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Erste Kreuzfahrt mit Disney: 3 Dinge würde ich anders machen
Meine Freundin und ich haben zusammen sieben Kinder, darunter drei Zwillingspaare. Wir haben ganz allein eine Disney-Kreuzfahrt gemacht. Ich fand die Bereiche nur für Erwachsene, die Quizspiele, die Wellnessbehandlungen und das Entspannen auf Disneys Privatinsel toll. Ich plane bereits eine weitere Disney-Kreuzfahrt mit meinen Kindern, obwohl ich es vielleicht vorziehen würde, ohne sie zu fahren.
I took my first Disney cruise without kids and loved it. There are 3 things I'd do differently next time.
The author took her first cruise trip on the Disney Wish. Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link "You've never been on a cruise?" my friend basically yelled at me while we were planning an adults-only trip away from our kids. She insisted that cruising with her grandparents as an adult was one of the best trips she's ever taken.
I took my first Disney cruise without kids and loved it. There are 3 things I'd do differently next time.
3 hours ago Imagine you're walking around an amusement park in October while it's Halloween themed. The air is crisp, you've got a giant pretzel, you're strolling with friends to get in line for the roller coaster. Out of the corner of your eye, you see tall man dressed in all black with skeletal face paint …
I took my first Disney cruise without kids and loved it. There are 3 things I'd do differently next time.
The author took her first cruise trip on the Disney Wish.Courtesy of the author My first Disney cruise was a hit, but I learned to book spa treatments earlier, pack lighter, and leave more time to relax. • My friend and I have 7 kids between us, including 3 sets of twins. We took a Disney cruise alone. • I loved the adults-only spaces, trivia games, spa treatments, and relaxing on Disney's private island.
I've been to Iguazú Falls countless times. Seeing them under a full moon was something else. Original
The author went on a full-moon walk at Iguazú Falls at night. Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link I'm originally from Argentina and grew up in Brazil, so I've been to the Iguazú Falls — which sit between the two countries — plenty of times. This year, I decided to take my husband and kids to see the world's largest waterfall system, since they had never been before.
Disney World ohne unsere Kinder: Warum wir das wieder tun würden
Ich bin mit einer Freundin nach Disney World gefahren, anstatt unsere Kinder mitzunehmen. Wir haben an einem einzigen Tag die Hollywood Studios, das Magic Kingdom und Epcot besucht. Es war überraschend leer. Da uns keine Kinder aufhielten, konnten wir 12 Fahrgeschäfte ausprobieren und alles in unserem eigenen Tempo erkunden. Meine Freundin und ich hatten das Gefühl, dass wir mal wieder einen Ausflug ohne unsere Kinder hätten machen sollen.
We rode 12 rides at Disney World without paying for Lightning Lanes. The secret was leaving our kids at home. Original
The author and her friend went to three parks at Disney World. Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link My friend and I felt like we were overdue for a trip without our kids. Between the two of us, we have seven children, ranging in age from 6 to 10, including three pairs of twins.
As a mom of 3, I get why all the soccer moms are trading their canvas totes for Bogg Bags
I'm one of those weird people who doesn't like carrying a purse. I have a phone case that is a wallet and holds my credit card, ID, and health insurance. I keep a pair of sunglasses in my car in case I need them. And I always wear clothes with pockets. But when I had kids, I realized that the days of not having to carry a bag were gone. I needed something to keep all their things contained. I have three kids, ages 7, 5, and 5, so I'm always lugging three water bottles and tons of snacks for everyone.
Erziehung: Meine Kinder sollen sich langweilen – aus diesem Grund
Statt voller Terminkalender setzt diese Familie auf Langeweile, spontane Treffen und mehr gemeinsame Zeit. Courtesy of the author Ich habe drei Kinder im Alter von acht Jahren und jünger – und wie vielen Eltern fällt es mir schwer, sie während der Sommerferien zu beschäftigen. Vergangenes Jahr meldeten wir sie für neun aufeinanderfolgende Wochen in Feriencamps an. Am Ende waren wir alle erschöpft – deshalb haben wir es in diesem Sommer deutlich ruhiger angehen lassen.
