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Cara is the jack of all trades. She started in fashion, but found her true passion in writing. After mixing the two into a fabulous cocktail of freelance writing about all things style, she started a family. Her 3 kids keep her Prada pumps moving as they explore the world one adventure at a time.

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Vacations for Book Lovers

Cara Harrington Jun 17, 2014 20

“Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries.” - Anne Herbert I didn't discover a true, burning desire to read until I was out of my teens. I picked up 'Bridget Jones'…

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Wildlife Adventures in America

Cara Harrington Jun 16, 2014 31

You don't have to fly to Africa to go on a safari. The abundance of wildlife is, without doubt, amazing to witness, but America is home to many animals roaming free. Zoos are a wonderful and easily accessible way to observe these…

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Tourist Meets Traveler Chosen as National Geographic Kids Insider Brand Ambassador 2014

Cara Harrington Jun 14, 2014 37

We are thrilled to announce that Tourist Meets Traveler has been chosen as a National Geographic Kids Brand Ambassador! Our mission is to explore every facet of traveling, enjoying all life has to offer and living each day with a thirst…

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New Carry On Limitations: The Good, The Bad and The #CarryOnShame

Cara Harrington Jun 11, 2014 8

American, Delta and United airlines are all enforcing stricter carry on limitations. As of March 2, 2014, your carry on bag must be approximately 22" x 14" x 9" or smaller. The Good: Southwest and JetBlue both have a 10" x 16" x 24"…

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Hasbro Toys: Kids and Moms Firsthand Review

Cara Harrington Jun 10, 2014 26

The wonderful people of Hasbro shared some toys with us to try out. The Tourist Meets Traveler team put some tiny interns to "work" reviewing each item. Ranging from 10-2, here is how the toys ranked in the eyes of moms and kids. Super…

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Diagon Alley in Universal Orlando News – Food, Rides, Shopping Details Plus Photos

Cara Harrington Jun 9, 2014 46

The walls hiding the Wizarding World of Harry Potter's Diagon Alley are down and the reveal is well worth the wait. We still don't have an official opening date, but vacation packages featuring Diagon Alley begin June 29th 2014. However,…

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Travel Mistakes: Too Much of a Good Thing

Cara Harrington Jun 4, 2014 48

There are many reasons a vacation or travel adventure can become a nightmare. Stolen passports, weather problems, lost luggage and illness are just a few of the common issues that ruin the experience. However, one mistake that gets…

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5 Secrets to Cheap Travel

Cara Harrington Jun 3, 2014 31

I am obsessed with saving money. Couponing, deal hunting and bargain shopping is a bit of a sport to me, but it started out as a necessity. Whether you are a on a tight budget or just want to save same cash, there are several tricks to…

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Beach Bummers and How To Avoid Them

Cara Harrington Jun 2, 2014 22

There is nothing like digging your toes into the white sand of a beach on a sunny day. Vacationers flock to shores to frolic in the water and relax while listening to sound of the gentle waves. However, there can be some big beach…

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4 Amazing #SummerTravel Deals

Cara Harrington May 28, 2014 12

Almost 40% of people with paid vacation time...don't use it. That is according to a survey done by staffing firm, Robert Half. Of those skipping time off, 38% said they were saving it up for next year, while another 30% stated they just…

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