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10 Tips for Planning an Affordable Spa Getaway 03/28/2017 08:00pm • Taking a mental and physical break from the stresses of everyday life has proven health benefits. Spas are one way to find your Zen, but a relaxing spa break can often come at a high price. If you're on a tight budget, fret not: You can still plan a first-rate, rejuvenating wellness trip at a reason The 10 Top Places for Stargazing 03/27/2017 08:00pm • Embrace clear nighttime views, astronomy walks and celestial-friendly activities. Whether it's the spate of sci-fi movies or the upcoming total solar eclipse, interest in space travel and astro tourism is sky high. Travelers should keep in mind that stargazing is dependent on weather and, often, res 6 Baby Boomer Travel Trends 03/26/2017 08:00pm • Many baby boomers are hoping to do more traveling as they enter their retirement years. After decades of cramming travel into long weekends and limited vacation time, new retirees often have a pent up desire to visit new places. Here's how baby boomers plan to travel in retirement: A travel bucket 10 Underrated Destinations From Your Favorite TV Shows 03/23/2017 08:00pm • Retrace the steps of beloved sitcom stars in these quirky, enchanting and memorable locations.Ever since sitcoms, soap operas and dramas first appeared on TV, die-hard aficionados have fantasized about the towns and legendary locations where shows were supposedly set. Of course, New York City, Bosto 5 dead in vehicle, knife attack at British Parliament 03/23/2017 01:04am • LONDON (AP) — A knife-wielding man went on a deadly rampage in the heart of Britain's seat of power Wednesday, plowing a car into pedestrians on London's Westminster Bridge before stabbing a police officer to death inside the gates of Parliament. Five people were killed, including the assailant, a 10 Places to See Cherry Blossoms Around the World 03/20/2017 08:00pm • Discover brilliant cherry blossoms in their peak at lively festivals this spring.Every spring, cherry blossoms erupt across the globe, drawing nature seekers far and wide to observe the stunning pale pink flowers in their prime. And each year, the Japan Meteorological Corporation predicts when the p Make the Most of Medical School 'Second Look' 03/20/2017 08:00pm • Your second visit -- or what's often called Second Look -- to a medical school is a true privilege and opportunity to cement your plans for medical training. Most medical schools offer this day- or weekend-long event to newly accepted applicants, giving them the chance to revisit the campus, meet wi 2017 National Cherry Blossom Festival FAQ 03/20/2017 07:13am • WASHINGTON — The National Cherry Blossom Festival, an annual springtime celebration, attracts visitors from all over the world to Washington, D.C. The National Cherry Blossom Festival typically coincides with the “peak bloom” of D.C.’s cherry blossom trees, which Japan gave to the U.S. as Top spring sales for 2017 03/18/2017 08:13am • As Americans spring forward into longer daylight hours, retailers are hoping to increase foot and website traffic with sales on everything from apparel to home goods to travel services. While spring break is a big driver for deals on swimwear and travel-booking sites, St. Patrick's Day and Easter al From cats and dogs to bunnies and snakes at pet expo 03/17/2017 07:29pm • WASHINGTON — Pet owners will have a chance this weekend to take their animals to an event geared toward their furry friends. It’s called the Super Pet Expo, and it’s being held at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly. Dana Humphrey, who is also known as the Pet Lady, said attendees can ex 'The Waltons' reunion bringing 15 cast members to Virginia 03/16/2017 03:04am • SCHUYLER, Va. (AP) — Fifteen former cast members of the hit TV show "The Waltons" are returning to Virginia for a reunion weekend. The Nelson County Times reports the Waltons Mountain Museum in Schuyler will host the 45th anniversary reunion later this month. The events are also planned to coin How to Control Your Temper While Playing Sports 03/15/2017 08:00pm • Mitch Abrams was about 15 years old when he first discovered how dangerous anger could be. While fuming in his Brooklyn bedroom, probably about a girlfriend, his mom opened the door, startling him and triggering him to instinctively reach for a folding chair in front of him. "I ripped it apart like DC's favorite centenarian celebrates birthday with Globetrotters, schoolchildren 03/13/2017 06:06pm • WASHINGTON — Virginia McLaurin has still got it! The Washingtonian, who turned 108 on Sunday, danced a little jig Monday in anticipation of an event with members of the Harlem Globetrotters and children from Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School in the District's Brightwood Dutch Elections Will Test Country's Populist Direction 03/12/2017 08:00pm • AMSTERDAM -- Zaid Belmahdi likes to spend at least part of his weekend at the Tropics Cafe. A lived-in social club in a small dusty strip mall at the terminus of a tram line, a long ride away from the city's world-famous canals, museums and parks, the place smells of apple-flavored hookah smoke and 10 Fun Part-Time Jobs for Retirement 03/12/2017 08:00pm • Second act ideasMany retirees need to earn some extra money to make ends meet in retirement. But you don't have to drudge through life to bring in some extra cash. Consider one of these fun job options for retirees:Baby-sittingIf you love to spend time with kids, you might as well earn some money at