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Monday, December 11, 2017

Huge Cash Back deals during the Swagbucks Green Monday Sale!


You can earn money while saving it during Green Monday! The Cashback Shopping site Swagbucks is offering big cash back - 2x or more - at a number of different stores today only. They're also offering big payouts on a varieties of different deals and offers from companies that would make great gift ideas. Get great deals without waiting in lines or even leaving your home! 



If you're not familiar with Swagbucks, they offer cash back in the form of points when you shop. Then you can turn those points into gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Target, or PayPal cash. You can also earn points for discovering deals, watching videos, answering surveys and more!  

Click here to take advantage of the cash back, just create your Swagbucks account when prompted (it takes less than 30 seconds) and then you're all set! 


As a special bonus, if you sign up through me you get a 300 SB ($3) bonus when you earn your first 300 SB before January 1st! This site's a great way to extend your shopping budget, especially around the holidays!

Saturday, December 9, 2017

Review + Giveaway: Phoneloops

Everywhere you go, people are glued to their phones, which might be unsurprising, because they're basically a tiny computer you can carry in your pocket. They contain your whole life really. Now, I'm someone who stashes their phone in their back pocket when I can, but I also like to play games and text on-the-go. You too? Then read on!


How often have you tried to text or check your Instagram or take a selfie and fumbled your phone and dropped it (sometimes directly onto your face, because you are doing these things in bed)? With the increasing size of phones, they can be difficult to hold onto, especially if you have smaller hands. Phoneloops is your answer.


Phoneloops come in two different styles, one that you can use as a wristlet (Petite Loop) and one you can use like a belt (for your hand - Ninja Loop). They are ideal for those that always like to have their phone on hand and are great for those that need to keep a hand free for other things. Case in point: my dog always wants to snuggle with me when I'm trying to play Animal Crossing. I don't need two hands to play, but it's hard to get my person to walk and talk to people if I only have one hand free. 


Phoneloops is helping me to play, give my puppy pets and not be all awkward doing both at the same time. That's not all though. I am able to hold my phone while rummaging in my carry-on for something, while showing my e-ticket, having my ID ready and being able to drag my wheelie bag behind me. 

Are you a runner with no pockets? (because running shorts are woefully lacking) Do you have kids that never stop? Is your dog a bit rambunctious while out on walks? All of these are situations where Phoneloops will be helpful. They are unobtrusive when you aren't using them (so you can still put your phone in your pocket), but so helpful when you need them.  


I've been using my Phoneloop for two weeks and I have not dropped my phone once, plus I've been able to play my games, read my emails, text and watch videos with just one hand. It makes it easier to walk around and use my phone (when I have to. I wouldn't recommend this, because people walking with their nose stuck to their phone makes me want to push them into traffic, if they don't walk out there all on their own when they aren't paying attention to life), ride in the car and play Pokemon (while I'm a passenger), and take down notes with one hand and still keep my phone at an easy reading distance.

Not only that, but Phoneloops are really affordable and they come in fun colors and patterns. I received a handful of them and chose the tropical pattern, because I need a reminder that winter isn't going to last all year...and there are beach destinations on the horizon. It's a fun way to show off your style in a little way. 

Phoneloops are super easy to apply. The strap has 3M adhesive on each end and you press them onto your phone's cover on the inside. It fits through your phone case's holes to keep it in place and help it be more ergonomically-friendly for you. It doesn't harm your phone and it doesn't harm your case, so you can remove it and replace with a new one or change your case when needed.

If you have teenagers who are always dropping their phones, or worse, losing them, you might want to purchase a couple Phoneloops for their Christmas stockings, or a fun Hanukkah gift. This goes for everyone else on your list too, from the Instgram-scroller to your parent who has a shaky hand or a hard time handling small objects. They will love you for your thoughtful gift and your wallet will love you for their affordability. 

