Some people think you have to have deep pockets in order to afford a cruise vacation. Truthfully, though, cruising can be cheaper per day than a reasonable hotel room. If you plan ahead, you can get your room and all-you-can-eat food for as little as $50 per day! I’m going to share my best tips for how to save on cruises, including how to help you book your cruise at the best price.
How to Save on Cruises
Book early
The best months to book a cruise are early spring and fall. It’s when people are dreaming of vacations, but not actually taking them. Booking a year out can get you the biggest incentives, deal packages, and even room choices. When you book super early, you also can take advantage of time. If at any point between the time you book and the time you sail the price goes lower, you can always call and get them to change your price to the new discount!
The price difference is not always given back as cash but many cruise lines will give you the difference in on board credit. This can help pay for gratuities, shore excursions and lots of other fun things though.
Book late
If you can’t book early, then be prepared to book last minute. While you won’t have the room choices of booking early, they would rather fill a ship than have empty rooms. Look for cruises in the Caribbean to have the best last-minute rates as there are a ton of ships in the area and many are mega ships that hold 6,000 people. The best rates are all about supply and demand, and this is usually an area of the sea with a lot of supply! Booking late in some areas of the world will not get you a better rate, so you have to be flexible on your dates, location, and room types in order to save. Also, know that some ships are always sought after (like Disney lines), so booking late won’t save much.
Search the Internet
With any big vacation, spending time researching and planning always pays off. Do some research to pick the best ships, locations, and even times of the year to travel. Also, do some soul searching on whether you are a mega-ship person or prefer smaller ships. Once you decide what you are looking for, sign up for emails from your favorite cruise lines. They’ll send out emails every few weeks with different promotions and you’ll be the first to know about BOGO offers, packages, kids sail free, and even flash sales.
Talk with a travel agent
While you can still book on your own (and I do recommend still doing your own research), travel agents can also help you figure out how to save on cruises. Ask if they have any secret sales or specials running. Also, ask if they have any groups going that you can join in on. Taking advantage of group pricing might save a bundle over current rates depending on when you are booking. Read More→
Here is a list of the deals from the new Kroger weekly ad that will start on Friday, 7/5. Get Arm & Hammer detergent for 99¢ and more.
Mega Event Household
- Save $1 off each item WYB (5+) participating products, Prices listed are after instant savings.
- Air Wick Scented Oil Refills, 5 ct., $10.99
-$1 off Air Wick Scented Oil Refill (sign up) via PayPal printable
(makes it $9.99) -
Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent or Power Paks, 100.5-105 oz or 42 ct., $6.99
-$3 off Arm & Hammer Deep Clean liquid laundry detergent, 102 oz, limit 5, Ibotta mobile app
-$3 off Arm & Hammer Deep Clean Liquid Detergent 102 oz or Power Paks 44 ct., Kroger eCoupon
(use both, makes it 99¢) - Brawny Paper Towels, 4 dbl rolls, $6.99
-$1.50 off Brawny Paper Towels, 3 to 8 rolls (sign up) printable
(makes it $5.49) - Cottonelle Bath Tissue, 12 mega rolls, $10.99
-.75/1 Cottonelle Toilet Paper printable
-$2 off Cottonelle toilet paper, 12-18 ct, Ultra Clean or Ultra Comfort, limit 2, Ibotta mobile app
(use both, makes it $8.24) Read More→
Don’t miss your chance to save 40% off your purchase at Ann Taylor! This includes new arrivals! Celebrate the fourth with style!
No code necessary. Prices are marked. For the best deals, shop the sale section!
Deal Ideas from the Sale Styles:
Longer Tailored Double Breasted Blazer in Linen Blend – $95.99 (reg. $160)
High Rise Trouser Jeans in Washed Black – $35.93 (reg. $129)
V-Neck Puff Sleeve Sweater Tee – $29.93 (reg. $84.50)
This offer is good thru 7/3. Shipping is free on orders of $150+.
See more clothing deals.
