Vacation Rentals & Hotels
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Dreamy A-Frame Cabins You Can Rent This Fall
The popularity of A-frame cabins soared from the mid-1950s through the 1970s as Americans with disposable income looked for inexpensive ways to build a vacation home. While they might not be as popular as they once were, A-frames still have…
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Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences Worth the Extravagant Price Tag
Ever dream about what you’d do if you hit a million-dollar jackpot? For many, the answer is simple: “Travel the world.” But travel is a different ballgame when you have money to burn, and it turns out the sky isn’t…
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Experienced Travelers Are Abandoning Hotels.com — Here’s Why
When Expedia Group revamped its loyalty program this summer, the company pitched it as a way to unify its Expedia, Vrbo, and Hotels.com brands. The new, comprehensive travel rewards program offers 2% in OneKeyCash on eligible travel expenses, including Vrbo…
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Report: Istanbul Is the Best European City for Renting an Airbnb vs. a Hotel
If touring Europe was on your wishlist this year, you’re in for a rude awakening. Due to rising hotel and airfare costs (thank you yet again, inflation), many people have had to change their travel plans to afford them. In…
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Budget Travelers Share Their Best-Kept Secret: Drury Hotels
Drury Hotels may not be as posh as Hilton’s collection or as ubiquitous as Motel 6s, but budget travelers say they are the best-kept “secret” for traveling on the cheap. The draw is that dinner, drinks, and breakfast are included…
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Kid-Friendly Airbnbs That Are Perfect for Families With Children
Traveling with kids can be exhilarating, but it can also be a real pain entertaining bored little ones who are used to their creature comforts. If you want to actually enjoy your next trip, try out a kid-friendly Airbnb or…
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Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse and Other Celeb Homes You Can Stay on Vacation
With so many housing options to choose from on vacation, why not take stab at a stay at Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse or a home you’ve seen on TV? You may remember…
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How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off (or Worse) When You’re on Vacation
Beautiful locales can also be home to some dangerous characters. As the summer travel season ramps up, the last thing you want is to have a trip marred by becoming…
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Vrbo Customer Swears Off Vacation Rentals After a Horrifying Stay
For travelers looking for the comfort of home while traveling, rental companies like Airbnb and Vrbo are a go-to over hotels. Guests can literally enjoy a home away from home.…
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32 Things You’re Doing Wrong When Planning a Vacation
So, you’ve landed at a Jersey Shore town during its annual motorcycle convention? Don’t even think of getting any sleep. Or maybe you were looking for some dazzling nightlife but…
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Big Mistakes Novice Travelers Make and How to Avoid Them
Traveling is one of the best ways to broaden your horizons, but planning a big trip can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers. From overpaying for flights and hotels to falling…
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No Passport? No Problem for These Cool Island Vacations
The phrase “island vacation” may conjure visions of exotic places, but what if you’re in the mood for some island time and you don’t have a passport — or want…
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Airbnb Rental Scams to Watch Out For
From tiny homes to kid-friendly rentals, there’s an Airbnb for every type of travel. Many of its 4 million hosts and 5.6 million active listings are trustworthy and valid. However,…
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Are Timeshares Worth It or a Total Scam?
For all their glossy brochures featuring tropical vistas and happy-go-lucky couples, the timeshare industry is best known for its predatory practices. Their employees will lock you in a conference room…
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A Stay at Ted Lasso’s Favorite Pub Would Make Even Roy Kent Happy
If you just can’t get “Jamie Tartt do-do-do-do-do-do” out of your head, you’re undoubtedly excited that the third season of “Ted Lasso” has started — and you’ll probably want to…
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Themed Hotel Rooms You Can Book in the US and Beyond
Some hotels are famous in their own right, but others have to do a bit more to stand out. One way to do that: Offer eye-popping themed hotel rooms that…
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When Not to Visit These 22 Popular Cities — and When to Go Instead
The best time of the year to visit a destination can be a truly subjective decision. It depends on what you’re after really. Are you seeking a bargain on accommodations…
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Survey: 87% of People Steal From Hotels — and Boomers Have the Stickiest Fingers
Sure, we all take those little bottles of shampoo and conditioner from the hotel when we get them (don’t we?), but apparently, that’s not the limit for most people. According…
