We’re extremely proud to announce the biggest update to Vipon ever.

If you love to save on Amazon, then you will love these new features. 

Saving On Vipon Just Got Social

Vipon is now social! Under every deal, you’ll see comments from shoppers just like you. These comments will tell you everything you need to know about the deal. This gives you a second opinion on the value, saving you time and money.

And that’s not all. Now you can leave comments to help other shoppers. And you earn Vipon points by leaving comments. What are those? I’m glad you asked!

Earn Cash With Vipon Reward Points

Now when you visit Vipon, you’ll earn rewards just for using the platform. You can earn points for

• Register a shopper account and verify it
• Daily Login
• Leave comments
• Get coupons
• Complete your profile
• And more… 

After you have enough points, you can exchange them for product, or even cash. (If you choose cash, you can transfer it to your PayPal account once you hit the threshold.)

Save Even More Time and Money With The New Vipon App!

Now for the best news: we’re releasing an all new version of the Vipon app. This is the most customizable version of the app yet. You can customize your name and avatar. You can also change how deals show up to save you time and money, there’re two layouts available.

The all-new Vipon app seamlessly incorporates social activities into saving. Comments are easy to scroll through and highly readable. And leaving your own comments is as easy as swiping your finger.

In fact, with the new Vipon app, everything is now easier. We’ve put a major focus on refining the user experience, and we’re confident you will love the new design.

We’re Committed to Saving You Money On Amazon

Over 45,000 Amazon coupons are posted on Vipon every single day. We work hard to find the best sellers and bring their products to you at a better price than anywhere else.

With our new update, Vipon is now even better. Best of all, you can now be apart of Vipon in a new way. By leaving comments, you can help shoppers and earn rewards. So what are you waiting for? Download the new Vipon app today and start saving! 

If you understand how to book cheap plane tickets, the sky is the limit. You can go anywhere—even out of the country—for prices that might surprise you.

In today’s article, we’ll give you a few tips that can save you hundreds, if not thousands, on plane tickets from now on.

• Be Flexible

The best prices for flights often come when it’s not convenient. Last minute, odd dates, and unique locations. If you HAVE to go to a specific location, at a specific date, on a specific airline, you’re generally going to be very limited in what kinds of deals are available.

On the other hand, if you’re just looking to go somewhere, the world is your oyster. You can sign up for services that will alert you about random tickets (as we’ll discuss shortly). The prices on these tickets will be far lower than usual – sometimes by hundreds of dollars.

It can be exciting to go somewhere you never thought about going, too. When the price is right, you get the ticket. Then you look up different places to see. It’s an adventure. If you have this kind of attitude, you’ll find yourself with an abundance of travel opportunities, no matter what your budget.

• Use Incognito Mode

Most people buy their tickets online these days. If you buy the very first time you search for a flight, this is fine. However, if you like to search multiple times before choosing a ticket, you need to be aware of a somewhat shady industry practice.

All of the popular web browsers today track cookies. This means a website knows when you visit a website, and then visit again. To some extent, they are tracking your behavior. If an airline website sees you checking on a flight over and over again over the course of a week or so, they will often artificially inflate the price. This is to get you off the fence and give you the urgency you need to buy the ticket.

You can protect yourself by using either private or incognito browsing. In Google Chrome, you can open a private session by pushing cmd + shift + m (mac) or cntrl + shift + m (windows).

• Book Your Ticket on One of These Websites

To get the cheapest possible prices, you should use a plane ticket aggregate site. This is a website that searches multiple airlines at once, giving you the best possible price.

Here is a list of three of the best:

Kayak.com

Cheapoair.com

Skyscanner

If you can check one of these websites at least a month ahead of your travel date, you’ll generally save at least $100, and usually even more.

• Use a Ticket Alert App

If you’re open minded, a ticket alert app is by far the cheapest way to get great plane tickets. These apps will send you periodic notifications whenever a plane ticket to anywhere is cheap. For example, next weekend, there could be a plane ticket to Miami for 80% off the normal price.

With these kinds of apps, you can either set a location you want to visit, dates you want to visit, or keep it open ended. If you set a location, the app will alert you whenever that location is very low. If you set a date, the app will alert you of flights to anywhere leaving on that date at an amazing price.

A good example of this kind of app is called “Hitlist”. It’s free, and you can set it up in seconds.

