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City Breaks

Weekday or Weekend City Break? A Side-by-Side Comparison

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Beaches and Islands

What a Beach House Rental Week Really Costs

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Beaches and Islands

The Real Cost of a Beach Week in Hawaii

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Budget Airline or Regular Airline? Doing the Fare Math

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Mountain Town or Lake Town? Choosing a Relaxing Getaway

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Your First Solo Trip: A Planning Checklist

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How to Choose a Group Tour That Fits Your Style

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Making the Most of a Big City on a Short Visit

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Traveling With Prescription Medications: What to Check Before You Go

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How to pack and carry prescription medications for trips, from TSA screening rules to customs limits abroad, refills, documentation and backup plans.

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Vacation Package Terms to Know Before You Pay

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How to Build a Realistic Travel Itinerary

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Passports, Visas and Entry Rules: What to Check Before You Fly

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6 Ideas for Your First International Trip

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Six approachable first international destinations for US travelers, with notes on flight lengths, language, money and the prep an easy first trip needs.

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How to Pick a Destination When You Could Go Anywhere

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Planning Your First National Park Trip

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Choosing an Island Getaway: What to Weigh Before You Go

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Does a Last-Minute Cruise Really Cost Less?

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Cruise booking myths, tested against how fares actually work: last-minute deals, wave season, price-drop guarantees and when booking early pays.

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Planning a First Cruise: Choosing the Ship, Route and Cabin

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Cruise or Land Tour? Choosing the Right Organized Trip

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Ocean Cruise vs. River Cruise: Key Differences

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