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A picturesque beach and Mayan ruins in Tulum, Mexico

There are finally direct flights to Tulum, one of the most popular places in Mexico

Travel to Tulum, Mexico, has traditionally meant a flight to Cancun, but those days are over thanks to a new Tulum airport.
Pumpkin coffee by a computer

Is your pumpkin spice latte actually healthy? An expert weighs in on the fall favorite

From the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte to fan-favorite pumpkin spice cookies and cakes, it's hard to escape the flavor. Is pumpkin spice nice for the body?
Chia seeds, flaxseeds, and others

Chia seeds, cranberries, flaxseed & more: Report highlights why you need to be careful when eating some superfoods

Chia seeds and other superfoods are great, but not if you have a food sensitivity.
Man working on his abs

Why you might never get 6-pack abs

We'll explain why you might never see a defined 6-pack on your abdomen and how to set achievable goals for your fitness journey.
Person looking at the mountains and water

Self-care tips for men: A complete guide to feeling your absolute best

Self-care doesn't have to mean bonbons and rosé. Here is all you need to know, as a guy, about it, including easy self-care tips for men.
Various rulers showing centimeters and inches

The metric system is superior to the imperial system (and this chart proves it)

If you've tried to convert measurements, you know how backward the imperial system can be. Learn about the differences between the imperial and metric systems.
A man walks up a mountain in deep snow with a snowboard.

The 5 best hotels for IKON pass holders this ski and snowboarding season

IKON pass holders, read up: These are the 5 best hotels to stay at after a long day on the mountain
Weight loss scale

How to lose weight this fall – 5 food tips from an expert

While many people are tempted to cut calories, Our expert notes that eating too little is actually counterproductive, forcing the body to hold on to weight.
Carrot soup

5 easy fall dinner ideas that have nothing to do with pumpkin spice

Sure, pumpkin spice is cool, but it's also overdone. If you're also getting tired of pumpkin spice, try these fall recipes instead.
man drinking water outside

Electrolytes are important: Your complete guide to buying electrolyte powder

You know you need more electrolytes, and electrolyte powder is a great way to get electrolytes - but how do you pick a good powder?
Electric vehicle charging

Dreaming about electric vehicles? These hidden costs may change your mind

The Manual uncovers the hidden costs you need to consider if you're thinking of purchasing an electric vehicle.
The Force Majeure tasting room in the Milton-Freewater.

The Walla Walla wine guide: It’s not just fun to say (there are great vineyards here, too)

Spanning a somewhat less-traveled stretch of Washington and Oregon, the Walla Walla Valley is a fertile hotbed for some fantastic New World wines.
Skiing Snowboarding Lake Louise Ski Resort Canada

Yes, there are real rules for skiing and snowboarding — here they are

Keeping in control and looking out for other mountain users is key to preventing accidents on the mountain. Follow these rules to stay safe.
Man cooking

Stop making these 10 common cooking mistakes

Love it or hate it, cooking is one of those things that simply must be done at least once in a while. These are the most common cooking mistakes to avoid.
Getting ready for bulking season

Winter is coming, and that means bulking season: Here’s how to get those gains

'Tis the season for packing on muscle. These bulking tips will help you get those gains all winter long.
Man working on a motorcycle

Get up to speed with our comprehensive dictionary of motorcycle slang

Motorcycling has its own vocabulary and lingo. This ever-expanding cheat sheet of motorcycle slang will help newbies sound like veteran riders in no time.
Mindfulness word written on white paper by window

How to use mindfulness to reduce stress, eliminate fatigue, ease anxiety, and more

Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress, ease anxiety, eliminate fatigue, and more. Here's why you should give it a try.
Arch & Tower, Robert Mondavi

Robert Mondavi Winery unveils Arch & Tower tasting room, Napa’s newest treasure

Robert Mondavi Winery has opened its new tasting room, which it has named the Arch & Tower
Banana and berry smoothie

Smoothie recipes tips and tricks: Make your life easier (and make better smoothies) with these simple insights

Smoothie recipes are easy to come by, but our tips and tricks will help you create your own magical concoctions
Raw steak on cutting board

The carnivore diet: Is it right for you?

The carnivore diet is wildly popular, but is it right for you? We get into the pros and cons of the carnviore diet.
A piece of luggage sitting in the middle of an airport.

Travel tips: One super easy thing you can do to keep your checked luggage from getting lost when you fly

Keep your checked luggage from getting lost when you fly with this one simple tip.
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

Starbucks’ pumpkin spice latte is overrated – here’s how to make healthier pumpkin spice coffee drinks at home

Tired of going to Starbucks? We don't blame you. Here's how to make your own pumpkin spice coffee drinks at home.
man doing rolling like a ball

Pilates vs. yoga: Which is right for you?

Pilates and yoga are not the same, but have a lot in common. Here, we go through the similarities and differences, and tell you which may be best for you
exterior of LAX airport with multiple grounded airplanes

Travel tips: LAX just banned an item tons of travelers carry (but you can recycle it!)

