Author: Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle
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June is National Outdoors Month
By Andrea McHugh, Broadry Three years ago, the U.S. Senate officially designated June as Great Outdoors Month. Today, we celebrate all of the exceptional benefits of basking in the fresh air, hitting the trails, embarking on adventures including mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, exploring the country’s natural wonders including the majestic National Parks, and perhaps best […]
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Reasonably Priced Florida Dream Homes
(Broadry) — Prices for homes in Florida are soaring. The latest market report from the Florida Realtors trade association reveals the median sales price for a sunshine-state-home is over $410,000. That’s about a $13,000 increase from March of last year. Luckily, there are still some options available for those on the hunt for a budget-friendly […]
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Book Your Zen? Sonesta Hotels Expand Wellness Perks
(Broadry) With burnout and stress at an all time high — 20 percent of travelers agree relaxation is the driving factor for an overall good vacation experience, according to a new report by Trafalgar. Luckily, it’s easier than ever for hotel guests to score easy-to-utilize wellness perks. Gone are the days of just simply an in-room […]
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Where To Go Fishing With Dad This Father’s Day
(Broadry) — It’s summertime and as the song says, the fish are jumping. And with Father’s Day coming up on Sunday, June 19, why not take advantage of those jumping fish and spend the day fishing with your favorite father figure? For inspiration, we rounded up some campgrounds that offer plenty of fishing opportunities – […]
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16-Year-Old Girl Brings Hope With Award-Winning Invention
(Broadry) — Sixteen-year-old Elizabeth Nyamwange of Byron, Illinois had an idea. She wanted to help women in developing countries, without access to electricity or the internet, an infallible means of personal identification. So, she created a solar-powered fingerprint scanner. The scanner takes an impression of a fingerprint and uploads them to a public server. The data […]
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Campground Guide for City Lovers
Andrea E. McHugh, Broadry The past two years have been a wild ride, to say the least. Are you a little rusty when it comes to planning an out-of-this-world camping vacation? We get it. Never fear, outdoor lovers. We’ve rounded up the best cities for campers coast to coast (thanks to our friends at RVshare.com […]
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Dog-Friendly Hotels in Demand
(Broadry) — Want to take your dog on vacation? You’re not alone. According to a new survey by Wag!, pet parents would travel more often if it were easier to bring along their dogs. “People are getting more dogs. They are adopting more dogs. Dogs are becoming more of our culture so it doesn’t surprise […]
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Housing market: How about manufactured home communities?
Buying a home in an active and social neighborhood doesn’t have to mean joining an expensive country club. There are many popular alternatives available, including a huge variety of apartment and condominium communities. But for those looking to maintain a home and yard of your own, there’s another option to consider — many of today’s manufactured […]
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Ask Brad: 5 Family Travel Hotspots For Summer 2022
It’s time to get out there and travel again! Here are our favorite destinations for family travel in summer 2022, and how to save on getting there! Orlando It seems like every kid’s wish is to visit Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando. If you’re a parent that wants to grant a wish, or maybe […]
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Go Glamping in a — Yurt!
The yurt is perhaps the most ideal merger of the thrill of camping with all the comforts of home. Yurts are circular structures made of a wooden frame covered with canvas, and they seamlessly blend a rustic charm with modern conveniences.
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Ask Brad: How-to Find Deals Amid Inflation
Consumer prices are rising at their fastest pace in decades and inflation is making itself known to everyday consumers — whether through the food they buy, the gas they use or the housing they need for shelter. The Consumer Price Index jumped 7.9% in February relative to a year earlier, the largest 12-month increase since […]
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RV Camping at Festivals
If you’re planning on going to a festival or two this year, consider bringing along an RV to camp in. Instead of worrying about how you’ll get from your hotel to the fest and back, you’ll have all your camping essentials right there with you. Festival camping means an easy walk to your bed and […]
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7 Easy Road Trips for the First Time RVer
Planning your first-ever RV trip might fall short of, say, welcoming your first born or getting married, but it’s a pretty darn exciting time. You’re about to take on the wide-open road, zipping off anywhere the wind might be calling, all with your very own private villa (and favorite people) in tow. Of course, the […]
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Dear Julie: Back out of a trip — without going broke
Dear Julie, I’m planning on going on a trip abroad with my family but I am still a little nervous. What are my options?
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Ask Brad: Best Time to Buy Patio Furniture?
