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“Getting away” in the backyard doesn’t have to blow your budget. Get inspired by these design ideas, and create a personal oasis of your own. By Marie Hofer Tropical Garden Retreat You don’t need to live in the tropics to create a lush, leafy, junglelike corner in which to hide away from the stresses of » Read more  

Do you have “frugal fatigue?” You’re not alone. Pinching pennies becomes exhausting, year after year. You dream of breaking free and buying everything in sight. But tiresome as budgets are, consumers haven’t quit them yet. You threw some money around in December, when credit card use bumped up for the first time since the 2008 » Read more  

By Good Housekeeping The Good Housekeeping Research Institute reviews thousands of products each year, but only the most revolutionary, problem-solving gadgets receive the top honor of winning a VIP (Very Innovative Product) Award. We took a look at award winners from the past decade to find some of our favorites that we still use today. » Read more  

By Christine Sarkis Levee high caramel apple pecan pie from The Blue Owl in Kimmswick, Missouri Photo: Photo: SmarterTravel Staff More from SmarterTravel.com The 10 Best Beach Destinations for 2011 America’s Most Unforgettable Pies Affordable Caribbean? Four Ways to Make it Happen More from Yahoo! Travel Check flight deals now! Tips for Wellness on the » Read more  

The bedroom is supposed to be where you relax, unwind, and get a good night’s sleep. But with today’s multitasking lives, your bedroom could be collecting more clutter than hours of beauty rest. Here’s how to determine if your space needs simplifying — plus solutions to nix the clutter. Want more organizing ideas? See our » Read more