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Do you want to take a vacation, but feel like you don't have the funds to make it happen? You may have many more options than you think. There are a multitude of ways to save money on a wonderful trip: Going on a group vacation with friends or family can trim costs exponentially, and procuring affordable accommodations, such as at a hostel, can save you hundreds. And if you can plan your trip
I live in Utah, but my parents and brothers still live in Toronto, Canada, where I'm from. This makes for a lot of flight time each year. When I was a newlywed, flying back and forth to see my family was more boring than anything. I'd kick back, read my book, and even have a nap before a hit home. But fast forward a few years, and I now have a six-year-old and a three-year-old tagging along. In
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