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Cassandra Brooklyn is a travel expert, freelance writer, and the founder of EscapingNY, a travel consultancy specializing in off-the-beaten path travel around the world. When she’s not leading group trips to Cuba, Mexico, and Jordan, you can find her leading graffiti and culture bicycle tours in New York City. You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.

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These Anti-Chafing Shorts Gave My Sweaty Thighs Some Relief

CHAFE SAFE

These anti-chafing shorts keep you cool (and dry) on hot days.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Mar 10, 2025

I Finally Found a Shampoo to Give My Limp Hair Some Volume

GOOD HAIR DAY

This color-safe shampoo and conditioner set gives thin hair a boost.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Feb 24, 2025

How TikTok Made a Once ‘Dangerous’ Country a Tourist Hotspot

BUENA ONDA

This tiny Central American republic used to be infamous for its gang violence, but thanks to social media it’s becoming a popular destination for travelers.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Dec 08, 2023

Europe Really Loves Black Friday Now—Wait, WTF?

CAPITALISM THE WORLD OVER

There is no Thanksgiving in Europe, but that hasn’t stopped the continent from going all-in on Black Friday sales. What’s going on here?

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Nov 24, 2023

I Travel Nonstop—These Are My Favorite Packing Cubes

COMPRESSION MADE EASY

These lightweight cubes save space and keep me organized when I’m on the go.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Sep 07, 2023

This Tiny Country Is a Less Crowded, Less Pricey Costa Rica

IT’S STILL A BIG WORLD

Sorry, Costa Rica, but Honduras is the next Central American hotspot for adventurous travelers who want to skip the crowds and save a buck.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Apr 18, 2023

These Self-Watering Plants Are Almost Impossible to Kill

GREEN THUMB ALERT

If you love plants but can’t seem to keep them alive, you need an EasyPlant.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Mar 08, 2023

These Islands Are Like Hawaii But Without the Crowds

IT’S STILL A BIG WORLD

Skip Hawaii’s crowds and head to French Polynesia for a more intimate tropical island experience.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Mar 06, 2023

This Is the Best Way to See the Grand Canyon

SIMPLY THE BEST

To really appreciate the Grand Canyon, you need to explore it from the water.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Oct 28, 2022

Our Favorite Smokeless Fire Pit is 30% Off Today!

IT’S GETTING HOT IN HERE

Big flames and low smoke, this is the perfect fire pit to upgrade your backyard with.

Cassandra Brooklyn | Published Oct 11, 2022

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