• Know Your Budget Airlines

Certain airlines go above and beyond when it comes to cutting ticket prices. But, this comes at a cost. Most people are already uncomfortable when flying. But these budget airlines remove most of the remaining “luxuries”. This means less leg rooms, no snacks, and you may even have to print your own boarding pass or pay a fee!

If you’re willing to be uncomfortable for a few hours to save a lot, it can be worth it. If you do decide to fly a budget airline, be sure to read all the instructions and fine print carefully. Budget airlines will generally charge a fee for anything that is not explicitly stated as coming with the ticket price.

With that in mind, here are some top budget airlines based on their location:

USA: Southwest, Jet Blue, Frontier, Spirit.

Canada: Swoop, WOW Air, Porter.

Europe: Ryanair, Easyjet, Vueling.

Asia: Air Asia, Tiger Air, Jet star.

• Sign Up for Reward Programs

When you find an airline that you like, sign up for their rewards program. That way, every time you fly you add up miles that can later be exchanged for free flights. It takes just a few minutes and can pay off huge over time.

Best Wishes,

The Vipon Team.

What would you do with an extra $1,500? I bet you can think of a lot.

Well, that’s about as much as the average person can expect to get from hosting a successful garage/yard sale. In fact, you can probably make even more. It’s not uncommon to pull in $3,000+ from a single sale… especially if you’ve never had one before.

The truth is, most of us accumulate a lot of stuff over our lives that we just don’t need anymore. By selling it at a discount, you give people the opportunity to save a ton of money. You get rid of excess stuff that’s doing nothing more than taking up space. And you put a big chunk of change into your bank account!

Here are our top tips to make your garage sale a total success.

Have it Early in the Month

Most people get paid at the first of the month. So if you have your garage sale at the first of the month, people will have plenty of money to spend.

Usually, a weekend is the best time to host your sale, since that’s when most people are free. If you have enough items, you can host your sale throughout the weekend. This way, when people come to visit, they may see something their friend or other family member would love. If you have it over the entire weekend, they can bring that person the next day.

Also, make sure you don’t have your garage sale on a holiday weekend. Most people have plans on holiday weekends and going to a garage sale is the furthest thing on their mind.

Promote, Promote, Promote!

The success of your garage sale is directly tied to how well you promote it. After all, I can guarantee that there is somebody in your city who needs every single item you’re selling. If you can advertise it well enough to reach them, you ensure you will make the most money possible.

Also, the more people who are shopping, the higher the price you’ll get for most items. If only a handful of people show up, you’ll have to sell your items for what they’re willing to pay for them. If your sale is packed, on the other hand, if one person won’t buy due to the price, odds are, another person will.

There are two approaches to promoting your sale: online and offline. We recommend you use both. For offline marketing, grab some large neon colored signs from the store. Then get a big, fat, permanent marker. Write “YARD SALE” on the signs, with the date of the sale, and the address of the location. Look at them from a distance to make sure someone in a car will be able to clearly read them.

Then, post them up in the parts of your neighborhood with the most traffic.

For online advertising, you can search for Groups on Facebook where people buy/sell/swap items online. Post some clear pictures of some of the best goods you’re selling with the price to these groups. Be responsive to the comments and answer any questions.

By using these two simple approaches, you’ll have a flood of people buying your excess stuff.

Put Your Best Items Up Front

As you’re going through your stuff, you’ll find some items that you know are going to be hits. Be sure to put these front and center so they’re the first thing people see when they pull up.

Not only do these items grab attention, they’re also very easy for people to take pictures of and share with their friends. If they see a basketball hoop at an amazing price, they may post it on Facebook telling everyone where to find it.

Put Your Sales Hat On

If you’ve ever been to a store like Nordstrom, you’ll know that almost as soon as you set foot inside it, a salesperson is greeting you. They’ll ask you how your day is going and, importantly, what you’re looking for. By knowing why you’re in the store, the salesperson can direct you to all the items you may want to buy.

If you want to maximize your earnings in your own sale, adopt a similar approach. Talk to people and see why they’re at the sale. Ask them what they’re looking for. Get an idea about who they are. Then, trust your gut. If your gut tells you they may be interested in an item, recommend it to them. 

Offer bulk discounts if they want to buy multiple items. Or, if they want a discount, you can give it to them provided they share the sale on Facebook.

Final Thoughts

Having your own yard sale isn’t rocket science. And it’s one of the fastest, most sure-fire way to inject your bank account with a nice chunk of change. On top of this, you’re clearing out a lot of excess stuff that probably does nothing but cause you stress. That’s what we like to call a win-win-win!

