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Memorial Athletic Club & Aquatic Center is a unique facility that's pretty popular among Houston locals. First of all, there's no contract required to join this gym. Second, the gym features a "MAC for Women" area exclusively set aside for women who prefer to work out in an all-female environment. With your membership you'll also get two free appointments with a fitness instructor, whose goal will be to help you develop a fitness program that is custom-designed to fit your life and personal fitness goals.

Want to develop strength and sculpt your muscles? Head to the weight room, which features both free weights and machines. Interested in an upbeat Aumba or dance class to help get your heart rate up? This gym's got plenty of those, too. And if swimming is something you enjoy, don’t forget the gym’s aquatic center, which offers both indoor and outdoor pools.

Memorial Athletic Club & Aquatic Center
14690 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 497-7570
www.fitmac.com
www.yelp.com/biz/memorial-athletic-club-and-aquatic-center-houston

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Purchasing airplane tickets is often very expensive (and very stressful), but it doesn’t have to be! Here are some expert tips that will show you when, where, and how to shop for the best airplane ticket deals.

1. Begin shopping three months out. Most experts agree that the best time to start looking for an airplane ticket is three months before you plan on departing. Prices are usually cheapest around 18 to 28 days before your departure, and they rise about 5% two weeks beforehand, so this is the recommended window.
2. Combine hotel and airfare. If you’re traveling somewhere where you’ll need both travel and hotel accommodations, book the two together and you can save significantly.
3. Pay attention on Tuesdays. Major airlines announce their upcoming sales on Tuesdays, and they often compete with one another at this time, as well. Book between mid-day and end-of-day Tuesday for the best deals.
4. Know when to fly. Flying over the weekend is always the most expensive time, as this is when most people have off work and will also be traveling. Depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday to save money by traveling mid-week.
5. Don’t specify departure times. When browsing an airline’s website, don’t specify departure dates or times in order to browse all of the upcoming flights by the lowest price.

How to Get the Cheapest Price on Airfare [Fox Business]
Cheapest Days to Fly and Best Time to Buy Airline Tickets [Fare Compare]
Secrets to Getting the Cheapest Airfare [USA Today]
Top 10 Tips for Getting the Cheapest Airfare [Cheap Airfares]

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