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Save money, stay safe: Keep tires properly inflated
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Gas is pretty expensive so you certainly don't want to waste it. The U.S. Department of Energy says that properly inflated tires can improve fuel economy by 3.3 percent and help you save 9 cents per gallon at the pump. Here is some advice to help ensure your tires stay in top shape. |
Georgia vacations: Make Savannah your first stop
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The Deep South has a spellbinding allure for many people overseas, but the fascination is just as strong for many Americans. The history of the area seems to still be alive, affecting the culture in ways big and small. There are a number of destinations that capture the stateliness, quirkiness and, above all, charm of the Deep South, but few do it the way Savannah does. |
Cheap flights to Key West put a unique island vacation within reach
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White sand beaches, coconut palms stretching out toward the sea -- is this what you want from an island vacation? Of course. It's what everyone wants. But the allure of lazing on the beach only lasts so long for many travelers, so it's important to pick a destination that has more to offer than just sun and sand. Luckily, one of the world's most unique island cultures falls within U.S. borders: Key West. |
Colorado vacations: Try these drives on scenic byways
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In some places, it takes a few hidden turns and some serious searching to get to that scenic area you're looking for. But if you were traveling through Colorado, you would have to try pretty hard to avoid stunning scenery, as even the state's major expressways provide spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains. |
How to make your vehicle vacation ready
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Despite gasoline prices, the old-fashioned auto vacation will once again be a popular choice for families looking for convenience and ready mobility. But with warmer weather come special automotive maintenance challenges -- extreme heat, humidity and heavy stop-and-go traffic can cause marginal systems to fail. Here are some tips for getting your vehicle ready for your vacation. |
Tips for travelers to thwart identity thieves
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You're not the only one looking forward to your vacation or business trip. Identity thieves relish your travel time too, because your vital, personally identifying information may be more exposed when you're traveling than when you're at home or work. Before you head to the airport or start out on your long road trip, take some precautions to safeguard against identity theft - even when you're not at home. |
Double the sun: Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa vacations combine the best of Mexico
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Everyone knows of the United States' Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, but Mexico has its own twins: Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. However, while they're closely connected by geography (just about four miles apart), the two couldn't be more different. For travelers to the region, that means that it's easy to get a taste of two unique towns without wasting hours or days traveling between them. |
What you need to know before you visit your mechanic
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It's hard to find a good car mechanic these days. If you have a working knowledge of your vehicle, you may have an easier time finding a qualified mechanic who will care for your car without trying to push you into costly, unnecessary work. |
Rome: Combine flights and hotels to bring the 'eternal city' within reach
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Few cities have a more appropriate nickname than Rome: "the eternal city." It was once the center of the civilized world, and over the centuries, though power has shifted to other locales, it has continued to draw travelers. It's easy to fall under Rome's spell without having been there, but once your feet touch the ground, you'll be enchanted with it for life. |
Simple rules to keep family travel fun, affordable and stress-free
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If you've watched any of the "Vacation" movies, you've seen what can go wrong on a family vacation. While hilarity is the end result of the mishaps in the movies, certain blunders aren't as funny in real life. Therefore, it's important to ensure that you and your children will remember your trip for the right reasons. |
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