New federal rule bans ‘junk fees’ on live event tickets and hotels
Have you ever booked a hotel room for $300 then found at checkout that you owe $40 extra for some […]
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Facts and figures for Thanksgiving 2024
With Thanksgiving coming up Thursday, all kinds of Thanksgiving memories are flooding my mind. After my dad passed away,
Marriott customer? Here’s what you need to know about its recent data breach
Photo: Tksteven Marriott has reached a settlement on charges related to a data breach that exposed the information of millions
Bloggers are busy as summer fades away and fall emerges
It’s so much fun in the fall to go to Chelan, Washington, and visit with my high school classmates. Lake
Where to buy souvenirs when you’re on vacation
In the past, I haven’t had much of a problem buying souvenirs when I’ve been on vacation. They just seem
Don’t buy or use ‘universal’ chargers with e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards due to fire risk, safety agency warns
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urges consumers of micromobility products – including e-bikes, e-scooters, self-balancing scooters or hoverboards, and
Happy Labor Day 2024
On Sunday, I attended the Olympia Harbor Days celebration. After I enjoyed walking along the boardwalk and taking photos, I
Best places to travel for Labor Day 2024
In recent years, I haven’t traveled much on Labor Day. About 21 percent of Americans plan to travel over the
Facts and figures for Labor Day 2024
Labor Day these days is mostly about beaches, barbecues, ballgames, and shopping. About 67 percent of Americans plan to