Ich schickte meine Kinder 9 Wochen in Feriencamps – das bereue ich bis heute
Statt voller Terminkalender setzt diese Familie auf Langeweile, spontane Treffen und mehr gemeinsame Zeit. Courtesy of the author Ich habe drei Kinder im Alter von acht Jahren und jünger – und wie vielen Eltern fällt es mir schwer, sie während der Sommerferien zu beschäftigen. Vergangenes Jahr meldeten wir sie für neun aufeinanderfolgende Wochen in Feriencamps an. Am Ende waren wir alle erschöpft – deshalb haben wir es in diesem Sommer deutlich ruhiger angehen lassen.
Warum ich diesen Sommer wenig mit meinen Kindern unternehme
Statt voller Terminkalender setzt diese Familie auf Langeweile, spontane Treffen und mehr gemeinsame Zeit. Courtesy of the author Ich habe drei Kinder im Alter von acht Jahren und jünger – und wie vielen Eltern fällt es mir schwer, sie während der Sommerferien zu beschäftigen. Vergangenes Jahr meldeten wir sie für neun aufeinanderfolgende Wochen in Feriencamps an. Am Ende waren wir alle erschöpft – deshalb haben wir es in diesem Sommer deutlich ruhiger angehen lassen.
Last summer, I signed up my kids for too many camps. This summer, we leaned into getting bored.
The author decided to sign her kids up for fewer summer camps this year. Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link By the time September rolled around and my kids' school started again, we were all exhausted. But not from hearing my kids say "I'm bored" for the 11th time in an hour during summer break, but rather because we overcommitted to too many summer camps.
Last summer, I signed up my kids for too many camps. This summer, we leaned into getting bored. Original
By the time September rolled around and my kids' school started again, we were all exhausted. But not from hearing my kids say "I'm bored" for the 11th time in an hour during summer break, but rather because we overcommitted to too many summer camps. I had to have major surgery in early July and figured sending my kids to nine consecutive weeks of camp was a great idea. They'd be out of the house, entertained with their friends.
Ausgewandert in die USA: Jetzt stecke ich in der „Sandwich-Generation“ fest
Die Autorin fühlt sich zwischen ihren Eltern und ihren Kindern hin- und hergerissen. Courtesy of the author Ich bin ein Einzelkind und lebe mit meinen drei Kinder in einem anderen Land als dem, in dem meine Eltern leben. Da meine Eltern älter werden, plagen mich Schuldgefühle, weil ich nicht in ihrer Nähe wohne. Aber ich möchte es eben auch nicht verpassen, meine eigenen Kinder direkt vor meinen Augen aufwachsen zu sehen.
I moved from Argentina to the US. Now I'm torn between spending time with my young kids or my aging parents.
Growing up, I always told my parents I was never getting married or having kids. It was a blow to them, because I'm an only child and they were really looking forward to being grandparents. Fast forward many decades, and I met my now-husband, who changed my mind. I saw him play with our friends' kids and figured if I was going to try to have kids with someone, it'd be with him and him only. I'm now the mom of three kids ages 8 and under.
I moved from Argentina to the US. Now I'm torn between spending time with my young kids or my aging parents. Original
Growing up, I always told my parents I was never getting married or having kids. It was a blow to them, because I'm an only child and they were really looking forward to being grandparents. Fast forward many decades, and I met my now-husband, who changed my mind. I saw him play with our friends' kids and figured if I was going to try to have kids with someone, it'd be with him and him only. I'm now the mom of three kids ages 8 and under.
WM 2026: Das gab es alles für VIP-Tickets im Stadium
Für Argentiniens WM-Spiel gönnte ich mir VIP-Tickets – und bereue keinen Euro. Courtesy of the author Für das WM-Spiel Argentiniens waren reguläre Tickets auf dem Zweitmarkt kaum bezahlbar. Überraschend waren Hospitality-Tickets günstiger als manche Standardkarten – inklusive Verpflegung und VIP-Service. Vor allem für den 81-jährigen Vater der Autorin machte der Komfort den Stadionbesuch deutlich angenehmer.
I splurged on VIP tickets to see Argentina in the World Cup. The convenience made it worth it, especially for my 81-year-old father.
The author went to see Argentina against Cape Verde in Miami. Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link When I heard the World Cup was being played in the US, Mexico, and Canada, I was excited because I figured I could watch as many games in person as I liked. Then the ticket prices came out, and I realized I would not be able to make my dream come true.
I splurged on VIP tickets to see Argentina in the World Cup. The convenience made it worth it, especially for my 81-year-old father. Original
When I heard the World Cup was being played in the US, Mexico, and Canada, I was excited because I figured I could watch as many games in person as I liked. Then the ticket prices came out, and I realized I would not be able to make my dream come true. Then I learned about hospitality tickets, and I figured this was once in a lifetime type of experience. Fútbol is my passion I'm from Argentina and grew up watching our national team play.
