Summer is fast approaching and soon we’ll be renting cars and traveling all around Canada (and maybe the US too). But the process of renting a car and getting a good deal is so aggravating! My friend, Jawaad, prepared a comprehensive article that explains how to get a good deal on car rentals. He compares different rent-a-car rental agencies including Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National and Thrifty.
Thanks Jawaad for using the Suggest a Deal form and notifying me 🙂 You can read his article here.
The Panasonic GigaRange Phone with an answering machine, caller ID and expandable cordless set is on sale at Staples for $149.99 (regular price $249.99). Since I’m not always at home, I’ve been looking for a good answering machine system for a while now. I’m going to drop by Staples and buy one of these today. Although this model looks dull, it is of very high quality and is very reliable. You can buy this phone online here or from any Staples store.
Today is Best Buy’s Day 6 of 7 days of deals. Today’s deal is a Logitech QuickCam Messenger PC Camera for $19.99 (regular price $44.99). If you need a webcam to chat (video conference) with family and friends go for it and buy this camera. You can get this deal here.
Buy 1 XBox, Playstation 2 or Gamecube controller and get the second for free on the 12th and 13th April, at Zellers! Offer is posted in the upcoming Zellers Flyer. This scorching hot deal is most probably valid in Quebec only. If you live in Quebec and own one of these three gaming consoles this deal is a must!
PartSource has an in-store clearance event. Here is the PartSource Flyer for more details.
Just incase you don’t know what PartSource is:
PartSource is an automotive parts specialty store designed to meet the needs of major purchasers of auto parts – professional automotive installers and serious do-it-yourselfers.
It is owned by Canadian Tire.
Trans-Herb Tea are offering a free sample of their Maple Tea. If you’re interested in trying out their maple tea you can order the free sample here.
Pioneer DVD recorder is on sale at The Source for $149.99 (regular price: $549.99). This deal is only available online, not at brick and mortar stores. At $549.99 this DVD recorder was definitely over priced, but for $149.99 it’s not a bad deal. You can find this deal here.
Staples Business Depot Single Sided 8.5×11 (letter paper) colour copies cost $0.39 until May 9th. One of the lowest prices you’ll get for coloured copies.
Today is Day 5 of Best Buy’s 7 days of deals. Today’s deal is a refurbished Netgear 4-Port WebSafe Router for $14.99 (regular price $24.99). Unfortunately, unless you specifically need a wired router for some reason, this is one crappy deal. If you need to setup a home network so that you can connect to the Internet from more than one computer I strongly recommend you buy a wireless (not a wired) router. I’ll post deals on wireless routers soon.
Here is Best Buy’s cold router deal.
I have several moola.com invitations. If you’re interested in a Moola invitation please send a message using the “Suggest a Deal†form on the right sidebar or just email me or leave comment below. Mention moola invitation so that I know what you’re asking for. It’s first come, first serve.
Once you get my invitation you’ll have 3 new invitations. I’d really appreciate it if you can post these invitations in the comments section for others to join.
If you’re already a Moola member here are a couple of winning tips:
– jot down the numbers 1 2 3 4 5 6 on a piece of paper and cross them out as your opponent plays them. This way you’ll be able to keep track of the numbers played so far.
– Try not to blow your 6 too early, because sometimes it can be used to win ties.
– If the first number in the gold rush is 5, playing a 2 might be a good idea. 2 would win if opponent plays a 1 and wouldn’t be a terrible loss otherwise.
If you have any more tips please post them in the comments section.
Ganaeden is offering a free 8-day, trial-size sample package of several Digestive Advantage products. If you’re interested in their products you can order a free sample here.
The Canadian Senior Years website has comprehensive information on Senior Discounts. If you’re a senior you can get discounts at many Canadian Hotels:
Canadian Hotel Discounts for Seniors
Best Western
Anyone 55 or older receive at least 10% off regular room rates at any of our nearly 2,400 Best Western locations in North America and many of the more than 1,700 locations elsewhere in the world.
Sandman Hotels
Seniors 55 years or better will find fabulous discounts -approximately 25% off regular rates – at all 26 locations throughout Western Canada all year long.
Canadian Pacific Hotels
10% – 30% off regular room (rack) rates to AARP and CARP members. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply.
Choice Hotels International
(includes Clarion, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Econo Lodge, MainStay Suites, Rodeway Inn)
As a 60+ traveler, you are entitled to savings of 20% – 30% (+) when you book in advance at any of our participating hotels in the United States. Just call 1-800-4-CHOICE and request the Sixty Plus Rate. 50+ receive a 10% discount.
Days Inn
All Days Inn hotels offer 10% off standard standard rates to senior citizens with valid proof of age (60 or over) or membership in any Senior Citizen organization, such as AARP, Catholic Golden Age, The Golden Buckeye Club, Human Seniors Association, or The National Council for Senior Citizens. In addition Days Inn has a September Club which offers 15% – 50% discounts. Designed specifically for the active traveler 50 and older, September Days Club allows members to enjoy great discounts of 15% – 50% off standard room rates at more than 1,900 Days Inn hotels. For more information visit
www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/september.
Hilton Hotels
(also includes Doubletree, Embassy Suites, Harrison Conference Centers, Homewood Suites, Hampton Inn, Red Lion)
Another paid membership plan for folks over 60, they guarantee low rates, and 20% off meals at participating restaurants.
Howard Johnson Hotels
AARP members are eligible for 15% to 30% discounts from Howard Johnson and everyone over 55 is entitled to a 10% discount.
Marriott Hotels
Discount with AARP membership. Call 1-888-236-2427 for details. No other discounts that I could find.
Radisson Hotels
Discounts for those 50+. Some hotels will provide upgraded rooms and 15% off food. Discounts vary by hotel, call 1-800-333-3333 for more information.
Travelodge Hotels (includes Thriftlodge)
AARP/CARP members who make advance reservations are given a 15% discount off the regular room rate. 50+ can receive a 10% discount off the regular room rate. Additionally, seniors can also receive in-room coffee, no long distance access charges and free weekday lobby newspapers.
Fairmont Hotels and Resort
Discount varies with each hotel and resort. Ask for senior discount when making reservations.
Aeroplan: Earn Miles with Bell
If you live in Ontario or Quebec you can now earn 1 Aeroplan Mile for every dollar spent on your Bell services that are on One Bill. Pretty hot deal since it’s simple, free and doesn’t cost you an extra penny. You can find more information and enroll here.
Extra Foods Weekly Flyer has a few printable coupons which expire on the 7th of April. Please click on the coupons below to get the printable versions.
Get a free sample of Lacoste Red Perfume for men here
