The World's Longest Yard Sale
Take a trip through five states on the "Highway 127 Yard Sale"

• Plus: A sale hound explains the irresistible appeal of other people's junk

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Ruff Riders
If your family vacation includes a four-legged traveler, follow these seven simple tips to make your trip fun and safe

Family Trips with a Twist
From houseboats to horses: we've got five fabulous ways to spice up your next family trip or group vacation

Ultimate Road Trips
Get to five amazing destinations from five major cities—each trip on just one tank of gas
• Plus: Roadways With a View

American Caribbean: Paradise Without a Passport
Enjoy some of the world's loveliest, loneliest, most serene beaches—without straying too far from home
• Plus: Beachside bargains and essential excursions

Scotland's Sacred Isle
A pair of spiritual seekers find joy from Celtic traditions on rugged, mystic Iona

My Jersey Journey
A confirmed New Jersey boy finds unspoiled beauty, charm, and fun after a six-town trek along the famed Jersey Shore

Volunteering
Our writer went to Costa Rica to teach but learned a few lessons of his own. Is a volunteer vacation right for you?
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Online Extra: The Adventures of Stan & Marcia
Meet a couple who retired at 60, sold their house and belongings, and have been globetrotting and volunteering for nine years

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