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Why 64% Of Americans Have Never Left the U.S.

Why 64% Of Americans Have Never Left the U.S.

The majority of the citizens of the most powerful nation on Earth have never been abroad. They can change that by tweaking their prioritization of time, money, and ambition.

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7 Most Terrifying Places in the World

7 Most Terrifying Places in the World

Think you're brave? Think again. These seven horrifying locales will test the limits of any well of courage.

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Join Stephen Colbert and Help PolicyMic Pundit Jane Chiao Become Australia's Chief Funster

Join Stephen Colbert and Help PolicyMic Pundit Jane Chiao Become Australia's Chief Funster

PolicyMic Pundit Jane Chiao is in the running to win Australia's Best Jobs in the World contest. Stephen Colbert supports her application, and now she needs the PolicyMic bump to get the job!

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3 Unsettling Discoveries Made On a First Trip to Disney World

3 Unsettling Discoveries Made On a First Trip to Disney World

Visiting Disney World is a rite of passage for American children, but at 18-years-old I just visited for the very first time. Somehow, being in the "happiest place on earth" terrified me.

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17 Travel Tips That You Really Cannot Live Without

17 Travel Tips That You Really Cannot Live Without

After traveling the world for a year I returned with amazing memories, some pretty awesome souvenirs, and 17 pieces of advice to pass along to you.

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TSA Banned Items: What Is Not Allowed in Carry Ons?

TSA Banned Items: What Is Not Allowed in Carry Ons?

The TSA has made some changes to it's 'prohibited items' list. If you're a frequent flyer, taking a trip soon or just want to be informed, check it out.

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TSA Allowed Items: Small Knives and Sports Equipment Now Permitted On Planes

TSA Allowed Items: Small Knives and Sports Equipment Now Permitted On Planes

The TSA will relax its rules on carry-on luggage, a move seemingly designed to help restore its tattered reputation. The changes appear to be less about security and more about saving face.

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US Road Trip Ideas: Kentucky, Seattle and the 5 Must See Places for the Broke College Kid

US Road Trip Ideas: Kentucky, Seattle and the 5 Must See Places for the Broke College Kid

Out of school and broke, yet still want to travel? Visit any of these five places and all you have to worry about is how to get the parents to lend you their car.

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