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Why It’s Illegal To Pump Your Own Gas in This One State

Though 49 other states allow self service, the Garden State has stuck with its decades-old ban. Here’s why you can't pump your own gas in New Jersey.

7 Places Your Grandparents Loved to Vacation

The only constant in life is change — and that applies to travel as much as anything else. From former honeymoon hotspots to once-elusive travel experiences, these places may have been the go-to for your grandparents, but are less likely to be found on your travel itinerary these days. Discover the stories of seven famous vacation hotspots throughout history.

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What Are America’s Oldest Universities?

Many universities in the U.S. have been around for centuries. In some cases, they were founded by some of the nation’s most influential historical leaders, and in others, they still operate out of some of the country’s oldest buildings. Check out the five oldest universities in America and why they make fascinating places to visit — even if your student days are long behind you.

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7 of North America’s Best Historic City Neighborhoods to Visit

Around the world, historic neighborhoods offer a fascinating glimpse into centuries of urban life and culture. North America is no exception. From one of the world's oldest Chinatowns to "America's First Planned City," stroll through seven of North America's best historic city neighborhoods.

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5 Relics From the “Golden Age” of Air Travel

The late 1950s marked the beginning of what many consider the “golden age” of air travel. A lot has changed since then, yet many travelers find themselves nostalgic for a seemingly more glamorous era in the skies. But was flying back then all it was cracked up to be? Go back in time to discover five things we used to see on airplanes that we no longer do.

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