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    Airbnb

    Off-the-Grid Rentals for an Unplugged Vacation

    We all need vacations once in a while. But sometimes you need a vacation so far from the reach of your cellphone’s reception that the rest of the world temporarily fades away. When those times come around, consider an off-grid…

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    Kris Scott

    47 Adorable Photos of Pets ‘Working From Home’

    Working from home can either be a welcome change or a challenging exercise in futility, but having a co-worker who walks on four legs is pretty fantastic no matter which of those two groups you fall into. To that end,…

  • 35th anniversary versions of six original American Girl historic dolls
    Mattell

    These ’80s Collectibles Are Worth More Than You Think

    It always feels great to discard your old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until 10 or 20 years later, when you’re browsing through an antique store or online auction and realize those items you…

  • An illuminated tent under Milky Way at Matterhorn in Switzerland
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    The Best Hidden Gem Destinations, According to RV Experts

    When summer rolls around, so does camping weather. If you’ve been dying to pull the RV out of storage but aren’t sure where to visit, I’ve got you covered. You won’t want to miss these places to stay on your…

  • Good Food Awards by the Good Food Foundation
    Gamma Nine Photography

    Award-Winning Regional Snacks the Rest of the Country Needs

    Do you get the munchies between meals? Do you like to sample small-batch and locally made sweets and snacks? Then put down those chips you bought at the local big-box store and expand your snack horizons with one of these…

  • Estes, Colorado, USA - March 9, 2014: A KOA campground truck in Estes with Rocky Mountains in the background. Kampgrounds of America is a chain of camping sites with locations across America.
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    How KOA Became America’s Favorite Campground

    Even if you’ve never stayed at a KOA, you’re more than likely aware of this network of commercial campgrounds, especially as they’ve been dotting America’s highways and adorning its travel destinations for a few decades now. There is more to…

  • Woman repairing a car in auto repair shop
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    12 Ways to Stop Wasting Money on Your Car

    Cars are one of the largest purchases consumers make, alongside homes and college educations. But unlike real estate or a bachelor’s degree, a car isn’t an investment. A vehicle is…

  • Assortment of fresh harvested fruits and vegetables on the table. top view
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    Which Fruits and Veggies Go Bad the Quickest and Which Last the Longest?

    With the pandemic’s ongoing effects on daily life, it seems like many of us are eating fewer fresh fruits and vegetables. “I’m hearing that is a struggle, yes,” says Seattle-based…

  • Gilner Point on Big Bear Lake
    Vrbo

    The Best Lakefront Vacation Rentals Across America for a Peaceful Getaway

    In need of a vacation? We feel you. While some folks like to head to the ocean, a lakeside getaway can be more relaxing and a better value for your…

  • young friends on thrilling roller coaster ride
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    18 Roller Coaster Facts for Restless Thrill Seekers

    Roller coaster fans were forced to put their hobby on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, since amusement parks around the world were shuttered. With parks now reopening, here’s a roundup…

  • A scene from "Derry Girls"
    Netflix

    The Best Foreign TV Shows to Binge This Summer

    Chances are good that you’ve watched more TV over the 15 months or so — like, a lot more. Maybe you’re even feeling like there’s just not that much left…

  • A male and a female laying on the floor, facing up, each holding and reading a book, male is upside down in image, on a geometric white and black carpet
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    The 11 Best Places to Buy New and Used Books Online

    Sure, you can buy your books from Amazon. And a lot of people do; one-third of Amazon customers make books their most frequent purchase from the retailer, according to one…

  • Flip Flops

    27 Flip-Flops You’ll Love (That Won’t Fall Apart)

    Flip-flops and their trendy cousin, slide sandals, are the shoes you’ll see on everyone’s feet this summer. They especially feel of the moment as people get used to shifting from…

  • Lovely black woman and her boyfriend shopping for fruits, checking grocery list on mobile phone at supermarket. African American couple choosing healthy food at produce section of mall
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    10 Foods It’s Okay to Skimp On

    Some foods and beverages do not have to cost a lot to be tasty or fulfill a recipe. Many times, store brands and bargain staples are just as good as…

  • Orange juice outside with sun shining
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    11 Inexpensive Ways to Get More Vitamin D

    With studies suggesting that patients with COVID-19 who are deficient in vitamin D have poorer outcomes than those who have normal vitamin D levels, people are now asking how to…

  • Happy mexican parents sitting with their grandson on chairs and playing with a balloon during a birthday celebration at home.
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    How to Plan Your First Family Reunion

    Whether you’re missing your far-flung family and realize you need to see them (in real life) again now that you’re vaccinated or your family has recently expanded and you want…

  • Bossa Nova
    Plum Guide

    Plum Guide: An Airbnb-Like Website That’ll Make You Want to Splurge

    If you’ve ever walked into an Airbnb property and thought, “Boy, this is not as advertised,” we feel you. While some vacation rentals are exactly as wonderful as you’d hoped,…

  • Aldi store
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    14 Things Not to Buy at Aldi

    We’re big fans of Aldi. The compact German grocery is perfect for quick shopping trips at surprisingly low prices. And while Aldi is particularly great for things like baking supplies,…