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    Cheapism

    Fall Beers and Ciders: Craft Brews to Toast the Season

    Crisp air, the crunch of leaves under feet, leaf peeping, a glowing fire pit — ready or not, autumn is here, and there’s nothing like a belly-warming brew or hard cider on a fall evening to make it feel especially…

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    Vrbo

    Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnb Rentals Near Jackson Hole

    To keep your winter sports dreams alive, you need to find the perfect ski destination. But if you’re skiing at a prime location, fighting the crowds to get to the slopes gets old very quickly. These ski-in, ski-out rental homes…

  • The American Dream Estate: More
    Vrbo

    New Jersey Mansions You Can Book as Vacation Rentals

    Big, bold, and with room for all your extended family, friends, or coworkers, these New Jersey mansions are ideal for a vacation, business retreat, and more. Many of these mansions are capable of housing up to 40 or even 50…

  • The Social Media-Ready Stay: More
    Airbnb

    Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnb Rentals Near Park City

    As the temperature dips, thoughts turn to all manner of winter sports. But what’s the point of visiting a prime ski location if you have to maneuver a crowded parking lot every time you want to hit the slopes? Instead…

  • 8-Bedroom Mansion with Old World Charm
    Vrbo

    Houston Mansions You Can Book as Vacation Rentals

    Everything’s bigger in Texas — including the mansions! Ideal for big families, family reunions, and even business trips, these mansions are conveniently located near Houston. They’ll add a unique touch to any trip and are far more memorable than a…

  • Post Dunkin' Cereal
    Dunkin’

    A History of Dessert Posing as Cereal

    Whatever your feelings on sugary cereal, the beloved treat has long been a staple on breakfast tables, much to kids’ delight (and parents’ chagrin). Soon, you’ll even be able to grab a bowl of cereal inspired by the Wendy’s Frosty, but it’s…

  • Walmart GoLocal
    Walmart

    Walmart Gets Into the Delivery Business — for Home Depot

    Whether you love or loathe Walmart, the retail juggernaut may soon be delivering your stuff, especially if you shop at Home Depot. The retailer’s new white-label Walmart GoLocal service, announced at the…

  • Senior food blogger shooting on camera his blog about food in the kitchen
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    TikTokers Who Are Over 60 and Still Slay

    OK Boomers, You’re Ruling TikTok The social media platform TikTok can be an obsession for the younger generation, and the competition to rule the platform can be intense. However, the…

  • 681 Central Ave, Carlisle, OH 45005
    Zillow

    Beautiful Old Homes for Sale Across America

    For some homebuyers, older homes conjure nightmares of pricey problems like bad plumbing, leaky roofs, creaking floors, and cracked foundations. For others, they have the warmth and history that newer…

  • senior couple selecting fresh herbs at the grocery store
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    How Food Co-ops Save Shoppers Money and Support Local Communities

    The 1970s saw thousands of food cooperatives open in cities across the nation, catering to a more food-conscious consumer with an emphasis on bulk foods, organic and fair-trade goods, and…

  • seniors playing golf
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    America’s Most Luxurious Retirement Community Amenities

    Think of the perfect retirement, living in luxurious surroundings with ready access to most any amenity you desire. Gourmet food, spa treatments, endless rounds of golf, time to pursue your…

  • Gulab Jamun
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    The Best Fried Foods Around the World

    Few cooking techniques can transform ingredients as magically as frying. Fried food is half the reason most of us go to state fairs (let’s be honest — no one goes…

  • Color image depicting a traditional English village in the Cotswolds area of southwest England. The cosy little brick cottages line the narrow road, and there is also a quaint bridge spanning a little stream. Room for copy space.
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    20 Retro Luxury Travel Experiences

    Travel and vacation have changed dramatically over the decades. Ask someone who used to put on a dress and pearls to fly what they think of the people in coach…

  • Tailgating snacks including hot wings, pigs in a blanket, queso, and chips
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    Game Day Recipes to Feed the Whole Family

    For many, food is one of the most important parts of the ritual of tailgating — for others, it’s the only part that matters. These delicious, easy, and cost-efficient recipes will help…

  • unshaven smiling man sitting on floor in living room, surfing on internet and drinking coffee in morning
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    Pajamas, Sweats, and Leisure Wear Perfect for Working at Home

    Are you one of the millions of Americans who have found themselves forced to work at home because of the pandemic? Working remotely does have its challenges, especially if the…

  • closeup of wedding dress
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    20 Best Online Shops for Buying an Affordable Wedding Dress

    As a little girl, you might have dreamed of the day when you’d don the perfect white gown to walk down the aisle and say “I do” to the love…

  • Disney World Parade
    Found Kodachrome Slide by Thomas Hawk (CC BY-NC)

    Vintage Views of Disneyland and Walt Disney World

    Disneyland opened in 1955, and its younger but bigger sibling, Walt Disney World, opened 50 years ago, on Oct. 1, 1971. Today, Disney operates theme parks in France, Japan, and China, too,…

  • Florida Keys Mansion with Views
    Vrbo

    Florida Mansions You Can Book as Vacation Rentals

    Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a reunion, or your next staff retreat, these Florida mansions have the space to accommodate 20 people, 30 people, and more. Many of them…