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    Is A Budget Airline All-You-Can-Fly Travel Pass Really Worth Buying?

    By Amanda Morgan 8 months ago

    Explore the pros and cons of unlimited flight passes with Frontier and Wizz Air. We've read the fine print to see if they’re worth it for budget travelers.

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  • View of Virginia City in Nevada

    Only The Brave Visit One Of The Best-Preserved Haunted Ghost Towns In The Wild West

    By Isabel OToole 8 months ago

    Once a bustling hub of activity, this town has become one of the best-preserved haunted spots in the Wild West. Are you brave enough to pay it a visit?

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  • Group of travelers walking in a city

    The Bold Approach Rick Steves Recommends For Exploring Europe

    By Amanda Morgan 8 months ago

    Traveling to a new country is overwhelming, between language barriers, different currencies, and new cultures. Here's Rick Steves' advice for exploring Europe.

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  • Interior of the Colosseum

    Go Behind The Scenes Of Rome's Colosseum On A Very Eerie And Underrated Tour

    By Madison Scrivano 8 months ago

    Rome's famous Colosseum is very much on the radar of tourists, but this mysterious and eerie way of exploring its history is considerably less crowded.

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  • Passengers boarding an EasyJet flight

    What Every Traveler Should Know Before Boarding An EasyJet Budget Flight

    By Nada Kabil 8 months ago

    EasyJet is one of the most popular budget airlines in Europe, but those prices are often too good to be true. Here's what travelers need to know before booking.

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  • Woman looking at a painting in a museum

    How Rick Steves Makes The Most Of Museum Visits Without Spending Extra

    By Madison Scrivano 8 months ago

    Are you interested in learning about the many magnificent pieces of art in a museum but reluctant to shell out for the guided tour? Rick Steves has an idea.

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  • Water flowing over Cataract Falls in Owen County, Indiana

    Indiana's Largest Waterfall Is In An Overlooked Area Where Any Outdoor Lover Will Thrive

    By Stephen Hanson 8 months ago

    Indiana has a lot of hidden gems, and this waterfall in Owen County is one of them. With two cascades and a covered red bridge, it's a great outdoor adventure.

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  • Buddhist temple sunrise

    The World's Largest Buddhist Monument Is Hidden On A Sacred Indonesian Mountain

    By Eva Johnstone 8 months ago

    An absolute must on any international bucket list, the world's largest Buddhist monument is waiting to be discovered on a venerated mountain in Indonesia.

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  • Aerial view of La Roche-Fuyon, France

    A Picturesque Village In France Nestled Along The Seine Has A Medieval Château At Its Heart

    By Amy McMahon 8 months ago

    Thought France had no hidden gems left? This gorgeous village on the banks of the Seine suggests otherwise, and its medieval château is a true delight.

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  • MetLife Stadium NFL fireworks

    A Small East Coast City Is Home To The NFL Stadium With The Largest Capacity

    By Lee Adams 8 months ago

    You might presume that the NFL stadium with the largest capacity would sit in one of the nation's major metropolises, but this city begs to differ.

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  • Woman appears insulted

    A Common American Response To 'Thank You' Is Considered Extremely Rude Everywhere Else

    By Robert Isenberg 8 months ago

    Every generation thinks young people are rude, but does this increasingly common response to "Thank you" confirm that Gen Z might take the cake?

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  • Fish and chips with tartar sauce

    How Rick Steves' Protégé Makes Eating In Iceland Affordable Without Sacrificing Flavor

    By Eva Johnstone 8 months ago

    Iceland is expensive, so you'll want to cut down on costs any way you can. Rick Steves' protégé has a smart strategy on how to save money on food in Iceland.

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  • A landscape view of the Trevi Fountain in Rome

    The Tourist Behavior That's Causing A Massive Stir At Italy's Trevi Fountain

    By Robert Isenberg 8 months ago

    Oh, tourists. At Rome's Trevi Fountain, inappropriate tourist behavior is forcing the government to change some rules. Here's what to know.

