I’ve always wanted to try Couch Surfing to save cash when traveling but the idea of staying with a stranger freaks me out, so today we’re fortunate to have a guest blogger post from world traveler Jessica Jones. —— We all come across amazing airline deals that we want to snag, but then realize we don’t have money for lodging. Now you can book that flight regardless, thanks to CouchSurfing – the most amazing website on the planet that allows travelers to connect with hosts willing to let...

My L.A. visit last week was fabulous and you know I couldn’t visit the City of Angels without hitting up a few thrift stores. I really hadn’t planned on doing so but I randomly stumbled across a Goodwill location. And then on the next block, I saw two more thrift stores. I stepped into a cheap girl’s heaven. Goodwill (7919 Beverly Blvd.) The store was large, organized and some racks were color coordinated. Yes, yes and yes. However, I didn’t find any clothing I absolutely had to have....

Don’t let the frigid temps cramp your style. Adorable coats under $100. Get 30% off at Old Navy, Gap and Banana Republic. 5% of your purchase goes to Teach for America. DIY projects make me giddy. Instead of spending $42 for an Anthropologie necklace, make your own! Studded boots: Splurge on these $1342 Jimmy Choos or save with the $22.90 Urban Original version. Nope, I’ve never heard of Urban Original either but at a savings of more than $1300, you can’t go wrong. Sorry for not posting yesterday,...