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Library of Congress Gorgeous Vintage Photos of Bridges Across America
Though they’re a common sight across the U.S., bridges are a truly impressive feat of engineering, often serving as important examples of architecture and flush with historical context. Here are 23 vintage images of bridges, many of which still get…
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CaseyHillPhoto/istockphoto 11 Hot Tips to Make Your Grill Last
There’s nothing like firing up the grill when the weather starts to sizzle. Since grills are meant to be investments that last for years, knowing how to properly store and maintain a grill is essential for getting top value. Many…
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Dan R./Yelp 22 Unusual Theme Restaurants Across America
You’ve probably heard of big theme chains like Medieval Times and Rainforest Cafe, but the country is replete with lesser-known theme restaurants — and you don’t even have to head to an amusement park to find them. These aren’t full-fledged…
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amriphoto/istockphoto 25 Amusement Parks That Aren’t Horrible for Parents
Theme parks are built around an idea of “fun” that aims at kids but eludes many parents. The cost of admission, the lines, the additional cost of admission to skip the line, the cost of food, the suddenly sugar-addled kids,…
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©TripAdvisor Made in the USA: 23 Must-See Factory Tours
Many tourists have gone on a brewery or distillery tour or been through the chocolate wonderland that is the Hershey’s Chocolate Tour in Pennsylvania. But guitar factories, cigar makers, motorcycle plants, and other fascinating sites are also open to visitors.…
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beekeepx/iStockphoto 13 Alternatives to a Traditional Grass Lawn
If the many reasons for not having a lawn make sense to you, there are plenty of options for you to explore. Hardscape designs, carved and paved paths, raised garden boxes, rock mulch, and drought-resistant plants and trees are some…
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John Z./Yelp 25 Belly-Busting Food Challenges That Offer Winners a Free Meal
Free food sounds like a deal, but when the only way to get it is to complete an extreme challenge, most people gladly pay for their meals. But there are…
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Archive Photos/Stringer/Getty The Best and Worst Tom Cruise Movies
Love him or hate him, Tom Cruise’s name on a movie attracts a lot of attention. He has rarely had any problem carrying a film on his own or going…
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travelpixpro/istockphoto The Most Patriotic Place in Each State
With the Fourth of July approaching, America is about to enter peak patriotism mode. But there’s more to celebrating the nation’s birthday than just barbecue and fireworks. Take a look into…
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Remus Kotsell/istockphoto 11 Ways to Go on a Disney Cruise for Less
Disney Cruise Line sails a fleet of five ships geared toward families, with the 4,000-passenger Disney Wish just being added (and two more ships set to be delivered in 2025).…
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Diy13/istockphoto The 10 Best Summer Beers to Buy at Trader Joe’s
When temps hit the triple digits and venturing outdoors feels like an extraterrestrial traverse across Venus, there’s nothing quite like cracking open a cold one. But with tens of thousands…
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EXTREME-PHOTOGRAPHER/istockphoto 40 Iconic and Beautiful Boardwalks Across the Country
Boardwalks are bastions of American culture and consumption, where prime beachside properties are used to cram in as many thrill rides, midway games, fast-food stands, and other attractions as physically…
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Smith Collection/Gado/Contributor/Getty Futuristic Car Features We Could See in the Next Decades (And One We Won’t)
We’ve come a long way from the first autos with vehicles that are now far, far safer and smarter than their predecessors. Innovations such as automatic emergency braking, land-departure, and…
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Chris Browne/istockphoto Historic Battle Reenactments Across America
The Revolutionary War, Civil War, and other monumental battles fought on American soil are squarely in the past, but try telling that to the reenactors that fire muskets or cannonades…
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ferrantraite/istockphoto The Best and Worst Fast-Food Chains, According to a Major Customer Survey
Opening a fast-food bag after you pull away from the drive-thru is often an unsatisfying experience. Did they forget an item? Give you someone else’s order completely? Are the fries…
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domoyega/istockphoto Where to Find Roller Skates for Cheap Summer Fun
In case you haven’t heard, roller skating (and, to a lesser degree, inline skating) is back. Roller skates aren’t new — they’ve been around since the 1860s. But every decade…
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SeanPavonePhoto/istockphoto 25 Quirky Small Towns Across America
Many small towns have a certain undeniable charm, whether it’s because they’re a perfect slice of Americana, surrounded by incredible scenery, or have a thriving Main Street. Other tiny towns,…
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AdrianHancu/istockphoto Companies With Outstanding Customer Service
After the initial blow from the COVID-19 pandemic did its damage to small businesses and international companies alike, many businesses have struggled to find workers at all, let alone reliable…
