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I’m Kate
For more than a decade and a half, I’ve helped people create a life by design through my lifestyle and travel blog.
I’m a mom of 3, a full-time romance author, and I’ve been to more than 40 countries and nearly all the states.
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The Same Trip Can Feel Different Depending on Your Money, Language, or Gear — Some Countries Show You Why
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A Hotel’s Name Can Stay the Same While the Experience Changes Completely — Here’s What That Means for Your Next Stay
When a hotel changes owners, management contracts, capital budgets, staffing, suppliers, and loyalty affiliation can all change, affecting guests long…
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Why Coming Home From a Great Trip Can Feel So Wrong — The Post-Trip Crash Explained
After a trip, people often move from novelty and autonomy to obligations and familiar cues abruptly, creating a mismatch between…
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This Coal Town Is 120 Miles From Moab — and It’s the Unexpected Starting Point for Canyon Country
Price in Carbon County developed around coal mining and sits along US 6 southeast of Salt Lake City, with nearby…
