There are a lot of financial advice articles that would have you believe you can save enough money to travel the world simply by forgoing your daily espresso drink. I’m not so sure.

By my calculation, even if you break a serious once-a-day venti latte habit for 12 months, you’ll still only save enough for about an airline ticket or two. If you’re a family of four, you’ll have to save a lot more than that.

My husband and I are taking our kids to the Galapagos Islands next year. The trip is way outside of our budget, but we’re going anyway. You can do the same. Here are five ways you can save for a really big trip.

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If you’re on the road a lot (like I am), every hotel room might start to look the same.  Even the roomy, comfortable suites at Homewood Suites (pretty as they are!) can feel more like home if you add some special touches.

Need ideas on how to make your hotel room more, well, you? Try these easy tips.

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A fall getaway is something everyone deserves, especially since summer is over and stores have been stocking Christmas decorations for over a month. So before the hectic holiday season begins, head out to enjoy some of the peace and beauty fall brings to the country with these fabulous fall getaway tips.

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The Fourth of July is certainly a summer highlight in the United States. If you’re still trying to decide where to go this year to watch the sky light up as we honor our magnificent country, we have some suggestions for you. Luckily, since Homewood Suites is found all across America, you won’t have a problem finding a place to stay. Here are the top 10 Fourth of July firework shows. Read More >