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1 week ago | travel.usnews.com | Skye Sherman |Jill Schildhouse |Karon Warren

#7Nieuw StatendamHolland America Line#7 in Best Affordable Cruises (tie)Read More »One of Holland America Line's newest cruise ships, Nieuw Statendam, launched in December 2018. This 2,666-passenger ship (at double occupancy) is the second in the line's contemporary Pinnacle Class collection. Like its sister ship, Koningsdam, this vessel emphasizes elegant, eye-catching design. The ship carries 3,170 passengers at maximum capacity and 1,036 crew members.

2 weeks ago | travel.usnews.com | Karon Warren

On Board with CarnivalCarnival Cruise Line tends to attract adults and families looking for an affordable, active vacation rather than an upscale cruising experience. The company's primary clientele is based in the United States. CabinsCarnival offers a variety of lodging options. On the cruise line's 27 ships, you'll find four different types of cabins: Interior Staterooms, Ocean View Staterooms, Balcony Staterooms and Suites.

2 weeks ago | bestlifeonline.com | Karon Warren

Throughout the U.S., you’ll find countless amazing museums, documenting everything from history and art to sports and so much more. Large and small, these museums tell the stories of people, places, communities, nature, animals, and more from centuries past all the way through to current events. But narrowing down the list of must-see museums is quite the challenge, which is why we've done the legwork for you. Ahead, learn about the 10 best museums in the U.S. that should be on your bucket list.

3 weeks ago | travel.usnews.com | Skye Sherman |Megan duBois |Karon Warren

#4Symphony of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International#4 in Best Cruises for Groups (tie)Read More »Symphony of the Seas set sail in 2018 and features 18 decks packed with activities. The ship carries 5,518 guests at double occupancy, 6,680 passengers maximum and 2,200 crew members. For heart-pounding fun, travelers will find a surf simulator, an indoor ice skating rink, two 40-foot rock walls, a zip line and a 10-story slide.

3 weeks ago | ajc.com | Karon Warren

Planning ahead for retirement remains a critical step to ensure you have enough money to support your post-work lifestyle. A major component in that financial planning is maintaining a low cost of living. According to an analysis by FinanceBuzz, here are the top five Southern cities where you can retire with a monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 or less. 1. Johnson City, Tenn. This mountain destination features a cost of living that comes in 15.4% lower than the national average.