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Learn How Being an Alamo Insider Gives You Big Savings

Join Alamo Insiders for free and save 10% or more!

Summer vacations are just around the corner, and Alamo is offering exclusive deals when you sign up to be an Alamo Insider! Join free today and from now on the best deals come to you. Plus, you can bank on special privileges like a 10% or more member discount on every rental, and self-service kiosks that get you on the road to vacation faster than ever. Whether your next escape is one week or months away, Alamo’s got exclusive deals for you.

Save more on car rentals to spend more on fun. Join Alamo Insiders for free and save 10% or more on every car rental!

So sign up as an Alamo Insider today to save big on summer travel plans – then use those extra bucks to have more fun with your family. We love Alamo – and this Insiders program is one of my best secrets for saving on vacation car rentals. Love it.

What are YOUR best summer travel savings tips?

Posted by Meagan Paullin on June 8, 2012 Filed Under: Deals and Coupon Codes | No Comments

10 Ways to Save Big on Summer Shopping Online Today

Today’s Sweetest Online Shopping Savings

The mall can be fun, but it’s also crowded and busy… So save time, and shop online from home in your PJ pants, and save big bucks with today’s best online coupon codes! Much easier than a trip to the mall, waiting in line, and spending a ton of energy trying to resist that Cinnabon booth, lol.

Vera Bradley: Get some gorgeous accessories at BIG savings: Vera Bradley – 20% off – Sale Items using the code JUNE20 . (see all Vera Bradley coupons).
Loehmann’s: Need new summer swimwear? Well then you are in luck – big savings today! Loehmann’s – 20% off & free shipping – Swimwear using the code 20SWIM612 . (see all Loehmann’s coupons).
Motherhood Maternity: If you are a momma-to-be, or have baby showers coming up soon – this is a great way to stock up and save! Motherhood Maternity – $15 off $75 using the code MHJUNE12 . (see all Motherhood Maternity coupons).
Google Offers: This is a sweet new way to save – be sure to sign up to get local deals as they launch in your area. This one is for big savings on iPhone, iPod, and Mac accessories! Google Offers – Pay $25 for a $50 gift card – Incase . (see all Google Offers coupons).
Overstock: As the seasons change, you’ll find TONS of really great discounts here. Use this code to take a little more right off of the top of those already low prices – Overstock – 7% off . (see all Overstock coupons).
Kohls: One of my fave places to shop online – and there are so many fun summer fashion choices for kids right now. Kohl’s – Free shipping on $50 using the code SHIP50FS . (see all Kohl’s coupons).
Suits: This is an uh-MAY-zing deal, and perfect for Father’s Day shopping… Jos A Bank – Buy a suit & get two addition suits and traveler dress shirts free . (see all Jos A Bank coupons).
Land’s End: This is such a great summertime brand. From the swimsuits to fit “real” moms, to the awesome tote bags, this is one of my must-shop sites this time of year. Lands’ End – 25% off & free shipping – Sale & Clearance Items using the code CCABIN. (see all Lands’ End coupons).
Crafty Ladies: This is a sweet way to save on a bigger ticket item you’ve been wanting to pick up – Joann.com – 50% off – Any Regular Priced Item using the code JQX161 . (see all Joann.com coupons).
Dresses: HUGE savings on summer dresses – perfect for all those fun summer events, like weddings, birthdays, and even backyard BBQ’s. There are some super pretty casual dresses right now. Get ’em cheap – New York & Company – Save 50% on your online order of dresses . (see all New York & Company coupons).

This is going to be a new daily feature here on Sunshine and Sippy Cups – I’ve got a lot of summer shopping to do, so as I find the best coupon codes, deals, and sweet savings, I’ll put ’em together in a daily list to share with you lovely ladies too!

What are YOUR favorite sites to shop at online? Leave me some comments, so I know which coupons to watch for and share!

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The Best {Affordable!} Summer Fashion Trends

Summer Style Trends

It’s summertime, and the livin’s easy…. And the fashions should be too! And from my “MOM-garita” look to my “Pool Party” style, my favorite summer looks have one thing in common – Old Navy! And, they have some serious summer sales going on right now… all tees and tanks are $4 bucks, flip flops all under $5 bucks, and swimwear starting at just $6 bucks per piece!! Sweet deals, right?

Plus – get a bonus Memorial Day Savings Coupon!

