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FREE! A Special Invitation to Join SniqueAway Travel Bargain Site (FREE Membership, By Invitation Only)

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TOP RATED HOTELS + FANTASTIC BARGAINS + FREE MEMBERSHIP = SNIQUEAWAY TRAVEL SITE

I love a great deal, and I love to travel ~ So, I’m excited to pass-along an invitation to you from Frugal in Fort Worth and Trip Advisor to become a member (FREE) of Snique AwayTrip Advisor’s NEW travel bargain site (and I do mean bargain!!!).

Backed by the credibility of TripAdvisor.com, SniqueAway offers limited-time sales and deep discounts on some fantastic 4 & 5-Star rated hotels around the world, with savings typically from 40-60% OFF.  The hotel sales change weekly and span a wide range of travel tastes and budgets.  Membership to Snique Away is FREE, but you have to be invited to join (and you are officially invited by Frugal in Fort Worth!)

What kinds of bargains should you expect? This week Snique Away features sales for top-rated hotels in Whistler ~ Canada, New York ~ NY, Bagshot ~ England (pack me in your bags, please), and Summerville ~ South Carolina. If you want to plan a little “stay-cation”, they even have a great special this week for the historic Adolphus in Dallas ~ $89 for their Deluxe Room through SniqueAway (I looked at Adolphus’ website and this same room is going for $174 there, today). 

Sign up & join here (FREE)!

Learn more about SniqueAway, here or keep reading for a longer review of our experience with SniqueAway (and why we like it so much!). 

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My personal experience with SniqueAway. 

A few months ago, I was sent a private invitation to join SniqueAway.  To be candid, when I received this invitation, I was a bit sceptical about what it was. I didn’t want to unknowingly sign up as a target for one of those annoying time-share deals with all the high-pressure sales riff-raff (pretty much like gum on the shoe).  Plus, the austere pre-member-sign-in web design and invitation-only aspect made it impossible to preview & peruse the website to make sure this was something I was truly interested in (hopefully this review will make it much easier for you). 

After doing quite a bit of research and watching and comparing various travel offers, I am happy to say that I am very comfortable recommending SniqueAway to my readers. It is an easy, easy way to find unheard of deals on some of the best hotels in the world.  It turns out it is part of one of my favorite travel opinion sites, Trip Advisor (read here and here for a nice overview).  In fact, the only hotels featured on SniqueAway are ones that have been highly rated by readers like you and me on TripAdvisor.com ~ ratings from folks who have actually stayed at these hotels and share their opinions, both pros & cons. 

This got my attention. For the last few years, Trip Advisor has been the first site I go to and one of the most credible opinion-sites when I’m selecting hotels, restaurants, and travel activities for new places (not to mention it has been great for fresh entertainment & restaurant ideas for Fort Worth).  I’m officially a fan of SniqueAway, and wanted to make sure my readers had a chance to take advantage of their free membership & travel bargains, too! 

What to expect when you sign up with SniqueAway ~

Once I signed up, I started receiving 1 email per week featuring about 5 hotel bargain deals from around the U.S. and across the world (plus a sneak preview at hotel deals that would be offered the following week). The offers are on a first come, first serve basis, lasting up to seven days or until sold out.

Since you will not be able to view these bargains until you sign up, I’m adding a screen capture below so you can get an idea of what you’ll see on a typical hotel bargain offer (you can see from the example below on the Dallas Adolphus, the price range goes from a pretty affordable deluxe room to luxurious suite options).

You’ll also notice that there is a Trip Advisor review tab (found on every hotel deal listing) where you can link to and read corresponding hotel reviews, providing quick insight into the experiences of other travelers and how they view the hotel.

HOW IT WORKS

1.  Sign up with this invitation. There is no cost to join the members-only service, but a private invitation is required.  As a reader of Frugal in Fort Worth, you are officially invited (Go here)!

2.  Check out the weekly hotel deals. Once you’re a member, there are always deals available on SniqueAway, with 3-5 new sales added Mondays at 1PM CST.