My family of 5 went to see the Mets at Citi Field. Having lounge access made such a difference with our kids. Original
After weeks of chatting on Tinder, my now-husband and I decided to meet in person. Days before our date, he texted me to ask if I was into baseball. I told him I had no idea about the sport, but I'd watch a game with him. That was 12 years ago. Since, we've gotten married three times, had three children, and watched many baseball games together. My husband, a die-hard Pirates fan, wanted our kids to love the sport too.
My family of 5 outgrew our Subaru Outback. The hybrid Mazda CX-90 might be the solution for space and cost of living. Original
For the last eight years, our Subaru Outback has stepped up to the challenge of taking my family of five, plus two dogs, everywhere we go. We call it the "kid car" because it can handle anything, including flying snacks in the back seat. But as my kids grow, we need a bigger car — mostly so I can stop hearing them complain about their legs touching. On a recent trip to Florida, we tested a Mazda CX-90, designed with family chaos in mind.
My kids rarely get screen time. 'Toy Story 5' reinforced why. Original
Editor's note: There are spoilers for "Toy Story 5" in this article. When I first became a mom eight years ago, I had no idea what parenting style I would follow. The only thing I was certain about was that my kids wouldn't have toys with batteries. This wasn't because of something I read or any advice I heard from our pediatrician. I found toys that make noise and light up utterly annoying, so I leaned heavily into old-school wooden Montessori toys.
These $70 satin Adidas pants are the latest status symbol in mom groups. They're totally worth it. Original
I'm very easy to influence. So when I started seeing the Adidas Originals Wide Leg Satin Animal Print Pants pop up in almost every one of my mom and fashion groups on Facebook, I knew that they were going to become a thing. Loading audio narration... I have been in enough mom group trend cycles to know that when something hits this fever pitch, there's usually a reason. So I did what any reasonable person would do: I went to find them.
I left my family to see No Doubt at The Sphere. It reminded me about who I was before I had kids. Original
My family had just moved to Brazil, and I had to beg my parents to let me go to a music festival with all of my new high school friends. It was going to be the first time I'd be going to a show without them supervising me. Loading audio narration... They were reluctant, but after chatting with other parents, they all agreed that it was time for my group of 13-year-old girlfriends to experience some independence. So they dropped us off at the stadium's door and told us to be back by midnight.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy I took my kids — all under 8 — to Epic Universe. Here are 5 things that made our visit a total success
cpreti@insider.com (Conz Preti) My three kids, all under 8, are obsessed with Super Mario Bros. During a recent trip to Florida, we visited Epic Universe in Orlando. Getting Express Passes was key to riding all the rides we wanted. My three kids are 8, 6, and 6, and totally obsessed with Mario and his friends. We've watched both movies multiple times, played Super Mario Bros. on several gaming systems, and have plenty of stuffed toys of each character.
I took my kids — all under 8 — to Epic Universe. Here are 5 things that made our visit a total success. Original
My three kids are 8, 6, and 6, and totally obsessed with Mario and his friends. We've watched both movies multiple times, played Super Mario Bros. on several gaming systems, and have plenty of stuffed toys of each character. Loading audio narration... I had taken my oldest to the Super Nintendo World in California years ago, but now that my twins are older, I wanted to take them too. On a recent trip to Florida, we decided to stop in Orlando for 24 hours to visit Epic Universe.
I don't know if I'd want my teen self to know where I am now, without one of the most important people in my life Original
This interview is based on a conversation with alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... The first big move was from Colorado to the East Coast when I was 7. I was devastated. I left all my friends. I left snowy, sunny Colorado, and we moved to New Hampshire. I had never experienced rain in the wintertime. I think I was pretty depressed for quite some time, definitely through that first winter.
I took my 8-year-old to the Miami Grand Prix. We enjoyed all the events, but the heat was unbearable. Original
I always joke that my dad really wanted a son, but instead he had me, an only daughter. He made me a huge sports fan. Like him, I love soccer, and we also bonded over watching F1 races. Loading audio narration... When my son was born, my dad was over the moon about having an eventual buddy for all his sports adventures. He got my son really into racing, and they watched the F1 together every Sunday. The author really enjoyed her first F1 experience.
I took my 8-year-old to the Miami Grand Prix. We enjoyed all the events, but the heat was unbearable.
