Southwest Airlines – 15% Off Your Roundtrip Flight

For those of you that missed out on last week’s deal for Southwest Airlines, don’t worry because there’s a new promo. While this may not be as hot of a deal as the last one, it’s still a money saver! Southwest Airlines and PayPal are partnering together to offer you great holiday savings. All you have to do is complete this form by submitting your full name and email address and you’ll receive an email confirmation along with a unique promotion code to use towards your next purchase. So before you start booking your plane tickets, make sure you sign up for this deal! Purchases must be made by December 1, 2009 and travel is good through January 31, 2010.

Here are the terms and conditions:

• Limited number of promotion codes available for this offer.
• 15% discount valid for one-time use at southwest.com off the total amount of any roundtrip purchase before taxes and fees.
• Purchase must be made between November 3, 2009 and December 1, 2009 for travel November 3, 2009 through January 31, 2010.
• Blackout dates apply November 20, 2009 through December 1, 2009 and December 18, 2009 through January 4, 2010. If any portion of travel falls on a blackout date the discount will not apply.
• The discount is only valid with the provided Promotion Code and is not combinable with other Promotion Codes or fares available exclusively through the web tool “DING!
• This promotion does not include Senior fares.
• This promotion includes all Business Select, Anytime, and Wanna Get Away fares.
• Discount does not include taxes and fees.
• Roundtrip purchase required.
• Changes made to the itinerary after purchase may eliminate qualifications for this promotion.
• Youth, Child, Infant, Military, and Government Fares are not available for purchase at southwest.com.
• Reservations made through southwestvacations.com or swabiz.com are not eligible for this promotion.

The holiday season is coming up and I know many of you that will be traveling during this time, so this definitely comes in handy. Make sure you book your tickets soon before prices go up! I’m glad I got in on last week’s deal. :)

swagbucks.com

Anyone ever heard of swagbucks.com? If not, don’t worry, I’ll explain. Swagbucks.com is an online portal dedicated to help you earn Swag Bucks, digital dollars that can be redeemed for exclusive swagbucks.com prizes. Swagbucks.com is like any other search engine, with the exception of being rewarded just for searching the web! With every search you do on swagbucks.com, you have the chance of earning 1 to 5 Swag Bucks (on Fridays, up to 100 Swag Bucks!). With these Swag Bucks, you can use them to redeem gift cards and prizes! I’ve been a member of swagbucks.com for about 3 weeks and I already have 116 Swag Bucks. I already know what I want to use my Swag Bucks on, but I’m waiting for more Swag Bucks before I cash in. I’m eyeing the $5 Amazon.com gift cards, which only cost 45 Swag Bucks. Not bad considering this is all free!




I know you may have some questions about swagbucks.com, so here’s a list of the most common questions and answers:

What are Swag Bucks?

Swag Bucks are the web's premier digital dollar. Accumulate at your own pace and redeem them for exclusive swagbucks.com prizes.

How will I know if I’ve won a Swag Buck?

If yours is a winning search, you will see a large Swag Bucks immediately above your search results. You will never be directed away from your search.

Your current total will be automatically updated and displayed in the top bar.

Is your search engine as good as Google?

Yes! www.swagbucks.com features a best in trade search feed, which includes results from Google & Ask.com. If you're already searching the web, why not win prizes, while continuing to receive the same great results you are accustomed to?

What are you waiting for? Sign up now! You have nothing to lose.

Southwest Airlines – 4th Quarter Sale

We all know airfare is getting more and more expensive and with all the additional fees we have to pay to check in our baggage, the price of traveling is almost double the amount we expect to pay. From now until October 29th, 2009, 11:59 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, Southwest Airlines is having a 72 hour sale with fares as low as $25 one way! Here's a breakdown of the fares:

$25 – Travel 0 to 374 miles
$50 – 375 to 549 miles
$75 – 550 to 999 miles
$100 – 1000+ miles

Fares do not include federal excise tax of $3.60 for each flight segment. A flight segment is defined as a takeoff and a landing. Fares do not include airport-assessed passenger facility charges (PFC) of up to $9.00 and government-imposed September 11th Security Fee of up to $5.00 one-way. Select Destinations.

For more info, here’s what Southwest Airlines posted on their website:

We’ve tossed out the playbook! You’ve heard of throwback jerseys, but what about throwback fares? That’s right, for 72 hours you can score some of our most incredible deals of the year for travel Dec. 2 - Dec. 16, 2009 and Jan. 5 - Feb. 10, 2010.