There’s nothing like a cool drink on a hot summer day, whether it’s on your screened in porch, by the pool, or at the beach. Culturally, though, it seems like many of these drink ideas contain alcohol. That might be fine with you, but there are a few reasons why I have rounded up 10 non alcoholic summer drinks. First, alcohol is expensive! You may choose to spend money on that, but if you want to keep costs down, skipping the alcohol will do that. Also, there are tons of summer drinks that you can share and enjoy with your kids, as long as they don’t contain alcohol! These ideas are appropriate for all ages and can be enjoyed by the whole family. From mojitos to slushies to spritzers, there’s sure to be at least one summer drink on this list that you will like!
10 Non Alcoholic Summer Drinks
Apple Cinnamon Iced Tea | Let’s Get Lost Blog
Virgin Mojito | Sustainable Cooks
Watermelon Agua Fresca | Mindful Mocktail
Blueberry Lavender Lemonade | Liz Moody
Raspberry Lime Sparkler | The Fit Cookie
Here is a list of the Target unadvertised deals I found at my store this week. Look for 30% off select Rubbermaid food storage containers and more.
Look through the full Target weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Gift Card Deals
- $5 Target Gift Card WYB (2) Flonase Allergy Relief Spray (ends 7/6)
Flonase Allergy Relief Nasal Spray, 144 sprays, $27.99
-$2 off Flonase product (sign-up), 60-spray+ bottle printable
-Free Target $5 GiftCard WYB (2) Flonase nasal sprays, select, Target Circle (EXP 7/6) eCoupon
(buy 2, use (2) $2 off, makes it $23.49 ea. after gift card)
Flonase Children’s Sensimist Allergy Relief Spray, 60 sprays, $17.49
-$2 off Flonase product (sign-up), 60-spray+ bottle printable
-Free Target $5 GiftCard WYB (2) Flonase nasal sprays, select, Target Circle (EXP 7/6) eCoupon
(buy 2, use (2) $2 off, makes it $12.99 ea. after gift card) Read More→
Right now, speed over to J.Crew Factory where you can score 50 to 70% off sitewide – no exclusions!
There’s no code needed and prices are marked.
Deal Ideas:
Girls’ short with ruffle trim $14.50 (reg. $49.50)
Girls’ colorblock tank dress $16.50 (reg. $42.50)
Vintage slub cotton V-neck tank top $9.95 (reg. $29.50)
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is free on orders $99 and up.
Read More→
Check out this fun rebate! Right now when you spend $40 on select Nestle grocery items you’ll get $20 back!
This includes Hot Pockets, Lean Cuisine, Stouffer’s DiGiorno, Gerber, Coffeemate, California Pizza Kitchen items, and more!!
How to get your rebate:
- Purchase $40 in Nestle products between 6/28 and 8/11
- Just fill out the rebate form and upload your receipt by 8/25
- Complete registration form receive a Visa Gift Card.
Note, you’ll need to purchase all the items in a single transaction to qualify!
Hurry, you have to shop and submit your receipt by 8/25!
See more freebies.
Get a highly-rated sun tent before your beach day!
Right now, hurry to Walmart.com where they’re offering the Ozark Trail Sand Island Sunshade Beach tent for just $33.28, regularly $49.95.
This beach tent has great reviews and is perfect for the beach, lake, rec games and more.
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is free for Walmart+ members, on orders $35+ or you may be able go get free store pickup.
See more Walmart deals!
Shop the furniture sale at Target this week to find pieces for up to 85% off! Shop for the living room, dining room, office and more!
This is a good time to switch out anything old you’ve been wanting to get rid of and give your home a new look! Also grab anything the college kiddos may need for their aparment!
Deal Ideas:
Threshold 2pk Yalecrest Upholstered Bar Stools – $144 (reg. $240)
Lyndhurst Sofa – Threshold – $230 (reg. $460)
48″ Modesto Solid Wood and Metal Coffee Table – $104.99 (reg. $699)
Project 62 Copley Swivel Office Chair with Casters – $42.50 (reg. $85)
