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Best Places to Visit Where the Dollar Is Strong
Where favorable exchange rates turn dream trips into surprisingly affordable getaways.
By Quincy Williamson
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10 Cheapest Countries to Visit in 2025
We find the 10 cheapest countries to visit around the world. Forget inflation and set your sights on your next vacation.
By Quincy Williamson
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We Are 57 and Want to Take Two Years Off to Travel
We have saved $7 million, and our round-the-world trip will cost $800K. We both had parents who died in their 60s, so we want to travel while we are "young."
By Maurie Backman
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Undeterred by Gas-Price Hikes
Economic Forecasts Consumers spent freely in March, despite the strong rise in gasoline prices.
By David Payne
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The Small Cruises We'd Book Now for a 2026 Retirement Splurge
The new way to sail: Why boutique yacht cruises are the ultimate retirement reward.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The Average Social Security Check by Age
Compare your average Social Security check with others of your age, and plan for the future.
By Donna LeValley
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Do Americans Need a Visa for Europe? ETIAS is Coming in 2026
Americans will eventually need to apply for approval under ETIAS to travel to Europe, but the system has been repeatedly delayed.
By Alexandra Svokos
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7 Ways to Splurge on Yourself, Because Your Kids Will Inherit Enough
Live Large Your kids will have plenty. Enjoy your money in your lifetime.
By Alexandra Svokos
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Gas Prices Are Climbing — Should You Rent an EV for Your Road Trip?
With gas prices trending higher, electric vehicles are getting a second look. Here's how to compare total costs before you book.
By Choncé Maddox
