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Whether—and how—travel insurance covers pre-existing medical conditions remains a source of uncertainty among many travelers. Here's which insurance is most likely to protect you.

How to Buy Travel Insurance When You Have a Pre-Existing Condition | SmarterTravel

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The short answer is that some types do. Here's which ones to look for.

Does Travel Insurance Cover Weather Problems? | SmarterTravel

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How to Pick a Car Rental for a Road Trip | SmarterTravel

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In order to qualify, properties must rank high in excellence for housekeeping two years in a row in their inspection and have no AAA member complaints.

These Cities and States Have the Cleanest Hotels, According to AAA | SmarterTravel

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It only takes a few minutes to find, and it may save your or someone else’s life.

Emergency Numbers Around the World: The One Thing You Need to Add into Your Phone | SmarterTravel

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Alaska is the largest state in the U.S. by far—it’s twice the size of Texas. That means you could easily spend months here and not see it all. But even if you only have a week in Alaska, you can still get a taste of “The Last Frontier.”

How to Do a Week in Alaska in The Summer | SmarterTravel

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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Denali National Park and Preserve

Alaska

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Aug 15

Whether it’s meeting local villagers on Namibia’s Impalila Island or staring up at the Milky Way on the sun deck of the African Dream, the itinerary provides the ideal balance of education and relaxation.

5 Reasons Why This River-Cruise Safari Is the Best Way to See Southern Africa | SmarterTravel

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Aug 15

From unspoiled wilderness to urban splendor.

The 24 Most Beautiful Places in Canada | SmarterTravel

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Vancouver Island, Canada

Cape Breton Island, Canada

Great Bear Rainforest

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British Columbia, Canada

Great Slave Lake

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Northwest Territories, Canada

Glacier National Park

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A ranking of the average Airbnb vs. hotel rates around the world show that the rental site isn't always cheapest.

7 Places Where a Hotel Is Cheaper Than an Airbnb | SmarterTravel

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Balearic Islands, Spain

Naples

Province of Naples, Italy

Venice

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Aug 13

Why shell out so much money in bag fees when you can avoid them with some modest effort?

7 Smart Ways to Bypass Baggage Fees | SmarterTravel

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Based on how safe it is to walk alone at night, legal discrimination, global gender gap, attitudes toward violence against women, and more.

The 10 Safest Countries for Solo Female Travel in 2019 | SmarterTravel

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What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. But if you’re not careful, it could be the contents of your wallet, savings account, and retirement fund that stay in Vegas, too.

13 Free Things to Do in Las Vegas | SmarterTravel

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Sargassum now washes up in huge piles on coastlines in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean, especially in the warmest months of the year.

Beaches Overrun by Smelly Sargassum Seaweed Could Be New Normal in Florida, Caribbean| SmarterTravel

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With any kind of insurance, you have to worry about hidden gotchas that can leave you high and dry, even if you thought you paid for top-notch coverage.

12 Travel Insurance Gotchas You Need to Know | SmarterTravel

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Aug 10

Barcelona to the Pyrenees

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Follow the path from Barcelona to the Pyrenees, just three hours away, but do so slowly for Catalonian food, art, and nature.

Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar

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Barcelona, Spain

Museu de Sant Cugat - Museu del Monestir

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Sant Cugat del Valles, Spain

Santuari de la Mare de Deu de Queralt

Province of Barcelona, Spain

Province of Lleida, Spain

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Aug 9

Vermont Valley for the Solo Female Traveler

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Vermont is known for its marvelous outdoors, but don't miss out on the local, artisanal foods, wares, and unique activities. Think tasty sugar shacks, a glass-blowing mill fueled by a running waterfall, and tons of cute covered bridges. Whether you w...

Taftsville Covered Bridge

Phnom Penh Sandwich Station

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White River Junction, Vermont

King Arthur Flour: Bakery, Café, School, and Store

White River Junction, Vermont

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Aug 7

Forgo a checked bag in favor of the best carry-on and personal item combos, so you can spend less time at baggage claim and more time exploring.

The 5 Best Carry-on and Personal Item Combos to Replace Your Checked Bag | SmarterTravel

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Aug 7

Ever wonder how much of your life you’ve wasted sitting around at the airport? Collectively, travelers spent over 1,100 years waiting at the most delay-prone airport last year.

The 10 Most Delay-Prone Airports in the U.S. for 2019

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