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Lauren Mack

Lauren Mack has traveled to 40 countries on five continents, including Cuba, New Zealand, Peru and Tanzania. For many years, she called China, and then Taiwan, home. Countries at the beginning of the alphabet, particularly Antarctica, Argentina and Australia are on her travel bucket list. Lauren is a multimedia travel and food journalist and explorer based in New York City.
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How to do New York City on a hangover
You’ve just landed in New York, and the bright lights of the city beckon you to shake off the jetlag...
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Cheap and free things to do in Dublin
You don’t need the luck of the Irish to discover Dublin on a budget. Some 10.5 million travelers visited last...
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Top places in the US for a New Year’s Eve kiss
3, 2, 1… kiss! No matter where you choose to ring in the New Year, kissing at the stroke...
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11 cities where hostels are your best bet
Once havens for budget-conscious backpackers, more and more travelers are turning to hostels as their homes away from home,...
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How to use alternate airports to save
Alternate airports can be cheaper and easier to get to Looking for a cheaper getaway? Try searching for flights...
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Los Angeles or New York City?
Which should you visit? East Coast, West Coast, which coast is the best coast? Whether you’re California dreamin’ or up...
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Air travel and pregnancy
Advice and tips for flying while pregnant Looking to take a babymoon or spend time with family before your...
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Thanksgiving getaways: 11 value destinations for a Turkey Day sneak away in 2017
Travelers have many reasons to be thankful this Thanksgiving. In particular, those who opt to fly on Turkey Day...
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Post-security beer stops in 20 top airports in North America
Whether you’re looking to toast your travels, fill some downtime, or simply celebrate navigating your way through check-in and...