenirs could cost you a lot at the airport. Why? Because they’re illegal.

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13 Beach Day Fails and Fixes

June 11, 2025

Beach days seem easy enough, since you just put on some shades & throw some snacks in a cooler as you prepare for good times. …

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10 Hidden Camera Spots in Vacation Rentals

June 2, 2025

Staying in a rental often feels more relaxing than staying in a hotel, but sometimes, you get more than just “homey charm”—like, say, an extra …

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11 National Park Rules Tourists Ignore

May 30, 2025

National parks are beautiful, massive—and filled with things you can’t do, although that doesn’t stop some people from trying. Most people follow the big signs …

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11 Road Trip Habits Happy Couples Share

May 28, 2025

Not all couples survive road trips, as some get hangry & spiral—others, though, thrive on road trips and it’s all thanks to their special habits. …

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The Ultimate Paris Bucket List for First-Time Visitors

May 5, 2025

When I first visited Paris, I remember feeling overwhelmed by all the online suggestions (there’s just so much to see). I love Paris & I’ve …

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11 Unusual Etiquette Rules from Around the World

April 8, 2025

Every country has its own unique set of social etiquette but some may look really strange to those who are unfamiliar with them. From how …

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12 Ways You’re Making Your Vacations Way More Stressful

March 7, 2025

Vacations should be just about relaxing & having fun—but sometimes we end up making things more stressful without even realizing it! In fact, most Americans …

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9 Hidden Costs That Will Catch You Off Guard on Your International Trips

February 26, 2025

You arranged your flights, planned your itinerary and decided on your budget for your international vacation – so you are all set to go, right? Not …

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The 10 Reasons I Prefer Road Trips Over Air Travel

February 24, 2025

There’s something really special about packing up the car & going on a road trip. Of course, flying gets you there faster—but, for me, driving …

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How Canada sidesteps some of America’s biggest headaches

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10 ways Canadian timbits differ from American donut holes

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12 Canadian laws that often surprise U.S. visitors

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12 surprising Canadian foods that Americans often mispronounce

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