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The Real Reasons Behind Those Weird Airplane Safety Rules
Raising your airplane window shade could actually save your life.
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13 Signs You’re About to Be Pickpocketed
Make sure you know the signs that a pickpocket is nearby, and take precautions so that the pocket that gets...
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This Is the Safest (and Fastest!) Way to Remove Snow from Your Car
We know, it's cold. Here's how to do the job quickly.
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The One Outfit the Royal Family Always Packs, No Matter Where They Go
The reason is a bit bleak.
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5 Car Brands with the Most Recalls—and 6 with the Fewest
This exclusive data from ISeeCars.com breaks down the biggest offenders. Did your car's manufacturer top the list?
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13 Ways Your Hotel Room Could Be Making You Sick
You're going to want to bring sanitizing wipes to wipe down every square inch of your hotel room after reading...
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The Very Best Airplane Seats for Every Type of Need
Spoiler alert: Bulkhead seats and exit rows shouldn't always be your top choice.
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12 of the Best Value Hotels in America
Keep these hotels in mind if you're looking to get the best bang for your buck.
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12 Stunning Black Sand Beaches You Never Knew Existed
Mother Nature never fails to surprise us.
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18 Sneaky Ways Disney World Gets You to Spend More Money
The most magical place on earth has a few tricks up its sleeve.
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10 Most Extravagant Hotel Amenities in the World
If money's no option, these are the destinations that really know how to pamper you. Check out these opulent extras.
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The Full Story Behind Princess Diana’s Iconic Haircut
From her outfits to her haircut, Princess Diana really set a precedent for style. This is the story behind her...
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Why You Should Never Keep Your Phone in the Glove Compartment
It may seem like a good idea, but it also has damaging consequences.
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8 Things to Do If Your Car Breaks Down in Winter
When a winter storm hits and you're on the road, there might be no time to think about survival. Remember...
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12 Things Your School Bus Driver Wishes You Knew
Curious why your child has an assigned seat? Here are the secrets parents wish they knew about the peculiar demands...
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The Craziest World Record in Every State
Find out the wild record that happened in your state.
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The Real Reason Why Passports Only Come in Four Colors
Sadly, you probably won’t find a millennial pink passport any time soon.
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The Best and Worst Car Brands for Customer Satisfaction
If you're looking for a new car in 2019, you'll want to check out how satisfied customers are with their...
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13 Amazing Hotel Perks That Will Make You Want to Book a Room ASAP
While lots of hotels offer a drink when you check-in or perhaps include a fitness class, these 13 hotels really...
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15 Trips Every Mother Should Take with Her Daughter or Son
When you take a mom-child relationship on the road, both parties can learn something new, not to mention have a...
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The Best 12 Cities in the World for Book Lovers
When they're planning their vacations, literary tourists look for beautiful and historic bookstores, places of bookish importance and cities where...
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United States Trivia Your History Teacher Never Taught You
When was Christmas illegal in America? Which state did Congress forget to officially add to the Union for 150 years?...
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The Best Beach Vacation for Every Month of the Year
Spend the year following the sun from tropical islands to golden-sand retreats with this guide to the best beaches across...
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Your Car Won’t Handle The Rest of the Winter Without These 8 Fixes
Winter is not over yet. Make sure that your car is ready to take on the snow, ice, and cold.
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10 Vintage Cars to Remind You How Cool Cars Used to Be
Cue the nostalgia.
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12 of America’s Prettiest Winter Towns
Have the winter blues? Maybe that's because you're not taking full advantage of the beauty the coldest season of the...
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This Is Why You Always Board on the Left Side of an Airplane
You know you've always been curious.
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15 Things You Should Do within 10 Minutes of Having a Car Accident
Oh no, this can't be happening, you think to yourself in the instant you realize you've been in a car...
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30 Brilliant Buys Travel Pros Never Travel Without
Travel agents and flight attendants share their must-pack items for every trip—what crucial items are missing from your checklist?