Best Wishes,

The Vipon Team

When it comes to food, nothing tastes better than fresh.

Yet most of us rarely eat truly fresh food. We might buy something at the grocery store that’s traveled in a truck for days before reaching us. Or, we might pay for a meal in a high-end restaurant, without knowing when the food we’re eating arrived.

The fresher the food, the more it’s teeming with life and vital nutrients. The better it tastes. And the better you’ll feel. Best of all, if you know what you’re doing, this food can also be the cheapest.

The secret is to know how to take advantage of your local Farmer’s Market. So read on to learn a few tricks that will help you pay less than grocery store prices for produce better than high-end restaurants! 

Adopt a Flexible Cooking Style

One key to save at a Farmer’s Market is developing meals on the fly. For example, you may want to make a nice, fresh salad. So you go to the market. Romaine lettuce is just as much as the grocery. But you find a vendor selling Kale for a very good price. As you continue shopping, you find more deals on cheese and mushrooms.

When you finally leave the Farmer’s Market, you have all the ingredients for an incredible salad. It’s all in season and fresh as can be. If you are flexible enough at cooking to make a meal on the fly, not only will you save money, you’ll create unique, delicious meals that you’d normally never think of!

Ask the Vendor’s Questions

In a Farmer’s Market, vendors will often return for an entire season. Don’t be afraid to get to know them. Asking them what’s for sale or what’s in season is not just a way to save, but the potential start of a new relationship.

When you find a fair vendor, you can return every week for similar prices. The better you know them, the more they’ll clue you on to special deals. If you know them well enough, they may even give you a special price!

Know the Peak Season for Your Favorite Fruits + Veggies

You probably know that different fruits and veggies are “in season” at certain times of the year. When they’re in season, not only is the price lower, the food is as fresh as it’s ever going to get.

What you might know is that the price can change during the season. This is because most farmers want to be either the first or last person selling that food. If they’re the first-person selling Strawberries, they can set the price. If they have to compete with 50 other farmers, the market sets the price.

That’s why you’ll find the best deals during peak season. This is when every farmer is selling the same veggie.

The best way to find what veggies are in season in your area is to use a free tool provided by Seasonal Food Guide: https://www.seasonalfoodguide.org/

Run this tool before you go to the market. Then, only buy items that you see multiple vendors selling it. This means the produce is in peak season and will be the freshest—and cheapest.

Ask for “Ugly” Produce

Customers prefer their produce to look good. We want the crisp, clean apple over the bruised, malformed one. Yet the truth is, in most cases, ugly produce is just as delicious, if not more so, than pretty.

So when you’re shopping, you can specifically ask the vendor if they have uglier produce on sale for a discount. Take it home and cut off the bruises. I promise – it will taste just as fresh and delicious. And your bank account will love how little you paid for it!

Go on Bad Weather Days

When the weather is warm and sunny, everyone is out at the market. Vendors have plenty of customers. So they are much less likely to make a deal with you.

If you go when it’s raining, on the other hand, you might be uncomfortable, yet you’ll be one of the few customers there. If you’re shopping at a stall with a lot of goods and very few customers, don’t be afraid to ask for a deal. In most cases, the vendor would rather make less money than no money. And you can walk away from the market with tons of fresh goods.

Stay Until the End

At the end of the Farmer’s Market, vendors still want to make money. However, by this time most of the customers have left. This is the perfect time to go around asking for any last-minute specials. More often than not, vendors will be willing to give you a deal since you’re the last one around spending money.

Buy in Bulk

As a general rule, when you buy in bulk, you can save. This is even more true at Farmer’s Markets, where a vendor may be unsure if they will sell out of all their stock. If you have an extra freezer, this is the perfect way to stock up on delicious produce for a whole month or longer.

It’s a good idea to do this once you’ve visited the market a few times. By then you’ll know the vendors better. And you’ll know who is likely to give you the best price.

Best Wishes,

The Vipon Team

The Rolling Stones said, “You can’t always get what you want.”

And they’re right – especially if you’re on a budget. But you know what? You still deserve to live the good life. That’s why in today’s article, we’re going to give you 7 tips to get that luxury feel… without breaking the bank.

• Use Coconut Oil

Coconut oil smells and tastes amazing. Plus, it’s one of the most useful natural substances on the planet!

It can moisturize your skin, making it soft and smooth. It can condition your hair, making it look like you just spent a fortune at a high-end salon. It can make your teeth whiter, fight infections, improve wound healing, boost bone health, and more.