LAX airport has banned single-use water bottles. This is what you need to know.
A man getting a manicure

The men’s pedicure trend: Why all men should indulge in a mani/pedi

Men's pedicures and manicures are on the rise. Here's why and what you can expect if you indulge in men's manicures.
Healthy foods and groceries

Healthy eating on a budget: 9 tips for making your groceries go further

Healthy eating can get expensive — but not if you follow these great tips.
The back of a passenger on a moving sidewalk in an airport

Despite air travel woes, people have been pretty happy with airports, study finds: Here’s why

JD Power has some new findings on just how satisfied people are with airports.
Portrait of a handsome sports man showing muscles, eating healthy vegetarian salad on the kitchen at home

What is biohacking? (And is it the secret to a healthier lifestyle?)

Learn how biohacking can improve your exercise, nutrition, and sleep habits just by making some simple changes.
Chicken nuggets

These new Costco chicken nuggets are just as good as Chick-fil-a & Just Bare nuggets

If you've ever wondered which is the best frozen chicken nugget variety, we have the answer. And of course, it comes from Costco.
Man seated on airplane speaking with flight attendant

Travel tips for a better flight: The secret airline perks you didn’t know about

There are still free or low-cost benefits for air travelers that airlines don’t always tell you about.
Man using a teal resistance band outside

6 effective resistance band workouts to tone your triceps

Resistance bands are great: They tone without adding bulk. These are our favorite resistance band workouts for toning your triceps.
2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class on the side of a street in a busy city with blue skies in the back.

These are the definitive top luxury cars in the world right now

Nothing says luxury like fine leather, upscale features, and a refined powertrain. These are the world's top luxury cars that money can buy.
Blue apron food box

Meal-kit maker Blue Apron to be sold — This is what that means for you

Blue Apron, the original meal kit service, is getting bought out by Wonder Group, a food delivery startup founded by Marc Lore, a former Walmart and Jet exec.
A spread from Aba Kebab.

Tailgating like a pro: Top tips from chefs

Tailgating season is here, and we got a chef or two to tell us how to make the most of it.
Whisky

10 fantastic single malt Scotch whiskies to warm you this fall

Fall is a season of reasonably warm days and chilly evenings. It’s also the perfect time of year to enjoy a warming dram.
A woman holding her dog while the pet carrier does through the X-ray.

The TSA really wants travelers to stop putting their pets through the X-ray machine at airport security

The mistake TSA agents hate to see when you go through airport security with a fur baby. Make sure this major mishap doesn't happen when traveling with a pet.
Life on the road.

Travel tips: These are the 7 worst road trip mistakes you can make

Life on the road is hard. These road trip tips will help make it easier.
Shamrock House

These haunted vacation rentals are actually worthy of Halloween

Renting a haunted vacation home for a Halloween getaway might just be the best way to celebrate the scary season (or any season).
Tomatoes on vine in bowl

The tomato is a delicious and versatile food, and it has some pretty impressive health benefits, too

There are plenty of health benefits of tomatoes. This is what you need to know about tomato nutrition.
Cilantro in tacos

Why does cilantro taste like soap to some people? Turns out, there’s a pretty good reason

To some, cilantro tastes like soap — but why? There's actually a really good reason for it.
Trio of dressed oysters at Sagaponack

From roasted to dressed, a chef’s guide to upgrading your oysters

We got some advice from a chef on how to upgrade the lowly oyster to something incredible.
cardio

A new cardio workout, incline walking, is all the rage on TikTok – but is it any good?

TikTok is saying incline walking, a new type of cardio workout, is a game changer - but is it?
Man flexing his back and shoulders.

4 great back exercises that require no equipment, only your body weight

Back exercises don't need to be weighted! These bodyweight exercises are great for toning and strengthening your back.
Man treadmill running

TikTok thinks ‘cozy cardio’ is a thing – but is it? We find out

TikTok thinks there's such a thing as "cozy cardio" — but is there? We dive in and find out.
An airport from the exterior, showing an airplane connected to the terminal

Study: Flyers spend about $420 per year in airport terminals

How much do you spend in airports when you travel? This study provides insight.
A closeup of a reception desk check in sign at a hotel

Hotels are starting to charge for this once-free perk, and you’re not going to like it

Learn which beloved perk hotels will now charge for
Air traveler entering information at a Global Entry airport kiosk.

Global Entry has a new app that will let you skip the kiosks

This mobile app from Global Entry will make getting through U.S. Customs a snap.
An oyster mushroom still growing in the ground.

Your complete guide to the under-appreciated (but amazing) oyster mushroom

Oyster mushrooms are massively under-appreciated in the cuisine world, and it's time to turn that around. Let's take a deeper look into this delicious fungus.
Man in tan suit

How to buy a suit: 6 simple tips to keep in mind

Buying a suit can feel overwhelming for the uninitiated. But this process is as simple as following these tips to get the best suit to look your best.
Razor being rinsed under water.

How often should you change your razor blades?

Not sure how often you should change your razor blades? Here are all the details to keep your razors sharp and your face smooth every time you shave.