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ThomasVogel/istockphoto Why These Collectible Hot Sauces Cost Hundreds of Dollars
While most hot sauce fans just love to spice up their eggs and gumbo, there are some people who love collecting hot sauce just like any other hobby. Those chile heads drive the market for super expensive sauces thanks to…
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Vrbo Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnbs in Jay Peak
Home to 81 trails, Jay Peak, Vermont, is a ski destination that has something for the beginner to the most advanced skier. When you stay in one of these rentals, you can enjoy ski-in, ski-out access to the mountain, so…
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Keystone/Stringer/Hulton Archive/Getty Images Vintage Halloween Photos That Will Haunt You
Believe it or not, celebrating Halloween and photography have something in common — besides one being a good way to capture spooky costumes and face paint for posterity. Both became popular in the U.S. in the mid-1800s. From early spirit…
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Robert King/Staff/Hulton Archive/Getty Images The Most Shocking Election Upsets in U.S. History
After all the tumult and stress that the events of 2020Â brought on America, the November Presidential election and its aftermath were just more shocks to contend with. But this was hardly the first contentious political outcome for the country. Here…
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Cool Gifts for Old School Gamers Who Miss the ’80s
Back in the day, before the internet and streaming and high-powered PCs, gamers had two choices: beg mom and dad for an expensive gaming console like the Atari 2600 or Nintendo Entertainment System, or go to an arcade and pump…
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21 Best Gifts for Movie Buffs
If anyone needs to have their holiday brightened this year, it’s movie fans. With so many theaters closed and anticipated blockbusters delayed indefinitely, it’s been a tough time to be a cinephile. But there’s still time to give 2020 a…
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Vrbo Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnbs in Okemo
These picturesque rentals are located with prime access to the Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont. Ski right out to the slopes from your rental and avoid busy shuttles and…
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Cheapism The Coolest Fort-Building Kits to Buy the Kids This Year
Many things about childhood have changed over the decades, but fort-building will never go out of style. Kids get all kinds of benefits from the imaginative work of building forts,…
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Cheapism Best Gifts for Bacon Lovers
Bacon lovers are a passionate bunch, which should make it simple to find the perfect gift. But with so many awesome bacon-themed gift ideas out there, choosing just one could…
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Sofia Bush by Collision Conf (CC BY) How Much Celebs Gave to Political Causes and Candidates in 2021
Almost every politician knows that Hollywood is a great place to have a campaign fundraiser — and not just because of the warm weather. Celebrities are often willing to open…
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ToddKuhns/istockphoto Macy’s Brings Back a Beloved Holiday Tradition — With a Catch
Ah, this Christmas will be just like the ones of yore … well, kind of. While toys and trees may be in short supply thanks to supply-chain snags, there are…
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netrun78/istockphoto The Best Cold-Weather Gear on Amazon
Sure, it’s not full-on winter yet, but there’s enough of a chill in the air in most parts of the country to remind us that, as “Game of Thrones” once…
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Vrbo Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnbs in Stratton
Stratton offers unbeatable ski slopes and wintertime activities, so why spend part of your vacation waiting for and riding shuttles? These rentals are located slopeside and let you maximize the…
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Alessandro Biascioli/istockphoto What It’s Like to Drive in Other Countries
Driving overseas is an adventure all in itself, from taking the wheel in a car brand you’ve never heard of to discovering a place where there’s no speed limit or…
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OlegAlbinsky/istockphoto Historic American Towns Where You’ll Travel Back in Time
From Southern plantations to Western saloons to New England villages, America is filled with historic destinations that are not only captivating but also inexpensive or even free to see. For…
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Pgiam/istockphoto Tips for Dining Out on a Low-Salt Diet
We all know too much sodium is a dietary danger, but the Food and Drug Administration wants restaurants and food companies to take action. The FDA recently issued voluntary guidelines aimed…
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carlosbezz/istockphoto The Best Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches in America
Nothing says fall like a day on the farm choosing pumpkins and navigating a giant corn maze. Perusing the pumpkin display usually is free, and although many corn mazes cost…
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Vrbo Amazing Ski-In, Ski-Out Airbnbs in Killington
Enjoy a picturesque mountain getaway in Vermont with these Killington rental properties. You can ski in and ski out, making each of these properties a fabulous choice if you’re looking…
