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Best Dairy-Free Protein Bars That Actually Taste Good
Protein bars have been my adventure fuel of choice for yearssss. They're portable and filling, and some brands actually taste good, too! That last part is especially important. They MUST taste good. But years ago, I learned that dairy was wreaking havoc on my gut—and that news sent me into a panic. How could I …
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Best Luggage and Carry-On Essentials According to a Frequent Traveler
I finally did it. I bought new luggage. After years of using the same soft, spinner carry-on suitcase and personal item bag, my frugal self broke down and replaced them—both out of necessity and curiosity. First, necessity. The strap on my favorite bag to stuff under the airplane seat was starting to tear. And stuffed …
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Hidden Gems in Michigan’s Northwestern Lower Peninsula
Read this former Michigander's recommendations for top places to visit and things to do in the Lower Peninsula, along the northern part of Lake Michigan.
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Our Trip Itinerary for the Upper Peninsula of Michigan
As a former Michigander, I visited the U.P. multiple times during my childhood and even as an adult. Yet, none of those trips took me further than Mackinac and Sault Ste Marie—the areas easiest to get to from the Lower Peninsula where I lived at the time. When I left Michigan, getting to the more …
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Best Cave Boat Tour in Carvoeiro, Portugal
Don't let the number of boat tours overwhelm you. Book this one. Keep reading for photos and quick answers to common questions about the tour.
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Best Things to Do and Eat in Algarve, Portugal: Carvoeiro, Portimão, Albufeira, and More
Read about my experience in Carvoeiro, Portugal and the surrounding Algarve region, including food, excursions, and top beaches.
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1950s Mid Century Modern Home Renovation: Before & After
We renovated our mid century modern house TWICE in THREE YEARS. See the before and after photos—and the story behind the renovations.
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Hiking Angels Landing in the Rain: An Important Lesson
Angels Landing is a challenging hike on a good day. I hiked it in the rain and only regret one thing...
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Dairy Free Restaurants in Tampa and St. Pete, Florida
Technically, I don't have a dairy allergy, but I do have a severe intolerance to the protein in dairy—which is also different than being lactose intolerant, but that's a topic for another day. If you have a food intolerance or allergy, I know you know how challenging it can be to find places to eat …
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