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    20 Easy Ways to Save Money in Retirement

    Many people spend their entire adult lives looking forward to the freedom of retirement, yet when the time finally comes, saying goodbye to one’s steady source of income can be scary. Whether you’re already retired or just planning ahead, you…

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    19 Summer Casseroles to Bring to the Potluck

    Skip heavy, cream-filled dishes and try these fresh vegetable casseroles that are perfect for summer potlucks and warm-weather gatherings.

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    AMC Brings Back $5 Movies for Summer

    With blockbuster movies such as “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Thor: Love and Thunder” hitting the big screen, AMC Theatres is bringing back a pre-pandemic perk: $5 movies on Tuesdays all summer. The Discount Tuesdays program was halted when movie theaters…

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    Iconic Sandwich Shops That Changed Lunch Forever

    What’s on the menu for lunch today? Whatever your answer, chances are that it’s very different today than it would have been roughly a century ago. In the time that’s elapsed, many sandwich shops have tempted our taste buds with…

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    33 Idyllic Parks That Bring Nature to the City

    Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted said every city should have a large park for the “unbending of the faculties.” He designed some of America’s most famous grounds, beginning with New York City’s Central Park and continuing in 30 other…

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    30 Products That Are Worth Spending More On

    We don’t always advocate buying things on the cheap, especially something you’ll use daily or potentially have for years. There are plenty of companies with products that their owners say are better than the rest – you just have to…

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    Why McDonald’s Fries Used to Taste Better

    If you’re a fan of McDonald’s crisp, golden French fries, you’ve likely wondered if something changed about the flavor of those world-famous fries over the years — rest assured, you’re…

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    26 Ways to Do Disney on a Budget

    Visiting Disney World in Florida or Disneyland in California is practically a childhood rite of passage. The magic isn’t lost on adults, many of whom enjoy returning year after year…

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    Hidden Gems and Secret Hacks to Get the Most Out of Disney

    Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to Disney we go. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, honeymoon, or you just won the Super Bowl, Disneyland and Disney World are incredible…

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    Some McDonald’s Are Doing Away With $1 Drinks

    If the $1 any-size soft drinks at McDonald’s have brought you a sliver of solace during a time when just about everything is getting more expensive, brace yourself. Some franchisees…

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    These Sequoia National Park Vacation Homes Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters

    A visit to any national park is unforgettable, but there is something truly spectacular about having a 5-star experience not just inside the park but at your vacation rental, too.…

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    26 Things You Didn’t Know About America’s Oldest National Park

    One of America’s most famous national parks — and a bucket-list destination for many — turned 150 this year, and its sesquicentennial is off to a rocky start. Admission to…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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…