The dog days of summer are here, and we're all just looking for ways to cool off without having to spend a fortune on a fancy vacation. So what should you do when it gets really hot out there? Invest ...

A new trend is taking over Aussie backyards, as homeowners abandon their swimming pools for a natural alternative.

I've gone swimming in ponds, lakes and oceans, but nothing beats the convenience of having a private pool a few steps away from the back door. After sweating out one too many summers, I decided to ...