  • Members are notified via email of each week’s hotel deals, with offers on a first come, first serve basis, lasting up to seven days or until sold out. Members can preview future hotel deals seven days in advance and can set up a reminder for alerts when sales start.
  • After members receive and accept the invitation, they can check out photos and property overviews of the hotel offers. Inside every SniqueAway Escape there are TripAdvisor reviews, hotel amenities, room details—even local hot spots and location maps.
  • All hotels featured on SniqueAway have earned at least a four-star rating classification and four out of five review ratings on TripAdvisor.

3. Select and book your room.  Enter room type, check-in/check-out dates and click “Select.” Enter traveler information and any special requests for the hotel. From the time dates are selected, members have 15 minutes to click “Book it!” or the room(s) will be returned to inventory. All taxes and fees are included unless otherwise noted in the policies.

4.  Confirm, pack your toothbrush, and enjoy!  Upon booking, members receive a confirmation email from SniqueAway. All guests need at check-in is the hotel confirmation number and a credit card for any hotel purchase not included within the SniqueAway escape.

Sign up & join here (FREE)!

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SNEAK PREVIEW: Sharon Young & Ladies Brand Designer Clothes Warehouse Sale ~ REMINDER, STARTS THIS THURSDAY (February 10th)!

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Yeah! The next Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale starts Thursday!
A few weeks ago, I mentioned the upcoming Sharon Young Winter Designer Clothes Sale that starts this week (go here to read) and runs February 10th-12th. I had the opportunity to make a preview visit and tour the sale and can tell you that once again, it is well worth the drive to Dallas (and yes, I went home with some beautiful bargains of my own!!).

While on my tour, I shot some video so you could see a taste of the  beautiful styles and amazing selection offered. The video is just a few  minutes long and hopefully gives you a good idea of the goodies in store at the sale. Note, if the video doesn’t show up below, click here.

 

The Sharon Young designer manufacturer’s warehouse sale
offers a HUGE selection of beautiful ladies’ clothes!
The clothes are gorgeous top designer quality and the sizes, styles and collections span a huge variety. There are LOTS of bargains to choose from with over 14,000 pieces, 50 to 75% OFF (ranging in price from $20 to $60) ~ collections you’ll only find at higher end ladies boutiques and department stores!

  • Faux Fur & Leather Jackets ~ $60
  • Other Jacket Styles ~ $50
  • Pants, Skirts, Blouses, & Sweaters ~ $30
  • Sleeveless Tops ~ $20

Take a peek at the company websites to get a glimpse of some of
the merchandise you will find:



Details, details
What: The Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale will
    feature clothing brands: Sharon Young, A La Carte, Multiples,
    and City Girl. You will find everything to complete an outfit including
    tops, skirts, pants, and jackets. Sizes will include Ladies & Petites 2-18
    and Womens Plus 14W-24W. They also have new Facebook (here) and
    Twitter (@LadiesDsgnrSale) pages where you can learn more.
When: February 10-12, 2011: Thursday and Friday – 8:00AM to 8:00PM
    Saturday – 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: 10367 Brockwood Rd ~ Dallas. For those who have attended
    before, you’ll park in the same place, but this much larger location is
    across the parking lot from the original location. Once you get to the
    parking lot, there will be signs and people to help you find your way.
Do note: There is a large dressing area provided for trying on all your
    finds. However, this is a women only event ~ so husbands, guy-friends
    and kiddos
under 12, please stay comfortable at home.

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REMINDER: 50% OFF Barnes & Noble Groupon Ends TODAY!

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In case you missed it, Groupon is running a really great 50% OFF at
Barnes & Noble Bookstores
 offer that ends today. When you buy
the $10 Groupon, you will get a $20 Barnes & Noble gift certificate
valid in-store or online and usable on just about anything, including sale
items and ebooks. Use the certificate anytime at Barnes & Noble, through
April 10, 2011.  Go here for more info.


:: How To Save Even More ::
 

Members of eBates  (free to sign up) can also get a
3% Cash back rebate when you buy a Groupon online.
AND, if you plan to use the Barnes & Noble Groupon
online, you can get back another 4% of your total
Barnes &Noble  purchase.

Sign up for eBates here (it’s FREE).

Just be sure to link to Groupon or Barnes and
Noble through ebates before making your purchase! 

 

FREE $2 Music MP3 Credit on Amazon (Valid Now Through Valentines Day)

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Through February 14, get a $2 credit
towards any Amazon MP3s
with discount promo code VDAYMP3S
In most instances this will get you 2 FREE songs. Go here to redeem.

