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From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, active duty U.S. military and their families receive free admission to more than 2,000 museums and other attractions throughout the United States. The program is called Blue Star Museums. When it launched in 2010 there were 700 participating museums. By 2019 the list has grown to more
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Everybody wants to get the best deal on accommodations when they travel, and one of the most affordable options are hostels, many with features like private rooms and baths, even entertainment by local bands. These are five of the best hostels in NYC, where hostels have been flourishing as the hospitality industry looks for new
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WOW what an airfare deal to Europe! WOW air is offering $129 one-way fares from all 13 airports it serves in the USA to 11 cities in Europe. You must purchase a round-trip fare, which means $258, which is around $500 less than such a ticket would cost from most other airlines. The discount fares
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Even if you are an experienced traveler, it’s easy to make costly travel mistakes. As the peak summer travel season gears up, here’s how to avoid some of the worst travel mistakes, and save time and stress along with saving your travel budget, because sometimes saving money costs more in the long run. It’s called
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Scam Alert: Is that advertised summer rental a great find or an expensive fraud? These tips will protect your budget and save your vacation from being ruined by scammers, and other disappointments. Fraudsters often lift a legitimate ad from websites like Craigslist and add a bargain-basement rental price and a fake email address to reel
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How and when you make your hotel reservation, and check in, can help you score a hotel room upgrade, even get on the the VIP or Club Floor. Here are the top hotel hacks to get a better room without paying the price: Reservation matters Reservation codes include the source of your booking. You are
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Party hearty in Lake Charles, the family-friendly Mardi Gras destination, where kids get their own parade, and there’s another parade for classic cars and hot rods. It’s just as much fun, and a lot less expensive, than Mardi Gras in nearby New Orleans. One of the traditions of Mardi Gras in Lake Charles is the
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Time is running out to get one of the best deals on the planet. The price of a lifetime pass to America’s National Parks for those of us 62 and older jumps from $10 to $80 on August 27th, so get your pass now to avoid the the price increase. It’s first price increase for
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Plan your summer and fall getaway now and save money on international flights as low as $149. Here are deals that will help you fill your bucket list without emptying your wallet, and some travel technology news for international fliers. WOW air – This ultra-affordable Icelandic airline may be named for the reaction we get
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Planning a beach vacation this summer or fall? Head for one of these top beaches in the USA, rated as the best by TripAdvisor reviewers for the quality of sand and surf, lack of crowds and affordability. Not surprisingly, the list is dominated by Florida and Hawaii. And all these beaches are public, not limited
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