It is Cyber-Monday and if you are doing some shopping be sure to get some coupons and deals.

 UPDATE: Apparently this promotion is targeted so your mileage may vary.

If you are still traveling from the Thanksgiving holidays you might be interested in these cool TSA travel bags for liquids. Trip Advisor is giving them away for free, but you’ll need to create an account if you don’t have one. In theory they are for select users, but it seems like anybody with an account can get one.

Get your bag while supplies last - they’re bound to go fast!

Just tell them where to send your bag. Available to US residents only. If you need a trip to go with your travel bag, check out our Orbitz coupons and other travel coupons.

I wasn’t always a deal shopper and a coupon clipper, but like all good coverts my new found dedication is strong! I’ve used Deal Locker to save money on everything from groceries at Amazon.com and Adagio premium teas. I’ve saved with electronics coupons and on car rentals! I think I have saved over $100 with free shipping alone, to say nothing of the “dollars off” coupons. I used a $75 off Victoria Secret coupon on my last order (and got a free gift). I pretty much never order anything with out at least 10 or 15% discount. And those savings really add up! I just started adding up all the money I’ve saved and it came to quite a tidy sum, so I decided to treat myself!

After working hard all year, I am craving utter relaxation. I’ve always wanted to totally indulge myself at a spa, so I thought I’d look. I’d love to go to a spa and get all my favorite treatments: facials, hot stone massages, body scrubs and wraps, and then relax by the pool. So I started looking.

I looked on Spafinder and had fun browsing spas in Healdsburg, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Palm Springs. I saw medical spas and spas focusing on skin care. Deciding that I wanted a general sort of day spa and wanted to stay in Northern California, I still have tons of options. I think looking for spas might actually be my new favorite pastime on the Internet - and there are so many great spas on Spafinder!

Finally I decided on The Lodge at Sonoma so that I didn’t have to travel, that helped keep the budget down, and the lodge looks fabulous! It’s in wine country, which is beautiful and the interior of the spa is so luxurious! There’s marble and fountains and candles everywhere, and soft couches to sink into. The best part is that I have actually saved enough money on Deal Locker to pay for pretty much the whole thing! My relaxation won’t be compromised by trying to save money or worrying about the cose.

I think I’m going to go for the Grapeseed Antioxidant Facial, a spa manicure and pedicure, and a hot stone massage. In between treatments, I’ll probably relax in front of the fireplace and eat well too. I can’t wait to get going - I am ready to relax! Oh, and I won’t forget to spend a penny more than I have to money with Spafinder coupons.

But enough about my spa getaway. My boyfriend is not really a Spa guy, and he is not really the online shopper I am. He doesn’t sit in front of a computer all day like I do, but since I’ve started showing him the savings, he is beginning to come around, plus I always print out the printable coupons and tip him off to the sales I read (and write) about here.

So, when I shared with him how much I’ve saved by using DealLocker, he decided to tally up his savings as well. And what do you know - with my help he has saved almost as much as I have! Since I was going to the spa he decided he needed to relax they we he likes best… watching movies and sports on TV. It may be a stereotype, but he loves electronics. I mean, he loves them. Set him loose in a Best Buy and it can be hours before I get him out of there.

We started checking out the Best Buy website (because I didn’t feel like spending hours in the store!) He immediately gravitated toward the plasma TVs. He’s been thinking about a 42-inch plasma TV so it wasn’t too crazy expensive. However, after figuring out how much he saved from DealLocker, he’s starterd to eye the 58″ plasma TVs! It’s a dream come true for him. Especially because he can get free shippingon Best Buy purchases from DealLocker.

Now we’ll both be all set for the winter - me with my spa getaway and him with his big plasma TV… and you can bet that we’ll be doing our Christmas shopping with coupons and discounts from DealLocker!

What would you buy with your savings? Were would you go? With savings on everything from arts and crafts to electronics to travel, there’s no end to what you can save! How about using some of your savings on Christmas gifts? Or to plan a trip to somewhere sunny in the middle of winter - maybe a cruise?

Let us know what your doing with the money you’ve saved.

Although credit cards can cause a lot of headaches and problems (not to mention debt!), they can also be a wonderful tool. The key is to make sure that you are in control, of the credit card, and that it is not in control of you! These tips will help you stay a responsible and happy credit card user.

1. Pay off your balance: If at all possible, pay off your entire credit card balance every month. This can’t be overstated! Unless you absolutely do not have the money, pay off the balance. It is never a good idea to only pay the minimum. Remember, the credit card companies are the ones who set the minimum payment, and they do it to their advantage, not yours. Pay off the balance!
2. Keep track of your credit cards: Don’t lend them out, don’t give duplicates to your children, don’t let your friend borrow your credit cards.
3. Don’t use one card to pay off another: Except in very specific situations, it’s not a good idea to juggle your debt by switching it from one credit card to another. This will just get you deeper in debt.
4. Keep track of your balance: Keeping the receipts for your credit card purchases will help you to keep track of how much you have charged. If you never charge more than you are able to pay off, you will not end up as a slave to your debt.
5. Avoid late fees: Make sure that you always pay your bill before it is due. Leave time for the payment to get to the office and be processed. In fact, you should try to pay your bill as soon as you receive it. This way, you can’t lose it or forget to pay it. Late fees not only add up quickly, but a late payment can also cause your APR to rise.
6. Don’t max out cards: Experts recommend never using more than 75% of your credit limit. That way, you will still be able to use the cards in case of an emergency, and your interest or an unexpected purchase will not put you over your limits, causing more fines.
7. Always read your monthly statements! It is much easier to fix mistakes and false charges right after they happen rather than waiting months and then trying to get to the bottom of it. In dealing with your credit card bills, knowledge is your best weapon.

Credit cards can be extremely useful. You can often get special deals just for using a credit card, earn cashback awards or discounts, and receive protection for lost, stolen, or defective merchandise if you have bought it on a credit card. Just make sure that you, and not the credit card companies, are benefiting from your credit card!

If you are a Sky Miles member (Delta’s Frequent flier program) and rent from Budget Rent a car, is a great deal!

For a limited time, SkyMiles Members can save up to 20% off and earn quadruple bonus miles on rentals of three consecutive days or more. This offer is valid on all car groups at any participating Budget airport locations in the U.S. through December 15, 2007. Use this link and the coupon code is MUAZ0093.

This offers requires a 24-hour advanced reservation. Choose from a large selection of cars, at the most convenient airport locations and enjoy great value and service from Budget.