Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2013

Here are ten ways that you save money while planning a wedding. Budget First, Plan Later. The most realistic way plan your wedding is to start with a budget that you can afford. First you can list where the funding will come from, and then you can plan a wedding that will fit into that budget. Go Frugal'

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 24, 2024

Planning a picnic in the park or just having a romantic drinky drink in your hotel room? Stay tuned for our Destination Date Night for Valentine's Day, because you don't have to spend a ton of money to go out to a fancy dinner or travel halfway around the world if it's not in your budget. Bring your own non-breakable wine glasses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Luckily, Las Vegas is filled with all sorts of ways to save cash. Everybody is attracted to the bright lights of the hotels right on the Strip. If you’ve never been to Vegas, you will spend a good chunk of time just walking up and down the strip and checking out all the hotels. Let’s look at a few. Freemont Street.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MAY 9, 2011

Trying to Travel on a Budget these day, is almost impossible. Hotwire and Priceline for hotels. For example, when booking a hotel with Hotwire, you can know the area of town, the amenities, and the hotel rating, but not the hotel brand. By using these opaque websites, you can save up to 50% off hotels.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

It is best to travel during off seasons when airline tickets and hotel prices are at its lowest. Some websites offer discounted airline, tour and hotel bundles that can actually save some money. Searching online can save you both money and time. Just choose the ones that are priced reasonably and still within budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

There was the gas, the hotel, and the restaurants to pay for. Now that there are 5 members of our family, we easily save at least $100 a day every day that we’re on vacation and eating our own food. I bring a hot plate and a skillet and sauce pan with me to the hotel to reheat freezer meals that I’ve made in advance.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 27, 2024

There's nothing like being able to save money overall, but also be able to get waffles or a burger at the same time. It makes it easier to save on dining and allows you to enjoy being outside, too. Vancouver, BC was an excellent destination for brunch any day of the week, and Palm Springs comes in a close second. Outside of the U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2014

Set a Budget. Setting a budget can help you narrow your search significantly, particularly when you’re in unfamiliar places (on business, vacation, etc). Save the Drinks for Dessert. Once you’re settled back home or in your hotel, enjoy a nightcap without the restaurant mark up. Save Dessert for Dessert.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 19, 2013

By reducing your monthly expenditures, however, you can save yourself some cash while also reducing your stress levels. Here are a few simple ways to save. Small changes can result in huge savings. By brewing your own coffee every morning, you can save yourself the $5 you usually spend on a latte and a tip for the barista.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2014

To save the most on your next vacation, incorporate these 5 budget travel tips. One of the best ways to save is to book a ticket (hotel, cruise, etc.) Florida in summer or the Caribbean in rainy season), you can save as much as 50 percent off high-season prices. Stretch your budget with freebies and discounts.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

MAY 1, 2024

If you do and you can, here are some things I know they would absolutely adore and can be slipped inside a card: A night (or more) at a hotel If they still have children at home, give them an actual way to get some alone time and book a hotel room and maybe add something for added luxury, like a silk eye mask or some bath bombs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Alcohol was dirt cheap in New Orleans, and transportation was a very small line on our budget in New York City. How have you saved money on food while travelling? Thanks, couch surfing!

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Shereen Travels Cheap

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Not only does packing light save money, but it also saves time, because travelers don’t have to stand around the baggage carousel waiting for their luggage to (hopefully) make it off the plane. Having minimal baggage can save your back, too. Not sure where to start when planning your winter travel bag? Spray some vodka on it.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 4, 2016

Since I am off to Disney World and buy the ‘Hopper Ticket’ while breaking the bank (good thing I have been budgeting and couponing this year!!!!), I thought I would post 9 ways to save money at Disney World. Another great way to save money on your phone bill ! <—-> Now that is cheap living !

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2014

This isn’t a typical wedding venue (more popular right now are barns, vineyards, and back yards), so we had no problem booking the venue in advance, save for a small amount of date reservation drama that was the result of a change in camp management. The fact that the camp has tables will save us upward of $120. Booking Costs.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 26, 2023

Oklahoma has the lowest price for a three-star hotel room , $62, which is 2.8 To view the full report and your state’s rank, please visit: [link] best-worst-states-for-summer- road-trips/4648 Expert Commentary Do you have any budget saving tips for those looking to hit the open road?

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Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 9, 2011

PlumDistrict is offering up a FANTASTIC daily deal for us today: $100 worth of Hotel Reservations and a $50 Restaurant.com giftcard for just $50! At some point or another, we all have to travel, and this deal will make traveling that much more fun – because when you spend less on your hotel room, you can spend MORE on having fun!

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Saving With Shellie

JUNE 25, 2014

Here are a few ways to keep costs down and enjoy the park without exceeding your budget. Save on Souvenirs - Before you even leave for your trip discuss your budget with the family. Residents rates can save you $20 or more off the cost of tickets. Check around for reviews to find a cheap and clean hotel.

