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Experience the Best of India: Best Things to Do on Your Trip

by Susan Paigeon December 26, 2022 ~ Leave a Comment

Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sandeepachetan/12617595505 India is a country with a rich and diverse culture, history, and natural beauty. With so much to see and do, it can be overwhelming to plan a trip to this vibrant and colorful country.  A trip to India will be one you’ll remember for a lifetime, and it’s also very cheap. Nonetheless, […]

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The Most Expensive Times to Buy Airline Tickets

by Jenny Smedraon December 21, 2022 ~ Leave a Comment

The Most Expensive Times to Buy Airline Tickets

As the snow continues to fall and the days of subzero temperatures drag on, I miss the sunshine and the heat. As a summer baby, I have never enjoyed cold weather. So, I always look forward to traveling to warmer climates in the winter months. However, the holidays make it difficult to find affordable tickets […]

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The 15 Best Sites For Last-Minute Travel Deals

by Jenny Smedraon July 22, 2022 ~ Leave a Comment

Summer is almost over. So, if you haven’t gotten away from the office yet, you only have a few weeks left. However, booking your vacation doesn’t need to be stressful since there are sites that can save you time and money. If you need one last trip before the end of summer, here are 15 […]

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7 Reasons to Avoid Third-Party Bookings

by Jenny Smedraon May 4, 2022 ~ Leave a Comment

Although some people despise it, I look forward to making travel arrangements. Scouting out local attractions and finding great deals get me even more excited about getting away. As I was planning our family vacation for this summer, I found some killer airline deals through a third-party travel site. While I normally prefer to book […]

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How Learning a Foreign Language Boosts Your Earnings

by Jenny Smedraon May 5, 2021 ~ Leave a Comment

How Learning a Foreign Language Boosts Your Earnings

Improving your language skills offers many personal and professional benefits. Not only does it provide new insights and access to other cultures, but it can entirely change your worldview. Becoming bilingual or multilingual gives you a global business perspective and more employment opportunities as well. From a financial perspective, learning a foreign language boosts earnings […]

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The Quarantine Budget: 2 Weeks of Self-Isolation

by Jenny Smedraon August 5, 2020 ~ Leave a Comment

The Quarantine Budget 2 Weeks of Self-Isolation

  Prior to my international flights, I had to make arrangements to self-quarantine when I arrived. While these rules are not strictly enforced in the United States, I chose to follow international standards and self-isolate. I was fortunate to have help from family and friends, but two weeks of isolation requires thorough preparation. Here is […]

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Top Four Locations for Your Next Biking Vacation

by Justin Weingeron November 22, 2019 ~ Leave a Comment

Going on road trips is one thing, and going on bike rides is undoubtedly another level of adventure altogether. Once you’ve graduated from your first around-the-neighborhood two-wheeler and rode on your first touring bike, you’re most likely raring to find the best locations to explore and experience. There are benefits to resorting to traveling or […]

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How To Budget For Your EuroTrip

by Susan Paigeon August 16, 2019 ~ Leave a Comment

Traveling to Europe is something that most people do at least once, and it should definitely be considered. There’s a really big misconception that a trip to Europe is incredibly expensive, and yes, it is expensive, but it doesn’t have to be something that completely cripples your finances. There are a couple of things you […]

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Make Your Couples Trip To New Orleans Affordable

by Lucinda Honeycutton July 24, 2019 ~ Leave a Comment

After months (or years) of saving, your vacation savings are almost ready. Time to celebrate an anniversary or birthday with your partner. Ask anyone where you should go and they will say New Orleans. It’s a hot bed of excitement and culture. Even though you have the savings ready to go, you don’t want to […]

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Why A Vacation By Rail or Road Can Be Cheaper And Recharge You

by Lucinda Honeycutton July 10, 2019 ~ Leave a Comment

When considering travel across the US, many opt for a flight. They can take you across the country in a few hours. We have become a society a little lost in the “fast food” convenience of everything right now. Vacations are relaxing and recharging. It’s hard to do that when dealing with changing airlines and […]

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PAY OFF HIGH INTEREST DEBT: DON’T CARRY A BALANCE ON YOUR CREDIT CARDS

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OWN: OWNING ASSETS IS GENERALLY TO YOUR ADVANTAGE. GET AS MANY AS YOU REASONABLY CAN

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