About McLean Robbins

McLean Rob­bins is a Wash­ing­ton, D.C.-based lux­ury lifestyle writer spe­cial­iz­ing in travel, spas, and wed­dings. She writes reg­u­larly for the Travel Channel, Forbes Travel Guide, The Wash­ing­ton­ian, AOL, Robb Report, Pursuitist, and many more. Fol­low her on Twit­ter: @McLeanRobbins and on Google +
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Savvy Spending: Five Ways to Save on Travel in 2015

We're just a few weeks into the new year and I've already saved more than $1500 on pre-booked travel for trips planned in January and February. Really. Let me let you in on a little secret - my Savvy Spending tips aren't limited to member's clubs or fancy travel writer perks. They're easy hacks you can try yourself.
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Seen on Pinterest: Bacon, Ten Ways

Bacon. It’s not just for breakfast anymore. One of the things we’ve learned from spending some serious time on Pinterest?… more...
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12 Days of Pinterest Holiday Fun

We have the "12 Days of Christmas" stuck in our heads, and so we bring you this year's next best thing to our lovely recorded voices singing you a song ... the 12 Days of Pinterest Holiday Fun.
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Make Mine Mint – Inventive Items with the Holiday’s Favorite Flavor

When Starbucks comes out with red cups and it's officially "okay" again to order a Peppermint Mocha, it's hard not to get just a wee bit excited. But who should limit the minty goodness to just coffee? From sugar scrubs to cocoa to holiday ornaments, here are our favorite ways to keep the peppermint love going all season long.
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Seen on Pinterest: 9 Updates to Thanksgiving Favorites

My my, how fall has flown. When we left work today (in the dark!) we counted the days -- just over a few weeks until Thanksgiving. Whether you're preparing a feast for your family or are looking for a fabulous option for 'Friendsgiving', these creative Seen on Pinterest takes on Thanksgiving favorites are sure to be a huge hit.
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Seen on Pinterest: Creative (and mostly DIY) Costumes for Any Age

Don't get caught up in long lines at the party supply store this Halloween. Instead, take a DIY turn this season and try some of these creative costumes for any age. This week's Seen on Pinterest lets you explore everything from the must-have looks from Frozen to creative couples costumes that won't break the bank.
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Seen on Pinterest: Gluten Free for Beginners

We’ve recently discovered that a member of our family has Celiac Disease — the condition that causes an intolerance to wheat based products or those containing gluten. In helping our family member come up with new ways to re-engineer their lifestyle, we turned to Pinterest to catalog our recipes and common gluten-free conversion options. Whether you too have been asked to try gluten free for health reasons or are simply testing the trend like we are in solidarity, here are a few of our favorite resources for this week's "Seen on Pinterest" column.
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Savvy Spending: Five Favorites For Seasonal Fall Decor & Home Inspiration

We love making our homes look, smell and feel in tune with the seasons. The problem? If we raided the Pottery Barn catalog every time a new collection was released, we wouldn't be able to pay our mortgages. We also seem to generate a bigger collection of "Pinterest fails than we do DIY wins, so the "make-it-yourself" route isn't always the best bet. As a result, we've turned online for inspiration -- and found a slew of relatively affordable but high-end-look catalogs with great websites to bookmark for our new design and decor crushes.
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Seen on Pinterest: Six Tips to Transition Summer Style to Fall

It may be only August, but the days are already shorter than they were at summer’s peak, and the nights… more...
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Seen on Pinterest: Healthy, Simple Breakfast Favorites

It's well known that one of the best ways to start the day is with a healthy breakfast. But as the lazy days of summer draw to a close, our leisurely mornings grow fewer and further between. Try these healthy make-ahead options to start your morning on a good note.
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