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With 76 million Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964, most of this generation is now facing fundamental cultural and economic shifts as they enter their twilight years.  As baby boomers enter retirement age, life as they once knew it is drastically changing. As a millennial, I’ve grown up with unprecedented global changes throughout my…

Is it just me, or do you feel like the hotel stay is almost as exciting as the rest of the vacation? Just being somewhere where everything is taken care of–room service, cleaning, fresh towels– feels utterly luxurious.  You might already know about Michelin Star restaurants, but have you heard about the Michelin Key? Like…

As a true night owl, I’d rather sleep in until 11 am and work until late than set my alarm and struggle through a grumpy morning. Most people who know me well know not to try to talk to me about anything serious in the morning while my brain isn’t fully powered up yet. Night…

There are tons of movies that are “so bad they’re good.” You know, those guilty pleasures that are so ridiculous that they’re hilarious. A couple of my favorites are Troll 2 and The Room–filled with cheesy lines and bad acting. Despite being far from blockbusters, these films are perfect for a laugh-filled movie night. But…

As a born-and-raised Californian, I’d naturally argue that my state is the most fun with its great weather, beaches, mountains, great food, nightlife, and more. Plus, we have the original Disneyland (my personal favorite)! But I bet a lot of states think they have California beat.  No matter where you are in the U.S., Americans…

I’ve come across some wild historical events that make me question whether people centuries ago were just making stuff up. Like, did you know Thomas Edison once electrocuted a circus elephant named Topsy? I also read that a soccer game in 1969 literally sparked a war between El Salvador and Honduras!  History is a crazy…

I remember the first time I visited Europe when I was 18 years old. People would ask me if I was American before I even opened my mouth to talk, and I wondered how they knew! American culture is often widely represented in movies, TV shows, and music. It’s no wonder people who’ve never set…

I’ve been on hikes alone before and thought to myself, “What if I break my leg out here, and no one else comes along the trail, and there’s no cell reception?” I have a real talent for dreaming up worse-case scenarios (thanks, anxiety!). Thankfully, there’s a lot you can do to safeguard yourself when hiking…

Speech experts often say that how you speak can be just as telling as what you say. When we encounter a language we’re unfamiliar with, it usually feels like a fun puzzle. The unfamiliarity can make certain words sound amusing or even a bit silly. Take me, for example. I know just a few basic…

Have you ever had something strange happen that you just couldn’t explain? Or have you seen someone who looks exactly like you, but you’ve never met them? On an online message board, readers shared their own real-life experiences with spooky “glitch in the matrix” moments. These strange accounts will send a shiver down your spine!…

I get anxious about a driving route if I haven’t been to someone’s house before. But once I’ve driven the route, all the nerves are gone the next time because it’s familiar. The unknown can be scary for many people. Our imaginations often run wild, making us see or hear things that aren’t there, and…

With inflation rising in recent years, most of us are looking for the best bargain and the most affordable option to help tighten our budget. Yet there’s always a few things we’ll happily spend more money on, especially to give us peace of mind. According to a recent online message board thread, these are the…

There’s nothing like indulging in the guilty pleasure of a good candy bar whenever you stop at a gas station. Whether you are in the middle of a cross-state road trip or just need to fill up an empty tank, a sweet treat is never a bad idea. Looking to expand your array of go-to…