Share the love with a note about this discount on Facebook or Twitter.

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P.F. Chang’s: 20% OFF Takeout On Sunday

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Love this…

P.F. Chang’s is offering a fantastic Super Bowl Sunday deal this year.
Place an online to-go order, and you will get 20% OFF when you use either
coupon code STEELERS or PACKERS!  You can place your order at any
time, but the actual to-go order pick up must be on Sunday, February 6th.

As an extra bonus: if the team you enter for the coupon code wins, 
P.F. Chang’s will send you another savings offer via email next week! 

Learn more details here.

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25% OFF Gap and Banana Republic Purchases

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In honor of the Super Bowl making its way to North Texas, The Gap and Banana Republic in Southlake Town Square are offering 25% OFF your regular priced purchases this weekend.   If you normally shop at another store location, call to find out if they will match this offer.

Print The Gap Coupon you’ll find here and The Banana Republic Coupon you’ll find here.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Feb 4-6) ~ FREE Super Bowl Events, FW Stock Show & Rodeo (Last Weekend), FREE Museums & More!

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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family.
Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).

For those willing to brave the ice and snow, this weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE Super Bowl Tail Gate Event in Southlake
  • FREE NFL Star Appearances & Autographs in
  • FREE Superbowl Events at Sundance Square ~
    ESPN Live Broadcasts, Coke Reality Tour and More
  • FREE & Discounted Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
  • FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
  • 

 ::  Southlake Super Bowl Tailgate Event
    Saturday, February 5

The City Of Southlake is hosting a fun family-friendly tailgating party
featuring The American Idol experience, live music, special guest
appearances by hosts from Sports Radio 1310 The Ticket, games,
and lots more.

Details, details
What: Learn more about the Southlake Tailgate event, here.  
When: Saturday, February 5, 2011 ~ Starts at 2:00PM
Where: Southlake Town Center.  See the event map here.
Cost: FREE

::

::  NFL Hall of Fame Autograph Sessions at Sundance Square
    Friday and Saturday, February 4-5

               

 Join the crowds during Super Week at the Coke Zero Exhibit on the
Gateway Parking Lot in Sundance Square.  Come meet NFL Hall of Fame
players and get an autograph for FREE!   Appearing Friday is former
American Football fullback for the Green Bay Packers, William
Henderson
(5 p.m.), Saturday Legendary Dallas Cowboys Mel Renfro 
and former Pittsburg Steelers defensive end, L.C. Greenwood (3 p.m.). 

Details, details
What: Learn more about the NFL Hall of Fame Autograph Sessions, here.  
When: Friday and Saturday, February 4-5, 2011 (see times above)
Where: Sundance Square, Coke Zero Exhibit at The Gateway Parking Lot
    ~ bordered by 4th Street, 5th Street, Houston Street and Throckmorton. 
Cost: FREE

::

::  More NFL Star Appearances & Autograph Sessions in Grapevine
    Friday and Saturday, February 4-5

                    

If you want to get an in-person glimpse at some NFL Legends and stars, 
pop by the Gameday Connexion store at Grapevine Mills Mall, located
in Neighborhood 1, near Sun & Ski Sports on February 4th and 5th. 
Here is the current appearance/autograph schedule:

  • Eric Dickerson (Friday, February 4, starts at 7:00 p.m.)
  • Joe Greene (Friday, February 4, starts at 7:00 p.m.)
  • Emmitt Smith (Saturday, February 5, starts at Noon)
  • Ndamukong Suh (Saturday, February 5, starts at 2:00 p.m.)
  • Colt McCoy (Saturday, February 5, starts at 4:30 p.m.)

Details, details
What: Learn more about the Autograph Sessions in Grapevine, here.
When: Friday and Saturday, February 4-5, 2011 (see schedule above)
Where: Gameday Connexion store at Grapevine Mills Mall, located
    in Neighborhood 1, near Sun & Ski Sports. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy
Cost: Visiting the event is FREE, but autographs are not cheap
    (range between ranges from $20 – $279)

::

:: ESPN Live Broadcasts!
    Now through February 6

   

Football fans across the world tuning in for ESPN’s coverage of Super Bowl
week in February will get a huge taste of downtown Fort Worth and historic
Sundance Square.  The network has chosen our popular entertainment and
shopping district as its production headquarters for coverage of Super
Bowl XLV at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington.  See it all live for yourself when you visit Sundance Square this weekend!

