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AlexanderNikiforov/istockphoto 17 Boat Adventures You Have to Take
Some destinations are just meant to be explored by boat. Think the Greek Islands, Vietnam’s Halong Bay, or the Mekong Delta for starters. Small-boat journeys provide an intimate view of such destinations, offering access to under-the-radar communities and places where…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 15 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Summer Camp
With fond memories of cabin mates, campfires, swimming pools, and s’mores, it’s no wonder that parents who went to summer camp want their children to have the same enriching experience. Whether kids go to sleep-away camp or a day program,…
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Ann S./Yelp 55 Foods Worth Traveling For
Let’s admit it: Trying new foods while on vacation can often be just as exciting as any other activity we might have planned for a trip — and in some cases what we eat is the biggest highlight of the…
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romrodinka/istockphoto Boston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Kids are expensive, and getting the family together for an affordable meal can be difficult. Luckily, there are many restaurants in the Boston area where kids eat free or cheap, from burger and pizza joints to fine dining establishments. Check…
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wavebreakmedia/istockphoto 30 Factors To Consider Before Moving To A Senior Community
Life is all about change — and moving to a senior community is a big one. It’s not only smart but also necessary to do plenty of research before making such a major move. Things to keep in mind range…
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haveseen/istockphoto 24 Trump Properties Not Actually Owned by Trump
President Donald Trump made a name for himself by literally making gilded names for himself — and slapping them onto buildings. Before “The Apprentice” and before the Oval Office, Trump was synonymous with multimillion-dollar real estate and the businesses therein.…
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nicoletaionescu/depositphotos.com Footie PJs and 19 Other Kitschy Items Being Made for Harry and Meghan’s Wedding
Britain’s royals elicit endless fascination on both sides of the pond, so the marriage of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle has just heightened the hoopla. Even if you…
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andresr/istockphoto 12 Places That Kids Love But Parents Hate
Going to places that kids love and parents hate is practically a rite of passage for parents everywhere. It’s part of the job and the learning curve. Because nearly all…
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Wavebreakmedia/istockphoto What is Assisted Living and 15 Other Important Questions Answered About Senior Care
Every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. Many are expected to live well into their 80s, and most will need assistance at some point. The aging of the U.S. population…
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onurdongel/istockphoto Here’s When to Book Airline Tickets for the Cheapest Prices
Airfare doesn’t care about your schedule: It ebbs and flows with the rhythms of the travel calendar. It’s why airfare soars when the entire nation tries to cram into planes…
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Kwangmoozaa/istockphoto 30 Cell Phone Ripoffs You Can Actually Avoid
Mobile phones are on sale everywhere from Best Buy and the Apple Store to mini-marts and sometimes even airport vending machines. The act of buying one varies just as widely:…
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4FR/istockphoto 18 Countries Where It’s Easy to Get a Last-Minute Visa
Countries around the world are making it easier for travelers to visit on short notice. To reduce staffing expenses, many nations have adopted new e-visa processes that do away with…
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OGphoto/istockphoto 18 Things You Must Do While Traveling Central America
There are so many once-in-a-lifetime places to go in throughout Central America that you could devote your whole bucket list to the seven countries linking North and South America. Here,…
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Ridofranz/istockphoto 15 Tips To Eat Cheap and Stay Healthy With These Popular Diets
Your regular routine can change drastically when you remove entire food groups to follow a specific diet, and one of those changes can be a much larger grocery bill. Staying…
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gilaxia/istockphoto 20 Party Essentials You Should Always Buy at the Dollar Store
Party supplies are among the best dollar-store buys, especially as the weather warms and backyard barbecues return to decks and patios across the country. Whether you’re planning a kid’s party,…
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franckreporter/istockphoto 20 Reasons Not to Have Kids
There are few decisions more life-changing than having children. Thankfully, today’s would-be parents have more time and more relaxed societal expectations in which to consider the many pros and cons…
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Boris Ryaposov/shutterstock 10 Ways to Tame Frizzy Hair Without Salon Products
Hot weather, humidity, and shampooing too much can wreak havoc on hair, especially if it’s curly or wavy. Pricey salon products may prove tempting to anyone with out-of-control hair, but…
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Arina P Habich/shutterstock 12 Low-Cost Tequila Cocktails to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for the fifth of May) commemorates Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In the United States, it features parades, mariachi music…