Plus, it’s delicious to cook with! All for an extremely low and affordable price.

• Get Massages and Hair Cuts From Students

We all store tension in our bodies and massage is a great way to get it out. Unfortunately, it’s very expensive, with many masseuses charging $75 per hour at a minimum! That is, unless you go to a massage school.

Here, students are learning their technique, and are looking for someone to practice on. Although it probably won’t be as good as a professional, it will only cost a fraction of the price. Some schools will even give hour long massages for as low as $20!

The same technique works with haircuts. You can get professional cuts that would normally cost $100+ for $50 or even less.

• Rent

Whatever it is you want to buy, chances are you can rent it for a whole lot less. I’m not just talking about cars and houses. You can rent clothes, cameras, computers, skateboards… you name it.

For example, a high-end Canon camera will cost you north of $3,000. However, to use it for an entire day will generally only cost $80 – $100. A piano that costs $5,000 to buy may come to just $50 a month to rent.

• Mood Lighting

Part of getting that luxury feeling is being totally comfortable in your home. The fastest—and cheapest–way to do that is to get a few new lights. You don’t have to go crazy. There are many beautiful lights sold at Vipon for $10 – $20. When in doubt, you can always buy a string of Christmas lights to warm up any corner.

Set them up in strategic places and turn them on at night. I guarantee you will love the new feel!

• Check Facebook Events

Did you know that Facebook has a calendar? It’s true. You can use it to find thousands of events right in your area. And you can also see whether they require a ticket or are free (tons of them are free).

These events can range from painting lessons, poetry readings, art gallery strolls, lectures and more. I once attended a presentation on The Beatles. It totally changed how I view one of my favorite bands, and it was completely free!

This is a great way to meet new, like-minded friends, and get involved more in your local community.

• Buy Cubic Zirconia Jewelry

We all love the glitz and glimmer of diamonds. Yet few of us can afford to wear them regularly. Unless, of course, you buy Cubic Zirconia!

Cubic Zirconia is a man-made material that looks exactly like a diamond. And I mean exactly! In fact, when it was first invented, it was so cheap it threatened to put diamond retailers out of business.

Then diamond retailers came up with a plan. They noticed that Cubic Zirconia was actually more perfect than real diamonds. So they started saying that unless your diamond had flaws, it wasn’t worth anything!

Of course, you can only see those flaws under a high-powered jewelry microscope.

In other words, there is absolutely no way a human eye can tell the difference between a $2,000 diamond ring and a $29 cubic zirconium. So ball out!

• Drink More Water

Did you know that you’re 60% water? If you’re not getting enough, it will impact every aspect of your life. Being dehydrated, even just a little bit, can cause headaches, muscles aches, exhaustion, itchy skin, dry eyes… the list goes on and on.

Why not fill up a fresh glass right now? Take your time and enjoy it. Make sure you’re drinking enough throughout the day – especially if you like coffee (which dehydrates you). The rule of thumb is 8 glasses every day. And of course, water is free!

Closing Thoughts

As you can see, you don’t need a fortune to feel like a King or Queen. Try using these methods to get that luxury feel without feeling guilty. Meanwhile you can keep the savings and, eventually, use it for something you’ve always wanted.

Best Wishes,

The Vipon Team

Traveling the world is a wonderful thing. You get exposed to a brand-new culture that can transform your worldview. You see sights that absolutely blow you away and form memories that last a lifetime. And, it will even give you a new appreciation for your hometown when you return.

Sadly, many people believe that international vacations are out of their price range. But the truth is that some high-quality international vacations are cheaper than staying in the USA!

In today’s article, I’ll show you 4 of our personal favorites.

Barcelona, Spain

A Europe trip is often seen as an expensive proposition—and for good reason. France, Germany, Italy, and many other countries cost thousands of dollars per week. Spain, on the other hand, is not only an incredible vacation spot, it’s affordable.

You’ll love walking under the shade of the tall plane trees in Las Ramblas. Or, if you’re a foodie, you can’t miss seafood Paella right on the beach. And if you’re a lover of art, you’ll find the architecture of the Sagrada-Familia breathtaking.

And don’t forget the beach! With temperatures in the high 70s throughout the fall and a boardwalk that stretches for miles, you’re certain to get the perfect tan.

As with any international trip, the plane ticket makes up the bulk of the cost. Tickets to Barcelona are surprisingly cheap, though, with many deals for under $500 from San Francisco (as long as you avoid July and August—tourist hot months).

