Jul 17, 2026
Maximize Gas Mileage on Your Roadtrip
To save money on #gas on a #summer #roadtrip, make sure your vehicle is in good operating condition, Forbes says. Keep it tuned up and change the oil as recommended in the owner’s manual to help it burn #fuel efficiently; inflate the tires to the proper pressure before you leave. Plan your route on a […]
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Jul 16, 2026
Decide Whether to Fly or Drive on Your Summer Trip
Although #gasoline prices have surged, short trips in the car may still be the most economical #summer #vacation option for many #travelers, Fortune says. Some 87% of those traveling for the Fourth of July opted to drive, choosing destinations close to home to save money. If you’re eager to get away for a few days […]
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Jul 15, 2026
Budget to Make Your Summer Trip a Reality
Four out of 10 consumers won’t take a #summer trip this year, according to Current, with 52% saying they can’t afford it. Maintain flexibility to avoid skipping a much-needed adventure — schedule for late August and September, when travel demand starts to ease, or “let the deal decide your destination” to get the best price. […]
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Jul 14, 2026
Keep Your Travel Costs in Check
#Airfares are ticking up due to increases in #fuel costs related to the Iran War, making many people scale back on their #summer #vacation plans to avoid overspending. Overall #travel costs are up 11% from 2025 and airfares are up 6.9%, according to NerdWallet, so plan ahead to keep costs in check. Book airfares sooner […]
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Jul 2, 2026
Marking 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence
This weekend, the nation will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the #Declaration of Independence. The document, however, wasn’t actually signed by the 56 representatives of the Second Continental Congress until Aug. 2, 1776, according to the University of Virginia, whose archives include two copies of the unsigned broadsides published on July 5. […]
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