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CategoryWhat’s the Deal? Not this Groupon dud to London and Dublin!
This “Deal” lays an egg.
I’m fresh off planning a trip including London and Dublin so at first glace on Groupon I was impressed at what you got for $2,798 for
Battle of the Budget MGM Vegas Hotels: Luxor Vs. Excalibur
Are you ready to rumble?
The Deal Kids and I are just back from Vegas, where we stayed at both of the budget MGM properties. I considered posting two normal trip
Guest Post: Mother’s Day Traditions in Japan
Today’s post is written by Caleb Parsons of Kids Travel Japan. I follow Caleb on Instagram and enjoy his tales of living as an American with a Japanese family. I thought
When First Class is Cheaper Than Coach
Next month I’m headed to Disney World to research the next edition of Disney World Hacks. For the return I’m utilizing my favorite hack: the one way car rental. To get to
Bastille Day Bucket List
Today is Bastille Day in France. Therefore, I want to add another item to your list of amazing sites to see: The Bastille Day fireworks over the Eiffel Tower from
Lessons Learned from Remodeling Week 7: A Project is Your Ladder out of the Pit
Welcome to my Lessons learned from remodeling journal. I thought it would be fun and instructive to share our remodeling journey week by week. I hope you can learn from
Yorktown Virginia: The American Revolution Meets The 21st Century
I did not realize they were perfectly lined up with the portrait behind them until later.
Did you know America’s true Independence Day is October 19th? Yes, I know we celebrate
Lessons Learned from 20 Years of Solo Travel
Worshiping at the Pyramid of the Moon. Teotihuacan, Mexico.
I’m bemused, but no longer surprised, by the reaction to my solo travels from the Momosphere: “That looks awesome bu..
Tokyo Disney 101: What To Know Before You Go
Over the weekend Tokyo Disney came up on Twitter and I realized I never summarized my thoughts on the happiest place in Japan. While I enjoyed and recommend Hong Kong Disneyland,
The Best Way to Book Disney World Hotels is NOT the Way You Think
With over 10 trips to Disney World in the last five years I’ve become an expert at house of mouse hotels. I’ve shared whether to book Disney World hotels on or
Today’s To-Do: Learn 2016’s Word of the Day
This is part of the Today’s To-Do series. Each post I’ll lay out one task that will get you closer to traveling more for less.
2016’s Word of the Day: Incremental
For today’s to..
15 Kohls Cash on 50 Dollars spent Plus 20% Off
Kohl’s brings back its best promotion of the year: $15 Kohls Cash on $50 spent. Then, take 20% off everything site wide with code DEALSEEKER. Kohls Cash is good next
Urban Adventures Mexico City: AKA My Little Victory at the Pyramid of the Sun
I gave Deal Girl the Sun but she gave me so much more. This past weekend we were invited on a tour with Urban Adventures to visit Teotihuacan on their
Inaugural Flight? Try Inaugural TERMINAL! Southwest Grand Opening HOU 10/15
I’ve seen your Instagram photos. I’ve watched your Twitter feeds. I know how many of you #AvGeek (s) are out there. And I know how excited you get about new
30% Off at Deal Mommy Fave Endless Vacation Rentals: Condos from $56/night
Breakfast from my balcony at Club Casablanca, Tenerife, one of many properties available from $391/week.
I’m just back from Hawaii where I utilized one of my favorite types of lo..
Raise Promo Code: Extra 5% off 15 Top Stores Gift Cards Including Rite Aid at 21% Off
Raise has 15 stores on their TAKE5 Promo Code (for an extra 5% off) list this weekend. Check your math as you may do better with promo code RAISE75AF if
Sometimes a One Night Trip is All You Need
Closing down the Magic Kingdom.
We save up for those big family trips: I know I saved up for a year to have enough miles for Camp Mom Asia. But sometimes
A Trick to Help Point Breaks Work Better for Families
A Suite at the Crowne Plaza West Hanoi, which I’m using PointBreaks to book.
Who doesn’t love Point Breaks , those last minute discounted rates on IHG Hotels? When the Point
$20 Back on $100 Deal Mommy Fave One Kings Lane With AMEX (& $15 Invite Credit if You’re New)
One Kings Lane is back to the American Express offers list with $20 back on $100 purchase. OKL is my go-to for travel gifts and funky finds such as vintage
Dear Deal Mommy: How Many Days for Disney World ?
The Deal Kids getting up close and personal with their DisneySide.
I’m happy to help with travel dilemmas whenever I can and encourage you to reach out with this Dear Deal
Camp Mom Asia 2015 by the Numbers: 19,177 Miles in 30 Days!
Courtesy Great Circle Mapper
Whew. The logistics for Camp Mom Asia are finally in place! Thanks for bearing with me as I worked it all out in my head. Your advice
Daily Getaways Preview: Alamo is The Best of the Lot. Here’s Why
Daily Getaways released their annual preview list today. To recap, Daily Getaways is an annual promotion that releases limited quantities of discounted hotel points and travel p..
#FT4RL: It’s The Final Countdown!
So. Excited.
The speakers are tweaking their talks, the menu is set, the pre and after-dinners are (mostly) booked, and I’m gathering up the massive pile of FT4RL door prizes to