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  • Notre Dame cathedral at night

    Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral Has Officially Reopened. Here's What To Know Before Visiting

    By Lee Adams 8 months ago

    Five years on from the catastrophe that almost burned it to the ground, the famous Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is open to visitors once again.

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  • Aerial view of Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River

    Thousand Islands Is A Real East Coast Destination That Inspired The Tasty Salad Dressing

    By Amy McMahon 8 months ago

    Have you ever wondered what the story was behind the delicious Thousand Islands dressing? The secret lies in a gorgeous destination on the East Coast.

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  • Rick Steves

    The Cultural Icebreakers Rick Steves Recommends For Building Friendships Abroad

    By Madison Scrivano 8 months ago

    Making friends while visiting foreign countries isn't the easiest of tasks, but travel guru Rick Steves has some excellent advice for breaking the ice.

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  • A happy couple booking flights online

    The Simple Way To Get Money Back From Google's Flight Price Guarantee Before Takeoff

    By Dave Bowling 8 months ago

    Finding out you overpaid for anything isn't a pleasant experience, so Google Flight's price guarantee initiative will be music to the ears of many.

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  • Shannon River Bridge County Offaly

    A County In Ireland Is Famed For Bogs, Whiskey, And One Of The Largest Telescopes Ever Built

    By Jennifer Kling 8 months ago

    Bogs, whiskey, and innovation are hallmarks of Ireland, and they all come together brilliantly at this underrated county in the heart of the island.

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  • Place du Tertre in Montmartre

    The Charming Village In The Heart Of Paris That Is A Perfect French Cliché, Per Rick Steves

    By Maura Bielinski 9 months ago

    If travelers are looking for that quintessential French experience in the heart of Paris, Rick Steves believes this village is the perfect Parisian cliché.

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    A Thousand-Year-Old Town In France With Romanesque Churches And Secret Floral Gardens

    By Laura Jones 9 months ago

    You might think the most visited country in the world wouldn't have any underrated hidden gems left to discover, but France isn't like other places.

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  • Japanese-style building Morikami Museum Florida

    One Of Florida's Most Underrated Tourist Spots Is A Japanese-Inspired Escape Into Nature

    By Joshua Meyer 9 months ago

    Florida has plenty to offer visitors, and one of its most underrated attractions is a Japanese garden and museum with plenty of stories to tell.

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  • Bearded man with backpack smiles in woods

    The Intricate Rules And Rituals Of Getting Your Own Backpacker 'Trail Name'

    By Robert Isenberg 9 months ago

    A unique part of the dedicated hiking community is that of trail names, or nicknames for use on the trail, but there are intricate rules and rituals involved.

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  • Half-timbered houses Idstein Germany

    Uncover A Troubled Past At This German Fairytale Village With Colorful Half-Timbered Houses

    By Lee Adams 9 months ago

    Even the most beautiful places often have complex histories, and that is certainly true at this idyllic fairytale village in the west of Germany.

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    TikTok's Game-Changing PTO Hack Maximizes Your Days Off In 2025 As Efficiently As Possible

    By Anna Robinson 9 months ago

    A new year is upon us, so it is time to work through the calendar and make the most of every travel opportunity in 2025. As usual, TikTok is here to help.

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  • New Years fireworks over Venice

    The Unexpected 'Red-Hot' Tradition To Secretly Spice Up Your New Year In Italy

    By Isabel OToole 9 months ago

    There are standard New Year's celebrations (fireworks, champagne), but there are also superstitious traditions. This one from Italy happens to be in your pants.

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  • Giethoorn canal town in the Netherlands

    The 'Venice Of The Netherlands' Is A Little-Known Car-Free Fairytale Canal Little Town

    By Amy McMahon 9 months ago

    Anywhere associated with Venice must be beautiful, and this unbelievably charming canal town in the Netherlands more than lives up to that lofty billing.

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  • A former pavilion at the Peoples Temple compound in Guyana

    The South American Destination That Seems Way Too Creepy To Be A Tourist Attraction

    By Chris Tharp 9 months ago

    Dark tourists might have a new sinister spot to add to the bucket list if plans go ahead to open up tours to this notorious South American destination.

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