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Coupons Do Work

JULY 31, 2016

New School year New Budget! Budgeting sort of happened, except for the hotel. I did avoid eating breakfast at the hotel since they said it was $14.00 But for now, I am saving that extra $3.95. So , let the budgeting begin for 2016 – 2017 school year ! I was doing something I do not do much : Travel.

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JUNE 14, 2019

Since our budget doesn’t increase just because we are traveling, here are a few things that we can do to keep to our monthly budget while traveling so much: Water. Packing your own cereal, fruit, lunch meat, cheese, peanut butter, and bread can save you TONS of money when traveling!

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Shereen Travels Cheap

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Normally, I break my list down into three categories - budget, moderate, and splurge - but this year everything is under $120, and most are much less than that, so you can get more for your buck and be even more popular to that traveler on your list. Time to start working on (or finishing) up your gift list for the year.

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Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 5, 2016

actually all of England is expensive and when I travel, I travel on a budget. Kids eat free at this riverside Teddington hotel from 12-9.30pm. Under 13s dining in the Lounge Bar at this Kensington hotel eat free as long as there’s a full paying adult with them. The Park Restaurant and Bar. Tate Modern Cafe. Crowne Plaza.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 27, 2011

Today I wanted to share with you some things I learned while planning my wedding that simplified things and saved us a ton of money. This can be difficult but is sometimes necessary if the cost per guest is going to break your budget. To keep things simple and save money, have your ceremony and reception in the same location.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 20, 2012

Staycations can save people money, but so can being a savvy vacation planner. Because so many people are looking to save money on their vacations, low cost travel sites have begun popping up everywhere—saving people money on their vacations has become big business. Here’s how. Discount Vacation Sites.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 6, 2014

We rented a car in Salt Lake City in 2003 and had a tire go flat (or get punctured) in the hotel parking lot over night. Budget, for example, has the following options that can be added: GPS ($5.49 If you are going to be gone most of the week, check out whether or not you could save money by renting for the full week.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MAY 1, 2024

The post Enjoying Spring Vacation on a Tight Budget appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. But, of course, you want to make sure you plan your vacation with your budget in mind. Know your budget Before you even think about planning your vacation, you need to have a budget. And, you need to stick to it.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

For example, a card’s grocery rewards rate receives a 23 percent weighting based on how much of the average person’s budget is spent on groceries. We also estimate the redemption value of points or miles from various issuer, airline and hotel rewards programs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

It’s difficult to celebrate properly when you are still trying to recuperate your gift budget from Christmas. Having a limited budget shouldn’t mean that you can’t celebrate the day of love, though. Here are some great ways to show your partner that you love them on a budget: Cook Dinner at Home. It’s less busy.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 25, 2012

Staycation Tips & Ideas to Help You Save. Create a budget for your staycation. You may not leave home (or travel far), but you’ll want to have some money set aside for tickets, eating out, gas, and possibly a night or two at a hotel. Save with coupons and daily deal sites. camp” in your backyard.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 23, 2014

It can be tough to budget for a great vacation these days. We have a little secret that will help you plan a great vacation for less than others are paying! Dunhill Travel Deals searches for the best bargains on vacations and weekend getaways and passes them on to you! The deals are amazing, depending on where and when you take your trip.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

We save and eagerly wait all year for our vacation and the last thing that we want to do is stress about the money spent while on our trip. It might seem so obvious, but a little planning will help you save money while on your trip, so that you can have the relaxed vacation that you hoped for. Create A Budget For Your Trip.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 4, 2012

You can often take advantage of these to save money away from work or grab some gusto during work. He managed to budget for a PC for each of his staff to use at home – dialing in to the work mainframe computer to do after hours work. Free 3 Star Hotel Rooms. Of course I signed up with each airline and hotel for points.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

It’s another late night of trying to juggle the finances and balance the budget. Track all of your checking, savings, credit card and IRA accounts while keeping tabs on our budget. Between daily subway fares, weekly dry cleaning stops and Friday morning lattes, small daily expenses add up to a hefty chunk of the monthly budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2012

We also visited Devil’s Tower, the Badlands, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Battle of the Little Bighorn Monument, so we saved quite a few bucks just on this trip by getting a pass. You will save gas money and frustration. How did you save money? Stay in the cheaper rooms. Of course, don’t drive afterward.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 10, 2024

That bag won't be so big that I need a larger carry-on or suitcase to fit everything I need, so fewer, smaller things helps me pack lighter overall, which in turn saves me time and money. what might be on the hotel bathroom counter. I rounded up all the things I normally use at home.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 8, 2012

Save on Summer Travel. To save on your summer travel needs, use coupons like these from BeFrugal: Get up to 30% off at the Walt Disney World Resort with this Priceline coupon (no code needed when you click the coupon link, expires 8/14). For even more savings, sign up for a free account now and get a $10 bonus. You can also 3.5%

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Saving With Shellie

MAY 23, 2013

Welcome to Saving with Shellie! A vacation may not be in the budget for your family this year but you’d be surprised how much you can do on a little. Here’s how I used a limited budget to send her family of four to Corpus Christi for four days. :: TIP #1 - Stock up on supplies before you go.

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