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Life insurance payouts are not guaranteed to those who travel overseas. Here's what can cause a claim delay and how to a...
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Here at As We Saw It, our mission has always been to make exploring the world easy and accessible — but sometimes...
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Learn how the new Schengen visa will affect Mexican passport holder travel to Europe. Read more
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6 helpful travel tips that will help you avoid stress on your way to the gate. Board your plane relaxed. Read more
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Booking an international flight from anywhere in the world has never been easier. By simply clicking and entering y...
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With only one day in Rome, a reader asks if it is realistic to skip the cruise excursion and see the most popular sights...
Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
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With so many travel options, choosing your next destination is hard. Put these 10 global cities on your travel bucket li...
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Want to live overseas? Here are 5 of the best (legal) ways to do it, using only a tourist visa. Read more
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A checklist of all the essentials you'll need to prepare before you travel abroad. Read more
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Don't let stories about sick plane passengers scare you. It's easy to stay healthy during air travel using these 10 simp...
What to Do If Your Holiday Gets Canceled
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What can you do if your travel plans get canceled through no fault of your own? Here's what to know. Read more
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7 cities now offer free layover tours to transit passengers, most visa-free. See the tourist attractions while waiting f...
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Packing List for Winter in Europe: A Guide on What to Wear
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Yes, you can travel in cold weather and still pack light! Look good and stay warm with this essential packing list for E...
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Ten tips and tricks on how to avoid jet lag, collected from world travelers' personal experiences. Read more
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Don't let motion sickness ruin your dream cruise. These 10 useful remedies and tips will help you avoid getting seasick....
cruise terminal, North Ocean Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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Looking for a romantic getaway, maybe for a honeymoon or destination wedding? Use this guide to select the perfect coupl...
Sandals Royal Caribbean, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Why Take A Hop On, Hop Off Bus Tour?
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A city in one day? Yes! It's easy to see the "must-see" sights of a place while learning about its history and layout. H...
How You Can Land the Best House Sits
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Want to become a savvy traveler who never pays for a place to stay? Follow these tips on how to land the best house sitt...
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How to Travel for (Almost) Zero Money
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Can you travel almost anywhere without paying for food or lodging? You can, with a few hours of labor. Read more
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Packing Essentials for America’s National Parks
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America's national parks are ideal outdoor destinations. Simplify your next visit with this helpful guide to basic packi...
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How to Plan Your First Hawaii Trip
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Planning your first visit to Hawaii can be stressful. Here's help in figuring out when to go and which island to visit....
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Advice and tips for first time cruisers: choosing a cruise and itinerary, get a bargain, what to pack, and how to maximi...
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Should You Set a Goal to Travel to Every Country?
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I was six when I realized I was unusual. On my first day of school in my hometown, I instantly became The Popular Girl w...
A Unique Way to Avoid DVT on Long-Haul Flights
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A list of expert tips on how to avoid DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and jet lag on a long journey, with a fun, little-known...
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If you want to swim in the Dead Sea, here are 7 tips, along with sample poses you can do for your Dead Sea photo op. Rea...
Yam HaMelach
How to Use a Squat Toilet
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Squat toilet, Asian toilet, squatty potty, whatever you call it, it's not a porcelain throne. Here's how to use it. Read...
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