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eli_asenova/istockphoto 16 Ways to Avoid Fast Food When You’re On Vacation
When you’re on vacation sticking to a healthy diet can be difficult — not only must you resist the temptation of calorie-rich tourist treats, you also lack the full kitchen setup you have at home. While fast food is usually…
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Marcos Mesa Sam Wordley/shutterstock 20 Mistakes Americans Make When Traveling Abroad
Traveling abroad is an exhilarating way to learn about the world firsthand, but unless you’re an expert globetrotter, it can be hard to keep track of expectations in other nations. Americans are common offenders when it comes to committing cultural…
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chrisdorney/shutterstock When to Shop Tax-Free in 12 States
Summer vacation may still be in full swing, but for residents of states offering tax-free shopping days, it pays to get into a back-to-school state of mind. Shopping during designated tax-free days can save on select clothing, school supplies, and…
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RossHelen/istockphoto Best Sleeping Bags
Whether you’re camping in the backwoods or sending a kid to a sleepover, a comfortable sleeping bag is essential for a sound night’s sleep. Prices range from about $20 for a cheap sleeping bag suitable for a backyard slumber party…
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YinYang/istockphoto 13 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Car for a Teen
So, your not-a-kid-anymore kid passed the big driving test and is now (gasp!) officially licensed to drive. Even better, you somehow have room in your budget to become a super parent and bestow upon your newly minted driver a new…
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urbancow/istockphoto 30 Things You Can Share to Save Money
From Airbnb to Uber, the “sharing economy” is a hot topic. Although much of the attention is on networks of strangers renting residences and rides, there’s more than one way to save money by sharing goods and services. Consumers can tap…
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Louisville Mega Cavern/facebook.com Act Like a Kid Again at These 22 Amusements for Adults
While still fun for adults, amusement parks cater primarily to young children, the ones most excited by meeting fictional characters and riding the teacups. But what about the adults —…
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SeppFriedhuber/istockphoto 10 Rainforest Adventures for Frugal Travelers
Tropical forests cover less than 2 percent of the Earth’s surface, according to the Rainforest Foundation, but are home to more than half of all species. These important ecological areas…
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RapidEye/istockphoto 28 Simple Things Today’s Teens Don’t Know How to Do
What time is it? If it’s not a digital watch or a phone screen, some kids are downright stumped. And telling time isn’t the only traditional skill or activity getting…
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Jacob Lund/shutterstock 10 Amazing Cotton Candy Treats You Won’t Believe
Spun sugar has been a treat around the world for centuries. But it wasn’t until a dentist — of all people — named Dr. William Morrison and confectioner John C.…
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ShaneMyersPhoto/istockphoto 20 Ways to See the World and Help Save the Planet
For many travelers these days, particularly millennials, finding a way to make travel more meaningful has become a top priority. Globetrotters are increasingly pursuing journeys for a greater good, opting…
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Tatomm/istockphoto 14 Workouts You Can Do With Your Pet and Other Animals
Just like humans need exercise to maintain their health, so do animals. Fortunately, getting fit together is a new trend, with classes popping up in everything from goat yoga to…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock Best Colleges for Seniors in Every State
Many people dream of furthering their education even later in life, and it can be very affordable or even free to do so. One the best perks of getting older…
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Alliance/shutterstock How to Get Paid to Shop
Headed to your favorite store? You could be using your phone to earn cash back on the stuff you buy. Some apps reward you simply for walking into a store…
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sturti/istockphoto 25 Must-Have Dorm Room Items
Back-to-school shopping is almost in full swing again, but for new high-school grads ready to head off to college, things like laptops and dorm room supplies take priority over notebooks…
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Adam Bettcher / Stringer / Getty Images Entertainment / Getty Images CC 25 Things to Buy at Target for Back to School
Get ready for school with top Target essentials, featuring big savings on basics for both in-store and online shoppers.
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto Top 25 Companies Offering Part-Time Work-From-Home Jobs
More people than ever are working from home — and they’re also choosing part-time positions. “More people are working remotely than ever before — 3.9 million U.S. employees work from…
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smartstock/istockphoto 50 Amazon Best Sellers Shoppers Can’t Get Enough Of
The Amazon juggernaut keeps on rolling, and we can’t help but wonder what’s in all those brown boxes that keep landing on everyone’s doorsteps at a mind-boggling clip. To satiate…