With fares this low, you should invent a reason to go. But remember, there’s no “OT” on this sale. So put on your game face and score a cheap trip before it’s too late!

Already purchased a ticket for these travel dates and want to check for a lower fare?
Visit change air reservation on southwest.com*.

Note: Available only on southwest.com or swabiz.com. Purchase from October 27 through October 29, 2009, 11:59 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. Travel December 2 through December 16, 2009 and January 5 through February 10, 2010. Travel valid every day except Sundays. Seats are limited, especially to popular destinations such as Florida and Las Vegas. Fares may vary by destinations, flight, and day of week and won't be available on some flights that operate during very busy travel times such as Super Bowl and Pro Bowl. Mileage is based on direct distance from airport to airport. Fares are available for one-way travel. Fares may be combined with other combinable fares. Fares are not combinable with Senior Fares. When combining fares, all rules and restrictions apply. Fares are nonrefundable but may be applied toward future travel on Southwest Airlines. Fares are not available through Group Desk. Any change in itinerary may result in an increase in fare. Standby travel requires an upgrade to the Anytime fare. Fares are subject to change until ticketed. Offer applies to published, scheduled service only. View sale FAQs.

* When rebooking a previously purchased, nonrefundable Wanna Get Away Fare, any fare difference will remain nonrefundable and the remaining funds will be held for future use. Travel must be completed by the expiration date noted on the itinerary and receipt.

Click here to book your trip. To save even more, get 3% cash back when going through Ebates.com first!

Happy traveling!

Sample Sale at The North Face Outlet!

Winter season is coming up and for those of you who love to snowboard or ski, or just love The North Face brand, this is the perfect deal for you!

Starting tomorrow, The North Face Outlet in Berkeley, CA is having a sample sale. There will be men's and women's waterproof outerwear, hats and beanies, men's and women's sportswear shirts, men's and women's pants, men's and women's insulated outerwear and men's and women's fleece outwear. In addition to that, there will also be backpacks, shoes, gloves, scarves and camping accessories sold at the sample sale. Although the picture says the sample sale is for October 8th, the sale generally lasts throughout the weekend. Just make sure the sale is still going on, so call before you go!

The North Face Outlet is located at:
1238 Fifth Street

Berkeley, CA 94710

Phone 510-526-3530

From my past experiences at The North Face Outlet sample sale, it's best to get to the sale as early as possible, since all the good stuff will be snatched up by people who are looking to resell these items. There will be lots of people at this sale and it's best to dress lightly and not carry any big bags with you. There will also be boxes and clothes all over the place, including the floor, so be careful! I've tripped at these sales before. If you're patient, you'll love this sale. I've gotten many good deals and I suggest grabbing doubles of the same item because sometimes they're priced differently. I've gotten a jacket for $50, but there was another priced at $80 for the exact same thing. When you're at the sale, you'll be given a large, clear plastic bag, similar to a trash bag. Throw everything you plan on getting in there and decide later!

Here are some examples of deals I've gotten:

Vault Backpack: $10
Pandora Backpack: $10
Isabella Backpack: $10 (now $30)
Amira Backpack: $30
Jester Backpack: $30
Recon Backpack: $30
Nuptse Jacket: $80
Snowboard pants: $50
Scarves: $5
Beanies: $5
Kids' Jackets: $15 - $20

Please note that some prices have changed and these items are from past seasons. Most sample items are size M, but occasionally you'll find some other sizes. The sample sale is limited to stock on hand. Hurry for the best selection!

If you have any questions about my experience at the sale, just ask me!

Note: All items for this event are prior seasons’ salesman samples. Samples are limited in sizes, colors and quantities. Quantities are limited to stock on hand. Shop early for the best selection! Sorry, no phone or mail orders accepted. All sales final. Samples do not carry The North Face lifetime warranty. Sale starts Thursday, October 8, 2009 at Berkeley Outlet. 1238 Fifth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710. Phone 510-526-3530.

OUR OUTLETS CARRY DISCONTINUED ITEMS AND SECONDS. Seconds are items with minor flaws that do not affect performance. The North Face products in our Outlets do not carry The North Face lifetime warranty. Sorry, no phone or mail orders accepted. Quantities are limited to stock on hand. Shop early for best selection.

Express Fall Sale

Express is having their fall sale with clothes up to 70% off! On top of that, take an additional 20% off all clearance items. No coupon code is needed. If shopping online, shipping is $8 flat rate. Also, if you go through Ebates.com, you can save an additional 2.5%.

