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DenisTangneyJr/istockphoto Quaint Towns to Visit Along the Appalachian Trail
Not everyone has the gumption to hike the entire 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail, a trek commonly known as a thru-hike. But if you’re tackling one of the world’s most epic hiking trails, you’ll likely make some strategic pit…
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Vrbo These Yosemite National Park Vacation Rentals Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters
Yosemite is one of America’s crown jewels. What better way to enjoy 5-star scenery than with a 5-star rating on a Yosemite National Park vacation rental home? Our list includes some vacation rentals inside the park boundaries. However, even outside…
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Vrbo These Glacier National Park Vacation Rentals Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters
Situated in Montana’s Rocky Mountains, Glacier National Park is a stunning wilderness area spanning over 1,500 square miles. For many vacationing in the region, it’s a destination for hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and backcountry camping. But if the idea of…
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Amazon 20 Beloved Sitcoms That Are Worth Rewatching
Sitcoms have been with us since the 1950s, filling our evenings with must-watch television. Many of us grew up watching them, and the sitcoms we loved as kids and teens can take us back to simpler times on a rewatch.…
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imagedepotpro/istockphoto If You Have These Problems With Your Home, You Must Live in the …
A home is a collection of repairs that have yet to be made. Some things, like leaky faucets and blown fuses, are universal. Other common homeowner headaches tend to be regional plagues — though some of those threats — most…
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Mary Baratto/istockphoto 13 Private Islands and Resorts Owned by Cruise Lines
Cruises lines are constantly competing for the best new amenities, and the rush to recover from the pandemic’s catastrophic effect on business has made it even more important to lure vacationers. To win over tourists, some cruise lines have developed private…
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RAUL RODRIGUEZ/istockphoto The Rainiest Place in America Isn’t Where You Think
If asked to picture the rainiest place in the U.S., you might immediately summon images of the Pacific Northwest where the fog seems to hover nearly every day and the…
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Carhenge by Jacob6493 (CC BY-SA) Every State’s Strangest Claim to Fame
It’s a big country with lots of history, so it’s no surprise that each of the 50 states has at least one unusual story to tell. Here’s a collection of…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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Rachel Murray / Stringer / Getty Images Entertainment / Getty Images North America The Craziest Marketing Stunts of All Time
There’s a long history of companies pulling crazy marketing stunts to get attention from consumers. Here are some of the best.
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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…
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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…
