Paris has a reputation as an expensive city, but you can still enjoy your trip on a budget. Here are 10 free activities in Paris, most within easy reach of the Central Paris hotels.
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Three Travel Tips for Los Angeles
As the second-largest city in the United States, Los Angeles offers a wealth of activities that could occupy the lifetime of any visitor. If you want to pare down your options to a more manageable vacation period, check out these tips.
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The High Cost of Spa Facials – Are They Worth It?
My gym has a spa, so today I went in to find out about getting a facial. I guess it’s been a while since I’ve had one, because I was shocked at the prices. The basic facial is $85 and each add-on – and who doesn’t want add-ons? – is $39 extra. How can anyone sit back and relax and de-stress when they know how much this is
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Makeover Madness: How Much Do You Spend on Beauty Products?
For a long part of my life I was a HUGE tomboy so I never spent a penny on beauty products. That all changed when I went to college and my sisters got more into different makeup techniques. They always looked so great (especially in pictures!) that I became curious. I was lucky enough to have them teach me all their hair and makeup tricks.
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5 Best Apps for Sending Money – Venmo, Square Cash, and More!
My siblings and I are constantly lending each other money. These purchases vary from $2 coffees to a $200 loan for a dream vacation. Since we’re constantly sharing costs of purchases it can be a pain to always get the cash to pay each other back. Since we’re millennials and addicted to our phones our solution has been to use phone apps to pay back these
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How to Throw a fabulous Pet Birthday Party on a Budget
This is a guest post by the talented Roxana Oliver, a pet-loving traveler, an environmentalist and blogger from Sydney. She is a proud mom of three: my two silly dogs Brando and Astoria, and my purrfect cat Archibald. Making a birthday party for your pet presents great opportunity to add some joy to pet’s life and say thank you for all lovely moments. I’m proud owner
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How Much Should You Spend On A Wedding Gift?
With a large Italian family (and being one of the youngest cousins!) I feel like my summers have always been filled with wedding activities and this summer is no exception. There IS one big difference this year though. Instead of being invited as a family, my cousin has invited my siblings and I to attend his wedding with our significant others. Previously, my father always
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18 Unusual Cat Gifts Found at CatConLA
Recently, over 10,000 people attended the first-ever CatConLA, dubbed “Comic-Con for Cat Lovers.” I put on my kitty ears (and cat-print dress and cat handbag) and pounced on the opportunity to attend this amazing event. In addition to the various kitty tees, totes and toys, I found some pawsitively unique cat-themed items. Here are 18 Unusual Cat Gifts I Found at CatConLA.
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Save Money with Herbs: How to Start an Herb Garden!
I LOVE fresh herbs. Adding some fresh basil, cilantro, or parsley can make a dish so much more delicious. While I adore cooking with fresh herbs, I hate having to go the store and constantly buy them. Especially since they tend to wilt so quickly! That’s why this year I decided to make my own herb garden at home. Interested in starting your own herb
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10 Summer Salads Under $5 to Feed a Family of Four
When the temperatures rise, the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven. Now you don’t have to. Whether you’re putting together a meal for lunch, dinner, a picnic or a party, summer salads are the way to go. Enjoy these delicious recipes which will please the whole family – and your wallet. Here are 10 Summer Salad Recipes to Try.
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10 Awesome Father’s Day Gifts For Every Budget!
Every Father’s Day I struggle to find the perfect gift. No..my Dad doesn’t need another tie or tool set! So what should I get him!? This Father’s Day gift list has a gift for everyone from sports lovers to grilling fanatics in every budget. No ties or tool sets mentioned! 10 Unique Father’s Day Gifts
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How to Afford a Luxurious Vacation on a Budget
Travel is regarded as one of the most enlightening activities; people who make a hobby out of traveling frequently are often considered uncommonly worldly and spiritual. Eventually, youthful backpacking and stays in hostels give way to a desire for relaxing vacations. The adventuresome wanderings of young people tend to transition into an enjoyment of more slow-paced trips. People start to view vacations as relaxing times with no obligations as
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Credit Card OUCH! My $431 Surprise Party
I threw a surprise party for my husband two weeks ago and boy, did it slam our credit card balance! Because the party was a secret, I purchased a lot of food and decorations that I normally would have made myself or skipped altogether. Oh, and did I mention it was PIRATE THEMED? Would you spend $400 on a surprise party?
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You Paid HOW Much For a Greeting Card? We Are No Longer Friends.
I was helping my husband pick out a baby shower gift for a co-worker when I chanced upon a lovely baby shower card. After a quick glance at the front to determine if it was generally suitable, I flipped it over to check the price. What the???? I kid you not. The pricetag was $6.95. Kill me now. Because you know the only reason those $7
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Moving Cross Country is a Nightmare – And Means Less Sex
Moving is expensive, that’s no surprise. The surprise is just how many people move and how deeply it cuts into our finances. A recent survey of 306 people who recently moved, commissioned by Our Town America, a mover marketing franchise, revealed scary statistics. Just how many of us are moving? Of 300 million people living in the United Stats, more than 40 million of them are moving
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