The Miami Grand Prix has been brought forward three hours due to weather concerns - but how would the arrival of rain influence what appears to be a …
I spent nearly $1,700 for my family to see Messi play for Inter Miami. It was worth it, but not everything was perfect.
cpreti@insider.com (Conz Preti) I'm from Argentina and a huge fan of Lionel Messi. While vacationing in Miami, I decided to attend an Inter Miami game at their new stadium. The $1 billion brand-new stadium is impressive, and my tickets had me so close to the players. When my coworkers found out I was pregnant, they gifted my unborn son a teeny tiny Lionel Messi jersey. That was his first of many jerseys he has had in his eight years of life. I'm from Argentina, and a huge soccer fan.
I spent nearly $1,700 for my family to see Messi play for Inter Miami. It was worth it, but not everything was perfect.
Hegseth tightens control at Pentagon, defiant and more confident than ever Trump’s combative defense secretary has grown more self-assured of his job security despite his early missteps in the role, people familiar with the matter said. In the days before his abrupt dismissal, Navy Secretary John Phelan had grievances to air. The billionaire campaign contributor — and …
Sometimes my adult kids don't get along. I'm their mother, but it's not my job to fix their problems.
I grew up close to family, but over time, we lost that connection. • That loss shaped how I think about my own children's relationships. • I hope my kids stay close and work through conflicts as they grow. It's been well over two decades since I've seen my brother. Although he's five years older, we were close growing up. When he left for college, he rarely returned home, choosing to live in his college town year-round, but we kept in touch.
I'm a mom of 4 and can't keep up with rising costs. We are using our retirement savings to cover expenses. Original
In Maine, where I am raising my family, electricity costs have risen exponentially. The average Mainer spends $175 a month on this bill alone — just to keep the lights on. Loading audio narration... My average electric bill is $300 a month. Oil prices have increased, as have gas and groceries. Middle-class families across the country face similar financial challenges. Prices continue to outpace salaries. For my family of six, this has led to a few changes, and none of them are positive.
My parents opened a bowling center when I was an infant. Now, I'm a millionaire thanks to my professional bowling career. Original
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jason Belmonte. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... My career in professional bowling began before I was born, on a rainy day with some bored relatives. My parents had family visiting the small town where we all still live. It was the mid-80s, and bowling was just becoming a thing in bigger cities like Sydney. It was pouring rain during the visit, so the visitors asked if our town had a bowling alley.
I became friends with a woman 40 years older than me. She taught me how to live. Original
I met Marlee in a writing group. At the time, I was in my 30s with two young kids living in a starter house. She had responded to an ad that another writer friend and I had posted. We were looking to expand our critique group. Marlee's response was something along the lines of, "If you don't mind an old lady showing up, I'd love to join you." Loading audio narration... I wasn't sure what to expect.
I used an $80,000 inheritance from my uncle to start a business. Years later, we're approaching $1 million in revenue. Original
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Steph Mahon, founder of Dwell New Jersey, a Compass Real Estate group. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... When I made it through the initial months of the pandemic working in luxury retail, I thought I was safe. I even spent some money on renovating my deck and outdoor space at home. I was stunned when, in September 2020, my position was eliminated. My career goal had always been to climb the corporate ladder.
A facial injury changed my appearance — and my life. I'm strong and confident now, and I want others to feel the same. Original
This interview is based on a conversation with Sarah Hayles, 44, a mining engineer from Queensland, Australia. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... In August 2008, at 26, I had routine surgery to remove a pterygium. It's a tiny, non-cancerous growth on your eye, sometimes known as "surfer's eye," which, if left unchecked, could have affected my vision. As soon as I woke up from the anesthesia, I knew that something wasn't right.
I helped my 86-year-old dad plan his estate. It changed how I see my life. Original
I sat in a stiff chair next to my 86-year-old dad as a lawyer outlined the complicated rules of Medicaid law. Loading audio narration... My dad furrowed his brow, trying to understand the legal complexities that could mean the difference between being able to leave his home — where he'd lived for nearly 60 years — for my sisters and me, rather than having it confiscated as collateral should he die in a long-term care facility.
I got a Ph.D. because I couldn't stop arguing with my partner
Here is a secret about my academic career — my passion for the science of disagreement did not come from observing the harm that violent conflict sows in the world or studying the academic literature and identifying theoretical gaps that needed filling. Instead, it was primarily fueled by my years as a competitive ballroom dancer, training with, competing with, and regularly fighting with my partner and later husband, Ryan. Loading audio narration...
