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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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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.


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.

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.


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...


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...


The Craziest World Record in Every State

Find out the wild record that happened in your state.


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...


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...


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...


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?...


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.



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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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?