It's a great time to stock up on some work clothes... or just clothes in general.

Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Footaction, Champs Sports stores – 30% Off

For all of you shoe lovers and collectors, it's time to stock up on shoes at Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Footaction and Champs Sports. It's Friends and Family weekend at these stores and they're offering 30% off your entire purchase! Coupon can be used in stores or online and is valid from September 24, 2009 to September 27, 2009. Here are your coupons:

Foot Locker stores: Online coupon code: FF99B345.
Footaction: Online coupon code: FF99BA24
Champs Sports: Online coupon code: FF99B624

Foot Locker note: Shop online or present this Certificate at participating Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker stores. Certificate cannot be used in clearance stores or in conjunction with any other coupon or discount offer, associate benefit, VIP Platinum Rewards Cards, the School Reward Program, stock locator, bulk purchases (more than five pairs/units of the same SKU), multiple offers, prior purchases or purchases of a Gift Card or used at House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores. Not redeemable for cash. Applicable taxes must be paid by bearer. Void if copied and where prohibited, licensed, or regulated. Certain in-store, catalog and internet exclusions may apply. Please see store associate or website for all details.

Footaction note: Shop online or present this Certificate at participating Footaction stores. Certificate cannot be used in clearance stores or in conjunction with any other coupon or discount offer, associate benefit, Star Club Gold Giveback Cards, stock locator, bulk purchases (more than five pairs/units of the same SKU), multiple offers, prior purchases or purchases of a Gift Card. Not redeemable for cash. Applicable taxes must be paid by bearer. Void if copied and where prohibited, licensed, or regulated. Certain in-store, catalog and internet exclusions may apply. Please see store associate or website for details.

Champs Sports note: Shop online or present this Certificate at participating Champs Sports stores. Certificate cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon or discount offer, associate benefit, VIP Platinum Rewards Cards, stock locator, bulk purchases (more than five pairs/units of the same SKU), multiple offers, prior purchases or purchases of a Gift Card. Not redeemable for cash. Applicable taxes must be paid by bearer. Void if copied and where prohibited, licensed, or regulated. Certain in-store, catalog and internet exclusions may apply. Please see store associate or website for details.

It's best to shop in-store, but if you decide to shop online, make sure you go through Ebates.com! Ebates offers 5% cash back at Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker and 2.5% cash back for Foot Action and Champs Sports. Since these stores are the same company and usually carry the same items on their website, you should just shop through one of the Foot Locker stores for your 5% cash back.

Time to go crazy for shoes!

Hollister Friends With Benefits - 20% Off

Times are tough when companies who never offer an additional discount to the public start offering an additional discount. For the first time ever, Hollister Co., a sister company of Abercrombie & Fitch, is offering a 20% off discount. This can only be used in stores and is valid on full price and reduced items. Offer is valid until September 27th.

Here's the printable coupon.

Note: Offer valid from September 23 to September 27, 2009 on all merchandise offered for sale in Hollister stores located in North America, EXCLUDING THE HCo. EPIC STORE ON BROADWAY IN NEW YORK. Not valid for online purchases. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Not valid for purchases of gift cards or previous purchases. Restrictions on bulk purchases may apply. Limit one coupon per customer. Not redeemable for cash or store credit. Not applicable with employee discount. Other restrictions may apply.

$10 off Juniors' Apparel at Sears

Sears is offering $10 off your purchase of junior apparel with no minimum purchase required. In most cases, this usually translates to $10 off $10 or more, but if you get a nice cashier, maybe they'll give you your item(s) free if your purchase is under $10.

To shop in store, here's your printable coupon. In the October issue of seventeen magazine, there's a tear-out copy of this coupon on the front page. This deal is also available online with offer code 17SEARSAPPAREL, but you would have to pay for shipping, which starts at $6.25.

Offer is good until November 14, 2009.

Note: Savings apply to juniors' apparel only. Not valid on Lands' End merchandise, Outlet Store purchases and catalog orders. One coupon per purchase, not valid on prior purchases. Discount is applied before sales tax and cannot be used with any other coupon or associate discount. Void where prohibited by law. Any other use constitutes fraud. Cash value 1/20 cent. In an event of a return, coupon savings may be deducted from your refund. Valid 9/15 through 11/14/09 in the USA only.

If shopping online, save more money by shopping through Ebates.com. Just sign up for Ebates through my link (and get a $5 bonus by doing so) and search for Sears. Sears is listed on Ebates with 2% cash back.

