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Jennifer Prince

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Jennifer Prince's work is featured on several national travel sites, such as Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, AFAR, Lonely Planet, and Conde Nast Traveler. She thrives on off-the-beaten-path itineraries and is passionate about finding microstories to bring destinations to life. Jennifer currently lives in Virginia with her husband, and other than travel and writing, she enjoys ’80s music, vintage things, fostering kittens, time with her family, and dreaming about her next Airbnb venture.
    20 Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas That Take Barely Any Effort
    You probably have these costume supplies already.
    Jennifer Prince
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    The Only Home Maintenance Chores You Can't Afford to Skip This Fall
    HOME PROJECTS
    Toss the mile-long to-do list, and stick to these few items instead.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 29, 2023
    Why You Need This 230-Year-Old Gardening Guide on Your Bookshelf
    HOME PROJECTS
    It’s a remarkably useful resource for home gardeners.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 28, 2023
    9 Cheap, No-Grass Backyard Ideas for Turf Haters
    Tired of plain old grass? These nine cheap alternatives will help you get the yard of your dreams.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 25, 2023
    7 Tips for Protecting Your Plants from Frost, According to Pros
    Home Projects
    Here’s what to know before cold weather sets in.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 25, 2023
    8 Gardening Tasks to Do in Fall for a Gorgeous Yard Next Spring
    Home Projects
    A little work now will mean major payoff next year.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 25, 2023
    Boost Your Curb Appeal with These Small Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
    Home Projects
    Small front yards can still be big on style, and these 10 landscaping ideas prove it.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 25, 2023
    14 Flowers to Plant in Containers This Fall, According to Experts
    Home Projects
    Cooler weather doesn’t mean you need to give up on beautiful containers until spring. Instead, try one (or more!) of these pro picks.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 25, 2023
    8 Annoying Sounds Your Home Might Be Making — And How to Fix Them
    Home Projects
    From drips to squeaks to buzzes, here’s how to deal with the sounds that might be driving you up the wall.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 13, 2023
    The 6 Things You Should Always Look for When Thrifting for Your Home
    Living
    Here’s what to seek out — and what to avoid.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 12, 2023
    For a Pro-Approved Beginner Plant Project, Grow Potted Sunflowers
    HOME PROJECTS
    You might think of sunflowers as being giant and unwieldy, but certain varieties are perfect for containers. Here’s what to know.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 31, 2023
    All of Your Questions About Power Button On/Off Symbols, Answered
    Living
    Never question which one is “off” again.
    Jason Yang
    Aug 24, 2023
    My Wardrobe Is 90% Secondhand — These Are My 4 Top Thrifting Tips
    Living
    Inexpensive and unique? It’s a win-win.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 16, 2023
    Why It’s So Hard to Find a Contractor — And How to Make It Easier
    Home Projects
    If you feel like hiring pros is especially hard right now, you’re not imagining it. Here’s how to navigate the shortage.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 7, 2023
    3 Golden Rules of Finishing a Weekend DIY, According to Serial DIYers
    Home Projects
    Yes, it can be done! Here’s how.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 3, 2023
    10 Free Educational Apps to Make Your Kids’ Phone Time Count
    Living
    According to parents, students, tutors, and teachers.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 28, 2023
    If You Love Thrifting, You Need To Know About Shopping “The Bins”
    Home Projects
    You probably haven’t shopped a Goodwill like this before.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 22, 2023
    This Might Be the Most Manageable Way to Pay for Aging in Place Renovations
    REAL ESTATE
    Here’s how to use a HELOC.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 19, 2023
    7 Things You Should Never Spend Money on at the Airport
    Don’t let a long layover turn into a shopping spree.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 11, 2023
    The Overlooked Section I Always Make a Beeline for at Thrift Stores
    Living
    Try this hack at your local thrift store — plus, five other clever tips.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 3, 2023
    5 Reasons More Millennials and Gen Zers Prefer Using Travel Agents
    Travel
    It can save you so much stress.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jun 22, 2023
    8 Beach Games to Play All Summer Long
    Living
    They’re fun enough to make you put down your beach read.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 29, 2023
    4 Things to Pack for Your Next Cruise — And 4 Things to Leave at Home
    Living
    Hold onto your hat.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 24, 2023
    I Own a Timeshare — I Don't Think They Deserve Their Bad Reputation
    Real Estate
    Here’s why.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 15, 2023
    8 Grocery Staples You Can Buy at Your Local Dollar Store
    Living
    From oat milk to frozen fruit, take a trip to the dollar store.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 14, 2023
    My Mom Owned an Antique Shop — Here Are Her 3 Tips for Finding Gems
    She traded antiques for 30 years.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 10, 2023
    You Deserve an Adult Spring Break
    Living
    Plus, five ideas for where to go.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 27, 2023
    The Souvenir I Always Bring Home from a Trip, No Matter Where I Go
    Living
    It’s worth saving a little space in your luggage.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 22, 2023
    8 "Mindful Spending" Ideas to Try This Year, According to a Financial Therapist
    And budget-savvy TikTokers.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 20, 2023
    What Is the MLS, Anyway? Real Estate Agents Explain
    Here’s what to know.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 11, 2023
    I Never Liked Ranch-Style Houses — But Now I Live in One (And Love It)
    Here's why.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 6, 2023
    6 Plants That Definitely Belong in Your Bedroom
    If you want to breathe new life into your sleeping quarters but aren't sure where to start, here are the plants experts say will make beautiful additions to your bedroom. 
    Jennifer Prince
    Feb 27, 2023
    The Mistake My Mom Would Never Make Again After Her Horrendous Moving Experience
    It was an expensive lesson.
    Jennifer Prince
    Feb 20, 2023
    4 Reasons Why Some Boomers Don't Want to Downsize Anymore
    Not everyone wants to pare down their belongings.
    Jennifer Prince
    Feb 16, 2023
    The Time-Saving Pet Product I Could Never Again Live Without, as a Mom of 5 Cats
    It's a total game changer.
    Jennifer Prince
    Feb 8, 2023
    4 Things You May Not Know About Vrbo
    It's the site vying to become your go-to for vacation rentals.
    Jennifer Prince
    Feb 5, 2023