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The Art of Budget-Friendly Vacation Planning: Saving While Travelling
Travel is a pleasure that never diminishes. The thrill of exploring new cultures, savouring unique flavours, and immersing oneself in diverse experiences is incomparable. However, the often-considerable expense of travel can make it seem like an unreachable luxury. Yet, with strategic planning and savvy decision-making, a fabulous and affordable holiday is within your reach. Here, we unravel the art of budget-friendly vacation planning and how you can save whilst travelling. Understanding The Budget-Friendly Travel Mindset Before we delve into the nuts and bolts of budgeting, let’s first establish the right mindset. Cheap travel doesn’t have to mean skimping on experiences or settling for less. It’s about optimising your resources to…
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Sponge discount code: save 20% on cakes delivered by post
I am a huge fan of letterbox anything – that is to say anything that can be delivered through the letterbox, meaning that you don’t have to open the door to a delivery driver or risk not being in to receive the parcel. In the past I have received letterbox cocktails, letterbox pick and mix, letterbox contact lenses and even letterbox flowers. Great news: letterbox cakes are now available and I have tried them and can vouch for the fact that they are moist and delicious! And what’s more, I have a Sponge discount code for you to use which makes it even better value. Save 20% off your first…
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My reasons for ordering a Tentbox Lite XL vs a ground tent
As a lover of travel, but without the budget for expensive trips, I have been considering buying a tent for literally years now. I love the idea of loading up the car and setting off somewhere for a night or two. I got so close to buying a ground tent a couple of years back – I made a special trip to one of the largest tent showrooms in the country, determined to finally buy a tent and get started on spontaneous adventures. However, the day of my visit it was torrential wind and rain – I’m talking monsoon weather. The tents on display were simultaneously threatening to a) fly…
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Adopting A New Dog: What You Need To Know
If you’re thinking of adopting your own dog, then take a look at the following post. We’ve listed some of the basics of helping to make sure you choose the right dog for you and that they settle in well in their new home. Finding The Right Dog For You Choosing the right kind of dog for you and your family is one of the most important aspects when adopting a dog. Whether you’re getting a puppy or a grown dog, you need to make sure they have the right temperament to be around you and your children. Make sure your new dog doesn’t have a history of aggression, and…
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Incontinence Poverty: World Continence Week 20th – 26th June
You will no doubt have heard the term “period poverty” many times before, it being the issue of the lack of access to sanitary products due to financial constraints. It has come to the forefront of media attention in recent times due to the cost of living crisis – inflation is currently nearly 9% and very few people in employment have had salary increases to match this enormous rise in the cost of living. I have recently been made aware of another issue affecting many people, one that hasn’t received as much attention in the press, which I would like to help raise awareness of: incontinence poverty. What is incontinence…
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Bold and Beautiful: Statement Curtain Ideas for Every Room
Minimalism was definitely a vogue concept in the overall design world for quite a while. However, people have started to switch back to the idea that style needs a certain boldness in order to achieve beauty and individual character. This principle applies to curtains as well – if you’re hoping to make a bold statement in each of the rooms in your home, here are some of our statement curtain ideas that we think are absolutely in at the moment. Living room For the living room, you can go big. Think floor-to-ceiling length, in a bold colour that can’t help but catch the eye. Depending on the rest of your…
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Unexpected Wealth: How to Make the Most of a Windfall
Imagine waking up one day to find out that you have inherited a large sum of money, won the lottery, or received a significant bonus at work. Suddenly, you find yourself with an unexpected wealth that you never thought possible. While this may seem like a dream come true, it can also be overwhelming and lead to poor financial decisions. That’s why it’s essential to know how to make the most of a windfall and ensure that it lasts for the long term. In this article, we will explore some practical tips that can help you manage your unexpected wealth wisely. From creating a financial plan to investing in your…
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Therapie Clinic Discount Code: Get £50 off your first treatment
Looking for a Therapie Clinic discount code? Click here to get £50 free credit when you spend £225 or more on a treatment or a course of treatments (offer valid for new customers only, full terms and conditions can be found here). You may know Therapie Clinic for their laser hair removal services but did you know they also offer the following: Facials Microneedling Anti-wrinkle treatments Fillers Body contouring treatments Although their prices are very reasonable, I’m so pleased to be able to offer new customers a Therapie Clinic discount code in the form of £50 free credit when they sign up using this link and book a treatment (or…
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Spring Giveaway: Win an Amazon Voucher
Spring is finally in the air, after what seems like the longest Winter ever. I can’t believe that it’s been over a year since I last hosted a competition on my blog, so I thought it was about time I got involved in another one. My blog is all about helping people with their finances, which is why I am really excited about the prize on offer. It’s a great prize in that the retailer in question sells pretty much everything, from groceries to appliances. I really think the lucky winner will be over the moon and the prize is sure to make a big difference in their life. If…
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Gifts for Beach Lovers
Who doesn’t love the beach? I’m not sure I’ve ever met anyone who can resist the allure of warm sand between their toes and the sound of the waves lapping the sand. There is something very soul soothing about being on the beach. Perhaps there is a particular beach lover in your life with a special occasion coming up? If so, I have compiled a list of gifts for beach lovers below – hope it is helpful! Personalised Beach Towel Buy here: US / UK I am a huge fan of anything personalised and would absolutely love to receive a beach towel with my name on it. There are lots…