As I mentioned in a previous post, I booked a stay at the Four Seasons under a very lucrative “Preferred Partner” rate for my last trip to Las Vegas. I am on the cusp of double-digits for Las Vegas stays, so I have been able to compare hotels and pick …
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Rakuten currently has a $10 cash back on $10 spend special going on until December 19th, and this in…
Free Video Game: Sniper Elite 3 (with ads, or $6 without ads)
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Act Now: Free JetBlue Ticket When You Buy Board Game (for $20)
As per my friend, Sam, (THANKS SAM!) and this Lifehacker article, JetBlue has released a board game …
Reminder: DC-Area Meetup is October 10th!
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My Talk Today at the Library
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Deal on Compact Powerbank: Anker PowerCore 5000, Ultra-Compact 5000mAh External Battery with Fast-Charging Technology
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She’s Doing a Polar Plunge in Memory of Her Mother’s Death–Please consider donating
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Even More Amazing: WEST COAST TO PARIS for less than $400 on American
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Support a Good Cause While Someone Else Does a Polar Plunge
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Reeses Peanut Butter Cups Stuffed with Reeses Pieces Is Now a Thing
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What I Received in This Month’s Birchbox
When I wrote about Birchbox, I talked about the beauty items I discovered through Birchbox that became favorites. I didn’t really talk about what comes in a typical Birchbox, and realized this could set up an expectation of receiving a whole box of “favorites” every time. Birchbox IS my favorite …
Read More »Aaaand, 50% off Club Carlson Redemptions in Europe, Africa, Middle East
For those who did get the Club Carlson points, Live from a Lounge explains how you can get 50% off certain bookings in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Tiff C., mentioned in the post on 30% off Club Carlson properties, told me she planned on using her points on …
Read More »30% Off Club Carlson Through August 7th
If you are like me and are trying to hit as many of the Club Carlson property promotions as possible, check out their 30% off sale. I received this email yesterday and used the rate to rebook a reservation at significantly less than it originally went for. This goes for …
Read More »30 Days for DC Nets Us a Beach Day
US Airways’ 30 Days for DC has had some surprises for some lucky people. And thanks to it, Keri and I are spending the day at the beach in the South for the same price it would cost us to bus to the nearby Rehoboth Beach. For someone who flies …
Read More »Why It’s Sometimes Better to Book Hotel with a Travel Agent
Booking my hotel for Las Vegas through a travel agent really made my experience. I ended up at the Four Seasons in extra luxury and walked out as relaxed as I could be. But let’s rewind. When booking hotel rooms for Las Vegas, it is difficult to know when to …
Read More »Using Shopping Portals to Earn Points
One of the most simple ways you can earn points is through using shopping portals from point programs to make your online purchases. I was glad to see Keri wrote about ways to get points even when booking directly through the hotel, and specifically about the program TopCashBack. I brought …
Read More »A Word of Caution With Your Credit Cards
With all the credit cards people apply to for miles, I just wanted to post a cautionary note regarding one of my accounts that got compromised. I consider myself pretty savvy with paying attention to my finances. I use Mint.com to track my purchases and review them often. I review …
Read More »The Neon Museum, Where Neon Goes to Live On
Yesterday, I showed off the fabulous high heel sign greeting me at the Neon Museum. The Neon Museum is a time capsule of Vegas, in a way. They store and show off discarded neon from Vegas, creating a glamourously rusted and faded timeline. When you enter the grounds, you are …
Read More »A Warm Welcome in Vegas for Heels First
I’m traveling in Vegas right now and what greeted me? A giant high heeled shoe. This shoe is part of the neon museum in Las Vegas, a non-profit dedicated to preserving old neon signs from the strip. I just appreciated that the easiest way to find it is via the …
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This Travel Jacket Literally Has Everything Built-In–Including a Neck Pillow
I was poking around on Kickstarter and came across this jacket that claims to be …
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What Happens When You Set Two AI Bots to Talk to Each Other
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This Product Will Help You Pack Faster and Keep You From Forgetting Things
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This Device Promises to Give You Unlimited Worldwide 4G Wi-Fi
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This “Smart” Belt Helps Your Keep Your Waistline in Check
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Get $10 back on $10 spend on Rakuten, includes existing users
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Free Video Game: Sniper Elite 3 (with ads, or $6 without ads)
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Reminder: DC-Area Meetup is October 10th!
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