March is here — and you know what that means! For those of us who just endured months of cold winter weather, it’s time to hang up the parkas and dust off the patio furniture. To get us all prepared for patio chair lounging in the sun, we’ve put together some tips on finding the […]
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Pickleball is a hit? You bet. Just ask Resort-Style Communities
According to the U.S. Census, approximately 10,000 people are turning 65 each day, and that trend will continue until 2030. While many of these individuals might be looking for a smaller footprint in terms of housing, they’re often looking to expand their options for staying active and social. And more and more are discovering a […]
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Campgrounds to Unwind and Unplug
By: Andrea E. McHugh Have you ever found yourself so attached to your devices that you know it’s time for a digital detox? You’re not alone. If you’re looking for a technology time out, there’s no better place to digitally disconnect than at a campground surrounded by nature. We discovered five fantastic campgrounds that will […]
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Ask Brad: Subscribe to Amazon Prime or Walmart+?
The news of Amazon Prime increasing their membership prices has many shoppers considering canceling the service. If the $139 price of Amazon Prime no longer fits into your budget, Walmart+ is more affordable, at $98 per month. When Walmart+ first hit the subscription scene, there was only a $20 price difference when compared to Amazon […]
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Make These Campgrounds Home Base on Your Next Ski Trip
If you haven’t hit the slopes as much as you were hoping to this season, now is the time as winter’s window is quickly coming to a close. For the most authentic outdoor sojourn, spend your après-ski time at a campground. Tons of popular world-class ski destinations have year-round campgrounds nearby with lodging options ranging from […]
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These State Parks Should Be On Your Radar
National parks are some of the very best attractions our country has to offer. These beautiful spots, handpicked by the experts at RVshare.com, are especially wonderful for RVers and outdoorsy people because they provide opportunities to park your rig in gorgeous places, spend time outdoors, and really connect with nature. The problem? The most popular […]
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Ask Brad: The Best Place To Buy A TV Online
While Black Friday may rank as one of the best times of the year to buy TVs, another good time is in February and March. This is the time retailers look to clear 2021 inventory to make way for newer models. In 2022, because of changes in the market and the supply chain, the discounts […]
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Amazon Prime Increase: How to Lock in a Lower Price
Amazon announced recently that the annual cost for a Prime membership will be increasing to $139. Keep reading to find out why the price increase is happening, what you can do about it, and why we still think Amazon Prime is worth it…including the deals! As of 2/18, Prime members will see an increase in […]
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Ask Brad: Coffee Shopping Tips
Coffee is always a favorite deal for Brad’s Deals shoppers. And to let you in on a little secret, it’s also a favorite deal for our employees! We’ve got some big coffee drinkers on the BD team and we’ve got some great tips, and discounts, to share with you when it comes to everyone’s favorite […]
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Why 2022 is the Year to Try RVing
(RVshare) — In 2021, more people than ever were hitting the road in motorhomes and travel trailers, and we loved every minute of it. After all, what could be bad about more people getting out there and exploring this beautiful country? Some might think we would be sad to see such a great year of […]
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Ask Brad: Get Deals on Peloton And Other Equipment
We see tons of fitness equipment go on sale during the month of January. People are feeling sluggish after the holidays and motivated to start amping up their fitness routines for the new year. There are sales on everything from yoga mats to water bottles. But what about the rarely discounted items? Like deals on […]
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Ask Brad: Best Places for Patagonia Discounts
Brad: Patagonia is one of the most popular high-quality lifestyle brands on the planet, but that quality often comes with a hefty price tag. Good news everyone – finding great deals on Patagonia jackets, fleece, and gear is easier than you think! We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite sources for cheap Patagonia below, […]
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Ask Brad: The Five Best Buys in January
Now that the holiday season is wrapped up, you may think you’re all shopped out. But don’t put your wallet down just yet. January is full of discounts with eager retailers ready to get last year’s items off their shelves. So if you didn’t shop until you completely dropped, read on to find out where […]
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Where RVshare Travelers Are Going This Winter
(RVshare) — RV travelers don’t necessarily slow down in the winter! With an entire country to explore, there are plenty of places to visit during winter, and we’ve tracked down those that are the most popular with RVshare travelers. Unsurprisingly, the places that top the list are known for their warm weather all year round. […]
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Add some history into your next vacation: 5 great destinations
(Broadry) — It’s that time of year and everyone is already thinking about where they can go on their next vacation for a chance to see the sun before the summer. Sometimes it’s hard to find an excuse to take a trip in between busy schedules of work and school. But we have just the […]