Old Navy – 20% off coupon – Gap, Banana Republic or Old Navy Card using the code ONPLUSUP – Today only!!
(see all Old Navy coupons)

Have fun shopping, and enjoy your holiday!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 28, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping | No Comments

How to Save 80% on Family Travel & Resort Packages

Amazing deal on Mexico Resort Package – My family was didn’t have a lot of extra money when I was growing up, so big vacations were out of the question. While I totally enjoyed our week-long camping trip and family reunion every summer, I never realized how much I was missing until I started traveling as an adult. Seeing new places and faces totally opens up your eyes, and helps you put your life in perspective – There is SUCH a big world out there! So, while our family budget it pretty tight too, I do make a big priority to find affordable ways to travel. And this amazing trip that I found today is just too good to pass up – and I am super excited to share it with you too….

$279 for 4 nights to Los Cabos Golf Resort and so much more! ($1570.00 value)

How amazing is this, right? For a little more than the cost of a Kindle Fire, your family can spend 4 nights at the Los Cabos Gold Resort, get a $100 credit good towards food and drinks during your stay, and 50% ALL rounds of gold while you’re there. I thought, “No way, there must be a catch….” But I read the fine print for you, and there is no catch. Here are a few details:

You’re only allowed to purchase up to 7 vouchers, but they can ALL be used consecutively. You may also purchase up to 7 vouchers as gifts.
May redeem beginning 5/29/12, and must be used by the end of this year – and since this is such an extreme discount, the package deal cannot be combined with any other resort offers or coupons.
14% room tax is not included and will be collected upon booking, but this is pretty common at big resorts like this one.
Offer is for a 1 bedroom villa which sleeps 4 people. If you have a bigger family, upgrades are available as follows: 2 bedroom (sleeps 6) for 4 nights, $100 plus tax total. 3 bedrooms (sleeps 10) for 4 nights $279 plus tax total. That is a seriously amazing deal on upgrades.

See? No catch. And, this deal is offered through a company that I have shopped with many times – Sharing Spree. What makes this awesome deal even BETTER? Every purchase of this Mexican Resort Package Deal means another donation to Friends of the Children, in King County, Washington. “Friends of the Children is a pioneer mentoring program based on the principle that the most vulnerable children can become healthy, productive adults with a consistent, caring adult in their lives.”

What are you waiting for? The sunshine and the beaches are calling you….

Ready to get this awesome deal for your family? Visit Sharing Spree today, and take a minute to enter your info if you haven’t visited before. {You will NOT get any spammy stuff from them. And you can even choose how often for them to update you on new daily deals. Your info is safe with them, for sure.} Then check out Today’s Deals in Seattle to find this Los Cabos Golf resort deal – but hurry! These types of deals only have a limited amount of inventory, since they’re so low priced. They DO often sell out.

Find this Mexican Resort Package deal and more on Sharing Spree today!

See you on the Beach!!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 26, 2012 Filed Under: Deals and Coupon Codes, Travel | No Comments

Rock Star Hoodies that Transform into Animated Animals

Mouth Man, The Original in Animated Apparel – Have you seen Mouth Man hoodies yet? These are seriously the funniest idea, and I’m surprised that more brands haven’t done something like this. Mouth Man hoodies call themselves “Animated Apparel” because when you place your arms together in the right position, you turn a plain printed shirt into a ton of fun. Seriously.

Mouth Man was Founded by Ross Valory – Founder of the rock band Journey

How awesome is this, right? Here’s something else awesome – “Mouth Man hoodies are patented, custom designed, and printed in full color with sharp detailed graphics. Printed with eco-friendly inks on recycled fabric, 100% Polyester Sport Fabric.” Love that they take the care to use materials that are safer and better for the environment. {The fabric is actually made from plastic bottles. I would NEVER have been able to tell that!} Here are a few other reasons why these hoodies rock:

Rock Star Designed: Invented by rock band Journey founding members Ross Valory and Prairie Prince. Watch the Youtube video here to see the story for Valory’s inspiration.
Fabric is UPF 50: These hoodies are super lightweight, and it’s a moisture-wicking type of fabric. This makes it a great option for a cover-up by the pool, or for outdoor athletes. {What is UPF? It’s similar to how SPF measures the protection factor for sunscreen, but UPF measures it for fabrics. And 50 is the best you can get.}
Made in the USA: You don’t see that very often anymore, right? These hoodies are created in two California locations, and include Ross’ in-factory recording studio—you never know when the mood to jam may strike you! Cool place to work….

