Jul 29, 2026
Uncomplicate Your Cookout Plans
A backyard #cookout is one of the simplest ways to host friends and family, and it doesn’t require hours of preparation, says Piggly Wiggly Birmingham. Keep the menu straightforward: Focus on a main dish or two and a few sides. Hamburgers and hot dogs are the easiest to cook, but as you gain confidence at […]
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Jul 28, 2026
How to Have a Stress-Free Summer Cookout
Hosting a #cookout? Don’t stress, says Chiavetta’s. Keep your schedule flexible — instead of setting a specific time for dinner, arrange service around a two-hour “grazing window.” Serve everything buffet-style and let your guests load up their paper plates whenever they get hungry. Keep food out of direct sunlight, of course — especially those mayonnaise-based […]
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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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