Travel
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25 Beautiful Summer Vacation Spots If You Hate the Beach
Summer is often associated with sandy beach days and dips in the ocean, but what if the beach just doesn’t do it for you? Unpack your swimsuits and put away your boogie boards: There are more than enough stunning destinations…
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43 Free or Cheap Things to Do in New York City
New York City is among the most expensive places in the world to live or to visit, but it’s also among the richest in free or inexpensive things to do and cheap places to eat. If you’re planning a visit…
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Cheerwine and More Regional Sodas the Rest of the Country Needs
The biggest brands in some industries are so dominant we can forget there’s a wider variety of options to choose from. This is surely the case when it comes to soft drinks, with big names such as Coca-Cola and Pepsi…
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Food Trucks Worth Following in Every Major City
There were already legions of loyal food truck fanatics who always preferred restaurants on wheels before the pandemic. But when America’s restaurant industry collapsed, a whole lot of sit-down traditionalists realized that they’d been ignoring gems that had been hiding…
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Where to Vacation if You Hate Bugs (and Where to Avoid)
As summer arrives in full force, in many places, so do the bugs. If you’re like most outdoor enthusiasts, mosquitoes and black flies are on your list of things to avoid on summer vacation. To help you plan your vacation…
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Best Waterfalls in the U.S. That Are Easy and Affordable to Visit
Discover breathtaking U.S. waterfalls in state and national parks, many with low entry fees and easy access for visitors.
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Oldest General Stores in America
Long before supermarkets, general stores were at the heart of Americans’ commercial lives, especially in smaller rural communities where they served as a town hub. Remnants of this outmoded way…
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We Tried 4 Bug Sprays and This Is the Best
There are a lot of great things about summer. Bugs are not one of them. Pesky insects have the potential to ruin backyard bliss and leave you more concerned about…
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Famous Places to Revisit the 1960s in America and Beyond
More than any other postwar decade, the 1960s are as much a legend as they are an actual decade — and one full of contradictions, meaning different things to different…
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23 Indulgent Theme Park Foods to Try This Summer
From iconic classics to creative new bites, these theme park foods have earned praise from visitors and food critics alike.
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Where to Go for a Budget-Friendly Summer Vacation in All 50 States
Summertime brings longer days and warm-weather wanderlust. Whether you hit a park, take a tour, attend an event, drive a scenic byway, or explore a destination dish by dish, there…
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19 All-Inclusive Resorts Right Here in the U.S.
All-inclusive resorts make vacations easy and can be a good value considering all they have to offer, especially when they’re not in faraway tropical locales. Although they’ve long been associated with…
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How to Repel Bugs Naturally (and Cheaply)
Insects such as mosquitoes, fleas, and wasps have always been a major drawback of the summer months, and with many people opting out of summer getaways to stay home, it won’t…
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Is Cruising a Cheaper Way to Retire?
For seniors seeking to shed the burden of owning a home during retirement, the traditional path is often a retirement community. However, more seniors are opting for a different approach…
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Great Summer Festivals in All 50 States
There are plenty of reasons to look forward to summer, not the least of which is the endless variety of festivals that take place in every state in the country.…
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14 Budget-Friendly Destinations for Your Next Florida Vacation
Move over, Disney. There’s no need to spend several thousand on a Florida dream vacation. While theme parks and fancy resorts snag a large chunk of tourists’ attention (and dollars),…
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These Zion National Park Vacation Rentals Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters
Established in 1919, Zion National Park has welcomed visitors to its breathtaking environs for over a century. Its trademark reddish canyon walls make sunrises and sunsets an unparalleled viewing experience,…
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Relaxing Lake Resorts for a Summer Escape
Spending lazy days at the lake might be the most American of vacations. Afternoons in a canoe, evenings making s’mores by the fire — trips to the lake are all…
