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Summer’s here, though I say that tentatively in case a rain cloud materializes over my head just to spite me. But as May inches its way toward June, the sky clears. And with the temperatures rising, it’s impossible to deny that the season of sun and fun is finally upon us. Goodbye, seasonal depression…hello to

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Pack your bags — Southwest Airlines is having a major sale! Fares are as low as $59 one-way if you book by October 3rd. This end-of-summer super sale is a game-changer for your travel plans through the end of the year. Summertime travel gets all the glory. But why not take advantage of your long

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Recently, I wrote a piece about the genius of shopping for swimsuits during the winter. In it, I championed the benefits of buying swimwear now. It’s smart to take advantage of the off-season sales so you’re extra-prepared for summer. Part of what led me to this discovery is my penchant for mood-boarding. The mood-board —

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Road trips can be a lot of fun — but they can also drain your wallet quickly if you aren’t careful. From high gas costs and park admission fares to lodging and the price of eating out every night, the expenses can add up quickly. But at the same time, it’s very possible to do

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Shares of Boeing (BA) have continued to climb this month, rising over 33% from their October 30th closing of $144.39, and have continued to climb this week. There are a few key events contributing to this rapid rise in the stock: 1. October’s quarterly report unveiled further job cuts, for the airline as well as

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Talking about your finances with your family is already hard. But telling them you can’t afford to go home for the holidays is the conversation you’re absolutely dreading. But you aren’t alone. According to a recent Wallethub survey, 33 million Americans don’t have the funds for holiday travel this year. “U.S. consumers will be shelling

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When it comes to traveling, you’re leaving money on the table if you aren’t preparing for it with a solid credit card strategy. That goes double if you are someone who has to travel for work. It’s also true if you regularly buy things for work that end up being reimbursed. So,let’s talk about how

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Gilbert Ott is a self proclaimed travel enthusiast and frequent traveler — which really shows on his blog “God Save the Points.” In his posts, Ott gives readers advice on how to earn more miles and use them efficiently, how to find cheap flights and when to buy tickets — basically anything that makes traveling

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In this series, we’ll be highlighting burgeoning entrepreneurs in the modern era. These are folks who have taken the risk of quitting their conventional jobs in pursuit of their passions. This is a difficult road that many never find the courage to take, but the rewards are so worth it, and as you know, “no

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Traveling without paying for housing takes a lot of strain off of your budget. Here’s how to travel extensively if you don’t have the money for rooming accommodations. If you’re young and you want to travel the world but don’t have the finances then consider doing a work program abroad. There are different kinds that

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