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Where to Travel for Black History

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New Orleans, Louisiana - The Big Easy is steeped in Black history, both past and present. Head to Indiana Avenue, a historically Black neighborhood, which at one time was home to 33 jazz clubs, where jazz greats like Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole performed.

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Necessary Holiday Travel Tips

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Don't Wrap Any Gifts If you are visiting friends and family and haven't shipped your presents ahead (which I highly recommend), don't wrap them and stash them in your carry-on. The trick to packing small in the winter is layering and not caring if all your pictures are you wearing the same coat and scarf (maybe two).

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Holiday Travel Gift List 2023

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And whether you're shopping for a Christmas gift, 8 Hanukkah presents, or even a birthday surprise, I've got it covered. Photo by Daniels Joffe on Unsplash I've got 5 different categories, but everything is great for every kind of traveler. Safety door lock for the solo traveler.

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10 of My Favorite Travel Items

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You never know when a cold snap will present itself, even when it comes in the form of really insistent air conditioning. It doesn't take up as much room as an umbrella, but you can pack it down into your day bag and also use it if you happen to get chilly. This is also why I always bring a scarf or wrap with me on the plane.

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