One of these days we’re going to go on an extended holiday to Australia. I think I’ve wanted to go to Australia ever since I was a young child.

I’d want to spend some time in the Outback but I’d also want to spend time in Sydney and Brisbane. I’m sure there will be a whole itinerary by the time we actually are ready to go on our holiday but for now those three places have made the short list.

We’ll want to keep expenses down while we’re in Australia so I’ve been looking for Hotels in Brisbane and other locations that aren’t too expensive. Luckily I found a site that lists Cheap Hotels in Brisbane
. I’m going to bookmark that site as it looks like it has the lowest prices anywhere!

I’m pretty sure that it will be at least five years before we get to go on this dream trip so we have lots of time to plan.

We’re both animals lovers - going to our zoo here in Toronto regularly to see all the different animals of the world, so when we do go to Australia we’ll have to go on some sight seeing adventures that include getting a look at the local flora and fauna.

If you’ve been to Australia I’d love to hear about your trip and if you have any suggestions of place that are “must see” do let me know.

I enjoy being able to shop online at sites that offer discounts and savings that I just can’t get if I were to go to the store in person. That’s why I like visiting sites like Coupon Chief. Well, to tell you the truth- Coupon Chief is my favorite site to visit when I’m shopping online because there’s always coupon codes for my favorite merchants, which of course means that I walk away with substantial savings, free shipping or sometimes both.

Valentines is coming up so I’m starting to think of what I can get for Tricia. She’s an admitted chocoholic so I know I could get away with just getting her something deliciously chocolatey. I think I’ll look at all of the Chocolatesource coupon codes and see if I can find something mouth watering over there.

I might have found the perfect gift. Tricia was just saying last night how much she’s craving lobster. I don’t think it was a hint for a gift- we do treat ourselves to Lobster or a really nice steak every once in a while and she cooks up a fantastic meal when we do go all out and get food items that we don’t normally eat. However, I just discovered that Coupon Chief has a new merchant- one that might be just perfect right now. Excuse me while I go and take a look at the Lobster Gram deals. Mmmm fresh main lobster. She’d love that.

If you are looking for a particular product or want to buy a gift for someone else don’t forget to look at the hundreds of well known merchants that are listed at Coupon Chief. You will save money when you shop. Honest.

We’ve reached that time of year when everything, and I mean everything is on sale! Not just in stores either - there’s sales all over the place online right now- often better ones that you’ll find in a “walk in” store, and whats even better? If you shop online you’ll avoid all those nasty crowds.

One place to start shopping online is to visit Coupon Chief, the sponsorer of this post, and take a look at all of the different coupons they have for well known name brand stores. As you probably know, many of the stores that you like to shop at in person have online stores too. I know a number of you just love stores like Target, Best buy, and the Gap so why not visit them through Coupon Chief, and pick up some money saving coupons on the way? For example - You can get some great Cingular Wireless coupons right now, like a free flip phone and free shipping with a Coupon Chief coupon code. Check it out. I’m sure you’ll find some great deals.

I know that many of you are looking for ways to save money and keep more of it in your current accounts - am I right? You’d rather spend your extra money on your kids or family I’m sure than pay extra bank charges or higher rates.

I know I feel that way and I can’t be the only one out there that does. I just found a site called the Thrifty Scot and while it’s aimed more for people living in the UK the tips and links on the site can be used by most everyone. I’m sure if I apply some of the advice that I found on the site I’ll end up with more money in our savings accounts.

Wouldn’t you like to find out how to get credit cards with lower rates so that you can keep your savings in your bank accounts rather than paying extra user or interest fees? I even found information on the site on how to help protect yourself from credit fraud. And speaking of credit cards, rates and possibly debts - if you are in need of a loan or information on getting loans you’ll find some great links that will lead you to places offering lower loan rates, and information on getting a loan in the loans section of the Thrifty Scot.

Of the many links on the site I found the sections on home insurance, and the areas that discussed mortgages and remortgages most helpful at this time. We just renewed our mortgage but when it rolls around again I’ve got some new information up my sleeve.

Check out the Thrifty Scot if you are in the UK or if you just want to find ways to save some money on things we all need and use - like home insurance, loans, mortgages, and credit cards.