travel, food, personal finance
I Bought the Seven Year Pen and Here’s How Long it Actually Lasted
"Seven Year Pen," you say? This aggressive writer takes the claim to task.
7 Ways to Make Extra Money and Afford Your Own Place
Millennials are the first generation in recent memory likely to live with their parents well into their 20s.
But you don't have to! Here are seven easy ways to make extra money and get on your own two feet -- fast.
Spring is in the air! 7 Wonderful Wildflower Destinations
Winter's snow-dusted wonderland is lovely, of course. But after weeks of white, we could all use a refreshing pop of color.
Here are some of our favorite affordable spots to catch our favorite harbinger of warmer weather – the colorful blooms of wildflowers.
Can MoviePass Save You Big at the Cinema? A Tough Critic’s Review
Unlimited flicks for $10 per month -- is it too good to be true?
Here’s Everything I Earned — And Learned — In My First Year as a Freelancer
Nobody said freelancing was easy -- but with the right game plan, you can make the dream work. Here's what I learned in my first year as a full-time freelance writer.
The ketogenic diet changed my life — and helped me lose 70 pounds
While keto might not work for everyone, it’s certainly been an important tool for me over the seven years since I began my weight-loss journey.
Here’s a Wine Snob’s Honest Opinion on Winc’s Wine Subscription
Are wine-subscription services really worth it? I took on the Herculean task of trying one of the more popular ones, Winc, to find out. You're welcome.
10 Winter Destinations That Will Leave Some Cash for Celebrating
They say there's no place like home for the holidays.
But with the kids out of school and a bucket list teeming with still-to-visit destinations, winter travel is enticing. Here are 10 festive destinations that won't break the bank.
New Year, New Travel Bucket List: How to Choose Affordable Destinations
Not all New Year's resolutions are about sacrifice. If "travel more" is on your 2018 bucket list, here's how to pick destinations that won't drain your savings account.
This Woman Took a Month-Long Trip to Spain for Less Than $3K — Here’s How
I just spent a month in Barcelona, Spain, for less than $3,000.
That’s including airfare, lodging, all my food… everything.
And in case you’re wondering, I didn’t take it easy. Here's how I kept my bottom line so low -- and what I wish I'd done differently.
10 Experts Dish on What You Should Do with Your Holiday Bonus
If you're lucky enough to get a bonus check this year, congrats! But what should you do with the windfall? We asked 10 financial experts for the scoop.
Headed Overseas? This Easy-to-Make Mistake Could Cost You
"Would you like to pay in U.S. dollars or euros?"
Turns out there's a right answer -- and if you don't know it, you could be losing cash.
7 Tips for Spending and Banking During Your European Vacation
Entre vostre PIN, si us plau.
Those six little Catalan words cost me more than $50.
Barcelona on a Budget
Barcelona is one of the hottest destinations on the map -- and you don't have to spend all your dinero to visit.
Here’s How Not to Get Screwed on Wine Markup at a Restaurant
Wine is expensive in a restaurant no matter how you take it: by bottle or glass. But figuring out the markup can help you score a great bang-for-your-buck deal.