July, 2012

• 30 July

  Review: The Las Vegas Four Seasons Part 1

  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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• 29 July

  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 …

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• 27 July

  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 …

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• 27 July

  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 …

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• 26 July

  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 …

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• 24 July

  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 …

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• 22 July

  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 …

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• 17 July

  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 …

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• 12 July

  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 …

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• 12 July

  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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