Guangzhou, China

When most people think of a vacation in China, they think of the Great Wall. Yet China has so much more to offer… and all at incredibly affordable prices. Best of all, most of the major cities are totally connected by fast, easy-to-use subway trains. This means you can travel all over, usually for less than $2 a day!

Guangzhou is the southern capital of China and home to the Cantonese people. It’s home to some of the most delicious food in Asia, including world-famous Dim Sum.

In Guangzhou, we recommend exploring the historic district. There you can see original, ancient brick roads, and enjoy some of the Cantonese street food.

If you’re not afraid of heights, you’re going to love Canton Tower. Prior to August of 2013, the Canton Tower was the tallest building in the world. The front of the elevator is made of glass, and watching the ground disappear as you rocket upwards is an amazing thrill.  

Roundtrip flight prices to Guangzhou can often be found for less than $500. And you can stay in a nice location and eat all the delicious Cantonese food you can handle for less than $30 a day.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

When most people think of Thailand, they think of the beautiful tropical beaches—of which there are many. However, Thailand also has some of the most incredible mountain scenery on the planet. And most of it is found in the city of Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second largest cities, so you have many of the amenities and comforts you expect in the USA. It also has a large expat community, so many of the citizens speak fluent English. The locals are always smiling and used to foreigners.

And the food is to die for.

Seriously. Thailand is known for some of the most delicious food in the world. Seafood, coconut curries, crispy pork, and more can be found for pennies on the dollar, often made to order right in front of you!

Plane tickets are cheapest between May and October. Fall is the best time to visit, since it’s after the incredibly rainy monsoon season that lasts the entire summer. After the plane ticket, you can expect to pay just $20 – $39 a day for a quality time in Chiang Mai. 

Bogota, Colombia

If you’re more adventurous at heart, you’ll never forget a vacation to Colombia! Known for its incredible nature, warm, welcoming people, and a vibrant night life that never quits, Bogota is quickly becoming a must-visit city.

The first thing you’re going to want to do in Bogota is explore La Candelaria. This is the historic center of the city. Walk the brick streets and enjoy the energy of the locals. Although Bogota is becoming more popular, it’s still semi-rare to see a tourist. As a result you’ll get many people looking at you with curiosity.

Ride the tram to the top of the Monserrate for a view of the entire city (and surrounding valley).

Round trip tickets are generally less than $500, making it one of the most affordable international vacations you can find. Once you land, you can live in a safe area and eat delicious food for $32 a day total. Not bad!

Best Wishes,
The Vipon Team

Every shopper’s favorite time of the year is right around the corner. The annual shopping holiday Amazon Prime Day is happening on July 15^th and 16^th and shopping lovers around the globe are getting ready for some serious shopping. And yes, it is reserved for Amazon’s Prime users only, but you can sign up for a free 30-day trial to take advantage of the best deal ahead of you.

Although Amazon Prime Day offers discounts and special prices on everything you might (or might not) need, it’s important that you shop smartly and avoid throwing your money away. If you’re not quite sure how to save money on Amazon Prime Day, the guide below will help you do it.

Let’s break it down together.  

• Avoid Fake Deals

You have to be aware that, during Amazon Prime Day, you’re not the only one looking for a great deal. More than 2 million sellers on Amazon will try to make the best out of these two days, and sell as many items as possible.

To enhance their chances, some Amazon sellers will use tricks and set up fake deals.

For example, they’ll change and increase the original price of an item, and then lower the price offering a fake discount.

This way, they’re tricking you into thinking you’ve found a great deal when you’re actually paying the regular price.

To avoid fake deals such as these you need to:

• check the price history of the item in question
• use apps to track the pricing of desired items
• double check any deal that sounds too good to be true

Don’t let them trick you with imaginary deals.

• Compare with Other Stores

Just because it’s Amazon Prime Day and you’ve found something that seems to be a great deal, you should still check other stores and compare the prices.

Therefore, you should stick to this routine:

• add items to your shopping list
• before you purchase, run a little investigation
• visit other stores and look for those exact items
• compare the prices to ensure you really did find a great deal
• purchase

It’s better to be safe than sorry.

• Sneak Peek Deals Notifications

You want to be well-prepared for Prime Day and find the best deals out there so as to save money.

To make sure you’re well-informed and know where to look first, you should:

• download the Amazon App
• enable personalized notifications
• get notified when sneak peek Prime Day deals start

This way, you’ll be one of the first to get the great deals and shop the items you desire at lower prices.

