Vacation Rentals & Hotels
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9 Caribbean Destinations to Visit This Winter (and 7 to Wait On)
The Caribbean was walloped by strong hurricanes this year, spooking many would-be visitors. According to the airfare search engine Fareness, searches for Caribbean destinations fell almost one-third while hurricane season was in full swing, and remained 12% lower than average…
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18 Warning Signs to Watch Out for When Booking a Hotel
Securing a great hotel room for your vacation is a key part of the overall vacation experience. To truly enjoy your downtime, you should be bunking in accommodations that are clean, well-kept, within your budget and in an ideal location…
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13 Reasons to Skip the Bed and Breakfast
There’s nothing like a quaint bed and breakfast for charm, romance, and a hearty home-cooked meal to start the day. But for some, the drawbacks of a B&B vastly outweigh their postcard-perfect image. Whether you want to skip all that…
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11 Mexico Vacations That’ll Cost Less Than $1,000
With its endless selection of coastal towns and the favorable exchange rate between the peso and the U.S. dollar, Mexico is usually a safe bet for those in search of a sunny budget getaway. To help with that search, the…
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7 Memorable Mexican Vacations for Less Than $100 a Day
Our neighbor to the south has so much more to offer than guacamole, margaritas, and all-inclusive resorts. Mexico is rich in ancient culture, stunning natural landscapes, world-class gastronomy, and cutting-edge art, and there are lots of deals for Americans traveling…
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50 Coolest Hostels from Around the World
When it comes to communal lodging, today’s budget-conscious travelers have more enticing options than previous generations. While hostels have always been a big part of the travel experience, there’s been an exciting shift from the shared spaces of yesteryear. From…
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28 Ski Resorts That Make Great Summer Destinations
Even after the snowmaking machines are turned off for the summer, many of the nation’s best ski resorts remain open and become meccas for hiking, mountain biking, and zip lining.…
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15 Best U.S. Cities for a Destination Wedding on a Budget
A destination wedding needn’t cost a fortune or involve a flight halfway around the globe. Plenty of U.S. cities provide memorable, budget-friendly wedding settings, from beaches to historic mansions. To…
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15 Spring Break Rentals to Save You Money on a Hotel
Spring break conjures visions of 24/7 booze-filled partying in warm, sandy climes. But the cost! Flights and hotels can eat up a poor student’s budget. On the other hand, renting…
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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 Rooms With a View for Less Than $150 a Night
Booking a deluxe room in a 5-star hotel isn’t the only way to get accommodation with an oceanside vista or skyline panorama out the window. These hotels, bed and breakfasts,…
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10 High-Class Hostels in the U.S. for Budget Travelers
Whether it’s a long-planned road trip or a quick weekend flight to another state, domestic travel can cost plenty, particularly during the popular summer vacation season. One easy way to…
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Airbnb vs. HomeAway: Which Is Right for You?
Whether it’s a ski condo in the mountains or a summer house with a nearby lake, renting a getaway home is more convenient than ever. Homeowners make money by listing…
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10 Top-Rated Hostels Around the World
Whether it’s checking out national parks in the United States or heading overseas to Europe, Asia, or South America, there’s a lot of ground for a wanderlusting traveler to cover.…
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50 Budget-Friendly Boutique Hotels Across the Country
Travelers often settle for chain hotels with generic decor and not much in the way of character or amenities. The kind of distinctive lodging described as a “boutique hotel,” typically…
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13 Cities Where It Pays to Get in the Vacation Rental Game
Generating passive income by renting out a house or apartment is a dream for many. Even people who can’t afford a rental property or vacation home are putting their places…
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Charming, Budget-Friendly B&Bs in All 50 States
It seems that, the fancier the hotel, the more likely there will be charges for Wi-Fi, parking, and other basics. This odd phenomenon doesn’t hold true at bed and breakfasts,…
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10 Tips for Booking Cheap Hotels Over the Holidays
Planning to visit family for the holidays, and the guest room is not an option? Now is the time to start looking for cheap holiday accommodations. For those who need…
