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30 Free Things To Do In Texas To Keep Going Out While You're Saving Up

With the ever-rising costs of gas and food, the idea of disposable income can feel like a distant fantasy. Free activities are a good solution to the constraints of having to save up, whether for a weekend around town or to add to your out-of-town itinerary.

The cost of living continues to rise across the country, forcing each dollar earned to stretch further. While vacations are undoubtedly beneficial for mental health, maintaining savings, paying down debts amid inflation, and regular expenses likely take precedence. But not everything enjoyable has to come at a high price. In fact, there's probably a roster of completely free things to do in your current area.

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'Bachelor' Alum Kaity Biggar Shares A Wedding Update & The Canadian Fashion Brands She Loves

It's been several months since Kaity Biggar was featured on the latest season of The Bachelor and she says a lot has happened since then.

Biggar, who is originally from Kingston, Ontario, fell in love with and got engaged to Zach Shallcross on the 27th season of the reality show and she is sharing some fun updates on their new life together as they plan their wedding.

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This Texas Train Wine Tour Lets You Discover 66 Miles of Beautiful Hill Country

Train rides may not be as ubiquitous here in the United States as they are in Europe, for instance, but we do have our fair share of rails to partake in. When an opportunity arises to ride on the railroad, it's always a great time, especially when your view from the train is the Texas Hill Country. All year round, you can sip wine on a Texas train taking you through some of the most gorgeous parts of the state.

All aboard the Austin Steam Train! You'll take off from Cedar Park, travel through Texas Hill Country and over the South San Gabriel River, and wind up somewhere magical.

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A TikToker Named Major US Cities By Their Zodiac Sign & So Many People Are Divided

Many turn to astrology to explain certain personality traits of themselves and other people, but what about the characteristics of a city?

Some cities are so iconic they can be considered to have a unique identity — one that could even be likened to a specific zodiac sign. That’s precisely what one TikToker did in a video comparing metro areas across the United States.

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This Gorgeous Lake Austin Spa Was Ranked As One Of The Best In The Country

The pandemic is likely taking a toll on all of us, so a spa might be the best place to go to ease your mind and feel relaxed for the first time in over a year.

The Lake Austin Spa Resort in Austin, Texas, which was ranked the #1 destination spa in North America by Condé Nast Traveler in 2019, offers plenty of relaxing activities so you can enjoy a stress-free getaway.

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