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Sales Shopping Tips

It seems the whole world is on sale all the time and you can’t go wrong. That is if you follow the Frugal Diva rules. 1. The most expensive item in your closet is the one you never wear – even if it’s reduced by 50% with another 30% off and you have an extra 10% off coupon.  Anything not in your size, in a color you never wear, or for a sport you never play is a reminder that “on sale” doesn’t always mean saving money. 2. Do you really need…

Vita Cost

There are so many fantastic deals on the Vita Cost site I don’t know where to begin. Vitamins, shampoos, organic foods, protein powders, herbs, and homeopathy are just a few of the items covered. You can order all the non-produce ingredients in this lentil soup with one click. Let’s start with organic products – 22 ounces of  Raw Honey for $6.99, organic! (all prices subject to change, please check with website) And Aubreys, Alba Botanica, Burts Bees, Jason, Zia! So many types of vitamins and herbs that you are going to have to see…

Easy Trader Joe’s Combos

Trader Joe started out in the Los Angeles area and the inhabitants consider it more a playground then a store. We call it TJs or the Trader and they need no advertising to bring us inside. With it’s combination of healthy food and ever changing snacks and possibilities for meals, we just gravitate there as if it was a friend’s house. Now that they have spread across the country, the Frugal Diva would like to share her quick combos. These are more guidelines then recipes. Easy Gazpacho Garden Patch Juice, Cucumber, Green Onion, Cilantro-Throw a…

Tennessee Vacation

The Frugal Dude loves to tour a state or neighboring states and soak up the local culture. My initial reaction was if one isn’t going to a major metropolitan area why bother? It took awhile to convince me to even set foot in certain areas.  Now The Frugal Diva likes nothing better then to explore what were once just names on a map. From the first breakfast at the famous Loveless Cafe to Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville was a lovely city that had restored many of its original venues including the train station and the original…

Recipes That Make Camping Feel Like Glamping

From food and drinks to accommodation and entertainment, there are various things that can turn your regular camping trip into a luxury experience full of comfort and fun. So, what is the recipe for organizing a perfect “glamping” trip? Take a look! Boost your comfort We all know those tiny tents that make you crawl to your uncomfy bed. Well, forget all about that nightmare and invest in a glamping tent or a yurt that allows you to stand up all the way around! Also, get a model that’s twice as big as you actually need (if there’s…

6 Ways to Get Ahead Financially and Overcome Living Paycheck to Paycheck

Living from one paycheck to another can be very trying. You may feel you’re tapping in one place, unable to make any sort of financial progress, all the while struggling to maintain your dignity and live a normal life. If you work hard and can still barely make ends meet, try some of these six ways to manage your income and your spending, to finally advance. Lose your debt Owing money to a bank is easy. There’s nobody you have to look in the eye and nobody to call you and ask when you’ll be able to…

How to Enjoy Sydney Without Crippling Your Budget

  Do you want to visit Sydney, but you’re afraid that this trip will cost you an arm and a leg? If you do, your fears are completely rational since Sydney is an expensive vacation destination. However, we have prepared some practical suggestions for you on how not to go bankrupt and still have the time of your life in this amazing city. Choose the accommodation wisely  Since the accommodation is one of the biggest expenses, it’s important to choose it wisely. If you’re planning to spend most of your time in the central part of the…