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    Unique Mini-Golf Courses To Putt at Around the Country

    Miniature golf is an affordable activity for young and old alike and occasionally a step into fantastical surroundings. The game has been around since the 1920s, and today there are several thousand courses in the United States that run the…

  • Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York
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    Destinations for a Quiet Weekend Getaway

    Not a fan of crowds, lines, or round-the-clock partying? It’s certainly possible to have a relaxing getaway without any of that — but you won’t have to scrimp on style to do it. Visit these popular spots in the off-season…

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    These Are the Only Costco Products You Can’t Return

    Costco has been known to accept returns of almost any item, no receipt required. Although its “Risk-Free 100% Satisfaction Guarantee” offers refunds on most purchases and even membership, there are still some exceptions. Not a Costco member? You can apply…

  • F.A.O. Schwarz
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    These Catalogs Defined Shopping for Generations — and Now They’re Mostly Gone

    While many beloved catalogs — think Sears, Penney’s and Victoria’s Secret — have gone away, our memories are fond as ever. Here are some we still miss.

  • Sonic Pickle Slush
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    Sonic’s Revived Slush May Leave a Sour Taste in Your Mouth

    Sonic has brought back the pickle juice slush, which the fast-food drive-in says is one of the most frequently requested menu items on social media. You have to wonder, though, whether Sonic customers are clamoring for it or simply sharing…

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    Why You Really Don’t Want to Buy an Instant Pot

    The Instant Pot die-hards will swear on their last batch of beef barbacoa that this all-in-one kitchen gadget has been the savior of their weekly meal plan. But is this much-hyped kitchen device really worth the money, can it save…