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Ranking Hotel Rewards: Where Should Your Loyalty Lie?
Even for infrequent travelers, hotel loyalty programs are worth joining. Membership is free and often yields benefits right off the bat. It may be just a small perk, such as late checkout, or a true money saver such as free…
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bhofack2/istockphoto Best Cheap Ice Cream Treats
If you’re craving a cool, refreshing, tasty, and cheap ice cream treat, you may be forgiven for thinking that ice cream is ice cream is ice cream. As our panel of six taste testers discovered, however, there’s a difference between…
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10 Beach and Pool Basics Under $20
We’re deep into summer now and while it may be too early to hit the sale racks in search of cheap pool and beach gear, there are still bargains to be had. The key is knowing where to look. Cheapism.com…
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10 Unconventional Summer Yoga Classes
The International Day of Yoga, celebrated on June 21, saw millions of yogis converge for free classes in New York City’s Times Square and throughout the world. Disappointed you didn’t take advantage? Don’t sweat it: Free and cheap classes across…
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11 Must-Have Tools for Homeowners
Do-it-yourself projects are part of the home-owning life. Sooner or later something is bound to break down or require hanging, tightening, or connecting. For any of these tasks, proper tools are a must. A hammer and a screwdriver are the…
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15 Hot Summer Dates for $5 or Less
Summer is the perfect time for low-cost dating. With long sunny days, warm nights, and plenty of outdoor activities, the possibilities are many. So don’t fret if you’re constrained by a tight budget this season — you and your sweetie…
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How to Find the Best Rewards Credit Card for You
In the right hands a frugal and disciplined shopper can use rewards credit cards to save on every purchase. Finding the best cash-back or rewards credit card to leverage your…
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10 Free Navigation and Gas Apps for Summer Road Trips
With free navigation and gas apps guiding your way, say sayonara to getting lost, wasting gas, and spending too much to power your buggy. Regardless what kind of smartphone you…
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Cheers on the Cheap: 25 Happy Hours in LA
Los Angeles is a fun city with a lively eating and drinking scene, and if you know where to look, you can partake on the cheap. While many places charge…
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10 Quick and Easy Summer Treats
One of the challenges of summer is staying cool without spending a lot of money on air-conditioning and ice cream. With lots of fresh produce on grocery store shelves, it’s…
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10 Money-Saving Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent
When perusing the listings of homes for sale, it may seem easiest to just contact the first real estate agent who pops up or whose name appears in the mailer…
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10 Fascinating Places for Urban Explorers
“Urban exploration” means discovering and investigating abandoned urban locations. These secret places are often forgotten, always interesting, and offer a unique window onto the history of a neighborhood or a…
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How to Find Free Summer Concerts in 15 Cities
After a brutal winter, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather. Many cities across the country are happy to accommodate by hosting free and cheap concerts, shows,…
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10 Summer Travel Tips for Students on a Budget
At the end of the school year, many students hit the road looking for adventure. Fledgling scholars can use their summer break to acquire new skills, learn a foreign language,…
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10 Ways to Save on Amusement Parks
Americans love amusement parks, the classic summer retreat for people of all ages for more than a century. This is a $12 billion a year industry, according to the International…
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10 Cheap but Tasty Summer Cocktails
There’s little more enjoyable than relaxing under the summer sun with a delicious beverage in hand. The cost of cocktails has skyrocketed over the last few years and it’s not…
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Evelyn K./Yelp 12 Incredible Free Zoos
A trip to the zoo combines fun in the sun with interactive learning about exotic animals, native species, and environmental conservation. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, hobby ecologist, or just…
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10 Tips for a Relaxing At-Home Spa Day
From time to time we could all use a day of pampering to rejuvenate mind and body. The cost of indulging at a fancy spa can easily reach several hundred…