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Danielle Braff

http://www.Daniellebraff.com

Danielle Braff regularly covers travel, health and lifestyle for Reader's Digest. Her articles have also been published in the New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, Boston Globe and other publications. She has a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University and a master's degree in musicology from Oxford University in England. Danielle is based in Chicago, where she lives with her husband and two children. See her recent articles at Daniellebraff.com. You can follow her on Facebook @Danielle.Karpinos, Twitter @daniellebraff and Instagram at danikarp.

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Here’s What It Means if You See a Rubber Ducky on a Cruise Ship

If you've never encountered cruise ducks before, you're in for a real treat

22 Restaurants and Stores Open on Christmas Day 2022

If Santa finished your last carton of milk, have no fear—there ARE stores open on...

5 Coronavirus Scams That Are Still Out There

We're a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, and while there have been plenty of helpful...

14 Gross Things Hotels Are Still Doing to Save Money

Hotels say they're cleaning more thoroughly than ever because of COVID...but are they doing enough?...

14 Things That Go on Super Sale in March

Missed February's Presidents' Day Deals? You can still snag some fantastic deals in March—if you...

13 Products That Go on Super Sale in January

Did you miss Black Friday? No worries! January is an even better time to score...

What Airlines Losing Money Could Mean for You

Airlines have been hemorrhaging money in recent months, another casualty of COVID-19. The U.S. government...

Here’s How Much the Coronavirus Is Costing the World (So Far)

Millions remain out of work, industries are losing billions, and that's just the beginning.

Why Dollar Stores Are So Cheap

Seriously, how do they manage to sell everything from pregnancy tests to picture frames for...

15 Items That Can Be Over 3.4 Ounces and Still Go in Your Carry-On

Finally, some good aviation news! Find out about these little-known loopholes in the TSA’s liquid...

14 Airplane Hacks That Will Change the Way You Fly

Before you book your next trip, learn these insider tricks that will make flying a...

What Kills Bacteria—and What Doesn’t

Looking to disinfect your house and your stuff during the coronavirus pandemic? Here's what you...

Where to Buy 12 Things Amazon Currently Won’t Deliver

Amazon is prioritizing deliveries of medical supplies, household staples, and other high-demand products. But don't...

How Bad Are Cruise Ships for the Environment?

We know that cruises may not be good for your waistline. But are they also...

4 Household Products That Kill Coronavirus, According to Consumer Reports

Is your store out of cleaning products? Have no fear: you most likely already have...

11 Ways to Get Cash From an Airline Instead of a Voucher

If you’re being inconvenienced, you deserve cash—in fact, you’re often entitled to it by law....

16 Trivia Facts Only True Southerners Know

So you think you're a true Southerner and are positively brimming with knowledge that people...

Frequent Travelers Share Their Favorite Airplane Hacks

These smart tips from frequent fliers will make your next flight much easier—and might even...

13 Ways Air Travel Will Change in 2020

Buckle up, folks: Some of these changes may be coming to a flight near you...

13 Travel Secrets Only Hotel Managers Know

Don't travel before reading these tips—unless you want to skip the upgrade and pay more...

These Are the Cheapest Months of the Year to Visit All 50 States

Yes, there is the perfect (aka *cheapest*) time to visit each and every state.