Travel, Etc. Links of the Week – 12/14/12

Happy Hanukkah!

In my family, we celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas. The more holidays, the merrier. Hope you’re having a wonderful start to your holiday season.

Here are your weekend reads:

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Loved this collection of the 25 best articles for women of 2012, courtesy of the HuffPo.

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Million Mile Secrets shares a way to earn 500 free American Airlines miles for next to nothing. If your AA miles are set to expire, this will renew them for another 18 months. (Hurry — offer only valid for 3 more days!)

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Totally inspirational story about a guy who left corporate life to become an altruistic nomad. Check out his blog, The Happiness Plunge, for more awesomeness.

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I’m the last person that wants to get old, but you should be thinking about retirement no matter your age. Two words: compound interest. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, it’s essential you read this piece on retirement for 20somethings from the WSJ.

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Most gift lists are a bunch of hogwash, but Beth at Beers & Beans has actually put together a great traveler gift list with items $50 and under. Most of the stuff on here I either have or want (Santa? Please?).

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Alternatively, a great present for many travelers is to donate to a global charity. You’ll be giving back to the world they love — and they won’t need to pack anything in their backpack! Here’s a list of high-rated charities that offer fun gift options, perfect for the traveler on your list.

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