Travel
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21 Places to Safely See Wild Animals Up Close
When we think of where to see wildlife, we often think of national parks or even state parks. And while these publicly owned treasures are certainly a great way to gaze upon North America’s wildest creatures, there are plenty of…
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24 Old Movie Theaters Across America Worth Visiting
Today’s movie megaplexes may offer endless cinematic choices, but as buildings go, they all look the same. But once upon a time, movie theaters were marvels of gilded opulence, evoking romantic palaces and faraway exotic temples. Over time, many of…
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The Most Boring Major U.S. Cities
With the cost of living continuing its ever-steady climb, the immense value of properly planning out whatever kind of travel plans you’re financially able to, can’t be expressed enough. The last situation you want to find yourself in is the…
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Best ‘Main Street’ Shopping Districts in All 50 States
With big-box stores, megamalls, and online sellers dominating the retail landscape, the pleasure of shopping at mom-and-pop stores in a quaint, small-town Main Street shopping district is getting harder to find. But every state has a few such homespun settings…
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Bucket List RV Trips to Take Next Year
Hit the open road and explore the most beautiful RV destinations across the U.S. These scenic spots and routes belong on your bucket list.
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How AI Can Save You Money on Travel
Maybe you’re already using Chat GPT, Bard, and another large language model (LLM) to do everything from writing your marketing proposals to jazzing up your resume and teaching your kid how to speak a foreign language with the help of…
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Top 20 Old Western Towns You Can Still Visit
Tales of the lawless West have always been a hit with tourists. Plenty of the “Old West” towns across the U.S. are more than happy to embrace their history and…
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Unbelievable Airline Incidents Through the Years
Inflight entertainment used to mean watching the latest out-of-theaters rom-com, but lately, it seems like airline passengers are witnessing more attention-grabbing events in the aisles than onscreen. Let’s all put…
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Pooping, Loneliness, and 8 Other Terrible Aspects of Living in a Car, According to VanLifers
Just over 3 million people consider themselves VanLifers in the U.S. — that is, digital nomads who live and work in their cars. Although VanLifers glorify the lifestyle on social…
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9 Things You Should Never Do While Pumping Gas
You might think of danger in a more imminent sense, like playing tag in the middle of a busy street at night or going sky diving with someone who was…
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The Coziest Small Towns in America
If the winter season leaves you dreading the cold, dark, dreary days, why not escape to somewhere quaint and cozy? The dating review site MyDatingAdviser compared 170 small towns across…
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50 Famous Celebrity Gravesites Around the World
Most people don’t have the chance to meet their heroes while they’re still alive, but almost anyone can pay them tribute after they’ve passed with a visit to their final…
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Is Spirit Airlines Safe, and Why Is It So Cheap?
Spirit Airlines’ reputation for crummy service remains unmatched. Just take a look at its review page, which is plastered with comments calling Spirit “the worst airline ever.” That said, there…
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Before You Set Sail, Learn these Surprising Cruise Ship Facts
Cruise ships are a hugely popular travel and vacation choice, with 20.4 million passengers worldwide taking cruises in 2022. But even if you’ve been on a cruise before, chances are…
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14 Fabulous Swim-Up Pool Bars Across America
Floating through crystal-clear water to refresh your margarita at a swim-up bar is no longer limited to private islands and luxury resorts. The concept of the swim-up pool bar started…
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Couple Retires on Cruise Ship Because It’s Cheaper Than a Retirement Home
After saving your entire adult life for retirement, you’re left to figure out what you do with the remaining years of your life. Do you stay put and stick to…
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9 Things You Should Never Buy at the Airport
Airports can pretend to be cafes and nightclubs all they want, but in truth, we Cheapists know that being at the airport is a miserable experience. In addition to all…
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From Crab Croquettes To McSpicy Paneers: Here Are 25 Fan Favorites From McDonald’s International Menu
Few brands are seen as more all-American than McDonald’s. But as the world has grown smaller, the fast food giant’s menu has grown wider. The chain has served up locally…