I ran a busy finance firm in NYC, but my stress got worse when I had surgery. Now I help high-achievers manage illness. Original
This interview is based on a conversation with Sydney Sajadi, 46, the founder and CEO of a wellness brand from Toronto. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... In the financial field, when I co-owned a real estate lending firm in New York City, I was the type of person who checked my emails first thing in the morning and last thing at night.
I'm 87 and work out regularly. I feel as fit as I did 40 years ago. Original
This interview is based on a conversation with Peter Brenner, 87, a retired senior food service manager from Westchester, New York. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... I had to depend on myself very young in life. I was raised by a stepmother. She and my stepsister died of tuberculosis toward the end of World War II. I spent the following two years in a sanatorium. Next, I was moved to an orphanage that operated like a military dictatorship.
I've worked with over 100 women returning to the workforce after career breaks. They all downplay their experience. Original
When I decided to leave my last position, I was tasked with finding my replacement. Loading audio narration... One woman I interviewed had taken a five-year career break. After a short introduction, I began the more formal interview questions, only to be met with, "I'm sorry.
My boyfriend and I founded a company while traveling the world. A year later, it did $33 million in sales. Original
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Tricia Redulla, cofounder of Sky and Sol. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... In 2023, my boyfriend Max hiked Mount Kilimanjaro. We had both been focused on improving our health, and the hike was a major accomplishment for him. On it, however, Max couldn't find a sunscreen that protected him without irritating his skin.
I stopped spending $2,000 a year at the nail salon. A $10 press-on find helps me still feel put together. Original
Earlier this year, I decided, for the first time, to see how much money I was spending on getting hard gel on my nails. Loading audio narration... The number came to over $2,000, which took my breath away. I didn't realize I was spending so much money, not to mention time, on my nails. With money becoming increasingly tight due to the higher cost of living and childcare, I knew I had to stop indulging in self-care. So four months ago, I stopped getting my nails done.
I'm a professional declutterer. Even I struggle to let go of books. Original
Some decluttering tasks are more emotionally charged than others, and paring down your library may be one of those. Loading audio narration... Look, I know you love your books. They're like members of your family; the idea of sending any of them to the thrift store, book sale, or even Tiny Library seems akin to sending Aunt Emily off on a Greyhound to nowhere. But would you set Aunt Emily on a shelf and then forget to talk to her or even look at her for years on end? Of course not.
Oil prices spike after failed US-Iran peace talks and Trump's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Original
Oil prices spiked past $100 per barrel after President Donald Trump imposed a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in response to failed peace talks between Iran and the US. Loading audio narration... Brent crude oil futures reached $102 per barrel on Sunday evening, up $7 from the previous close price. West Texas Intermediate also rose $7 to reach $104 a barrel. Oil prices have skyrocketed globally since the US and Israel's war on Iran began in February.
Suspect in Molotov attack on Sam Altman's home linked to AI Discord server Original
The 20-year-old suspect arrested after the Molotov cocktail attack on Sam Altman's $27 million home participated in a Discord server critical of AI development. Loading audio narration... PauseAI said the suspect, identified by several outlets as Daniel Alejandro Moreno-Gama, joined its server two years ago. The nonprofit organization is focused on temporarily pausing the development of frontier AI models — like OpenAI's GPT-5.4 — and mitigating the risks they pose.
At 18, I was managing a Wendy's. Years later, I earned a record $496,900 in a single bowling season. Original
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kyle Troup. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... Growing up, my parents used to pay me if I could beat them at bowling. I got $5 if I beat my mom, and $20 if I beat my dad, Guppy. He was a professional bowler with the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), and my brother and I often went to PBA events with him.
I spent decades in a stressful job that paid $30,000. At 53, I left to become a mailman and nearly tripled my salary. Original
This interview is based on a conversation with Jim Lexa, 63, a letter carrier from West Seneca, New York. It has been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... I never started out in journalism because of the money. I could have earned higher wages by staying in my job straight out of college, working in the kitchen of a diner chain.
I let my kids swear at home. It has improved our communication, and they are more open with me. Original
In our house, curse words aren't taboo. Loading audio narration... There's no punishment if someone mutters a frustrated word after dropping something or losing a game. At first glance, that might sound like an unusual parenting choice, maybe even a permissive one. The truth is, letting go of this particular rule has made our home calmer and our conversations more honest.
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