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Jennifer Prince

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    About Me

    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.

    Latest Stories

    This Brilliant Goodwill Trick Could Save You So Much Money
    It takes less than a minute!
    Jennifer Prince
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    7 Gifts You're Better Off Buying Thrifted
    Your recipient (and your wallet) will thank you.
    Jennifer Prince
    Dec 4, 2024
    8 Ways You Can Get Ready for an Extended Power Outage
    A little preparation goes a long way.
    Jennifer Prince
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    I Tried the VPN Hack for Cheaper Flights to See if It’s Too Good to Be True
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    Jennifer Prince
    Nov 1, 2024
    The Trade Secret to Buying an Air Purifier That Actually Works
    According to air quality experts.
    Jennifer Prince
    Oct 7, 2024
    The One Surprising Essential Pro Painters Say You Should Never Skimp on
    It’s not your brush!
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 27, 2024
    We Gave a Furniture Flipper $50 — Here's What She Bought at IKEA
    One of the picks is a total wild card!
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 26, 2024
    The One Thing You Need to Know When Deciding to Hire Thumbtack vs. Taskrabbit
    Here’s everything you need to know.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 9, 2024
    For a Pro-Approved Beginner Plant Project, Grow Potted Sunflowers
    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 23, 2024
    The One Thing a Pro Plumber Never Does in His Own Home
    It could cause a lot of problems down the road.
    Jennifer Prince
    Sep 6, 2024
    Dishwasher Not Draining? 5 Things to Try Before You Call a Pro
    This might be an easy DIY fix.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 31, 2024
    The Best Way to Cool Your Home in Dry Climates, According to Pros
    If you’re not using water to your advantage, you’re missing out.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 28, 2024

    Latest Stories

    Learn the Parts of a Toilet, and You’ll Save So Much Money on Easy Repairs
    It’s less complicated than it seems.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 28, 2024
    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
    The Huge Planting Mistake You're Probably Making (and How to Fix It!)
    It’s a must if you want your garden to be successful.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 13, 2024
    Dreaming of Moving to Iceland? Here's What to Know if You're American
    Reside in this bucket-list destination year-round.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 13, 2024
    The 1 Thing a Pro Gardener Does at Home This Month (You Should, Too!)
    If you only do one gardening task this month, make it this.
    Jennifer Prince
    Aug 9, 2024
    How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets So Well, They'll Look Like a Pro Did Them
    Want your DIY to look a little less like a DIY? Read this.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 30, 2024
    The One Easy Task a Pro Plumber Does at Home Every Month
    It takes just a minute, but it could save you hundreds of dollars in the future.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 16, 2024
    The 1 Major Mistake You’re Making with Your Grass This Summer
    It’s probably not what you think.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 15, 2024
    5 Pro Tips for Scoring a Late Hotel Checkout (for Less Stress and More Rest!)
    Put in that room service order.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 12, 2024
    We Asked 4 Experts for Their Best Early Hotel Check-in Tips
    Life
    Here’s the right way to go about requesting one, according to hotel pros.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jul 11, 2024
    Your Definitive Guide to Suitcase Sizes (Never Pay a Surprise Bag Fee Again!)
    How big can a carry-on be, again?
    Jennifer Prince
    Jun 20, 2024
    10 of the Best Cities for Antique Shopping (in Every Part of the U.S.)
    Here’s the summer road trip you need to take.
    Jennifer Prince
    Jun 10, 2024

    Latest Stories

    The #1 Houseplant Mistake You're Making (It's Killing Your Houseplants!)
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    Here’s how to do it gracefully.
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    Katie Holdefehr
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    10 Fresh Plant Finds for Outdoor Hanging Baskets (No Petunias Here!)
    Think outside the box… er, basket.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 16, 2024
    My Tried-and-True Tips for Shopping an Estate Sale (I’ve Been to 100!)
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    They're my favorite way to thrift.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 13, 2024
    This Underrated Houseplant Is Basically Impossible to Kill
    You don’t have a brown thumb — you just haven’t tried this plant yet.
    Jennifer Prince
    May 9, 2024
    15 Easy, Fast-Growing Flower Seeds for Impatient Gardeners and Novice Planters
    You can reap the colorful rewards in as few as 35 days.
    Cheryl Rafuse
    Apr 3, 2024
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    Molly Williams
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    The Secret to Getting a Pro-Level Result on Your Next DIY Paint Job
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    Make your DIY a real “wow.”
    Ashley Poskin
    Mar 30, 2024
    One Clever Question to Ask Next Time You Go Thrifting (You’ll Score the Best Deals!)
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    Asking this one question can pad your pockets with some extra savings.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 27, 2024
    The Biggest Red Flag to Watch for If You’re Hiring a Painter
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    If you spot this, back away immediately.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 26, 2024
    The 6 Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Kitchen Upgrades, According to DIY Experts
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    Get more impact for less time, less work, and less money.
    Jennifer Prince
    Mar 23, 2024