Details, details
What:  Learn more about the ESPN live broadcast event, here. 
When: Now through Sunday, February 6, 2011. See the live broadcast
    schedule, here.
Where: Chisholm Trail Parking Lot in Sundance Square. 
Cost: FREE

::

:: FREE Coke Zero Reality Tour
    Now through Saturday, February 05, 2011

              

Experience Coke Zero’s Reality Event during Super Bowl Week in
Sundance Square!  Here’s a sneak-peek at what you’ll find:

  • Sampling bar
  • Video gaming area
  • Ipad and desktop social media stations
  • A lounge area with tables and chairs
  • Premiums and giveaways

Details, details
What:  Learn more about the Coke Zero Reality Tour event, here.
When: Now through Saturday, February 5, 2011.
Where: Gateway Parking Lot in Sundance Square. The Gateway Lot is
    bordered by Houston St, 4th St, 5th St and Throckmorton. 
Cost: FREE

:: 

:: Last Weekend for the 2011 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo!
    Now through February 5, 2011

Kick up your heels and enjoy acres of excitement and western
heritage at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Events include
rodeo action (extra ticket required), free musical entertainment, petting
zoo, family friendly exhibits, premier livestock shows, and more.

There are lots of special activities to enjoy and the schedule of events is
fresh each day. And, if you plan ahead you can attend for 50% OFF or
even FREE (go here to learn how)!

If you haven’t been yet, this is the last weekend!  Help make this a
record breaking year as they are about to pass the mark of a million visitors.

Details, details
What:
The 2011 Stock Show and Rodeo schedule of events changes daily.
    • To get the schedule of daily events, click here.
    • For the schedule of special activities, click here.
    • To see the musical entertainment schedule, click here.
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: 3400 Burnett-Tandy Dr. Go here for driving directions.
How: A Special Park & Ride shuttle will be available Saturdays and
    Sundays during the Stock Show. It will take you directly to the front
    gate, pick you up, and return you to your vehicle parking lot for only
    $1.00 each way. To find out more, click here.
Cost:
For opportunities to attend the Stock Show for
FREE or Half Price,
    click here. Otherwise, General Admission is:
    Adults ~$10, Children 6 – 16 ~ $5, Children 5 & Under ~ FREE

::

:: FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
    Now through February 5, 2011

        

New this year with your Stock Show grounds admission ticket: get FREE
admission
until February 5th to The Fort Worth Museum of Science and
History, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame or the Cattle
Raisers Museum. For adults, that’s a savings of $24 if you visit all 3!

Details, details
What: Learn more about the new “Moo-seum” program, here.
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: Learn about the Fort Worth Museum of Science, here.
    Go here
to learn about the Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
    and click here to get info about the Cattle Raisers Museum.
Cost: FREE, with Stock Show & Rodeo Ticket Stub.

  

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FRUGAL ALERT: 50% OFF At Barnes & Noble!

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Terrific HALF OFF Groupon for Barnes & Noble!

Groupon has launched a savings offer of 50% OFF at Barnes & Noble
Stores
.
When you buy today’s $10 Groupon, you will get a $20
Barnes & Noble gift
certificate valid in-store or online and usable on
just about anything, including sale items and ebooks.

Use the certificate anytime at Barnes & Noble, through April 10, 2011.

There is a limited quantity of these gift certificates available, so you might not want to wait if you plan to take advantage of this.

How to get the Offer:

  1. Go here to sign upfor today’s Barnes & Noble deal.
  2. Select Fort Worth as Your Groupon City.
    You can use this Groupon at any U.S. Barnes & Noble location
    (as well as online).
  3.  Buy your Groupon before Monday.
    You do have until February 7th to get your Groupon, but since
    there  is a limited quantity of these certificates  available, I would
    recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.

 :: Extra savings tip ::

Members of eBates  can also get a 3% Cash back rebate on this (or any) Groupon offer. AND, if you plan to use the Barnes & Noble Groupon online, you can get back another 4% of your total B&N purchase. Just be sure to link to Groupon or Barnes and Noble through ebates before making your purchase!

