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Traveling in a group can be the death knell of vacation fun. It sounds like a great idea at first -- reunite with far-flung family and friends on neutral ground where no one has to host -- but the reality doesn't always live up to expectations. Differing budgets, activity levels and interests, as well as travel style clashes, can lead to more headaches than memories.
On the night before Thanksgiving, my family and I pulled up to Villa des Trois Clochers, a five-bedroom estate in Champagne, France. We arrived from a medieval town in Burgundy, where we’d sojourned in a $150-a-night Airbnb—charming, certainly, but a far cry from the three-story stone mansion with light-blue shutters and bright-white Juliette balconies awaiting us in Villers-Allerand. Our palatial digs, built in 1924 and surrounded by vineyards, were halfway between Épernay and Reims, and a 15-minute drive from the Royal Champagne Hotel.
While family vacations offer their own charm, adults-only resorts give you and your loved one a chance to unwind in privacy. Many adults-only hotels around the world are set in romantic locations ranging from private farms and islands to grand historic mansions. Amenities like candlelit dinners, in-room spa treatments, private pools, and prime farm-to-table dining add all the more to the experience, while hotels offering private clubs and mixology lessons provide a vibrant atmosphere for those in search of nightlife. Below is a selection of 18 adults-only hotels across the globe, where guests will find impeccable scenery, an array of charming amenities, and meals that are just as memorable as the accommodations themselves.
If you’re thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle (EV), you’ll probably also want to get a home charger installed. That way, you’ll be able to conveniently recharge the battery while your car is parked at home. Many of the technicians and reviewers at the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center have gone through the process of installing and using an EV charger at their homes, and we’ve installed dozens of chargers at our test track. Our experience can help guide you through the process and address any questions you might have.
Homeowners who install solar power systems can receive many benefits: reduced electric bills, lower carbon footprints, and potentially higher home values. However, these benefits can come with significant installation and maintenance costs and gains can vary from one house to another.
Companies like Airbnb popularized vacation rentals, but these days it's the big hotel chains that are marketing them. Big hotel brands are adding vacation rental properties to their portfolios, creating new options for large groups, families and extended-stay travelers. For years, home-sharing platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo have been go-to sources for large group travel accommodations. These platforms make it easier to find multi-bedroom rentals. Often, these were more comfortable and cost-effective than spreading across multiple hotel rooms. But in recent years, peer-to-peer home rental sites have drawn scrutiny for high fees and unreliable hosts.
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Generally speaking, you can refinance your mortgage as often as you want. However, some lenders or loan types require a waiting, or “seasoning,” period before you can refinance your old loan into a new one. It can make financial sense to refinance multiple times, especially if mortgage rates are lower now than when you got your existing loan. But you’ll want to weigh the pros and cons, because you might not always come out ahead financially. Here’s what to consider.
Mesothelioma in Women
About 1 in 4 people diagnosed with mesothelioma are women. Overall, most diagnoses are pleural mesothelioma (lung lining), but peritoneal mesothelioma (abdominal lining) is proportionally more common in women. Women with mesothelioma typically have better outcomes than men do.
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Do lower mortgage rates have you thinking about refinancing? You’re in good company. But refinancing your mortgage isn’t free — you’ll pay upfront fees (usually thousands of dollars). Still, it can make financial sense over the long term. A mortgage refinance can lower your monthly payment or help you pay off your loan sooner. Below, we break down how mortgage refinancing works and how to decide if it makes sense for you.
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Not sure how to get a home loan? Here's a step-by-step guide. Getting a home loan can be a confusing and stressful process to navigate, but knowing what to expect before you apply can help you stay organized and feel more in control.
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Opening a bank account online is faster, easier, and often more profitable than visiting a branch. The entire process — from choosing an account to making your first deposit — typically takes less than 15 minutes. Here’s exactly what you need to do, what documents to have ready, and which account types make sense for your situation.
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There’s no lack of options when you decide you want a new credit card. And when you’re bombarded with mail offers, advertisements and emails urging you to apply, making that decision can quickly get overwhelming. The right credit card for you should be one that is personalized to fit your needs. So if you’re not sure what to look for in a credit card or how to choose the right credit card for your lifestyle, these tips will help you narrow it down. We’ll help you figure out what perks to keep an eye out for, how to choose the right type of rewards cards for you and whether the annual fees for these cards are worth it.
Mesothelioma
Asbestos exposure is the main cause of mesothelioma. Asbestos fibers can lodge in the lining of the lungs or abdomen, risking inflammation, DNA mutations and eventually cancer. Workers, veterans and families exposed secondhand face higher risks, with symptoms appearing 20 to 60 years after exposure.
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If you’re wondering how to get a small-business loan, you’ll want to devote the necessary time to do your research and find the best fit. It can take months to receive funding, particularly for loans guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, which often involve a longer application process. Carefully exploring your business loan options can help ensure you apply for the right product, increase your chances of approval and avoid unnecessary delays or expenses. Here are six steps to apply and get a small-business loan.
The foundation of a healthy lifestyle consists of lasting habits like eating right, watching your weight, exercising regularly, managing your mental health, and getting routine medical exams. But even daily, small steps toward these goals also can have a significant impact. Here are some practices that can help support your ongoing health journey. While you might find it unrealistic to follow them all the time, try to include them in your daily life as much as possible.
