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The Pack Up + Go blog is a collection of travel tips, an exploration of amazing US destinations, and info about how our Trips work!

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Reasons to Take a Solo Vacation

There are many benefits to traveling solo and experiencing destinations in a new way, on your own terms. Solo travel creates the opportunity for a different approach that will help you push your limits. If you’re thinking about heading out on a solo trip, let us help convince you it is a great idea!

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Unique Spring Break Destination Ideas

Spring break is a time to unwind, explore new places, and spend quality time with friends or family. If you're open to skipping the crowded (and more expensive!) beaches and experience something a little different, we’ve got the perfect destinations for you. At Pack Up + Go, we love curating vacations that offer something unique, fun, and memorable – maybe in a destination you never would have thought to visit! Here are five surprising and unique spring break destinations that our team loves.

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How To Book A Surprise Trip With Your Long-Distance Besties

If you have long-distance besties, you know how precious the moments you spend together truly are.

Maybe you take turns visiting each other’s cities every year or try to plan a trip to a new destination for an annual reunion. If you’ve done the latter, you know how difficult and time-consuming it can be to plan a trip with multi-city departures, especially if there are more than just two travelers! Luckily, Pack Up + Go has an expert team of Trip Planners who can coordinate transportation, accommodations, and curate the activities for the vacation, taking away all your planning stress. And, you get the added bonus of spontaneity by going on a Surprise Trip, so the anticipation is even higher leading up to departure!

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The Best Cities for Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day 

One of the liveliest holidays is nearly upon us, and we’re feeling lucky! While it's true that several cities across the US love to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, there are a few that stand out from the crowd. We gathered our top 5 favorite destinations that know how to do it best, from parades to bar crawls and even green rivers!

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Guide for First-Time Flyers

Flying for the first time can feel overwhelming, but this guide will make your first flight a breeze. For information on what to do before, during, and after your flight, we have you covered.

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Our Favorite Fall Foliage Destinations

Autumn is knocking at your door.

The US boasts a plethora of stunning locations to flock to in order to take in the beauty of the changing leaves. Depending on the region, peak leaf-peeping season is between late September to mid-October, so now is the time to plan your trip. We’ve gathered a few of our favorite spots to visit during this time.

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