Review of Crowne Paradise Club Cancun Resort

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My family of five spent a four-day weekend in early November (school holiday) at the Crowne Paradise Resort in Cancun.  This was our first experience at an all-inclusive resort, and I must say I loved the certainty of knowing how much the trip would cost, especially right before the holidays when we don’t really want [Read On]

Early Flight? Expensive Parking Options? Consider Staying at an Airport Hotel

One big vacation expense that I tend to forget about is the cost of parking at the airport.  Even in the highly inconvenient long-term off-site lots, parking for a week-long vacation costs us over $100.  The cost for a taxi to and from our house is only slightly more, but while convenient, there is the [Read On]

Do You Groupon?

When Groupons were first introduced, I went a little, umm, nuts.  I was buying them everyday.  Half off bowling!  Free rounds of mini golf!  No doubt, we got some really good deals, but sometimes they became just one more thing to stress over.  As the expiration dates were looming, I often felt pressure to actually squeeze [Read On]

Win a Trip for Six to Universal Studios Hollywood

Another rare sweepstakes opportunity to win a trip for 6!  The winner and up to 5 guests will receive round trip flights to California, ground transportation, 3 nights’ accommodations (consisting of two rooms); 6 tickets to a gala reception on Friday, December 14, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at the Globe Theatre, 6 VIP tour guest passes to guided tour of [Read On]

Free Hotel Nights – Just for Having a Credit Card

I want to earn points for every dollar we spend.  We’re going to spend the money anyway, we might as well get something out of it.   But credit cards can earn more than just points.  Some award FREE hotel stays each year just for having the card: Priority Club Select Visa:  The free night each year at any [Read On]