Whether you’re a road warrior seeking adventure or you’re just looking for a way to get around town, there’s nothing quite like driving a motorcycle. As you would with a car, you’ll need insurance if you want to protect yourself, your passengers and your investment. And just as you’d shop around for auto insurance quotes, you’ll want to find the best insurance for your bike. Here’s NerdWallet’s guide to understanding motorcycle insurance.
Shopping for a personal loan doesn’t have to be complicated. Understanding how to get a personal loan — including where to start, what you need to apply and how to compare offers — can help you select the best personal loan. Below are seven steps to help you navigate how to get a personal loan.
You can get car insurance by shopping online, contacting companies directly or working with an agent or broker. There’s no shortage of ways to purchase car insurance. You can buy it online, call, or even find a local agent and apply in person. The way you choose to get car insurance depends on your specific insurance needs and the time you want to spend shopping for coverage. No matter which method you pick, the process of getting car insurance comes down to these five steps:
What is money management, exactly? It’s a plan for your money so you can make the most of it. This plan typically involves budgeting and saving money, avoiding or reducing debt and investing in your future. If learning how to manage your money sounds intimidating or stressful, take it one step at a time. Below are money management tips to help you gain control and, more importantly, peace of mind.
Car insurance is expensive, but taking these steps can lower your premiums.
For most people, insurance isn’t a very interesting topic. Still, it’s an important aspect of your financial (and ultimately, emotional) well-being, and owning the right policies can have a life-altering impact. People are often tempted to forgo buying insurance. The premiums necessary to own these policies can be shockingly expensive, relative to one’s budget. That’s especially true when one thinks, “I’ll never even need that coverage.” No one expects their house to burn down or to acquire a disability that prevents them from working. But it can and does happen. There’s no single insurance policy that will cover all aspects of your life. So, if you want to prevent major financial hardships, you’ll need various kinds of coverage. Here are the seven most common types of insurance that every individual needs — or, at the very least, needs to consider.
Five years ago, a woman shopping for her first motorcycle had maybe a dozen models to seriously consider, most of them parked in the cruiser corner of the showroom. The 2026 lineup looks completely different, stretching across cruisers, standards, middleweight ADVs, and sport tourers, with seat heights under 28 inches and curb weights below 400 pounds now showing up on bikes sitting at most major dealers. As more women have entered the sport, manufacturers have responded with more choices than ever before.
Rental car prices have far outpaced inflation. Still, there are tricks to save money on your next rental car. Car rental prices continue to drop, bucking the trend of steep year-over-year price increases across many travel sectors. A NerdWallet study conducted in April 2026 analyzed over 200 car rental prices across 20 U.S. cities and nine rental companies to better understand pricing trends. Whereas the overall cost of travel is up almost 11% since last 2025, car rental prices are down around 6% over the same period.
Renting a motorcycle for vacation in 2026 starts as low as $25/day on Riders Share, with thousands of bikes available across the U.S. This guide walks through all of it, from 2026 pricing and platform comparisons to fly and ride motorcycle destinations and what to bring along.
Wondering what is my motorcycle worth? Here is how mileage, condition, and title decide the value, how to find real comps, and how to sell for top dollar. If you are asking “what is my motorcycle worth,” the honest answer is that it depends on about six things, and the biggest one is mileage. A clean-title bike with 8,000 miles and full service records can be worth double the exact same model with 40,000 miles and a scuffed tank. So the sticker on a pricing site is a starting point, not an answer. The number that matters is what a real buyer will hand you this month.
Replacing your current vehicle can be tricky, especially if the new model you like is more expensive or in demand. The best thing you can do is sell your current vehicle to a dealership and use the money as a down payment for your new ride. However, determining how much your used car is worth can be tricky. How can you make your ride stand out in a used car inventory and make sure that its price is right? Selling a used car is tedious and can take a lot of time before getting a successful transaction. Apart from taking pictures and posting them online or asking a dealership for help, you must know how to represent your vehicle properly. Determining its used car value index will help ensure you get a fair price for your ride.
Brand-new cars are getting very expensive. The average transaction price — the price people are paying, including options and higher trim levels — is just shy of $50,000 in the U.S. It is far more budget friendly to shop used cars, which have an average transaction price for three-year old vehicles hovering around $31,000. The variety of used cars available can make the process of buying one feel overwhelming, so we've created this basic, step-by-step used car buying guide to help you navigate the process.
The current U.S. average cost of car insurance is $2,242 per year for full coverage and $1,183 per year for liability-only coverage, according to Insurify data. In 2025, car insurance rates fell in 39 states, according to the American Driver report. Eight states saw rate decreases of 15% or more. The average cost of car insurance in your state depends on multiple factors, including traffic congestion, population density, accident rates, theft rates, and more.
Consumer Reports no longer updates this product category and maintains it for archival purposes only. Motorcycles and scooters can be an appealing, and even economical, alternative to a car for solo commuting, running errands, and more. For some, especially urban dwellers, a two-wheeler may be the only transportation they need.
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