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Area Attractions: South Beach Wine & Food Festival (2/23-2/26)

Motherhood Moments

This year brings with it an array of new events and activities, including the first-of-its-kind FoodieCon event dedicated to the intersection of culinary and social media. The creators will focus on culinary demos, immersive activations and, of course, plenty of content-worthy moments onsite.

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Staycation Tips & Ideas to Help You Save

Saving Cents With Sense

A staycation is the perfect economical alternative to a conventional vacation. Limit the temptation to check your email or other work-related activities by having certain “check-in” times, like you normally would. Depending on how much you plan to spend, you’ll be able to judge what activities your family wants enjoy.

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Ditch the Vacation: Turn Your Backyard into a Staycation

Saving Cents With Sense

For those who roll the dice and spend the big bucks, there’s no guarantee that lousy weather, creepy hotels, car trouble or unexpected illness won’t turn the whole trip into one giant fiasco. So, if your family is one of those whose getaway plans have been curtailed by harsh economic realities, then don’t despair.

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Frugal Tip Monday-Rent.com Ask What’s Your NEW American Dream

Fashion Without Guilt

With the housing and economic market at a all time low, many people have had to redefine what their American Dream will be. Hotel accommodations at the 4-star Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort on St. 500 in dining and activities certificates. Rent.com is asking- WHAT IS YOUR NEW AMERICAN DREAM ?

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Good shoes are essential for me, as I have accessory navicular syndrome and like to be active. It’s healthier, and when eggs were incredibly expensive, it was much more economical (still is since I buy flaxmeal in bulk). What’s one thing you splurge on? Splurges: Shoes, books and art supplies. Try things!

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The Skilled Investor , Editor Budgeting and Economics Little House presents The Five Tool Budgeter posted at Little House in the Valley , saying, “In baseball, a five-tool player is one who excels in some of the game’s major skills: fielding, base running, hitting for power, hitting for contact, and throwing ability.

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How to Save Money on a Vacation Rental Stay

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Placement will now be determined by how actively the owner supports VRBO’s new policies. Before we dive in, however, be aware that even without using any of these strategies, a vacation rental can be much more economical for your stay than traditional hotels or resorts – especially if you have a group of folks staying together.

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