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Take Cover in Luxury For Less Than $20

dailysugar — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:00:00 -0700

Score four-star service at one-star prices. At 8 a.m. EDT tomorrow, Oct. 1, Leading Hotels of the World is releasing a limited number of hotel rooms at a rate of $19.28 per night. The rooms will be available for only 80 minutes, and you must pre-register. Sign up today and devise your plan of attack for tomorrow morning.

Surf

When it rains, it pours, so be prepared. On a new site called Umbrella Today, you enter your zip code and it gives you a simple yes or no on whether you should tote around an umbrella all day. We predict there's a 99 percent chance that this site will change your life.

Study

Bring good food to the table. Giada De Laurentiis, one of our favorite chefs, shares how to make tasty family meals in her new book, Giada's Kitchen: New Italian Favorites. We've always loved her style, both in the kitchen and out, so we're excited to add her snacks, soups, and easy entrées to our recipe collection.

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Save the Music in Style

dailysugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:00:00 -0700

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Scarlett Johansson gets tanked. The actress’s design for Torn by Ronny Kobo is this week’s must-have top, sold exclusively at Intermix. The $65 price tag may seem steep, but not when you consider that a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Save the Music Foundation. Pre-order yours today.

Sing Along

Beck's latest album is where it's at. Modern Guilt, produced by Danger Mouse, drops today. The quirky vibe of the 10 new tracks brings us back to the days of two turntables and a microphone. Download it from iTunes.

Surf

Speaking of modern guilt, Jack Cards makes sure you'll never forget an important event again. Order a greeting card from the site, and when it's time, JC will mail you the card to sign and send. Membership is free, and cards start at just $1.50 — a small price to pay for never flaking on your mother-in-law's birthday.

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See Jane Save You Cash

dailysugar — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 06:00:00 -0700

If you're making a special trip to NYC to see The Waterfalls, you can save a pretty penny at the newest pod hotel, The Jane, where rates start at $99 per night. Not surprisingly the rooms are tiny and the bathrooms are shared, so bring your dorm mentality and your bathrobe.

Surf

Gas up with today's prices tomorrow. Purchase fuel now at MyGallons.com, then fill up using your prepaid card when you need gas later (and when the price has inevitably risen). Your cost will be locked in, no matter how high prices go at the pump.

See

Ben Kingsley and Mary-Kate Olsen making out? That’s wack. See what all the fuss is about when The Wackness hits theaters today in select cities nationwide. The indie not coming to your local multiplex anytime soon? The hip-hop soundtrack is getting just as much buzz. Download it today on iTunes.

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New John Mayer Album Is a Wonderland

dailysugar — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 -0700

Sing Along

Hear John Mayer live on your iPod. His latest two-CD set, Where the Light Is: John Mayer Live in Los Angeles, drops today. The tracks are mostly familiar favorites, but keep an ear out for his cover of "Free Fallin'" - it'll melt your heart.

Save

Ooh la la: L'Occitane's Summer sale is on. Shop now through July 8 and save 20 to 50 percent on Provencal goodies like fragrant soaps, essential oils, lip balms, and more.

Surf

Get what you really want out of those gift cards piling up: money. Swapagift.com takes unwanted gift cards off your hands and buys them directly for cash. It's a lot easier than explaining to grandma you're not as into knitting as she is.

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Gas in Your Car, Tacos on the House

dailysugar — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:00:00 -0700

Eat

Fill up your car and your tummy. Bring a gas receipt into any Jack in the Box location today and get two free tacos! Seriously, it's that easy.

Go Green

Still hurting from prices at the pump? Carbonrally.com is daring you to live greener. The site posts easy, short-term challenges to help reduce your carbon footprint, from cutting down on printing to taking quicker showers.

Save

Be a shoo-in for style this Summer. Shop the Piperlime Summer Sale and get up to 40 percent off footwear from Frye, Giuseppe Zanotti, Delman, and more.

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Sex Up Your Shoes, Expect Delays, Don't Pay for Checked Bags

dailysugar — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 11:35:00 -0700

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You may not be able to afford SJP's hot Manolos from the Sex and the City movie, but you can get the latest shoes from her stylist. Patricia Field, who styled the SATC TV series and The Devil Wears Prada, just launched a new shoe collection at Payless. The summery selection ranges from $25 to $35 and is available in select stores or online at Payless.com.

Cool

Traveling in the near future? Delaycast.com is a new online tool that gives you predictions about the likelihood of delays or cancellations on pretty much all flights happening in the next five months. It's a fun, albeit slightly depressing, way to see what's in store for your next flight this summer.

Not loving the new checked baggage fees that most airlines are enforcing? Kimpton and Loews Hotels are trying to make it a little bit easier on you by paying for your extra bag. Until September, both hotels will be issuing guests a room credit for the amount the airline charges (up to $25-$30) as long as you show a receipt.

Wear Kate's Clothes, Meet Your Idol, Get Free Scoops

dailysugar — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700

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Kate Moss's hot High Summer Collection for Topshop has just been released — trust me, it's well worth the extra shipping charges from the UK. If you're looking for more of a deal, the friends and family event at Beauty.com starts today. Shop between now and midnight to get 20 percent off your purchase.

Watch

We'll finally find out which David is the newest American Idol tonight!

Virgin America is bringing happy hour to the sky. During Superfly Wednesdays through June 18, your boarding pass entitles you to two free cocktails on select evening and early evening flights.

Eat

All expectant moms get a free three-ounce cone of soft serve from Baskin Robbins from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m today. Just print out the offer and enjoy.

Cool

Having trouble getting from point A to B? Navigate intimidating public transportation systems with ease on HopStop.com.

Try It Before You Buy It

dailysugar — Thu, 08 May 2008 11:50:00 -0700

The time has come. The free phone you got with your two-year wireless contract has missed its last call. Before going in blindly and simply buying a pricey new phone because Jessica Simpson carries it, try it first online.

TryPhone is an cool new online tool that allows users to test out certain phones for free — all without a sales representative pressuring you to buy a phone you can't afford or figure out how to use. Just visit the site, find the phone you've been coveting, and play around with it using your mouse. You can't go so far as making calls, but you can see how features such as the menu, browser, and address book work and check out what other people are saying about the model.

What's that? You've already splurged on a new phone but have absolutely no idea how to use it? No worries. TryPhone provides free demos to help you learn how to do simple tasks on all of its featured phones.

Calling all divas. Tina Turner and Cher on both on Oprah today.

Saving the Coffee, One Double Tall Skinny Cappuccino at a Time

dailysugar — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:53:02 -0700

Can one person really make a difference?

While that's still up for debate when it comes to presidential primaries or saving animal species, you alone can help lead caffeinated warriors in a struggle for something valuable in its own right: a better Starbucks experience.

Have some changes you'd like to see brewing at Starbucks? Take them over to MyStarbucksIdea.com, an online community run and monitored by Starbucks employees dedicated to sharing and discussing ideas on how to improve your experience. Always thought Starbucks should adopt a punchcard system for frequent buyers? Tell them! Wish you'd get a free brew on your birthday? Let them know! Not only will you be able to share the ideas that matter to you most, but you can also find out if and how Starbucks is putting your ideas to work.

Who's with me on getting a few Starbucks to keep their doors open 24 hours a day?