Check out your local Sears for clothes on the clearance racks. Many items are 50% off with an additional 40% off!

Remember, this coupon only works for clothing in the juniors' department. With this coupon, it's a great time to stock up on clothes for the kids, as well as to start your Christmas shopping early. Happy shopping!

Restaurant.com - 90% off!

In celebration of 09.09.09, Restaurant.com is having a 90% off sale for 99 hours only! For those of you that aren’t familiar with Restaurant.com, they sell discounted gift certificates to many local restaurants in your area. $25 gift certificates are usually sold for $10 or $15 (depending on the restaurant) and $10 gift certificates are usually sold for $4. With the 90% off code, $25 gift certificates comes down to $1 or $1.50 and $10 gift certificates come down to 40 cents!

Coupon code: NINETY. Code is valid through September 13, 2009.

Note: Gift certificates from Restaurant.com are more like a coupon, since there’s a minimum amount required for a meal. You’re limited to using only one certificate per group visit. They may not be combined with one another and there are restrictions. Restrictions can include dining during certain days or hours, minimum purchase, no alcohol, lunch or dinner only and possibly more. Most restaurants will also automatically add 18% gratuity to your pre-discounted bill.

If you like dining out with a group of people and you split the bill, this would come in handy for you! Your friends won’t know how much you paid for this. Assuming you’re with a group of people, you’ll very likely meet the minimum purchase required and all you have to do is use your certificate and pay the differences, tax and tip. For example, I purchased one of the $25 (normally sold for $10) certificates to Horizon Restaurant and Lounge at 80% off, which only cost me $2. The minimum purchase was $35, but since I went to eat with a group of people, the amount was way over that. The total for my order was only $22, and with the $3 I had leftover, that was enough to cover tax. With the 18% gratuity added, I only had to pay $6 more. While my friends were spending way more for their meals, mine only cost me $8. Hot deal, huh? Go out with your friends and do what I did! Hahaha.

Want to save even more money? If so, then you should sign up for Ebates.com. Ebates is a site that gives you cash back for your online purchases. In order to get cash back, you must visit Ebates.com and search for the store you’re trying to shop at. If it’s listed on the site, then all you have to do is click on the link that’ll open up a new window that’ll tell you you’re on your way to saving _% at ___’s website. In addition to that, Ebates may have coupon codes listed on their site to save you even more money. Restaurant.com is listed on Ebates with 15% cash back.

Cash back bonus! To save you even MORE money, if you sign up for Ebates.com through my referral link, you’ll get a bonus of $5. Click here for to join Ebates.com. Happy shopping and dining!

three blogs

The three blogs I chose to write about are Pursebuzz.com, NessasaryMakeup and Bllew Photography. I chose these three blogs because I have a big interest in makeup and photography.

The first blog I chose is Pursebuzz.com. What really interests me about this blog is that the blog has many posts relating to makeup. The way the blog is set up is intended for an audience and there are many links for the reader to check out and interact with. There are reviews about cosmetics, hair and makeup tutorials, fashion features, even contests. The blogger is writing in first person tone. The interactive features include a chat box, which allows readers to leave comments and messages for the blog owner, a link to follow the blogger on Twitter, contests and videos. What I like about this blog is all the tips and tutorials there are on there. I also love watching her tutorials on YouTube. They’re fun to watch and I get to learn how to achieve a look with the makeup she uses. At this time, I don’t think there needs to be any improvements.

The next blog I chose is NessassaryMakeup. It’s similar to Pursebuzz.com, but it’s more user-friendly since there aren’t as many links on this blog. Like Pursebuzz.com, this blog is written towards an audience and also written in first person tone. There is also a link for Twitter followers to follow this blogger and there are YouTube videos for tutorials as well. What I like about this blog is the simplicity of it. She writes about her everyday life, and rates products she’s tried, has tutorials and lots of pictures. I don’t see any need for improvements. I like it the way it is.

The last blog I chose is Bllew Photography. I chose this blog because of my interest in photography and also because this blog is owned by two friends of mine. Since the blog is written by two people (at separate times), they write it in their point of view towards an audience. Their interactive features include a comment box, which allows viewers to comment on their blog posts. I like the blog because it’s simple and has lots of pictures, which inspire me to learn how to take better pictures. I’ve noticed some grammar errors, so that could be something that could be improved by the bloggers.

Two ideas I’d like to maintain for this blog would be photography and shopping.