 

  

New to Groupon? You are in for a treat!

A few months ago, Groupon launched its Fort Worth site (AND we
did the happy dance at Frugal in Fort Worth!). If you are not familiar with
Groupon, definitely take a moment to check them out.

Groupon offers a daily deal on local goods, services and cultural events
across the country. I’ve seen their local offers include everything from
50% Off Cowboys Stadium Tour, 50% Off Nordstrom Rack to 75% Off
window cleaning ~ and seemingly everything in between!  I’ve even bought
Groupon deals in other cities as a way to save on restaurant dining and
entertainment when we travel.

Here’s how it works:

1. Each day Groupon features a great deal at an unbeatable price.

2. You have to sign up for the offer that day, and only get the deal
if the minimum number of people join that day (so pass this along
to your friends)!

3. Check back the next day to discover the next Groupon offer (or sign up for their emails to have them delivered to your inbox)!

Taking advantage of this deal supports Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Get 40% OFF Cirque du Soleil’s OVO Tickets: Frisco/Dallas Performances, February 2011

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For a limited time, get Cirque du Soleil’s 40% OFF Valentine’s
special, good on select OVO performances in February!  

As a friend of Frugal in Fort Worth, you can receive 40% OFF  the price
of adults’ and kids’ tickets when you purchase online before February 16th.  

                        

Click here to receive this very special offer for Frisco performances ~ no additional promo code or coupon is needed.

Insider’s Tip: You won’t want to delay in selecting your desired
performance date, as availability is limited for promotion tickets.

Details, details
What: Find out more about Cirque du Soleil’s OVO performance, here.
How:
Go here to order your tickets from Cirque du Soleil online and
    receive your 40% OFF discount for adults’ and children’s tickets.
    Select your preferred date and number of tickets needed. The discounted
    cost will be applied to each of your tickets and will be calculated for you
    automatically. No promotional code or coupon is needed.
When: DFW area OVO performances run now until February 27, 2011.
    Find the list of available dates and times here.  To take advantage of the
    40%  OFF offer, you will need to buy your tickets online before February 16.
Where: OVO’s Dallas/Fort Worth performance will take place under the
    blue-and-yellow Grand Chapiteau (Big Top) at the Dr. Pepper Arena in
    Frisco. Go here for driving and parking directions.
 Cost: The cost of tickets varies by seating section and children’s tickets
    receive an even greater discount. Use this link to get the special
    Frugal in Fort Worth 40% OFF reader discount.

 

New to Cirque du Soleil? You are in for an amazing treat!
Cirque du Soleil’s OVO is a fun event for the whole family. There will be
amazing acts of juggling, trapeze, tight-rope walk, and other jaw-dropping
displays of sheer agility – all choreographed in a non-stop, breath-taking
production. This unique circus is described as “a headlong rush into a
colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter,
and play, in a non-stop riot of energy and movement.”

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3 FREE Gooseberry Patch Cookbooks ~ Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes & More!

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There are 3 Gooseberry Patch cookbooks available for FREE download through Amazon Kindle. Even if you do not have a Kindle, you can still download these cookbooks and read them on your PC, iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Blackberry and other devices (learn more below).

The FREE Gooseberry Patch cookbooks include:

There are lots of other FREE books available anytime for download,  including a lot of great classics (go here).

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Don’t Have a Kindle?
No worries.  You likely already have a device to read Kindle ebooks in your home.  All you need to do is download one of the following FREE applications for your PC, Mac, Blackberry, iPhone/iPad/iTouch, Android, or Windows Phone.

*FREE Kindle for PC
Download a FREE application
to read Kindle books on your PC.

*FREE Kindle Blackberry App 
Get Amazon’s free Blackberry application to read Kindle books. Download yours for FREE here.

*Free Kindle for iPhone/iPad/iTouch
This is the app I use to read my FREE books.  Download, here to be able to read Kindle books on your iPhone, iPad, or iTouch.

Find more Kindle apps for Mac, Android, and Windows Phone 7, here.

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FREEBIE ALERT: Get a FREE Meal at Panda Express Thursday (Feb. 3rd) ~ Lunch or Dinner!

