Travel
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9 Airline Perks That No Longer Exist
In the old days, going to the airport was a breeze. It was fun. It was convenient. Not anymore. Now, taking a flight is generally a miserable experience if you’re not super, super rich. Curious as to how good things used…
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20 Classic American Sandwiches, Ranked
A sandwich ranking? Are we out of our minds? Why would anybody undertake such a thing? Because the people need to know, that’s why. To compile a generic “best” list for sandwiches is an impossible task, and to choose only…
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16 Things You Should Never Overlook When Checking into a Hotel
On the surface, your hotel room might seem clean … but if you take the time to really inspect it, you might be surprised at how dirty it actually is. Sadly, many hotels focus on quick turnaround rather than a…
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12 Grilling Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Cookout
Few things epitomize summer as much as a good cookout with family and friends. But while grilling provides a great way to enjoy our favorite meats and veggies, even the most seasoned grill masters can fall victim to common mistakes. From…
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Buc-ee’s Opens New Travel Centers This Week. Here’s the Full List
Buc-ee’s is at it again — adding not one, but two new travel centers to its growing empire of gas pumps, jerky walls, and spotless bathrooms. The latest additions land in Virginia and Georgia, giving more road-trippers a chance to…
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11 Essential California Foods You Have to Try
Many things define California, from beachy skies and snowy mountaintops to evergreen forests and vast stretches of desert. But one of the state’s most vibrant characteristics is its culinary identity, which, believe it or not, consists of more than just…
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Once Popular Tourist Hotspots That Are Now Totally Abandoned
What would a popular tourist destination look like without the crowds? From ghost towns and desolate amusement parks to deserted resorts and radioactive cities, these destinations around the world were once…
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The Best Chili Joints in America
Chili is one of America’s more controversial culinary topics: With beans, or without? Vegetarian or con carne? Texas, New Mexico, Cincinnati, or Coney-style? Is it a standalone food, or a…
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Amazing Places to Learn About Black History on Juneteenth
Many places in America honor the struggles and contributions of African-Americans. See what’s at the Motown Museum, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, and more.
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11 Things You’ll Regret Not Packing for a Cruise
Discover the essential things to pack for a cruise, including smart items seasoned cruisers never leave home without.
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39 Vintage Beach Photos of Summer Fun
History isn’t just stuffy old books and Civil War reenactments. History is also beaches, where humans have gathered since the dawn of time. While beach attire has certainly changed, the…
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20 Vintage Photos of Drive-In Movie Theaters
A traditional movie theater has a set of rules, though only one of them is truly the important one: Sit down, turn your phone off, keep your trap shut, and…
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23 Vintage Photos of Middle Class Vacations in the 1950s
Everything in this world is more and more expensive, and even the simplest of vacations seem like they cost an arm and a leg. Even a day at Disneyland is…
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Famous Foods From 32 American Cities
Sampling local cuisine is a priority for most travelers, and certain foods are so synonymous with their native cities that it ought to be illegal to visit without eating them.…
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29 Classic Station Wagons That Will Take You Back
The station wagon still exists on U.S. roadways, but its golden era has long since passed. The wayback seating, long frames, and faux-wood paneling are largely lost to history, replaced…
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20 Unusual Abandoned Places Across America
The allure of exploring unusual and abandoned places is hard to resist, and many curiosity-seekers make it a hobby. Such sites, however, may contain hazards, so it’s important to heed…
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14 Kinds of People Who Should Never Go on a Cruise
With a new year approaching, it’s natural to start dreaming of our next vacations. Cruises can be a budget-friendly choice for vacationers who want to unpack once and relax, and veteran…
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10 Things You Should Never Eat on a Cruise
Vacations are a time for indulging, especially cruises. You’re surrounded by restaurants and buffets 24/7, but over-indulging too many times is one thing you don’t want to do on a…
