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Here’s the Secret Button That Instantly Makes Your Airplane Seat Comfier

The hidden feature makes flying easier, if you know where to look


7 Absolutely Stunning Places You Need to Explore on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

There's more to Mexico than Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The west coast is a paradise for lovers of fun,...


These Are the 15 Healthiest Cities in America

Looking to relocate or simply need a weekend reset? Women's Health teamed up with Yelp to uncover the healthiest, happiest,...


10 Crazy Things You Can Only Find in Japan

If you spot blue traffic lights and sweet potato Kit Kats, you're probably in Japan.


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Here’s Why the Number “39” Means “Thank You” in Japan

The petite "39" is a bit of Japanese texting shorthand with plenty of cultural history and significance



This Is the Real Difference between a Pond and a Lake

We don't have time to get into creeks today.


This Is the Secret to Bringing Water Through Airport Security (Yes, It’s Possible!)

There's a clever trick to bypassing the TSA's 3-1-1 rule—and it's totally aboveboard

This Is the Real Difference Between Streets, Roads, and Avenues

Yes, there is a method to the madness to naming our roads.




This Is Why Japan Has “Blue” Traffic Lights Instead of Green

This is what happens when you have one word for two different colors


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7 Ways to Soothe Your Kids’ Ears on Your next Flight

Airline flights are miserable enough without ear pain. Help your kids "pop" their ears so they stay as comfortable as...


The 50 Best Family Travel Destinations in Each State

From Disneyland to Yellowstone to the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, here are the best tourist attractions for families in each...


8 Haunted Places You Can Rent on Airbnb

These bookings aren't for the faint of heart.


The Definitive Guide to Tipping Around the World

Avoid ruffling feathers while traveling the globe by learning customs for tipping around the world.


10 Family-Friendly Vacation Destinations That Even Your Jaded Teenagers Will Love

Want to unplug your high schooler and get your middle school kids to stop rolling their eyes when you mention...


6 Places Where You Can Still Spot Majestic Wild Horses Roaming

Yes, there are still some around! Here's where you can still see these majestic animals.


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Don’t Read This If You’re Hungry: The 10 Best Food Halls in America

Foodies take note: Some of the best bites in the USA aren't in fancy restaurants or upscale cafes, but in...




If You Paid Tolls in This State, You Could Be Owed Money

Here's a super *E-Z* way to potentially get some money back.

You’ll Never Believe Exactly How Much it Costs to Light the Eiffel Tower Every Day

The City of Light's most notable monument has an electric bill that's anything but light.


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This Is Why You Should Never, Ever Eat Food on Planes (Hint: It’s Not Because It Tastes Bad!)

We have yet another reason why you should avoid those tasteless, frozen meals.



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Airplanes Are Now Giving Out “Yellow Cards”—Here’s What That Means

Let's face it: Flying might as well be considered a sport, considering how much effort it takes just to get...


Here’s Why Highways Have Those Concrete Walls Alongside Them (It’s Not What You Think!)

They're massive, they're everywhere and they're surprisingly misunderstood—here's what a highway wall is really for


A Leisurely Hike Turned Into a 5-Day Nightmare After We Took a Wrong Turn

The author was looking forward to a day of hiking with her husband in a beautiful Texas state park. Four...