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7 Ways to Get the Most for Your Money on a Road Trip

By Mikey Rox

According to AAA, nearly 80% of Americans hit the open road each summer for a family vacation. If you are too, just keep in mind that while you may be saving money over costly flights and en route hotel stays, there's still opportunity to shave even ...

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June 30, 2026

How to Take Advantage of Error Fares for Booking Super Cheap Flights

By Mikey Rox

Flying the friendly skies is an efficient and often necessary way to travel, but the cost of such convenience is often prohibitive. From ticket prices to baggage fees to in-flight purchases, these expenses can take a big chunk out of your vacation ...

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June 9, 2026

The Worst Vacation Ever – and Some Painful Lessons Learned

By Len Penzo

Summer is just two months away. So it's not surprising that many people are already gearing up for another vacation season full of fabulous food and frolicking fun in the sun with friends and family. With that in mind, I thought it would be a kick ...

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April 27, 2026

A Lifestyle Review of Historic Princeton, New Jersey

By Enero Febrero

Princeton University regularly earns top ranking among national colleges, but there's much more to Princeton, New Jersey, than its academics. Princeton, the product of a merger between a borough and a township, walks the line between bustling and ...

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December 3, 2025

Traveling Notaries: The Perfect Solution for Busy People

By Enero Febrero

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You're juggling keys, coffee – and a contract for a new home that can't wait. That's precisely the time when you need a traveling notary to lighten your load and reduce some stress. With a quick tap, you can book an in person visit or a secure video ...

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October 31, 2025

Be Careful, Priceline Users! Name a Wrong Price and You May Go To Jail

By Len Penzo

I bet you didn't know Priceline had a jail. I didn't either until I got tossed into their web-based hoosegow for 24 hours. Heh. What was my "crime" you ask? This is kind of embarrassing to admit, but I recently made an offer on a rental car ...

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October 20, 2025

Why Personal Deficit Spending Can Actually Be a Good Idea

By Neal Frankle

Most personal finance bloggers extol the virtues of frugality and I'm normally among them. It's true. People generally get wealthy (and more importantly stay wealthy) because they learn to live well below their means. But sometimes, personal deficit ...

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September 17, 2025

Outdoor Living: What to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home

By Corazon Gritar

No matter where your family lives, there is no arguing that natural spaces are often more appealing. Fresh air, sprawling lakes, and abundant wildlife offer an escape from everyday distractions, so it's no wonder that 37% of families say that ...

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August 12, 2025

14 Things You Shouldn’t Buy When Traveling

By Anum Yoon

Travel is often fun, but almost always expensive. That's especially true if your trip is for an extended amount of time. The good news is you may be surprised how far your vacation money can go by avoiding certain things travelers often buy. Here are ...

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July 8, 2025

How to Make Travel Cheaper with a Credit Card

By Len Penzo

Credit cards are a necessity for most travelers. Best of all, having the right card in your wallet can actually save you money. With that in mind, here's how to make travel cheaper with a credit card: Get an airline card Many airline cards offer ...

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June 26, 2025

Does a Furnished Apartment Come with Its Own Bedding?

By Enero Febrero

If you're traveling you obviously want to know how much luggage you need to take. If you're staying in a furnished apartment on your travels this means that you'll need to know what the rental includes. Do you need to make sure you have items such as ...

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June 11, 2025

5 Ways to Save Money on Moving Expenses

By Enero Febrero

Moving to a new home is stressful enough without additional financial worries. Especially when it comes to how to save money on moving expenses. After all, there are many costs involved in the moving process. For example, you may need to hire ...

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June 4, 2025

6 Simple Travel Tips That Save Time and Money

By Enero Febrero

Are you thinking about planning a trip? Then before you book your flight and hotel reservation, make sure you review these basic -- but very useful -- simple travel tips that savvy travelers use to help them not only save money, but a little time ...

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May 14, 2025

Private Jet Service Costs: Are They Worth It?

By Louise Vinciguerra

Have you ever wondered if a private jet service cost is worth it? Imagine this scenario: You pull up to your plane at a small airport. Then you walk directly from your car onto the jet. Your bags -- weighing more than 50 pounds apiece! -- are whisked ...

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January 29, 2025

How to Take Your Dream Vacation on a Tight Budget

By Mikey Rox

So you want to get away after being cooped up for a couple months? Then stop planning staycations and start thinking bigger! The good news is your dream vacation can be taken on a tight budget. Here are seven tips on how to take the vacation of a ...

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August 20, 2024

Dear Diary: What I Did On My Summer Vacation

By Len Penzo

My family and I just got back from a whirlwind two-week vacation to the East Coast to see the Honeybee's family in Connecticut and do some sightseeing. We also managed to set aside a little time to visit some of my tax money in our nation's capital. ...

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July 11, 2024

How to Experience New York City (NYC) on a Budget

By Sabado Domingo

New York is an amazing city that attracts millions of curious tourists all year long, including New Year's Eve when thousands of revelers crowd Times Square to watch the ball drop at the stroke of midnight. Of course, New York City (NYC) is also well ...

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June 19, 2024

The 10 Most Expensive Country Clubs in the US

By Sabado Domingo

In the realm of leisure and luxury, few places rival the allure of exclusive country clubs and golf clubs. These bastions of privilege offer more than just a round of golf. They provide an experience that blends opulence with recreation, creating an ...

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June 14, 2024

Worried About Hospital Bills? Consider Medical Tourism!

By Anum Yoon

You need to undergo a medical procedure, pronto. So you look around for the best, and most affordable, hospitals in your area. You even check out the ones across the country. Unfortunately, none of them fit your requirements -- especially your ...

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May 7, 2024

5 Ways to See Disney on a Budget

By Anum Yoon

For most people who don't live in California or Florida, a trip to Disney is a rare treat. Even if you only do it once a year, or once every few years, a full Disney vacation can be expensive; sometimes prohibitively so. Thankfully, it is possible to ...

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April 16, 2024

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