★ $110 worth of goodies for $20 – today only!
For $20, this box filled with goodies is a great bargain. You could even just save all the items and use them as stocking stuffers 8 months from now!
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Why airplane food tastes different…and a tip for making it taste better.
So get this – studies have shown that loud background noise (such as the level of noise onboard a plane, for example) suppresses saltiness, sweetness, and overall taste of food.
Amex hates me.
I might be able to blame at least some of this on Frequent Miler. (While that would be very convenient, it would also be unfair and completely ridiculous). It all started when I decided to buy some American Express gift cards at TopCashBack…
Would you want to get a fancy gift from Snoop Dog?
Wow, I have to say that this does look intriguing.
Wednesday giveaway.
Is it cold where you are? Time to get warm! This infinity scarf from Cuyana is made from Peruvian alpaca fleece, which is warmer than wool and lighter than cashmere.
Beware the Uber code.
I’ve noticed a trend with recent Uber bonuses. A new promo code will hit the scene, then within a few hours or days, the code is restricted to a certain area (Orange County, Chicago, etc.). In other words, Uber changes the terms of the code once they realize that the code is being used nationwide (when they probably meant it to be used in one market).
I can’t wait to buy Baby Foot in Japan. No, this is not an April Fool’s joke.
When I am in a foreign country, one of my very favorite things to do is spend some time browsing the aisles of pharmacies and supermarkets – you can find some incredible treasures on the shelves. Today I was amazed to read article after article about a creepy-but-cool Japanese beauty product called Baby Foot.
My worst retention bonus offer ever…until I hung up and called back.
I really drag my feet when it comes to making “retention bonus” calls. I actually always laugh when I am getting ready to do this chore, because I think about those license plate holders that read, “I would rather be…shopping at Nordstrom!” (Remember those? They were so nineties).
The Google Field Trip app is really good – have you tried it yet?
Once you install Field Trip on your phone, it will send you little pop-up cards about interesting locations in the area – right as you pass by! This is great for wandering around in a new city, but it’s also really fun in your own backyard.
★ Huge sale on luxe accessories at Covet + Lou.
Covet + Lou features a pretty highly-curated selected of high-end pieces. Most of the time, these items are WAY out of my price range, but at times like this, the site is very interesting. I’ve found great deals at similar sales – but you have to move quickly!
