deals

Deals are transactions which are typically considered to be bargains; in other words, they are advantageous to the consumer. Any sale or discount at a store or hotel or for an event can be a deal. Promotions for items cover the spectrum from beauty products, clothes, electronics, and food, to hotel and flight savings. Many sites scour promotional emails so you don’t have to, and post the best ones online.

For example in the world of travel, Gadling, the LA Times Travel Deals blog, and AirfareWatchdog are examples of sites that provide information on travel bargains.

Diehard bargain hunters often join forums where the popularity of a deal is voted up or down. Deal forums include FatWallet, and DealNews. Some sites allow consumers to strike their own deals by bidding on such items as consumer electronics or travel services.

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• Your Black Friday Deals List of Lists

  
  Frugalista — Authority: 479
  Youve probably heard that the Black Friday ads for a lot of retailers are all over the Web. Here are links to the ads and resources Ive seen:   The Why Wait? List Amazon is having tons of daily deals now instead of waiting for Black Friday. A nice gift I see on there right now: the Planet Earth DVD set for ...
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• American Roadhouse: 3 Canned Goods = BOGO Entrees through Dec. 4

  
  Atlanta on the Cheap — Authority: 145
  Want to save a bit on dinner out? Through December 4, if you bring three canned goods with you to American Roadhouse, you’ll get BOGO entrees. Per Rana at the AJC, the deal has a few catches: 1) It’s...
  12 hours ago

• Lowest Airfare from Milwaukee (MKE) to Flint (FNT) $169*,Dec 07-Dec 14, Book Now on CheapOair.com

  
  Vacation Visitor Info Travel Deals — Authority: 143
  *All are Round Trip Fares.*Fares Postd on 11-23-2009
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• Budget Fashion Find: Spring Shoes

  
  The Cheap Girl — Authority: 145
  Budget Fashion Find: Spring Shoes Just a reminder that today is the last day to get an additional 25% discount on all clearance items from Spring Shoes. This is an awesome deal if you can snag a pair in your size. As we all know in clearance sales, the sizes go pretty quickly! Click here to shop the sale event ...
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• Select Comfort Black Friday Deals and More!

  
  The Sassy Saver — Authority: 446
  Some of you may remember my giveaway for the Select Comfort In Balance Bed Pad.  I wanted to report that it is still going strong and keep us at the perfect temperature while we sleep.  One thing I have noticed is that the bed gets warmer faster when we get into it.  This is a nice addition to it keeping us cooler ...
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• J&R 2009 Black Friday Ads

  
  J&R's Blog — Authority: 123
  Here are our first 2 Black Friday ads, one from the New York Post, the other from AM New York. The prices in the ads are valid 11/27/09 - 11/30/09, unless otherwise noted. More ads will be inserted into this post as they become available, so make sure you check back often!(click images to enlarge)  [...]
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• shopping vegan at the 99 Cent Only store (read: being broke AND awesome)

  
  vegansaurus! — Authority: 573
  I love the 99¢ Only chain. I mean, it’s dirty, has hella long lines, and may be actively displacing the people of West Oakland, but shit. 99 CENTS ONLY! If you can look beyond the box of frozen sausage marinara for kids and neon green “less than 2% avocado” guacamole, you’ll find a veganic wonderland of ...
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• 50% off Tickets to Christian McBride and Inside Straight or Dayton Contemporary Dance Company’s color-ography at The Rialto Center

  
  Atlanta on the Cheap — Authority: 145
  The Rialto Center for the Arts is having a Half-Off Holiday sale. Through December 18, you can snag tickets to Christian McBride and Inside Straight or the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company’s...
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• Deal Of The Day: Take 50% Off Cardigans From Martin + Osa

  
  shefinds — Authority: 149
  Embellished everything is in right now, which means your trusty cardigan doesn’t have to be a standard v-neck button down. Sequins, ruffles, and trendy shapes are smart updates for this classic style, especially when they’re half off. This distinctive, moto-styled cardigan ($75 from $150) looks edgy when ...
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• Eneloop Rechargeable Batteries Family Pack $24.99 @ Dell Canada

