Travel
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Get High: 12 Spectacular Balloon Festivals From Coast to Coast
The oldest and most basic flight mechanism in human history, hot-air balloons first appeared as toys in China in the third century. Nearly 1,500 years later, in September 1783, brothers Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier launched a hot-air balloon carrying three…
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20 Money-Saving Ski Passes for More Fun at More Places
Skiing and snowboarding are notoriously expensive pastimes. Last season, the average price of an adult weekend lift ticket at the nation’s resorts was $109. Frequent skiers and riders, however, can cut the cost significantly by purchasing a season pass to…
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Frugal Fall Fun: 50 Free and Cheap Festivals That Celebrate Autumn
The end of summer means a new world of agricultural delights and gorgeous autumnal scenery, plus a whole lot of events honoring the new season. There’s a rich variety of fall festivals held across the nation, whether they be German…
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14 Under-the-Radar Places With Amazing Fall Foliage
New England comes first to mind for taking in fall’s brilliant hues of yellow, red, orange, and green, but there are gorgeous locations around the country with fall colors that would impress even a lifetime leaf peeper. Here are some…
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See a Game for Less: The Cheapest Teams in Every Pro League
Going to a sporting event can be pricey, but some stadiums are cheaper than others. Each season, Team Marketing Report ranks the most and least expensive teams across the major professional sports leagues. The publisher of sports marketing and sponsorship…
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Keep That Healthy Glow: 13 Tips for Prolonging Your Summer Tan
After dedicating hours by the pool or enjoying weekends at the beach, sunbathers want to preserve that vibrant glow as long as possible. Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean a tan has to suffer the same fate.…
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20 Fall Weather Essentials Under $50
Fall isn’t far off, and with it comes a temptation to buy a host of cold-weather gear for the kitchen, the yard, and everything in between. Frugal consumers can get…
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13 Great Places to Go Skinny-Dipping
If you haven’t gone skinny dipping — felt the one-of-a-kind sensation of submerging naked in a natural body of water — it’s something to put on your bucket list. For…
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18 Scenic Ferry Rides
When traveling, sometimes the best way to get the lay of the land is to get away from the land itself. Dinner cruises and whale watches promise unique experiences, but…
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18 Standout State Fairs With Free Attractions
Between rides, food, and souvenirs, fun at the fair can add up fast. But there’s no need to avoid this summer tradition in fear of overspending when you can visit…
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What’s the Best Low-Cost Airline?
For many travelers, cheap airfare is a vital part of an affordable summer trip. Smaller airlines known in the industry as low-cost carriers, or LCCs, traditionally try to undercut legacy…
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All Aboard: 11 Affordable, Scenic Railroad Trips
There’s a certain nostalgia associated with train travel — the magnificent expanses and glittering cityscapes, the sound of the train whistle, the clatter of the rails, and the beauty of…
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11 of the Coolest Races for Runners This Summer
Running alone outside or in the gym is satisfying for some, but many runners crave a bit of competition, motivation to train, or just some good old-fashioned fun. That’s where…
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12 Ways Booking Direct May Get You a Better Deal
Third-party booking websites that offer travelers a one-stop shop for hotel reservations, airline seats, and other services are almost as old as the Internet itself. They save the work of…
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25 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Rome
Rome wasn’t built in a day, but travelers can get plenty of sightseeing done in a few days while visiting the capital of Italy. Tourists keen to see major attractions…
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50 Unique Vacation Rentals for $85 a Night or Less
From a shotgun house in Louisiana to a cozy log cabin in the woods in Alaska and a charming cottage in Kentucky, there are countless intriguing, colorful, and inviting vacation…
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11 Cheap Ways to Make Time Fly at the Airport
As summer begins and airport waits grow longer, travelers will have ample time to contemplate their navels before taking flight. There are only so many magazines to read, so try…
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24 Great Golf Courses to Play for Less Than $50
Not every golf game requires a club membership or three-figure greens fee to play. Even at more expensive golf courses, including some members-only clubs, it’s possible to get decent discounts…
