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The Small-Space Guide For Holiday Decorating

Holiday Cards That Are Anything But Basic

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These Are The Best Places To Buy Plants Online

In case you haven't noticed, we're a bit obsessed with house-plants here at Refinery29. To us, adding a touch of nature is one of the easiest ways to

The Best Sites For Stylish Holiday Cards

Once upon a time, a little version of you may have graced your family’s holiday card. Now you’re the one creating your own season’s greetings —

The Coolest NYC Hotels To Stay At In 2018 — For Under $300

Paying for a hotel can really rack up the cost of a vacation. And, if you happen to be visiting New York City — the most expensive city in America —

Put These Picture-Perfect Destinations On Your Winter Travel List...

Leaving your house in the dead of winter can feel like an herculean task, especially when the weather is gloomy and there's black ice on the ground. But

6 Bucket List-Worthy Ice Hotels Around The World

Spending the night in an ice hotel is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences we can't wait to check off our bucket lists. While they are not exactly

4 Incredible NYC Staycations To Do On A Budget

For all the exhilarating opportunities NYC has to offer, living here can be exhausting. At times, it can be hard to keep up with the city's "go, go, go"

How To Make It Easier For Your Family To Gift You A Vacation

Everyone has different tastes and preferences when it comes to holiday gifts: Some people have the latest tech gadget on the top of their wish lists,

You Can Redecorate Your Home From The Comfort Of...Your Home

Decorating a home or apartment is a fun project, but it's also daunting. Whether you're starting with a blank canvas or looking for a statement piece to

33 Day Trips Perfect For New Yorkers

Everyone needs to escape from the concrete jungle from time to time. And our centrally located city allows even the car-less to take easy, affordable, and

by Kate Donnelly

Cheap Halloween Decor To Spook Up Your Small Space

Our minds are preoccupied by one thing — and one thing only — in the month of October: How to have the most fun at Halloween this year. Brainstorming

Mansions To Rent For A Dirt-Cheap Friends Getaway

The dilemma: You want to take an unforgettable vacation with a bunch of your besties, but you need it to be affordable. You already learned the hard way

by Justine Goodman

3 Unique Trips To Make The Most Of Columbus Day Weekend

Sandwiched between Labor Day and Thanksgiving, Columbus Day is an awkward U.S. holiday. For one, many have questioned the holiday's association with

32 Incredible Last-Minute Vacations That Don't Cost A Fortune

We're constantly counting down the number of days between now and the next long weekend. We know: All you want is to sit by a pool (or, better yet, the

The 9 Spookiest Hotels In The World

One of the reasons we love historic hotels is the urban legends they've inspired — and many of them come with a spooky twist. Even if you're not a fan

5 Short & Sweet NYC Escapes Perfect For Labor Day Weekend

As much as we relish living in the city, sometimes it feels just as good to get the F out. Nothing clears your head like a short break from the concrete

10 Cute String Lights That Work For Dorms — & Grown-Up Homes

Putting up string lights is one of the cheapest ways to create ambiance in your rooms: These tiny bulbs cast a warm and ethereal glow in the dark,

The Cutest Bedding You'll Need To Spiff Up Your Dorm

Decorating a dorm room isn't the easiest task in the world. With limited space and humdrum furniture that can't be removed, there's not much you can

Everything You Need In Your First Grown-Up Apartment

The desire to create a cozy environment for nesting is one of the most telltale signs that you've officially become an adult. Sure, your college bedding

Ask These 5 Questions Before Traveling With A Friend For The Firs...

From Girl's Trip, Crossroads, to the Sex and The City movies — the "girlfriends on a vacation" storyline is a reoccurring one in pop culture. On the

The Best Thank You Gifts For Your Summer Host

Getting an invitation to someone's beach house is meaningful milestone, whatever your relationship to the host: This person likes you enough to graciously

16 Under-Bed Storage Solutions To Keep Your Life Organized

The space under our beds is a no-man's land — but one with infinite possibilities. Even the tightest of sleeping quarters can be cozy and functional if

25 Amazon Wedding Registry Items You’ll Actually Use

We think of Amazon as a place for instant gratification, from getting our groceries delivered to our doors to streaming movies on-demand. The e-commerce

Here's Where To Skinny Dip On National Nude Day

Swimming is one of the most pleasurable things you can do on a vacation, and the experience is even more special if you're doing it in the buff. Skinny

How To Celebrate The Longest Day Of The Year

The summer solstice (June 21) — a.k.a. the longest day of the year — falls on a weeknight this year. But that shouldn't stop you from celebrating the

19 Awesome Father's Day Gifts That Are Not Neckties

Father's Day is officially less than two weeks away, marking the beginning of another agonizing hunt for the perfect gift. We've long exhausted cute but

Follow These 9 Travel Instagrammers For The Best Virtual Escape

There's something completely magical about going on a trip, whether you're exploring foreign territory or completely immersing yourself in another

7 Easy Memorial Day Weekend Trips That Won't Cost A Paycheck

Everything is at your fingertips in the Big Apple — except for nature. Sure, Central Park is lovely for a picnic or a stroll, but it doesn't quite