  
  BargainMoose Canada — Authority: 489
  Christmas is coming… and we know what that means… batteries!? Seriously, if you have a few kids, you’ll probably be experienced in the Christmas day battery hunt, as new toys arrive that need power. That’s why I think this Eneloop family pack of batteries and a charger is a really handy deal from Dell Canada. ...
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• Struggling Playboy outsources business ops

  
  BloggingStocks — Authority: 670
  Filed under: Forecasts , Deals , Employees Playboy Enterprises ( PLA ) announced Tuesday that it will outsource all of its publishing operations -- save editorial -- to American Media Inc., reports the Wall Street Journal (subscription required). The Florida-based firm will take the reins on Playboys ...
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• Cyber Monday Deals 2009: Amazing Deals at Cyber Monday Sales 2009

  
  wisnuaji dot com — Authority: 521
  Cyber Monday 2009 Deals Are Available at Many Online RetailersCyber Monday deals 2009 are as exciting as Black Friday sales 2009. Why? Cyber Monday deals refer to the fabulous sales that online retailers will showcase the Monday after Thanksgiving (aka Cyber Monday). While Black Friday has a rich, traditional past, ...
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• Kmart Bluelight Specials – November 26-29

  
  Sweepstakes & Contest List Directory — Authority: 175
  Bluelight Specials for 11/26-11/29 THURSDAY to SUNDAY from 1PM-6PM! Kids Route 66 Graphic Tees $3.99 (Reg. $7.99) Essential Home 7.5′ x 9.5′ Rug in a Bag $34.99 (Reg. $69.99) All Multi-Roll Wrap 50% Off (Reg. $7.99) Don’t forget to follow @KmartDealsnNews and use the #KmartBLS hashtag for a ...
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• EVOS-Sandy Springs: Free Airfries & Drink with Burger or Wrap Purchase on Nov. 28

  
  Atlanta on the Cheap — Authority: 145
  Attention GA Tech & UGA fans: Wear your gold & white or red & black on November 28 & head to EVOS in Sandy Springs for a deal. If you show your team spirit, you’ll receive free...
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• Black Friday TV sales: Where are the best plasma TV deals?

  
  Consumer Reports Electronics Blog — Authority: 578
  For those of us thinking about heading out to buy a TV on Black Friday , where to get the best deals can be a bit confusing. One thing we found is that often pricing on highly promoted sets from major brands such as Panasonic, Samsung and Sony, vary by only a few dollars from chain to chain. That will allow you to ...
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• Chloe Handbags Sale

  
  The Cheap Girl — Authority: 145
  Chloe Handbags Sale Explore the exquisite range of handbags from fashion house, Chloé. These flirty designs are top choices for some of today’s hottest celebrities. Click here to get your invite
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• Amazon Black Friday Deals Week – Tuesday’s Lightning Deals

  
  webnhance.com — Authority: 164
  Every day this week, Amazon brings you lightning deals all day long. Amazon Black Friday Deals Week – Video Games Tuesday’s Deals Clues listed below. Title and price revealed at times listed below. 6AM PST / 9AM EST Smackdown vs Raw 2010 8AM PST / 11AM EST Saw 9AM PST / ...
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• Interlude (Starring Petunia P-Diddly Pantelones)

  
  t h e (c h l o e) c o n s p i r a c y — Authority: 138
  Every once in awhile Petunia (aka P-Diddly) has to make the rounds to make sure everything is okay. Here she is, shoving her butt in my face on Sunday: She is checking up to see how the final edit of her tragically-titled-memoir If You Give a Chihuahua A Cheeseburger: One Chihuahuas Tale of Loving P. Diddy ...
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• Holiday Gift Guide Round One: Your Ideas for Gifts on the Cheap

  
  Atlanta on the Cheap — Authority: 145
  I’m putting the final touches on the gift guide’s restaurants & specific gift posts. But here’s Round 1—Your ideas for holiday gifts on the cheap:From Traci R.: Check the gift shops at area...
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• Garmin Nuvi 885T GPS Navigation System $299

  
  This GPS — Authority: 137
  Filed under: Garmin , Nuvi BuyDig.com has the Garmin nuvi 885T GPS Navigation System for $299 with free shipping. US map and Canada & Puerto Rico with six million points of interest MSN Direct compatible, MicroSD card slot, 4.3″ widescreen display Voice-activated navigation, turn-by-turn directions, ...
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