• Prime Day Launches

Amazon always walks the extra mile for its users, so for Prime Day, they offer special Prime Day Launches.

What are these?

• products never seen before
• available for a specific time period
• available to Prime users only

Check out Amazon’s Prime Day Launches section even before the actual Prime Day to get the best deals.

• Get Your Credit

If you plan on doing shopping via Amazon, it’s certainly the best idea for you to download their app. The app will make the whole process easier, but there’s more to it than just convenient shopping.

Let’s take a look at how you can get shopping credit on Amazon:

• download the Amazon App and sign up for the first time to get a $10 credit
• download the Amazon Assistant app and sign up for the first time to get another $10 credit
• spend at least $10on Whole Foods Market, and you’ll get a $10 discount on your next Amazon purchase

  Make the most out of your shopping and claim your credits and discounts.

• Twitch Sells Out

If you’re a gamer, then you must know about the world’s leading live streaming platform for gamers called Twitch.

In collaboration with Amazon, they’ve prepared an event called Twitch Sells Out: A Prime Day Special Event, and it starts July 15 at 10 am PT.

Watch this stream to get notified about the best Prime Day deals for gamers and get in on all the incredible deals they’ve got lined up.

• Non-Tech Deals

Amazon Prime Day may be primarily focused on tech deals and allowing you to purchase all those gadgets you’ve always wanted at a lower price.

However, it’s not a tech-exclusive event.

On the contrary, you can find products and items of all kind so make sure you keep your eyes wide open for anything that comes to your mind

• Shop with Cashback

Another great way to save money while shopping on Amazon Prime Day is to use a cashback service for each of your purchases.

You can get a 10% or 15% of your purchase back or be awarded in coupons and gift cards.

Find a cashback service your trust and make sure to use it on Prime Day.

• Amazon Alexa

Finally, you can always use that extra set of hands to find just the items you’re looking for during Prime Day.

There’s no one better to help you out than Alexa.

Use Alexa to:

• find what you’re looking for
• search for best deals
• select items and make purchases
• set reminders to yourself

Get ahead of others with the help of Alexa and you’ll be the first one the find the best deals and save money.

Final Thoughts

With Amazon Prime Day 2019 coming up, you better get ready for shopping and saving your money. All you have to do is know what to look out for, how to find the best deals, and how to spend your money wisely.

Hopefully, this guide will help you shop smartly, save money, and enjoy your newly purchased items.

About the author: Daniela McVicker is an editor at Top Writers Review. She is fascinated by technology evolution and is constantly keeping an eye on corporations to check so that she can be the first to spread the news when a new product is launched.

The 4^th of July is almost here. Can you smell the fireworks?

Here are 7 easy ways to make this fourth of July the best you’ve ever had (for you and your family).

Go on a Picnic

The weather in July is notoriously good all across the nation. So there really isn’t a better time to pack some sandwiches up and have a picnic by the lake. During the picnic you can read famous stories about the holiday, like Paul Revere’s midnight ride, the Declaration of Independence or Valley Forge.

Lounge in the Pool

There’s no better antidote to the hot July sun than relaxing in a cool pool. Stretch out and improve your tan, lay on a pool floatie and read a book, or splash around with the kids. Just make sure you don’t forget the sunscreen!

Host a Block Party

July 4^th is the perfect time to get together with your friends and extended family. And there’s no better way to do that than hosting a block party. Arrange for people to bring their own food and dishes. While you’re firing up the grill, here are some fun games everyone can play:

• Red White & Blue Tag

Give everyone a strip of paper that is either red, white or blue. When you tag another person, you get their strip of paper. The first to have all three wins.

• American History Trivia

Test your knowledge of American history with a game of history trivia. Create questions relating to famous battles (like Lexington & Concord), famous people (like Patrick Henry and Ben Franklin), and famous locations (like Valley Forge).

• Bike Decorating Contest

Have all the kids decorate their bikes with red, white and blue streamers. When the bikes are decorated, go on a bike ride so they can show them off to everyone.

• Capture the American Flag

Just like capture the flag, only you use one blue flag and one red one. Put them at opposing ends of the field. If someone is tagged, they’re out. The team that brings the flag from one side of the field to the other wins!

• Water Balloon Dodge Ball

This one is perfect for especially hot days. Fill up a bunch of red, white, and blue balloons with water. Then set up two sides on a small field. Anyone who gets hit by a balloon is out for the remainder of the match. The team who manages to get all the opposing side out wins.

