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Get unlimited flights for six months with the new Frontier Airlines Go Wild! All-You-Can-Fly pass for just $299, for access to more than 85 destinations in the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. The GoWild! Fall and Winter Pass is valid for unlimited travel from Sept. 2, 2023 through Feb. 29, 2024. With a
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Now that my hometown is back on top of the must visit destination list, here’s how to enjoy NYC on the cheap. The NYC Culture Calendar for June and July features FREE museum admission, including at the Museum Mile Festival, dozens of FREE outdoor movies and concerts in NYC parks, a downtown food festival, the
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It’s important to be ready for an emergency. Pack a Grab and Go Bag now so you are ready for stormy weather, fire, or even a personal family emergency that requires immediate travel. Here’s what you’ll need for a quick escape.
Delta is rated the best US airline for the fifth year in a row, and United is number two. JetBlue, Spirit, Allegiant and Frontier are the worst. After Delta and United, rounding out the top five are Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest airlines, in that order. That’s according to the annual Best Airlines Report,
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Dependability, reliability, crash prevention and safety features that include parental speed control settings. Those are the top considerations when buying or leasing a new or used car for a teen with minimum experience behind the wheel, and the top factors to get a vehicle onto the annual Best Cars for Teens list. I would also
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There are great meal deals at national fast food and fast casual chains every week, to help you stretch your strained budget. Top deals now are BOGO shakes at Shake Shack, return of Denny’s Grand Slam breakfast, all-you-can-eat ribs and chicken at Golden Corral, and more. We update this money-saving list several times a month,
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Whether you are a NYC native like me, moved here recently, or a visitor experiencing the greatest city on the planet, these are the best FREE things to do in New York City. This list offers something for everybody, including FREE museums and sightseeing, FREE guided tours, FREE tickets to late night TV shows,
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The peak summer driving season is getting underway, which often means clogged roads and traffic jams. Road rage is a driving danger, along with drunk driving and distracted driving such as texting while driving. These tips will help you avoid aggressive drivers, or become one yourself.
One of the best things to do on a warm spring or summer day is a picnic in the park. Here are the best picnic spots in Central Park, whether you bring your own food or purchase take-out at one of the local cafes. Just be sure to clean up after yourself and help keep the
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There’s no reason to spend lots of money on travel gadgets and gear to lighten the load and keep you organized on the road. It’s easy to find free and cheap alternatives in your kitchen, bathroom, hardware store or office supply store.