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Thanksgiving Traditions: North vs. South

While we can’t support all Southern culinary traditions wholeheartedly (does everything have to be fried?), we will assert without a twinge of regret that a Southern Thanksgiving beats a Northern one, hands-down. Not only do Southerners not feel compelled to create a meal that unerringly honors the one our forefathers are said to have enjoyed, but they accept everyone’s contributions without reservation. As a result, the table groans with good (if unrelated) things, akin to a church potluck.

So, join us as we point out the distinctions between a Southern Thanksgiving and a Northern one, from side dishes to desserts to the main course. We may have a few biases, and you're welcome to disagree with our choices. But either way your opinion swings, you're sure to discover great traditions to stand behind, not to mention a slew of can't-beat recipes to try this year.

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Travel Tips: Getting a Passport

As with any government endeavor, getting a passport can be a daunting prospect. There are forms to fill out, documentation to obtain, circumstances to pin down, and rules to honor and obey. It’s a lot to face. Add in the detail-following, the extended process, and the necessity of national security, and it can almost result in inactivity. Nevertheless, a passport is mandatory if you expect to travel internationally, so the best thing to do is break down the various components and get moving.

Although the US Department of State website (http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html) is the definitive resource on all things passport-related, 10Best can help you hit the high points and determine what needs to be done. The biggest considerations amid all the data-gathering are to make sure that you acquire and provide all of the paperwork requested and that you plan in advance – obtaining a passport is not about immediate gratification. Take things a step at a time, and you’ll be exploring the world before long!

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Brice's Travel Essentials

An inveterate traveler, 10Best CEO Brice Bay regularly hits the road for much of each month, attending business meetings, participating in industry conventions, and scouting out new opportunities. With such a hectic schedule, he's learned through experience and by necessity how to get the most out of his time and how to travel smartly.

For this installment of Brice’s packing tips, check out the ten essential items that he never leaves behind. They may seem straightforward, but thanks to years of packing and traveling experience, Brice knows that these takealongs ensure smooth journeys and minimal stress. For more details on his clothing tips, take a look at his packing checklist.

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Head Out to a Picnic-Perfect Park

Lazing about in a haven of green grass and sun-dappled trees is a summer mainstay, and adding a simple meal to the leisurely mix amplifies the pleasure that much more. Discover a few of our favorite American parks for whiling away a relaxing afternoon, and take advantage of quick, easy recipes that travel well and pack a welcome punch of flavor and good-for-you ingredients.

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Brice's Packing Tips

An inveterate traveler, 10Best CEO Brice Bay regularly hits the road for much of each month, attending business meetings, participating in industry conventions, and scouting out new opportunities. With such a hectic schedule, he's learned through experience and by necessity how to get the most out of his time and how to travel smartly.

For this installment, discover Brice's personal packing tips, along with his suggestions for making sure you have everything you need and aren't weighed down by things that you don't. For more details, take a look at his packing checklist.

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