Americans are spending more on travel and live entertainment. But their personal saving rate has taken a dip.

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Majorca has beautiful limestone mountains and lots of hidden coves.

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Virtual-reality concerts could redefine the live-music experience — but it'll take more time

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Fans sue Madonna over 2-hour delay to her show when they had to work the next day

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Madonna performs during The Celebration Tour at The O2 Arena on October 15, 2023 in London, England.
Madonna performs during The Celebration Tour at The O2 Arena on October 15, 2023, in London.

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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is coming for Europe's economy after boosting the US's this summer

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Taylor Swift's impact on the European economy is starting to come into focus as fans prepare for the Eras Tour.

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Live events became a status symbol in 2023

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Beyoncé performs during the Renaissance World Tour on May 10, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden.

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A radio station announced Taylor Swift as a surprise guest at a concert. Fans were livid when an impersonator came out.

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Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Allianz Parque on November 24, 2023, in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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Where to buy Olivia Rodrigo tickets: Full US and European 2024 tour dates and prices

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Olivia Rodrigo ticket prices are creeping up to Taylor Swift levels already

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Las Vegas' Sphere is the latest high-tech concert venue everyone is talking about

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The Sphere opened in Las Vegas last weekend with a U2 concert.

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Impact of 'funflation' to continue beyond Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, says Bank of America

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Taylor Swift.

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Taylor Swift and Beyoncé prove yet again why they're some of the world's best businesswomen

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Beyoncé and Taylor Swift both announced that films of their popular tours will roll out in theaters.

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