• Air Mail Ballots

Get a few red, white and blue frisbees. Then cut a slit in a cardboard box that’s big enough for them to fly through with relative ease. Decorate the cardboard box like a ballot box you would put votes in. Stand back 10 – 15 feet and try and throw the frisbees through the ballot box. The person who can throw the most in wins.

After you play these games and everyone gets their fill of the delicious food, you can bust out the fireworks for a magnificent closing display.

Make Your Own Festive Crafts

Let’s face it – red, white and blue looks good on everything! From painted pots to a revolutionary war inspired quilt, there are countless ways to add your own touch of patriotism around the house.

Make a Hot Dog Station

Who doesn’t love hot dogs? Take it to the next level this 4^th with a dedicated hot dog station. Include all the essentials like ketchup, mustard and buns. Take things to the next level with barbeque sauce, relish, chili, or anything else you can think of.

Watch a Parade

July 4^th may have the best parade of the year. With music, games, entertainment and food trucks galore, a 4^th of July parade is something the whole family can enjoy. Make sure to arrive at the parade grounds early to secure a good seat.

Take Independence Day Photos

Dress up like your favorite 4^th of July hero (don’t forget the fake beards) and take group photos together. Hold flags and pop confetti poppers for memories that will last a lifetime.

Go on a Trip

The 4^th of July is different all across the nation. Visit Washington D.C., and you can see the fireworks display right on the Lincoln Memorial (with every explosion reflecting in the pool below). Visit Seattle for a waterfront fireworks display that is one of the best in the nation. In San Diego, you can see the fireworks on the beach.

Philadelphia and Boston are both homes to a huge amount of colonial history. Schedule a tour of the city in the days leading up to the fourth, gain a new, deep appreciation for the history, and cap it all off with a brilliant display of fireworks. What’s not to love?  

Best wishes,
The Vipon Team.

With Fathers’ Day just around the corner, it’s time to start planning the activities to make this occasion a day to remember for your dad. But just because you are making Fathers’ Day extra special, it doesn’t mean you have to empty your piggy bank to do so.

Small and thoughtful gifts often evoke the best reactions when it comes to opening presents, and free activities are often the best way to connect the whole family for special events.

Make Sure He Looks the Part

You can’t let your dad walk around on this special day without letting the world know how special he is to you. A fun way to accomplish this is to buy him a T-shirt that accurately depicts his abilities as a parent.

Whether you choose this legendary shirt, or this cool graphic tee to show how great your dad is, everyone who sees him this Fathers’ Day will know just how proud you are of him.

Take the Family Out for a Picnic

Since most dads spend most of their waking hours at work to provide an income for you and your family, they cherish the time that you get to spend together as a family.

There’s no better free activity than taking your family out for a picnic.

So pile up your favorite food, snacks and drinks in this picnic lunchbox ,
wine tote bag and head out to either your local park or the beach to spend the day playing games, eating your favorite foods and supplying your dad with his favorite drinks.

Help Him Out Around the House

Let’s face it, there’s always one home improvement project that your father keeps putting off.

Whether that’s putting up some shelves or taking on something larger like fixing his old motorbike, these jobs often fall down the priority list when he devotes his time to making your weekend activities happen instead.

So why not give your time back by helping him with his latest DIY project? Many fathers would appreciate the help, as finishing the job will give them a great sense of satisfaction.

Help him to get organized before starting the work with this useful utility belt, which will keep all on the tools he needs in one place whilst you give him the help he needs to complete the job.

Find Steep Discounts On Vipon

It may be the case that you know exactly which gift to give your dad this Fathers’ Day. In which case, you are probably best served by shopping on Vipon to get the best possible price for the products you’re interested in purchasing.

Whether that’s a pair of new shoes, or a new pair of shades for the summer, Vipon has over 40,000 products to choose from. With discounts of up to 90%, you are sure to find yourself a bargain here at Vipon!

Fathers’ Day Doesn’t Have to Cost the Earth

As we’ve shown you, you don’t have to rack up huge bills to make this year’s Fathers’ Day extra special. The old saying “It’s the thought that counts” is just as true today as it ever has been.

So plan a day full of meaningful activities, and of course grab a few discounted presents to make your dad feel good about himself on this special day.

