Author: Kathleen Walls
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What I Learned on My First 11-Night Cruise (That I’d Do Differently Next Time)
I’ve seen a lot of pictures and videos about “World Cruises” in my newsfeed. While that sounds like an enticing way to see the world, I always wonder how travelers balance what feels like an escape with real life. I recently sailed on Celebrity Ascent for 11 nights with my husband, my longest cruise to…
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Where Was the Netflix Series Outer Banks Filmed? The Charleston Locations You Can Visit
Living the Pogue life in Charleston, South Carolina is an absolute dream. My sisters and I have taken multiple trips to the Lowcountry, chasing adventures and discovering Outer Banks filming locations throughout the fictional town of Kildare. Some spots are easy to reach by land, while others require a boat, but every adventure has given…
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Secrets Papagayo Is a Romantic Getaway Where Romance Meets Relaxation
I was looking for the perfect place to unplug, relax and recharge solo. Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica—a luxe, adults-only resort with jaw-dropping Pacific views — hit all the right notes, with a dreamy setting and genuinely laid-back atmosphere. After visiting dozens of all-inclusive resorts, I found this AAA Four Diamond property exceptionally peaceful, welcoming and…
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Skechers Holiday Gift Guide: The Comfiest Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Cozy slip ins, runner favorites, pickleball shoes and gifts that help shelter pets: our Skechers holiday gift guide for everyone on your list.
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The Fall Hiking Checklist: 21 Things to Pack (Including the One You Can’t Fly With)
Layers, safety gear and the bear spray rule every traveler should know: our fall hiking packing checklist.
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Can You Fly With Bear Spray? (No. Here’s What to Do Instead)
TSA won’t let bear spray on the plane. Here’s how to get it for your Yellowstone, Glacier or Smokies trip, and why fall is when you need it most.
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15 Hilton Beach Resorts on Sale Right Now, Ranked by How Much You Save
Up to 40% off, daily resort credits and free transfers: the Hilton resort deals worth booking now for a winter beach trip.
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Prime Big Deal Days: Our Travel Experts Are Buying These Top Picks
As an Amazon Associate, SheBuysTravel earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days runs October 6 and 7, 2026, and it is the smartest time all fall to gear up for holiday trips. Think new carry on, packing cubes that actually zip shut and headphones that drown out the crying toddler in 14C. The…
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How to Make the Most of Canada’s Osoyoos Wine Region in Just 3 Days
Wine should be savored, a reason to slow down. So trying to do the expansive Osoyoos Wine Region of Canada’s British Columbia in just three days feels wrong. But when three days is the time you have, there is no time to waste. Here is how I sampled plenty of wine, got a taste of…