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Hi frugal friends! We have another terrific dining freebie to
pass along for you to use on Thursday…

 
If you pop by Panda Express Thursday, February 3rd, you
can try their Firecracker Chicken Breast entrée for FREE! No
purchase is necessary, but do note that this is a single serving
(no sides, etc. are included).

Details, details
What: This is a no strings attached offer. You’ll just need to print
    out the coupon you’ll find here and present it to the cashier.
    Click here for
more info about Panda Express.
When: The free entrée offer is available all day Thursday,
    February 3, 2011, during regular store hours and
    while supplies last.
Where: All participating Panda Express locations. Find one
    near you here.

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FREE Homemade Soup at Corner Bakery Cafe

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One of our favorite eateries, Corner Bakery Cafe, is offering a FREE cup of homemade soup with the purchase of any sandwich or salad (Expires February 20, 2011). With the winter wonderland all around this week, this sounds perfect!

For the coupon, click here.

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10 Easy Strategies to Help Save a Bundle on Prescriptions at Your Local Pharmacy

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10 easy ways to decrease your prescription expenses.
Good news for consumers! Pharmacies and drug manufacturers are competing hard for our prescription business by offering special savings incentives for choosing them. These incentives take many forms, ranging from pharmacy coupons for store gift cards to drug manufacturer coupons and rebates. The savings can add up fast since many of these coupons and rebates can be used together.

Let’s take a closer look at these incentives and strategies to save on your next pharmacy bill:

  1. Find out from your doctor if there is a generic option for your medication. With many pharmacies offering $4 generic prescriptions, this option can often save you a bundle and provide a lower insurance co-pay too.
  2. For non-generics, ask your doctor for available coupons or rebates from the manufacturer. Frequently, pharmaceutical reps provide coupons, instant rebates, and other savings promotions for doctors to pass along to their patients.
  3. Shop around. Like every other shopping experience, it pays to shop around on your medications. The more expensive the prescription, the more important it is to compare prices to save money. This is particularly true, if you have high co-pays or deductibles on your insurance. Take a moment to call several stores before choosing a pharmacy, and be sure to include warehouse clubs like Costco and Sams on your call list, as they often have the lowest prices.
  4. Look for pharmacy coupons online before choosing where to fill your prescription. With a simple Google or Bing search you can easily find what coupons are available for local pharmacies ( i.e. Search: CVS Transfer Prescription Coupon January 2011 to find current coupons).
  5. Scan your newspaper circulars for prescription coupons. Kroger, Target, CVS, Albertsons, and Walgreens, to name but a few, have all jumped on the prescription coupon band wagon and almost monthly run a coupon in their circulars (some can even be found online). Most often these pharmacies offer a store gift certificate usable anywhere in the store. Call your pharmacist to find out if they have a current coupon or promotion.  Often then will have extras on hand if you ask for them. 
  6. Make it a habit to read your store receipts from the check-out. Pharmacy savings rewards and coupons are often provided to loyal store customers along with the receipt. I have often received such “bounce-back” pharmacy coupons with my grocery receipts at Target and know that other stores like CVS, Walgreens, and Kroger do this as well.
  7. Ask your store’s pharmacist what offers are currently available for new or transferred prescriptions. You might be well rewarded. I have often found that CVS and Walgreens have an ongoing, unpublicized offer for a FREE $25 gift certificate for transferred prescriptions.
  8. Switch pharmacies. Some of the best savings coupons are for transferred prescriptions, making it literally pay to change pharmacies. However, you will want to evaluate the practicality and benefits of this. If you prefer to stick with one pharmacy, keep in mind that many pharmacies will take competitor coupons or match a competitor’s offer. Always ask.
  9. Look online for coupons or rebates from the manufacturer. Visit the pharmaceutical company’s official website and search for savings incentives. The more competition a prescription has from other manufacturers or the newer the drug, the more likely you will find a rebate or coupon. Fellow bloggers, “Grocery Coupon Guide” and “Reduce Prescription Costs” have a long list of direct links to drug companies that offer discounts ~ a good starting point to find extra savings.
  10. Try before you buy. Coupons for free trial vouchers or free samples for new customers are available for many medications direct from the manufacturer. You will need a doctor’s written prescription, however, to send with the coupon or voucher. 

