Holidays
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Pumpkin Spice-Flavored Products You’ll Want to Try — and Which Ones to Skip
Many people enjoy a pumpkin spice latte in a toast to autumn, and pumpkin pie is certainly a seasonal delight. Not long ago, those two things pretty much made up the whole pumpkin spectrum for most of us. Not so…
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15 Adorable Photos of Patriotic Pets
For our third installment of pet photos after “Pets Working From Home” and “Staycationing Pets,” we got only dog pics — but we aren’t too upset about that, and neither should you be after seeing just how cute these stars-and-stripes-adorned…
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30 Simple Recipes for a Memorable Easter Brunch
Due to the pandemic, most of us won’t be able to gather family and friends together (indoors, at least) for a traditional Easter dinner this year. Brunch might be a simpler option for a smaller crowd. With simple recipes and…
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18 Surprising Facts About Easter Candy
Easter candy, it turns out, is a bigger deal to some people than attending church for the annual holiday, and some people even buy more candy for Easter than they buy for Halloween — just a couple facts about Americans and…
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Everything You Need to Know About Holiday Shopping and Returns at Your Favorite Stores
Every holiday shopping season, Amazon, Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and countless other retailers compete for your dollars. But great deals aren’t the only thing to look for. A generous return policy and extended return windows can make all the difference for both…
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Vintage Photos of Christmas Parades From When You Were a Kid
A parade is fun anytime of year, but it’s something special at Christmastime. There’s the excitement of seeing Santa, of course, and the thrill of being bundled up in the cold as marching bands, colorful floats, and decked out denizens…
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20 Creative Alternatives to a Traditional Christmas Dinner
The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s are a dinner-party delight. If ever there were a time to roll out the glitz and glam, this is it. And that often…
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50 Best Christmas Light Displays in America
The holidays aren’t just about spectacle, but it certainly helps enhance the magical, celebratory qualities for which the season is so beloved. That’s why, despite the pandemic, most communities around…
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How Holiday Travel Is Going to Be (Really) Different This Year
COVID-19 has certainly shaken up holiday travel plans this year, but the global health crisis hasn’t put the kibosh on year-end celebrations altogether. Instead, Americans are simply getting more creative…
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20 Haunted Houses and Attractions That Are Actually Open This Year
While the coronavirus has upended much of 2020, Halloween lovers need not despair. Though traditional trick-or-treating outings may not take place in many places, there are still plenty of haunted…
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Best Valentine’s Day Gifts from Walmart
Short on funds, time, or both? Looking for something a little more unique than a predictable bouquet of flowers? Walmart is here to rescue you this Valentine’s Day. We’ve combed…
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50 Best Small Towns to Visit in Winter
There’s something special about the charms of a small town during winter that warms the heart. Whether we’re strolling along a snow-dusted main street beneath twinkling holiday lights, or cozying…
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23 Most Beloved Christmas Collectibles
From those famed Hess trucks to every-year-a-new-one Hallmark ornament series, people collect all kinds of things for the holidays, unpacking them each season to proudly create one-of-a-kind displays. The bottom…
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Shop These Favorite Walmart Products of 2019
Walmart aims to be the low-price leader on everything in its cavernous stores, and it has been battling Amazon online by offering free two-day shipping on millions of items. One…
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33 Holiday Slow Cooker Recipes to Feed a Crowd
The holidays are busy for everyone. If you’re having guests over, one way to save time and effort is to utilize your slow cooker as much as possible. Most crock…
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Free Holiday Shipping: How Much You Have to Spend at Your Favorite Stores
No one likes to pay for shipping, and this holiday season, you won’t have to pay at many of the most popular retailers. Some are offering free shipping on all…
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You’ll Never Believe How Many Calories Are in These Popular Holiday Dishes
It’s no secret holiday meals are loaded with calories, not to mention sodium and excessive amounts of fat. The typical holiday dinner may have as much as 4,500 calories, so…
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21 Healthy Meal Hacks for the Holidays
For many, the holidays are the best time of year. The parties, the presents, the festive family gatherings — there’s so much to love. But for better or worse, all…
