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  • The ferry dock in Bellagio, Lake Como, Italy with views of the lake and mountains in the background
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    How to Get to Bellagio from Milan in 5 Easy Steps

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    Are you planning a trip to Lake Como in Italy but are unsure how to get there? Follow in our travel friend Taylor Clabaugh’s footsteps as she shows you how to get to Bellagio from Milan. Bellagio is just one of the many beautiful towns on Lake Como, but no matter where you’re going on…

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  • A speed boat pulls a tube behind as it cruises across Lake Greenwood in South Carolina
    Planning

    The Closest Beach to Columbia, SC: 20 Great Ocean & Lake Beaches

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    So, you’ve made it to South Carolina’s capital city for work or leisure, and now you want to go to the beach. But what’s the closest beach to Columbia, SC? That depends what kind of beach you’re looking for. Columbia is in the middle of the state, so the ocean is a bit of a…

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  • Travel items like a camera, airplane, sunglasses, euros, and a magnifying glass, scattered over a world map table
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    40 Creative Ways to Save Money on Travel

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    Do you dream of traveling the world but find yourself short on funds? Saving for travel can seem like a daunting task, but with a little bit of creativity and discipline, it’s definitely possible.  (We’ve done it while paying back our six-figure student loan debt and saving for a down payment on a house.) Whether…

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  • Uptown Charlotte glows in the post-sunset lighting as the city come alive for the evening.
    Planning

    43 Fun & Romantic Things to Do in Charlotte: Date Night Ideas!

    ByRachel Means Updated on2025-06-19

    Looking for romantic things to do in Charlotte, North Carolina? You’re in luck because the Queen City is brimming with fun things to do together as a couple! Don your most charming smiles and your fancy or comfortable clothing, depending on your intended activity, and embark on a journey to get out of your date…

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  • An unattended pink tube floats down an empty section of river
    Going

    13 River Float Trip Essentials + Packing List & Tips!

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    Summer is the perfect time for a lazy float trip down an easy-going river. It’s a great way to relax outside, unwind from the work week, and just chat with friends or family for a few hours. We’ve been on our fair share of river tubing adventures; some long forgotten and others that will live…

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  • A small blue tugboat comes around the white hull of the Atlantis submarine in Maui
    Planning

    Reef Dancer vs Atlantis Submarine: Are They Worth It + Which is Better?

    ByRachel Means Updated on2026-01-27

    Did you know that you can explore the beauty of underwater Hawaii without getting wet? Hop on a submarine tour from Lahaina on Maui’s west coast, and see coral reefs and all their marine life up close! Today, we’re comparing the two best Maui submarine tours: Atlantis and Reef Dancer. Both offer unique underwater experiences…

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  • The Myrtle Beach State Park fishing pier as seen from a beach accessway
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    Is a SC State Park Pass Worth It? (Cost Breakdown)

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    Wondering if a South Carolina state park annual pass is worth the cost? Let’s break it down and see! Whether you’re working towards your Ultimate Outsider achievement by visiting all 48 South Carolina state parks or you live near a park and want to know if it’s worth getting a pass, we’ve done the math…

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  • Newfound Gap Road curves through the beautiful forests of Great Smoky Mountains National Park as they turn color for autumn
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    How to Get to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-12-29

    Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most popular national park, several times over. It sees as many visitors as the next 3 most visited national parks combined. It’s hard to beat free entry, frequent elk and black bear sightings, amazing fall color, hiking and waterfalls galore, and the third highest peak east of the…

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  • The pink Florida tropical Century of Progress home sits on the bluff above Lake Michigan in Indiana Dunes National Park
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    How to Spend One Day at Indiana Dunes National Park + Itinerary

    ByRachel Means Updated on2025-06-19

    If you’re looking for an easy weekend getaway that offers a combination of beautiful natural landscapes and fun-filled outdoor activities, Indiana Dunes is the place to be. Located along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, this 15,000-acre national park boasts towering sand dunes, inviting beaches, lush forests, and diverse wildlife. Despite its size, it’s even…

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  • A woman with a backpack pulling a roller carry-on bag walks into the sun at an airport
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    Can I Bring Scissors in My Carry-on Luggage on a Plane?

    ByRachel Means Updated on2024-02-26

    In the United States, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulates what is and isn’t allowed to be brought onto airplanes. Generally, if it’s a weapon or can be used as a weapon, it’s not allowed in your carry-on luggage. But any object can be turned into a weapon and not everyone has malicious intent, and…

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