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  • Historic Events So Ridiculous That They Sound Fake

    This AskReddit thread-inspired piece takes a look at various events that popped up throughout history that involved such strange behavior and outright conflicts that at times it’s truly hard to…

  • The Biggest Hotels in the World

    It’s unlikely these hotels and resorts from a mere 2,000 rooms to more than 7,350, will flash the “no vacancy” sign. But visits might cost you dearly.

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    Airbnb Guests Share Their ‘Most Common Complaints’

    From noisy neighbors to dirty rooms, guests recently shared their most common Airbnb “complaints” on Reddit, where superfans discussed what makes the difference between a holiday horror story, a mediocre…

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    Spooky Ghost Towns Across America

    There is something unsettling about walking through an abandoned town, whether the buildings are crumbling and broken or still creepily intact, as though residents just disappeared into thin air. Some…

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    Haunted Hotels to Make Your Stay Spooky

    Some of America’s hotels have histories that are centuries old and reportedly still have guests that’ve long overstayed their welcome. Spend a night at one of these notoriously haunted hotels…

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    Genius Hack Shows How To Turn a Beer Can Into a Camping Stove

    Camping aficionados and travel enthusiasts are always on the hunt for ingenious methods to simplify their outdoor experiences. Here at Cheapism, we love the art of re-purposing everyday items in…

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    This Is the Unhappiest State in America

    There are plenty of factors that play into overall happiness, and the past few years have been a challenge for some. COVID-19 impacted travel, businesses, and incidentally, happiness. But how…

  • Beautiful Havasu Falls in Havasupai, Arizona, USA during sunrise

    Stunning Photos of the World’s Most Hard-to-Visit Places

    Many gorgeous places rarely see tourists because they’re too remote, politically risky, expensive, or lack the infrastructure that makes trips doable. Others are simply closed to visitors. Still, nothing can…

  • Grave site of Frank Costello at St. Michael's Cemetery circa 1981 in East Elmhurst, Queens.

    Where America’s Most Famous Outlaws Are Buried

    Outlaws and criminals from the past are fascinating historical figures, and despite their crimes, some people want to pay their respects at their gravesites. There are many well-marked burial sites…

  • Where to Find the Best Meatballs Across America

    The children’s novelist Sharon Creech once wrote, “Life is like a bowl of spaghetti. Every once in a while, you get a meatball.” But if you crave a meatball more…

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    Must-See Vegas Attractions That Aren’t on the Strip

    There is so much to do and see on the Las Vegas Strip that it can be difficult to break away from it. But once you do — whether it’s…

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    Should You Retire Abroad? 13 Things to Consider

    While there are many offbeat possibilities for retirees who want to skip retirement communities, some seniors are dusting off their passports and pulling up stakes to move abroad. It’s easy…