Have you had your fair share of road trips yet this summer? Recently RetailMeNot conducted a survey about folk’s spending habits on road trips.
According to their survey, 38% of people are planning an overnight road trip this summer. I think it’s common knowledge that we usually spend more money while on vacation than when we’re at home. It’s just more convenient and a special time, so you don’t feel as guilty opening your wallet a little wider. 95% of Americans say that they normally end up spending more money than they planned while on a road trip. Whether it’s food, gas, or souvenirs, you’re not alone. RetailMeNot has been my go-to stop for online shopping, but did you know that they also have ways to save on road trips with sales and coupons? Grab their app and you can select coupons to to just show right on your phone at local stores!
Taking a road trip always seems like a cheaper alternative when you see the crazy airfare prices, but in reality, we usually spend more money here and there. Don’t get me wrong, we always take road trips and I love all of the extra things we can do when we’re driving rather than flying. I guess it boils down to the experience you want on a trip. Sometimes the most memorable trips are the ones where you’re playing games in the car to make the time pass quicker.
A few things that we do to make road trips cheaper:
- Pack a cooler with snacks and drinks. Gas stations kill the budget with $1.50 sodas and $1.25 candy…
- Pack sandwiches and easy meals to eat in the car. You will save time and money by not stopping for every meal.
- Plan to stay in hotels that offer free breakfast.
- Stop by the library before you leave and check out books and even videos for the trip! We have one rule that is crucial – the books never leave the car. I will not loose a library book in a random hotel!
Planning is key. Look for the deals before-hand on things like car rentals or hotel stays so you can afford to splurge on a meal at that famous diner that was at the top of your list. RetailMeNot is just the stop for those savings.
This post is sponsored by RetailMeNot, but all opinions are 100% my own.
Today only, get 50% off on Bath & Body items at The Body Shop! This is a great time to stock up on gifts.
Their items go great in gift baskets of add-on items with other gifts. Have you tried the body butter? It’s so moisturizing, and a large tub is $10 with this sale!
Deal Ideas:
Body Butters $10 (reg. $20)
Bar Soaps $2 (reg. $4)
Jumbo Shower Gels $7.50 (reg. $15)
Offer valid today, 7/23 only.
Shipping is $5.95 or FREE with $50 purchase.
See more online shopping.
Find the Sunday coupon insert preview 7/27 below. This weekend you will have a whopping (5) coupon inserts in your newspaper! This is a great week to pick up an extra copy! Be on the lookout for:
(1) Procter & Gamble
(2) Redplum
(2) Smart Source
Remember there are differences between every city and the coupons you get will vary somewhat. Check back next Wednesday to get the exact list of what came out in your area.
Look at the insert schedule for 2014 if you are curious what is coming in the future.
Click below to see all the coupons: Read More→
Tanga is having a great summer sale with over 40 items all $5 and FREE shipping. This can make for some amazing deals!
There is a mixture of things all on sale but I have highlighted some really good ones below. Leave a comment with any deals you find as well!
INCASE Pro Snap Case for iPhone 4,4s,5 – $5 Shipped (reg. $34.95)
Stainless Steal Ring – $5 Shipped (reg. $99. 95)
Stainless Steel Ring with Black Finish and Yellow Duel Inlet – $5 Shipped (reg. $99.95).
See more online shopping deals.
If you’re an iced coffee fan, don’t miss out the $1 off International Delight Iced coffee coupon. Go ahead and print it to get a good deal at Kroger.
This iced coffee is delicious and comes in several flavors. It’s much cheaper than running by the coffee shop too.
International Delight Iced Coffee Coupon
-$1 off International Delight Iced Coffee, Half Gallon printable
Kroger Deal Idea:
Buy:
International Delight Iced Coffee (half gallon) $2.69 (thru 7/29)
Use:
-$1 off International Delight Iced Coffee, Half Gallon printable
makes it $1.69
Rite Aid is going to have a really awesome Gas Gift Card deal next week! You’ll earn a $10 Gas Gift Card when you buy $30 worth of select P&G Products.
Here are two potential deals you can do.
