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Sur La Table’s Best Prime Day Rival Deals
If you think Prime Day deals are just an Amazon phenomenon, think again. Many retailers promote competing sales to enjoy their own piece of the ever-growing ecommerce pie. Online kitchen and cooking retailer Sur La Table is having a sale…
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PomInOz/istockphoto 24 Secluded Beach Paradises Around the World
After months of self-quarantine, you may be ready for that beach trip, but still not equipped to cope with crowds. Luckily, there are plenty of secluded stretches of sand to be found around the world, places that don’t require staying…
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eclipse_images/istockphoto The Biggest House-Flipping Mistakes Newbies Make
Glorified by HGTV shows and personalities, house flipping is as tantalizing an idea as it’s been since the 1980s, when the combination of 24-hour cable channels, a recession, and real estate mania made renovating homes for quick sale seem like…
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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,…
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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…
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DieterMeyrl/istockphoto The Best Hidden Gem Destinations, According to RV Experts
RV experts share their favorite hidden-gem spots ranging from full hook-up parks to boondocking sites. See which ones inspire you to hit the road.
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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…
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RiverNorthPhotography/istockphoto 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…
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FG Trade/istockphoto 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…
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samael334/istockphoto 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…
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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…
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Jacob Lund/shutterstock 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…
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Netflix The Best Foreign TV Shows to Binge This Summer
From crime dramas to crowd-pleasers, these foreign TV shows prove there’s a world of great content beyond English-language series.
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bernardbodo/istockphoto 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…
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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…
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Prostock-Studio/istockphoto 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…
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Dmitrii Guldin/istockphoto 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…
