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While Americans are being more careful with their money than ever, one sector where spending has increased is travel. Recent research has found that people who spend their money on travel, and occasionally disconnect from the digital world, rate their lives as happier. Many travelers look to the restorative powers that come from visiting places that offer wild, natural beauty. If close encounters with indigenous creatures appeals to you, then a holiday to the Galápagos will provide you unparalleled opportunities ... More
Despite a shaky global economy, there is one industry proving to be recession proof: the fitness industry, which has grown to a $60 billion worldwide business. If you are looking for a franchise to purchase so you can get into business for yourself, fitness is the industry to consider. More
Think about how you manage your bills and finances. There are as many ways to do it as there are people doing it. Is your process really working? Paper bills, checks, U.S. mail, electronic payments, automatic bank drafts … chances are you are handling your finances with sticky notes, spreadsheets or other messy, unreliable processes. So how do smart consumers organize their lives, get their bills and finances in order, save time, eliminate worry and make sure all their payments are made smoothly and on time? More
With the economy still tight, it's smart to look at your budget and see where you can save some money. One of the easiest and best places to shave a couple hundred dollars off your bills is to evaluate your car insurance policy. More
When winter's got a grip and you're thinking it's time for a getaway, your thoughts don't need to travel far. Lake Placid is a true paradise for the winter outdoor enthusiast, with world-class skiing topping the activity list. But there's plenty more to do, and it's all just a gas tank away, in the heart of New York's beautiful Adirondack Park. More
No matter what stage of life you're at, college isn't always an easy decision. Whether it's the financial burden, the academic challenge, family needs or a host of other factors, sometimes college just doesn't work out right away or in the traditional way. But there's always time to go back. It doesn't matter if you're 19, 29, 39 or ... More
From naturally occurring registry errors to more insidious threats like spyware, hidden problems can slow your computer performance to a crawl or even cause it to crash. A little pro-active maintenance, however, can go a long way toward preventing problems. More
Start living healthier by taking care of your joints. No matter what your age, proper joint care is critical. Do your joints ever feel like the brakes in your car? Slowing you down, jerking from side to side, and even stopping you dead in your tracks ... More
Every year, people have a list of things they want to change about themselves. Whether it's eating better or exercising more, resolutions are great tools to help change your life for the better. Unfortunately, New Year's resolutions are rarely kept long enough to make a difference. More
Are you all too familiar with the pain of arthritis? An estimated 50 million adults in the United States reported being told by a doctor that they have some form of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout or fibromyalgia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This common condition can make life difficult, but it doesn't need to. More
Want to look younger? Feel healthier? Get sexier? Be smarter?   It is a well-known fact that eating fruits and vegetables lowers your risk of disease and increases your health. But did you know it can also slow the rate at which you appear to age? More
Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies is proud to honor the men and women who have served our country. More
If you are planning a trip to Asia this year, one "must-see" stop that should not be overlooked is Macau. More
In 1911, Norwegian Roald Amundsen and British rival Robert Falcon Scott raced overland to be the first to stand at the South Pole. Amundsen planted a flag on the spot that Scott would find three weeks later, before he would turn around for his ill-fated return to the coast. Though the reign of Amundsen and Scott is referred to as the Golden Age of Antarctic exploration, the term could just as easily be applied today. One hundred years after that flag planting, more tourists than ever are visiting Antarctica ... More
China holds a storied place on any world traveler's adventure list, as it has for centuries. Few countries offer such remarkable diversity: from cosmopolitan cities to ancient villages, rural traditions to contemporary urban culture, historic treasures to natural wonders. China offers enough to mesmerize vagabonds for a lifetime of exploration. More
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