Stay Tuned for Something New…

Stay Tuned for Something New…

41/365 For the past few weeks, I've been thick in the middle of updating this website, working hard on trying to find a theme and features that will make this space here a lot easier to navigate and feel like a place you want to relax and stay awhile. Here's a sneak preview of all of the fun features of…
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November Swago and Spin & Win

November Swago and Spin & Win

40/365 This game has ended. So turns out that this Swago round is NOT a bunch of click-through stores like I predicted. I was wrong. (First time, right?) Anyway, it does come with the Spin & Win like last time. I find that ups the Fun Factor! Spin & Win In case you missed the last Swago, here’s how Spin…
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Disney Movie Rewards

Disney Movie Rewards

39/365 Two more Disney Movie Rewards Trivia Challenges went live today. The regular game is the first and third Monday of the month, while the Marvel game is new every first of the month. Each game is worth five points, so you can add 10 points to your total now by playing. You can also win 50 points if you…
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[Expired] Deal Alert: DOSH at Walmart

[Expired] Deal Alert: DOSH at Walmart

36/365 2018-2019 This deal is over. There's another in-store cash back deal with DOSH and Walmart that goes through Sunday. You can get 10% back through DOSH on purchases at Walmart, up to $10 per day, instead of $20 like they offered last time. The terms state that gift cards are excluded, but you could try to buy a Disney…
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Chase Ultimate Rewards

Chase Ultimate Rewards

Day 33/365 2018-2019 Chase Ultimate Rewards are the gold standard in any travel hacker's arsenal. Some might say it's American Express Membership Rewards, but I haven't dabbled in those yet, and I think Ultimate Rewards is the best program to get your feet wet. Chase's 5/24 Rule Chase has made it a bit harder to do what's called "churning" of…
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Trip Report: 2018 Staycation

Trip Report: 2018 Staycation

Day 31/365 2018-2019 Since Phoenix is a resort town, we have lots of choices when we want a "staycation," especially in the summer when their occupancies drop and they lower their rates. A friend had recommended the Hyatt Regency at Gainey Ranch because she knew we could book on points and get a Club Lounge upgrade with our Hyatt Explorist…
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Shopkick

Shopkick

Day 30/365 2018-2019 One way to maximize your spending is to stack offers from stores and use cashback apps that pay you when you make a purchase. Shopkick takes that concept one step further and rewards you for just going to stores and looking at offer ads besides giving you cashback on your purchases. Say Hello To Shopkick With the…
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