Sounds just about as awesome as you can get, I know. Made by a rock star, right here in the USA, from recycled materials, with safety and durability built right in. And – they look cool too. Want to see it in action? Here’s a clip {it’s just a few seconds long – I accidentally deleted the longer one, and my nephew left the hoodie at his moms….} but you can get a quick idea of why these shirts are so entertaining…

“There are no seven wonders of the world in the eyes of a child. There are seven million.” – Walt Streightiff

Can you tell that he looooooves this thing? The minute he put it on he figured out what it was all about, and started chasing everyone around rawr-ing. He loved it so much, that when it was time for him to go see his mom, he INSISTED that he wear it and show her – {even though I wanted more pics? Auntie Blogger here is never done taking pics! Lol.} And he’s been wearing it non-stop ever since. If you have a kiddo in your life – you have GOT to get one of these too. They will love you for it.

“What is a home without children? Quiet.” – Henny Youngman

There are so many other designs to choose from – T-Rex, Sock Monkey, Cobra, Frog, Tiger, Dragon… But one of my favorites for summer has got to be this Shark style hoodie. How fun would this be out by the pool? I can see the kids having a TON of fun with this one – and will have to get both of the boys one of these asap. What’s also super cool is that you can get Mouth Man hoodies in sizes for the whole family – they start at a 2T for little ones, a full range of kids sizes, and adult hoodies for men or women up to a 2XL.

Want a Mouth Man Hoodie Too?

You can find all of their awesome styles on their website – MouthMan.com . You can also check them out on Amazon too, if you’re the type who racks up a lot of free Amazon Gift Cards like I do. You can see this style – Kids Raptor Hooded Shirt, or scroll through all of the other styles on the page too, to find your fave. These are sure to be a hit – and make awesome gifts for birthdays and holidays!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 25, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping, Deals and Coupon Codes | 75 Comments

Memorial Day Kids Sale Event

OpenSky has a pretty amazing sale event going on this weekend – a huge shop filled with unique designer goods for babies and kiddos – all at up to 75% off. There are pieces picked by my favorite designers over at Project Nursery, celebs like Joy Behar. {Remember the super cool toddler dining solution she loves that I shared the other day? She has fabulous taste in kids products!}

Shop Memorial Day Kids Sale Event today on OpenSky!

There are a ton of cool picks to choose from – from Mod Diaper bags and printed onesies, to fun things for the home like cool placemats for toddlers and multi-photo frames for memories. Here are a few more of my favorites that you’ll find in the Memorial Day Kids Sale event…

SweetSeat Booster Seat Memorial Day Sale

Seriously – are these the coolest booster seats that you’ve ever seen? All four prints in this Booster Seat by SweetSeat are still available – I had to get that polka dot one for Abby – so cute.

Aden + Anais Boutique Memorial Day Sale

Everyone’s favorite baby blankets – you’ll find this set from Aden + Anais Boutique, with Muslin 4-packs – plus a couple of other great products from them too, including an adorable little snuggly sleeper.

Shop Memorial Day Kids Sale Event today on OpenSky!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on May 25, 2012 Filed Under: Shopping | No Comments

Learn the Secret to Shopping Like a Superhero

Be a shopping superhero – Use your superpowers of finding the lowest deals on the coolest local sites and services to help you be a real hero for local non-profits – when you by the amazing daily deals on Sharing Spree, a portion of every purchase – {usually 10-20%} – goes to a local charity, helping people right in your own community. Sharing Spree has made non-profit donations so far totally $311,665. Now how super is that, right?

“Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” – Bo Derek

How does Sharing Spree Work? It’s easy peasy, and you’ll love it! Just follow a few simple steps to set you your free account, browse the seriously awesome deals in your area, and get cool stuff at discounts of up to 90% off.

Get set up. Head over to Sharing Spree today, and fill out a few questions to set up your account. This takes about 2 minutes, seriously.
Get a daily update. Watch for a new email, once a day Monday through Friday, with the newest “Spree” that you can purchase in your own area. Or, if you’re like me and don’t like to wait, just visit the site yourself each morning to see what’s new. {This is a great idea, since the best sprees go fast!}
Shop and Save. You get deals of up to 90% off on local shops, restaurants, spas, and more great places that you love. And the charities you help to support when you shop LOVE the donations that your purchases make!
Get free stuff. I mean, 90% off is pretty dang awesome. But free is even better, am I right? So, when you share your favorite deals with your best girlfriends, you’re rewarded with free credits in your account – meaning you can get things like a spa day for free. Love this.

Ready to get started? Of course you are – how could you pass this up! Head over to the Sharing Spree site today, and start shopping like a superhero today!