Daily Deal sites can help you save money on holiday shopping, but there are some things you should consider before purchasing a deal, shoving the voucher in a card and calling it a gift. There are good and bad ways to gift daily deals. Living on the Cheap shares guidelines to give appropriately. Read more.
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10 ways to save money on shopping
J is Orlando’s fashion maven who gives the everyday woman reasons to get inspired by clothes and accessories. She posts how-to photos and delivers tips on where to shop on a realistic budget on her blog, J’s Everyday Fashion. She’s also Visit Florida’s Shopping Insider. When it comes to shopping on the cheap, J is the expert. […]
Teen Clothing Swap
If your teens are already sick of their new school clothes, it’s time to swap them out. The Orlando Public Library is hosting a Teen Clothing Swap on November 10, 2012. Bring your gently used clothing and accessories to swap them out for new-to-you items. This event is for ages 13-18. When: Saturday, November 10 […]
3rd Thursday Gallery Hop & Art Walk
Meet in downtown Orlando for a cosmopolitan evening of art, food and shopping at the 3rd Thursday Gallery Hop & Art Walk. Hop to and from downtown venues to experience Orlando-based artwork. When: 3rd Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: E. Washington Street, N. Summerlin Avenue and Central Blvd. Cost: Free
Back to School Bash Aug. 11
Stock up on everything you need for the new school year at the Back to School Bash at the Amway Center on August 11th. All services and supplies are free—immunizations, backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, physicals and health screenings. When: August 11th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Amway Center 400 West Church Street Cost: Free
New Goodwill stores opening in Central Florida
Jeanette Scott, Visit Florida Shopping Insider, is your guide to Sunshine State shopping and fashion. Orlando on the Cheap is excited to share this guest post by Jeanette. Goodwill is a great organization that provides more than 46,000 jobs in Florida. In addition to being a great cause, it’s also a wonderful place to shop, especially […]
Audubon Park Community Market
The Audubon Park Community Market is a weekly gathering of growers, ranchers, fishermen, chefs, artists, musicians and neighbors. When: Mondays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Where: 1842 E. Winter Park Road Cost: Free entry
Goodwill shopping for a cause
Jeanette Scott, Visit Florida Shopping Insider, is your guide to Sunshine State shopping and fashion. Orlando on the Cheap is excited to share this guest post by Jeanette. We’ve all heard of Goodwill, but how much do you really know about the organization? I recently had the opportunity to tour Goodwill’s Central Florida headquarters in Orlando and […]
Buy Local Orlando deals
There are more than 500 merchants offering discounts from 10% off purchases to free desserts in the Buy Local Orlando campaign. The card is free and can be printed online, picked up at a participating merchants or you can download the smart phone application available on iTunes. Save at local Orlando restaurants, downtown nightspots, specialty stores, Orlando accommodations […]
Winn-Dixie Offers Fuel Rewards
Shoppers who participate in Winn-Dixie’s fuel rewards program receive discounts on gasoline. To earn and use the discount, shoppers must buy groceries at participating Winn-Dixie stores and purchase gas at participating gas stations. Phone a local store to make sure they are participating. The discount earned is based on the amount spent at the participating […]