Gas Gift Card Deal Idea
Buy:
(2) Pantene Hair Care, 12.6 oz, $4
(3) Tide Laundry Detergent, 40 oz, $4.94
(2) CoverGirl WetSlicks Lip Gloss, B1G1 50% off at $6.49
Use:
-$4/2 Pantene Shampoo or Conditioner, excl trial/travel size, PG 7/13
(3) -$2 off Tide detergent, excl Simply Fresh & Clean, PODS, 10 oz and trial size, PG 7/27
-$4/2 Covergirl lip products, excl Outlast lipcolor and trial size, PG 7/06 (exp 07/31)
Total Due: $18.55
Get Back: $10 Gas Gift Card
Like getting it for $8.55 or $1.22 ea.
Gas Gift Card Idea #2
Buy:
(4) CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara, B1G1 50% off at $7.49 ($22.47)
(4) Cover Girl Eye Shadow Singles, B1G1 50% off $3.39 ($10.17)
Subtotal: $32.64
Use:
(4) -$3 off Covergirl Lashblast Mascara, excl trial size, PG 7/06 (exp 07/31)
(2) -$3/2 CoverGirl products, excl accessories and trial size, PG 7/27
Total Due: $14.64
Get Back: $10 + UP and $10 Gas Station Gift Card
You make $5.34 to buy it all!!
The deal will be available 7/27-8/2.
Vera Bradley is having a great Last Chance Sale today only! If you need any cute bags or summer clothes I would check it out. They are offering up to 60% off with this sale!
I have picked out some deals below that I really liked. Leave a comment with what you find!
Deal Ideas:
Anniversary Wristlet – $29.99 (reg. $68)
Silk Scarf – $24.99 (reg. $58)
Offer valid today, 7/23 only. Shipping is FREE on orders $75 or more.
See more online shopping.
CVS is going to have FREE Speed Stick Deodorant and Irish Spring Bar Soap, 6 pk., for 99¢ next week. This is a great chance to stock-up.
The coupons may not still be available to print next week, so print them now.
The Coupons
$2 off Speed Stick Gear deodorant or body spray printable
$1 off Irish Spring Gear body wash, excl 2.5 oz or Gear bar soap, 6 ct.+printable
Deal Ideas
Speed Stick Deodorant Deal
Buy:
(2) Speed Stick Gear Deodorant, 2.7 oz, $5.29
Use:
(2) -$2 off Speed Stick Gear deodorant or body spray printable
-30% off Deodorant purchase, printing at CVS Coupon Center
Total Due: $3.40
Get Back: $5 ECB
Makes it FREE!
Irish Spring or Gear Soap Deal
Buy:
(1) Irish Spring Gear Bar Soap, 6 ct., $6.99
(1) Irish Spring Gear Body Wash, 15 oz, $4.99
Use:
(2) -$1 off Irish Spring Gear body wash, excl 2.5 oz or Gear bar soap, 6 ct.+ printable
-25% off Body Wash Bar Soap or Liquid Soap, printing at CVS Coupon Center
Total Due: $6.98
Get Back: $5 ECB
Makes it 99¢ each!
The deal will be available 7/27-8/2. The deal has a limit of 2, so you can do one of the deals twice or both deals.
There is a new Glade Sense & Spray Coupon available! Glade is currently on sale at Walgreens, making a great deal.
You can see all of the current deals on Glade here.
Glade Sense & Spray Coupon
$1 off Glade Sense & Spray item (zip 68130) printable
Walgreens Deal Idea
$1.50 RR wyb (2) Glade Air Fresheners, $2.75
Use:
(2) $1 off Glade Sense & Spray item (zip 68130) printable
Total Due: $3.50
Get Back: $1.50 RR
Like getting it for $2 or $1 each!
The sale ends 7/26.
Other Glade Coupons
-.75/1 Glade Automatic Spray refill printable
-.55/1 Glade Jar Candle printable
-.75/1 Glade Plugins Scented Oil twin refill or (2) single refills printable
-.55/1 Glade Premium Room Spray, 9.7 oz printable
-.55/1 Glade Wax Melts, excl warmer printable
