Travel
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Historic Battle Reenactments Across America
The Revolutionary War, Civil War, and other monumental battles fought on American soil are squarely in the past, but try telling that to the reenactors that fire muskets or cannonades over storied battlefields. Across the country, history comes alive through…
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25 Quirky Small Towns Across America
Many small towns have a certain undeniable charm, whether it’s because they’re a perfect slice of Americana, surrounded by incredible scenery, or have a thriving Main Street. Other tiny towns, however, are notable for their quirkiness, which is a little…
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High-Flying Airlines That Went Out of Business
The aviation business is difficult to navigate. Between fluctuating fuel costs, accidents, hijackings, and trying to keep passengers happy while squeezing every dime out of them, many airlines just don’t succeed. Some companies from the golden age of flying, like…
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The Best of California for Budget Vacations
The cost of living in California ranks among the highest in the country. But visitors don’t need a movie star’s net worth to enjoy the wealth of attractions the state has to offer, from redwood forests in the north to…
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20 Bucket-List Cruises Worth Saving For
There’s more to cruising than the Caribbean, crowded buffets, fruity drinks, and over-the-top onboard amenities. Today’s cruise companies have itineraries for nearly everyone — even the most-jaded cruise skeptics — that travel to some of the remotest parts of the…
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24 Tips and Tricks for Smooth Sailing on Your Next Cruise
Year after year, more and more people board cruise ships in pursuit of a dream vacation. Cruise Lines International Association, an industry trade group, had projected that a record 32 million passengers would take a cruise in 2020. That, however,…
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The 20 Best Water Parks Across America
Ready to get wet? If an affordable beach vacation isn’t in the cards this summer, water parks across the country offer quick and easy access to all the aquatic thrills…
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12 Free or Cheap Things You Must Do in Chicago
Exploring a new city these days isn’t cheap: There are vacation rentals to pay for, restaurants to explore, and museum fees to fork over. But every city — including Chicago — offers…
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15 Expert Secrets to Stress-Free Flying
From booking a ticket to getting through security to the flight itself (especially with Covid-19 concerns), air travel has become a lot less fun. So Cheapism reached out to air…
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20 Ways to Save Money on Gas for Your RV
Exploring in a recreational vehicle can be a memorable and budget-friendly way to travel — costing 21% to 64% less than other types of vacation travel for a family of…
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15 Best Dude Ranches for Escaping the Crowds This Summer
America’s many dude ranches were always about digital detoxing, unplugging, escaping the crowds, and leaving the big, mean world’s stress in the dust — dust that is kicked up by…
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The Best Budget-Friendly RV Campgrounds in Every State
Traveling in an RV means a homey and budget-friendly vacation. Many campgrounds charge no more than $50 a night, and many offer resort-like amenities. We combed through TripAdvisor, RV park…
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55 Surprising Facts About America’s Beaches
Think you know all there is to know about America’s beaches? Think again. From UFOs and green sand to nude sunbathers and wild horses, the beaches of the United States…
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Beautiful Short-Haul RV Trips for a Memorable Summer Weekend
Recreation vehicles might conjure images of weeks on the road during cross-country treks checking out America’s many RV parks. But you don’t need to block out a month to enjoy…
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The Best Museum Gift Shops Across America
Not all gift shops are created equal. Wander around most of them, and you’ll likely find hokey keychains or branded T-shirts, but some shops go the extra mile — so much…
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These Are the Worst (and Best) States for Camping
What makes a location an ideal camping destination? Beautiful views are certainly part of it, but that’s not all. In a 2022 study, the site Lawn Love ranked each state…
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The 20 Safest Big Cities in the U.S.
Violence may seem like an omnipresent concern for cities in America, but its prevalence varies dramatically depending on where you live. While worrying rates of violent crime besiege some communities,…
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33 Amazing 5-Ingredient Recipes for Cooking in a Camper
Just because you’re traveling on the road with limited kitchen space doesn’t mean you have to forgo delicious home-cooked meals. Based on tips from RV lifestyler Susan Teich and blogs…
