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Simple Money Saving Tips For Your Road Trip

SavvySugar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:45:27 -0800

The experience of going on a road trip is often just as exciting as the final destination. Lucky for us, the long holiday weekend ahead invites the opportunity to hit the road and head someplace fun. Before you put your car into drive, check out my money saving tips for your road trip.

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Do You Have Labor Day Weekend Travel Plans?

SavvySugar — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:30:29 -0700

This year, Labor Day falls almost a full week later than usual, and most kids are already back in school, so many families are choosing to celebrate the last of Summer this weekend instead. AAA forecasts six million fewer travelers than last year's holiday weekend, but the expected amount of travelers exceeds numbers from 2004 to 2007. Do you have plans to head out of town next weekend?

I'm Asking: Where Did You Travel This Summer?

SavvySugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:58 -0700

Most of the season has already passed, and like me, you might be wondering where all that time went. Summer in the real world means most of your time is still spent doing your daily grind, but hopefully you were able to head out of town for at least a little while. Where did the Summer of '09 take you?

6 Ways to Protect Your Stuff at the Beach

SavvySugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:30:33 -0700

There are plenty of options for hiding your valuables at home, but the beach is a bigger challenge. The upcoming Labor Day weekend will rally crowds eager to soak up the final days of Summer, so keep your belongings safe by only bringing the items you truly need and creatively keeping them out of sight.

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10 Hot End of Summer Sales

SavvySugar — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:30:12 -0700

The steamy month of August might not suggest the end of Summer is near, but glance at the calendar and you'll see cooler days are around the corner. Ease the Summer-is-over blues by taking advantage of the several sizzling sales - score bathing suits on the cheap, work clothes, patio furniture, and consider stocking up on holiday gifts like grill and gardening tools. Check out my roundup of some of the hottest sales around.

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6 Summertime Savings Tips

SavvySugar — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:06:13 -0700

It's hard to maintain a budget when the weather outside is delightful, the calendar is packed with Summer weddings, and Travelzoo's weekly deals email to remind you there's a beachy paradise awaiting you on the other side of the globe. Summertime saving requires extra effort and restraint, but it is possible. Check out some of these guides for some added support.

10 Ways to Make Spending Less More Painless	Guide to Surviving a Pricey Wedding Season	Travel Websites For Big-Time Bargains
Simple Rules For Cutting Food Costs	10 Simple Ways to Go Green and Save Green	Simple Steps For Creating a Spending Plan

Beachy Reads That'll Inspire Job Appreciation

SavvySugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:30:15 -0700

If you've finished flipping through my Summer reading list of serious career books, consider a deserved escape into the world of lighthearted lit. These popular paperbacks won't help you find a new job or become a better manager, but they will make you giggle, forget about the nine to five and appreciate the sanity, success, and stability you've cultivated at your workplace. Not to mention your ability to keep your credit card frozen when you've hit the limit.

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Take a Little Trip: Tips For Getting Away on the Cheap(er)

SavvySugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 04:30:36 -0700

Jetting to the best city in the world may require months of planning and savings, but there are plenty of breathtaking bargain vacation spots you can visit on a budget. Step one: assess how much you can pay to get away. Step two: cruise the best travel websites for a good end-of-Summer deal. Step three: book it! Step four: hit the beach, street, or wild outdoors. Here are some tips and inspiration for exploring a whole new world - or your own backyard - before the season comes to an end.

How-To: Plan an Awesome Staycation	5 Ways Flexibility Can Cut Travel Costs	Get a Taste of Wine Country For Less in Calistoga
The Best Sexy Beaches For Budget Travelers	15 More Affordable Honeymoon Destinations	How I Cut $600 From My Weekend Getaway

Forbes Names America's 10 Best Bargain Vacations

SavvySugar — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 04:30:57 -0700

This Summer there are bargains to be had on pretty much everything, but I'm most excited about the reduced cost of travel. Forbes is pumped about it, too, and a panel of travel experts compiled a list of the 10 best bargain vacations. In order to be considered for a place on the list, each destination must have been suggested by at least two panelists. Check out what the experts agreed on when you read more.

San Diego, CA
Aspen, CO
Chicago, IL
Charleston, SC
Grand Canyon
Florida's Gulf Coast
New York, NY
Las Vegas, NV
Washington, D.C.
Waikiki, Hawaii

7 Summertime Saving Tips

SavvySugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:30:26 -0700

Somehow, money seems to seep out of wallets little more quickly during Summer than it usually does. The laid-back mood makes a lot of us more laid-back about the way we spend. No need to cut back on the Summer fun, just prepare yourself with tools for spending less and you'll enjoy the warm months even more.

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