Be sure to look at all your options for maximizing your savings on medications. Combining store pharmacy offers with any available manufacturers’ incentives typically provides the greatest returns.

Important Note: These strategies are easy, but since they do need a little planning and time, we assume that your prescription is not for an emergency. If your medical professional has indicated you need immediate medical attention or medications, please do so, according to their instructions and advice. The material found on this page is for informational purposes only and none of it should be considered medical advice in any way. Please consult your physician with any medical questions.

If you have any other ideas on how you have saved money on prescriptions (or have links to related coupons & rebates), please post a comment, as we would love to hear about it!

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Why are they doing this? American Airlines is in a battle with several
online travel services
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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (January 28-30) ~ FW Stock Show, FREE Museum Admission, FREE Classical Music Concert and More

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Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE & Discounted Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
  • FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
  • FREE Early Music Baroque Concert at UNT
  • FREE Public Arts Show in Keller, Featuring the
    Photography of Josh Trefethen
     

:: Take in some traditional Western fun at the legendary
    2011 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
    Now through February 5, 2011

 

Kick up your heels and enjoy acres of excitement and western
heritage at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Events include
rodeo action (extra ticket required), free musical entertainment, petting zoo, family friendly exhibits, premier livestock shows, and more.

There are lots of special activities to enjoy and the schedule of events is
fresh each day. And, if you plan ahead you can attend for 50% OFF or
even FREE (go here to learn how)!

Details, details
What:
The 2011 Stock Show and Rodeo schedule of events changes daily.
    • To get the schedule of daily events, click here.
    • For the schedule of special activities, click here.
    • To see the musical entertainment schedule, click here.
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: 3400 Burnett-Tandy Dr. Go here for driving directions.
How: A Special Park & Ride shuttle will be available Saturdays and
    Sundays during the Stock Show. It will take you directly to the front
    gate, pick you up, and return you to your vehicle parking lot for only
    $1.00 each way. To find out more, click here.
Cost:
For opportunities to attend the Stock Show for
FREE or Half Price,
     click here. Otherwise, General Admission is:
    Adults ~$10, Children 6 – 16 ~ $5, Children 5 & Under ~ FREE

::

:: FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
Now through February 5, 2011

          

New this year with your Stock Show grounds admission ticket: get FREE
admission
until February 5th to The Fort Worth Museum of Science and
History, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame or the Cattle
Raisers Museum. For adults, that’s a savings of $24 if you visit all 3!

Details, details
What: Learn more about the new “Moo-seum” program, here.  
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: Learn about the Fort Worth Museum of Science, here.
    Go here
to learn about the Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
    and click here to get info about the Cattle Raisers Museum.
Cost: FREE, with Stock Show & Rodeo Ticket Stub.  

::

:: FREE Early Music Classical Concert at  University of North Texas
   
Sunday, January 30, 2011

Take advantage of top-notch musical offerings from the University of
North Texas Music School, one of the nation’s finest comprehensive music
schools.  This weekend, they will feature an Early Classical Music concert
highlighting Baroque Music from Eastern Europe and performed by the
school’s faculty and other emerging talent.

Details, details
What: UNT Early Music faculty concert. For more information, go here.
When: Sunday, January 30, 2011 ~ 8:00PM
Where: UNT, College of Music Building, Voertman Hall. 
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

::

:: Keller Public Arts Show ~ The Photography of Josh Trefethen
    Now through January 31, 2011

                          

The City of Keller Public Arts Program presents Josh Trefethen, World
Photographer as the featured artist for the free gallery show at Keller
Town Hall. Josh grew up in the Pacific Northwest, where he gained a love
for the outdoors. This appreciation shines in his photographs of the Olympic
coast, American Southwest, as well as the vast landscapes and culture of
Europe. He has been awarded “Best in Show” for several juried
fine-art shows. 

Details, details
What: Learn more about the public arts show, here. Visit Josh Trefethen’s
     website at joshtrefethen.com to learn more about his work.
When: The exhibit is open Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM
    through January 31, 2011.
Where:  The gallery at Keller Town Hall ~ 1100 Bear Creek Pkwy.  Find
    a map of other public art works on display throughout Keller, here.
Cost: FREE

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