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Visiting Hawaii on a budget (2019): all the tricks and tips you need to know

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Most people think that “Hawaii” and “budget” don’t belong in the same sentence. After all, it’s supposed to be a splurge to visit a gorgeous tropical paradise… right? We’re here to tell you that traveling to Hawaii on a budget is possible and can be even more rewarding than what the brochures from expensive resorts […]

The minimalist Hawaii packing list for female travelers

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Do you want to look great and feel comfortable on your Hawaii vacation without taking along an entourage just to manage your luggage? The great news is that the glorious year-round weather can help you shrink your Hawaii packing list to just the essentials! We went minimalist in our packing for Hawaii despite our five […]

The best things to do in Scottsdale with kids (and Phoenix too)

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The Phoenix area holds a special place in our hearts – I’ve visited at least a dozen times since my aunt and uncle moved there two decades ago, and in many ways it feels like a second home. We have collectively experienced the city through many lenses: as a teen visiting with family, on my […]

LA like a local: 5 spots to skip (and what to see instead)

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LA is a world-class tourism destination to be sure: an amazing foodie scene, perfect weather, reasonably nice beaches, the seemingly-pervasive culture of “the industry” and more than enough aspiration to go around. But there are plenty of stops on the typical circuit that belong in a particular category: L.A. tourist traps that people still keep […]

Why you should take your kids (or yourself) to the Monterey Bay Aquarium – at least once

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Wondering if it’s worth visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium? Find out why you should take your kids – and yourself – at least once. Make sure to add it to your California road trip itinerary!