Best wishes,

Vipon Team

The bottom 20% of American households ranked by income have no savings whatsoever — a shocking statistic when you think about how many unforeseen bills could pop up at any time. Luckily for you, there’s a whole host of everyday habits that you can break today that will help you save.

Eating far too much takeout food

Takeout food is so popular because it’s convenient, but that doesn’t mean it’s good for your wallet. It will typically cost several times as much as preparing the same meal at home. By all means, treat yourself, but don’t make it your go-to way of feeding yourself when you’re out and about.

“We actively try and avoid too much takeout in the office, and reserve it just for special occasions. That way we get a healthy lunch from home that enables us to be more productive, and we each save a little bit of money that soon adds up to a significant amount” — says Kate Turner, Head of HR department at Get Good Grade.

Not getting outside and working out

Working long hours is not necessarily going to be conducive to your long-term health, which in turn costs you money. Medical bills, sickness and illness, and even a reduced level of productivity are all results of poor physical fitness and low levels of daily activity. The best way to combat these issues is to invest in resources that enable you to work smarter, not harder.

Online tools like Canada Writers, Grammarly, and WriteLoad are great ways to do this by improving your productivity so that you can get more done in less time. Set a time you want to be finished by, and then use your new tools to ensure you make it happen.

Impulse buys that derail any long-term planning

Impulse buys are tempting, mostly because they are fun. To keep a close eye on things, we recommend introducing a 7-day waiting period. The chances are that by the time is up, you won’t even remember what it was you had to have that instant just 1 week ago.

Buying coffee on the way to work every day

Coffee is something millions of us buy but for the sake of a few dollars a day what are getting that you can’t get at home with a little practice? Calculate how much you will spend in a typical month, and then imagine this is the amount you’re being asked to pay for that first cup of coffee tomorrow morning. Then remember that if you walk on by, you’ll soon have all of that money sat in your savings.

“I’m a big coffee drinker, but I’ve been amazed at how much I’ve saved by cutting down. Now I just buy one cup on my way to work on payday as a little treat” — says Simon Lamper, Head of Finance at Paper Writing Service.

Opting to skip the bulk buying offers in the supermarket

Supermarkets offer bulk buys all the time, so why don’t you take advantage of them? The great thing about buying in bulk is that if you pick a couple of different things a week, you can easily build up a significant addition to your savings. Browsing the offers online before you go to the store is the best way to do it in a structured and targeted manner.

Not using Amazon’s subscribe and deals website

Subscribing and saving on Amazon is a great way to save money on those everyday household nonperishables like dishwasher tablets and laundry liquid. It only takes a couple of clicks, and you can start saving anywhere from 5-15% with every subsequent order. Plus, they’ll deliver it at a set time every month too. And don’t forget to take advantage of those deals website for great discounts and vouchers. There are over 40,000 discounted products between 30%-99% off on Vipon everyday, you will save dozens of hours and hundreds of dollars by shopping on Vipon.com.

Putting off small home maintenance jobs

Put off a small job, and it will just become a big job. The issue here is that it will then take 10 times as much time, money, and effort to fix as it would have done had you taken care of it straight away. Be pragmatic, and ensure you stay on top all these annoying little jobs.

Smoking and drinking

If you want to find a simple approach to saving, then you need to start examining all of those little habits you’ve gotten into over the years. Smoking and drinking are two of the most common examples, and yet millions of us would never think about quitting or cutting back purely to save money. If you calculate how much you’ll spend in a year, what you could spend it on instead, plus all of the health benefits, then it becomes something of a no-brainer.

Taking your phone to bed at night

When you get into bed, it’s really time to sleep. Taking your phone with you may seem like second nature, but why do you need to lie there on social media or YouTube for 2 hours? Your mind and body are tired, which means you need to disconnect and power down for the night. Buy an old school alarm clock, leave your charger in the living room, and get the uninterrupted full night’s sleep you need to be productive. 

Buying the most expensive clothes you can afford

Shopping for the most expensive outfit you can afford is natural because it will typically mean you get something of higher quality. What you need to think about, however, is whether or not it’s necessary. Give yourself a 7 day cooling off period, during which you only look at cheaper outfits from more affordable stores. This will often be all you need to persuade yourself that stuff on sale for half the price is just as good.

Final Thoughts

Now that you’ve seen 10 of the everyday habits that are costing you money, you need to start changing things. Make one change a day, and in less than 2 weeks you’ll notice a real change to the monthly outlay. Once you get it under control, you’ll be amazed at how quickly your savings start to grow.

Best Wishes,
Written by James Daily