More details:
Where can I buy them? Phoneloops website
How much are they? Ninja Loop (shown) and Petite Loop: $5.99 on sale now for $4.99.
What colors do they come in? 
Ninja Loop: Black | Faux | Candy | Tricot | Banana | Stars | Bon Bon | Camo | Chevron | Serge | Maldives | Maze | Polka | Retro | Floral | Bloom | Lys | Pride | Purple | Petale | Charcoal | Anchor | GSD
Petite Loop: Rose | Noir | Zigzag | Picots | Turquoise | Herringbone | Jungle | Parfum | Raspberry | Frost 
Other specs: Your phone must have a case to use Phoneloops, Phoneloops works with the help of 3M adhesive, non-elastic fabric, fits all phone sizes and phone cases, using your case's openings, unobtrusive to phone's camera, charging port and headphone port.


Do you want to win your own Phoneloop? I have four and am giving away two of them! Choose your favorite from the photo above: pink, polka dots, stripes, stars. Comment below with the one you'd like and who on your gift list needs it the most (it's cool if that person is you). I'll randomly choose two winners between blog comments and Facebook comments on December 15th, so it can get to you by Christmas. {Sorry, this is restricted to US and Canada only}

Get to know Phoneloops even more and follow them on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Disclaimer: I was given Phoneloops for the purposes of this review and giveaway, but all opinions are my own.

Fun Travel Tours That You Can Book Today

While you can book a hotel room and spend your entire vacation lounging by the pool or checking out local museums, you can also plan a more exciting trip and sign up for a tour. These tours take travelers to fun and/or exotic destinations that let them engage in activities they never tried before like setting off across the desert on a camel or sampling some of the most delicious food in one city. You can learn more about these tours to see which one is right for you before taking time off work and making your travel plans.

Celebrity Tours

Did you know that you could actually book a tour and travel with your favorite celebrity? New Kids on the Block, the boy band who had a number of hit songs in the 1990s, hosts its own cruise. Guests get to hang out with other fans, attend special events, see the guys play live in concert and even attend events to meet members. Celebrity chef Paula Deen occasionally hosts her own cruise too that features cooking demonstrations and other fun events. 

Desert Treks

If you ever wanted to see the Sahara Desert for yourself, why wait? There are dozens of tours that move across this desert every year. You can book a tour in the middle of summer, to take a break in winter or any other time that you want to travel. Some treks let you sleep outside under the stars or in a comfortable tent, and you'll travel with guides who look out for your safety. Some tours provide travelers with camels that they can ride through the sand too. At cometothesahara.com/tours/morocco-camel-dessert-trek/, you'll find a number of tours departing when you want to travel.

Food Tours

Foodies love checking out hot restaurants and diners that feature some of the top dishes in a region. You can plan your own food tour or sign up for an existing tour before your next trip. New York City tours take travelers on a trip around the top delis, restaurants and food stores in different boroughs. You can also sign up for a tour that takes you to food spots that are famous from appearances on television and in films. Other tours let you sample food and pick up ingredients at different shops before taking you back to a kitchen to learn how to put those ingredients together.

For Singles

No one ever looks forward to going through a bad breakup, but it's something that many people experience. When you feel ready to jump back into the dating saddle again, you might sign up for a tour designed just for singles. These tours include cruises that take you to exotic destinations and gorgeous beaches, hiking tours that take you deep into the forest and camping trips for those who like spending time outside. Most tours feature special events to help guests get to know each other like happy hour events and dances.

Jungle Treks

Conquer your fear of the unknown with a jungle trek. Like desert treks, these tours take groups of people out together, but these tours let you spend your vacation hiking through the wilderness. You never know when you might turn a corner and see a herd of elephants roaming free or other wild animals in their native habitats. Tour guides and leaders will take steps to ensure your safety from the elements as well as those animals. Some tours are a little more upscale and features yurts or tents on platforms with decks that let you look out over the wilderness in the morning.

Older Travelers

Though you might think that travel tours are only for younger people, many companies now offer packages for older travelers too. You'll find groups dedicated to those over the age of 50, 60 or even 70. Some cater to widows and other older folks who are single, but there are tours that you can sign up for and enjoy with your spouse or partner. These tours design activities based around the age group of the travelers attending. When planning your next vacation, consider taking a fun tour instead of doing the same thing you always do.

What do you think? Is Morocco and the Sahara a new add to your travel list?
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