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Spend One Day in Springfield Missouri

Only passing through Springfield? Here's a trip itinerary to make sure you see all the highlights in just one day.

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Bordeaux's Urban Wine Trail: What You Need to Know

Bordeaux’s Urban Wine Trail: What You Need to Know

Have you ever fantasized about visiting Bordeaux, France – the region known for growing some of the most sought after and expensive wines available? You have a couple of options when it comes to wine tasting in the region. You could book a pricey tour to a few of the famous first-growth vineyards around the area with a knowledgeable guide and a bus load of tourists. That’s definitely a better…

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One Day in Kansas City, Missouri: A Frugal Travel Guide

One Day in Kansas City, Missouri: A Frugal Travel Guide

A few weeks ago, I drove 4 hours from Northwest Arkansas to Missouri for a weekend trip. My main intension was to go skiing at Snow Creek, a ski resort owned by Vail Resorts about 30 minutes North of Kansas City, Missouri. I can hardly say “resort” though as it was really just a bunny hill. That’s a story for another time… I skied Saturday, then spent the night in Kansas City and used Sunday to…

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The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Fayetteville, Arkansas

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Fayetteville, Arkansas

If you’ve never been to the Northwest Arkansas region, you’re definitely missing out. It’s considered “the bubble” of Arkansas as life here is not exactly reflective of the state as a whole. There are 2 main cities that make up this region, Fayetteville and Bentonville, plus a bunch of other smaller towns scattered in and around. After my cross-Arkansas road trip a few months ago, I actually…

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Eat Like a Local in Vail - 14 Tasty & Affordable Restaurants in Vail, Colorado

Eat Like a Local in Vail – 14 Tasty & Affordable Restaurants in Vail, Colorado

Perhaps you’ve heard that restaurants run about $75 a head in Vail, Colorado. For the most part, that’s definitely true if you’re eating in Vail Village at one of the many 5⭐ restaurants. However, some of my favorite places are actually the most affordable restaurants in Vail. affordable restaurants in Vail Colorado A vacation to Vail, Colorado can be extremely expensive – reports say that a…

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20 Best Side Hustles 2021 on TaskRabbit

20 Best Side Hustles 2021 on TaskRabbit

Looking for the best side hustles in 2021 to many some extra cash? If so, I got you! If you’ve never heard of TaskRabbit, go sign up for a Tasker account right now! It’s a same-day service platform where individuals will outsource their everyday tasks to you so they can free up time in their busy schedules to focus on other priorities. These everyday tasks include grocery shopping, laundry, lawn…

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Get Free Products on Amazon: The Best Amazon Hack

Never pay for an Amazon product again! You can get free products on Amazon by product testing and writing reviews! This is the best Amazon that I guarantee you've never heard of.

Never spend $1 on Amazon products again! I’m about to share with you the single best Amazon hack in 2021 that I guarantee you’ve never heard of. Believe it or not, you can get FREE products on Amazon just for product testing and writing reviews. Perhaps you’ve seen ads for websites that say you can get free products on Amazon by writing reviews, but then they just spam your inbox with affiliate…

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Why San Diego is the Best City and You Should Visit

San Diego is truly the best city in the world and here's why! Plus, check out my San Diego guide to the best restaurants and outdoor activities to hit while in town.

San Diego, California is truly one of the best cities in the world. Don’t believe me? Well, I lived there for 4 years and go back several times a year because there’s just no place like it. Its laidback culture mixed with an endless amount of fun activities make it the perfect vacation to not matter what you’re looking for. Here are a bunch of reasons to prove why San Diego is the best city. Is…

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15 Cheap Things to do in Vail Colorado in the Winter besides Skiing

Headed to Vail this winter but don't want to ski everyday? There's more to this small mountain town than just skiing. Here are other things to do in Vail Colorado in winter besides skiing.

Headed to Vail with the family this winter, but don’t want to ski all day everyday? Well, you’re in luck. There are plenty of other activities to do in the small mountain town for a lot less than the price of a ski pass. Ski passes are now up to $229 per day!!! WOW who would have ever thought it would reach that price!?! And on top of that, you possibly have to rent gear, sign up for lessons, and…

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32 Companies that will Give You Free Products to Write Reviews

32 Companies that will Give You Free Products to Write Reviews

Who doesn’t like getting free stuff? I sure do, even if I don’t really need it! Well, did you know that companies will actually send you free products in exchange for testing them out and writing a quick review? We’re not just talking about products from some small, new-to-market brands you’ve never heard of. You can get free products from literally any company under the sun, like L’oreal,…

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Learn How to Create a Budget the Right Way

Have you tried budgeting before but it didn't work out? Maybe you didn't have the right strategy. Learn how to create a budget the right way!

A couple of years ago, I decided I needed to learn how to create a budget for myself. Well, what did I do? I deferred to our best friend Google and searched “creating a budget.” What I found was information about knowing what your net pay is and “figuring out” how much you can afford to spend on this and that monthly. This led me to take “educated guesses” on how much I could spend on food,…

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Can Ordering Groceries Online Save you Money?

There are many companies offering grocery ordering and delivery services online, but does it actually end up saving you money?

2020 taught us a lot of valuable lessons about saving money and personal growth. For me, one of the best money-saving tips I learned was why I should be ordering groceries online. There have been online food delivery companies around for several years now, but it wasn’t until COVID hit that their business started booming. Most large grocery stores are also offering an order online service for…

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Is Medellin Safe in 2021?

If you're considering a trip to Colombia, you might be wondering if Medellin is safe to travel to 2021. Know before you go: which areas are most dangerous and safest!

Before booking my trip to Colombia, all of my friends couldn’t help but say “are you crazy? You’re going to get killed if you go there.” I’m guessing you’re reading this article because this same thought has crossed your mind. When you think of Medellin, your first thought probably isn’t lush green forests and third wave coffee shops, it might be of Pablo Escobar and the Colombian drug cartels. I…

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10 Features to Consider when Buying Carry On Luggage

10 Features to Consider when Buying Carry On Luggage

Buying the right luggage is quite possibly one of the most frustrating parts of travel planning. There’s a lot of fake news out there about size restrictions, and there are so many features to consider when buying carry on luggage, so WHERE DO YOU START??? From my 30 years of traveling and making mistakes when buying luggage, I’ve compiled this list to help guide you as you select your next piece…

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16 Hidden Costs of Hiring Movers

16 Hidden Costs of Hiring Movers

Whether you’re moving across town or another state, moving costs quickly add up! If you’ve read my other article on why I cancelled my reservation with a moving company and moved myself, then you probably have some insight into why hiring movers can be questionable. Their original estimate will be exactly that – an estimate. This will likely be based on how many rooms you’re moving or roughly how…

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14 Hidden Costs of Moving Yourself Long-Distance

If you're thinking about renting a truck to move yourself instead of hiring movers, consider these 14 hidden costs first.

If you’ve read my other article on why I cancelled my reservation with a moving company and moved myself, you probably understand why it can be questionable to hire movers. However, this doesn’t mean moving yourself is all peaches and creme either. Not only can it be a physical and mental burden, there are hidden costs of moving yourself that you need to be aware of. Gas One of the most…

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Moving Company Scams: Why I Unhired My Movers and Moved Myself

If you have moved, you can probably attest to what a ginormous headache it really is. It’s an emotional rollercoaster of feeling good about your upcoming moving. Then, feeling overwhelmed by the amount of “stuff” you have to pack, sell or donate. Then, feeling good again once everything is packed and ready to go. Then, feeling enraged when you get your final bill. So, should you hire movers or…

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