• Growing up, I struggled to travel with loved ones who weren't as interested in sightseeing as me. • Now, I've created the "50/50 Rule," which allows me to spend half of my vacation time alone. • I've found that spending some time by myself and some time with others is key to a great trip.

When I was a teenager, my family and I traveled more than 5,000 miles from San Marino (the country, not the city in California) to Seattle for vacation.

One of the places I was most excited to visit was the Museum of Pop Culture, but unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to fully enjoy it.

As I slowly took my time admiring the artwork and taking in the many exhibits, my group rushed through the experience — and I felt pressured to keep up. I left the stunning electric guitar display I was intere

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