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Spotmatik/istockphoto So You Want to Be Snowbird? Why Not to Buy a Second Home
It’s a tantalizing option for retirement if you can afford it: Buy a house in a warm-weather state and split your days between a vacation home and your permanent house. (The term “snowbird” has been used to describe some version…
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Urvashi9/istockphoto Fried Chicken Recipes You Have to Try
You may associate fried chicken most with the American south, but cultures all over the world fry up their own versions of the bird. The seasonings and accompaniments may be different, but a crispy, golden-brown crust hiding tender meat is…
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Pappajohn Sculpture Park by Jason Mrachina (CC BY-NC-ND) Cool Under-the-Radar Destinations for Art Lovers
When asked to name the best art institutions in America, there are some museums that just roll off peoples’ tongues: The Met. The MoMA. The Getty. All of the Smithsonian museums. But there are plenty of art museums that fly…
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Aperol Spritz by Ralf Steinberger (CC BY) History in a Glass: Fascinating Legends Behind 20 Famous Cocktails
Although cocktails are thought to be as American as apple pie, they’re actually a hand-me-down from the British. The Brits were known for alcoholic punches, in which they mixed liquor, fruit juices, and spices. Many of today’s most popular cocktails…
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Rachel Murray / Stringer / Getty Images Entertainment / Getty Images North America The Craziest Marketing Stunts of All Time
Companies have a grand tradition of marketing stunts — that is, doing something off the wall to create buzz, often for a new product or service. Marketing stunts aren’t without risk: Hype may obscure a painfully bad product, but it…
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Tiffany & Co. Wastes of Money Sold to You by Luxury Retailers
Even a site called Cheapism isn’t immune to the appeal of the finer things in life, whether it’s a true extravagance or splurging a little on everyday items. Still, there are some head-scratching luxury goods we would never buy, even…
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Olezzo/istockphoto The Most Refreshing Cocktails From Around the World
May 13 is World Cocktail Day, and what better way to acknowledge the arrival of warmer weather than with a summery drink that reminds us of a far-flung place? If your…
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Airbnb Airbnb Makes Big Changes to Search Functions, Guest Protections
Airbnb just made some big changes, and it might make your vacations safer and more interesting. The updates, which CEO Brian Chesky described as “the biggest change to Airbnb in…
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Vrbo These Acadia National Park Vacation Rentals Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters
There’s something special about hiking around Acadia National Park. The 47,000-acre recreation area is located on Maine’s Mount Desert Island, with stunning views of the Atlantic coastline and dozens of…
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5second/istockphoto Breakfast Cereals That Have Been Around for Generations
Bacon and eggs are delicious, but there isn’t always time in the morning to cook a big breakfast. Enter cereal. Offering an easy morning meal, cereal has been a household…
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K_Thalhofer/istockphoto Dog Breeds That Live the Longest
TobyKeith may sound like a new country music star, but he’s actually a sprightly Chihuahua who recently broke the record in the Guiness Book of World Records as the oldest…
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Eloi_Omella/istockphoto Cities That Look Even More Amazing At Night
Everyone likes to dress up for a night on the town. That goes for cities around the world, as some places are best seen after dark. Read on for a…
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SolStock / istockphoto Where You Can Order Groceries Online With an EBT Card
In This Article: Instacart Amazon Target Walmart BJ’s Wholesale Club FarmboxRx Aldi Food Lion Kroger Publix Safeway/Albertsons/Vons ShopRite Stop & Shop Hy-Vee H-E-B Smaller Chains and Independents With increased numbers…
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NoDerog/istockphoto 30 Most Iconic SUVs of All Time
Sport utility vehicles — combining the comfort of passenger cars, the capabilities of off-road vehicles, and the storage and towing capacity of trucks — skyrocketed in popularity in the 1990s…
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billygailsrestaurant.com The Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Joint in Every State
Hole-in-the-wall eateries are often ones you might overlook from the outside, but they can host some of the best bites at unbeatable prices inside. Here are the best breakfast hole-in-the-wall…
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Vrbo 28 Mansions You Can Actually Rent
If a getaway with a large family or group of friends is on the calendar, make the trip luxurious, memorable, and affordable — by renting a mansion. You don’t have…
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LuigiMorbidelli/istockphoto Breathtaking Natural Bridges and Arches Around the World
Of all the different natural rock formations on Earth, arguably the most implausible-looking are the natural bridges and archways that form when wind or water erosion carves various pathways through…
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Cheapism The Best Plant Subscription Boxes for Plant Parents and Flora Fans
Whether you buy plants online or at a nursery, sometimes the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. Should you get a succulent or a spider plant? A monstera or…
