5 Reasons to Book Your 2019 Disney World Vacation Now!

on June 19, 2018

I’ve already had readers asking me when they should book their trips for next year, so I’m excited to share that Disney World has released 2019 packages and room rates!

Here are five reasons to consider booking your 2019 Disney World vacation now:

1) Making a Disney World package reservation only requires a $200 deposit which is totally refundable up to 30 days before your trip. You’ll have lots of time to set money aside and accumulate discounted Disney gift cards to pay off the balance on your trip! Read more...

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Easy Father’s Day Gift Ideas for ANY Budget!

on June 9, 2018

Father’s Day is fast approaching but don’t worry if you haven’t found the perfect gift yet – I’m here to help! Here are a bunch of ideas for practical and thoughtful Father’s Day gifts for any budget.

Gillette Mach3 Gift Set for $7 Shipped

Get a fantastic deal on a Gillette Mach3 gift set here. Or upgrade to a monthly plan and keep the blades coming all year!

$25 Jiffy Lube Gift Certificate for $20 from CardCash

Head to CardCash and enter promo code FATHERSDAY to save an extra 5% on top of already discounted gift cards for Dad! Read more...

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How Priority Pass Can Elevate Your Airport Experience + Special Father’s Day Discount!

on June 8, 2018

I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own. 

Can you imagine grabbing a hot shower, some delicious food, and complimentary alcohol all while waiting for your next flight at the airport? If you are a frequent traveler like I am then this probably sounds too good to be true.

Airport lounges provide an oasis in the midst of the hustle and bustle of traveling, and it’s possible that you’ve walked past them before and never know they were there. Read more...

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The BEST Deal All Year on a Costco Membership!

on June 6, 2018

If you have never had a Costco membership (or previously had a membership that expired before February 1st, 2018) then check out this fantastic deal on a Costco Membership Package from Groupon!

For $60, you’ll get:

  • a year of Gold Membership ($60 value alone) for you and another household member
  • a $20 Costco gift card
  • Coupon for a Free Kirkland Signature AA Batteries 72 ct ($19.99 value)
  • Coupon for a Free Kirkland Signature Disinfecting Wipes Variety 4-Pack ($9.99 value)
  • Coupon for $10 off Fresh Meat (beef, chicken, pork, or fish; excludes deli items), and
  • Coupon for $25 off an order of $250 on Costco.com

This is by FAR the best deal you’ll get on a Costco membership all year so jump on it if you are interested – this fantastic deal on a Costco membership package is only available for a limited time but you have until September 29th, 2018 to activate your membership. Read more...

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Brandless: Quality Items All $3 Each + Free Shipping on Your First Order!

on May 27, 2018

I tried out some products from Brandless this week, a new site on which every item is $3. I try out lots of deals and new sites for the blog and I only share the winners with you. Brandless is one I think you’ll want to check out!

Brandless products aren’t tested on animals and they don’t use over 400 harmful ingredients like parabens, polypropylene, phthalates, and sulfates in any of their beauty products. Read more...

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April 2018 Income Report: $3,433

on May 20, 2018

I’m sharing another income report to help answer the number one question I get asked about my work, which is “How do you make money blogging, anyway?”

I have to pinch myself most days that I am able to pay the bills thanks to the blog. I didn’t dare to dream it would reach this point when I started The Frugal South as a hobby in October of 2014.

But about a year ago I saw the potential for this blog to make money and decided to treat it as a business instead of a hobby. Read more...

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Father’s Day Gift Idea: Gillette Mach3 Gift Set Only $7!

on May 15, 2018

Looking for an easy Father’s Day gift that won’t break the bank? Click here to get $3 off your first Gillette On Demand order – that brings the Mach3 starter set down to only $7 for the handle and four blades!

You can choose to continue sending a box every one to six months, or you can easily cancel online after the first box. I have personally given this as a gift and it was very easy to cancel. Read more...

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The Easy Way to FINALLY Reach Your Savings Goals + $25 Bonus To Get You Started!

on May 6, 2018

I have a secret weapon for saving money and I’m sharing it with you today! I use a free Captial One 360 savings account to automatically set money aside for various needs every month. I’ll show you how to set up an account and automate your savings to finally save that money you have been meaning to save!

Before I had this savings hack in place, I struggled to put money aside in a savings account. Read more...

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New MoviePass $7.95/Month Plan – What Do You Think?

on May 4, 2018

I’ve had a few friends try MoviePass – the in-theater movie subscription service – and I’m curious. I’m not a big movie-goer due to the cost involved, but I think I might have to give the service a try!

For a limited time, MoviePass is offering a $7.95/month plan that allows you to three movies per month and a three month trial of iHeartRadio all-access. They also offer a $9.95/month plan that allows you to see a new movie every day if you wanted. Read more...

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Disney’s Pop Century Resort Review: Is It Actually a Good Value?

on May 1, 2018


Walt Disney World resorts are split into three main categories: Value, Moderate, and Deluxe. Value resorts are the most affordable and the most basic in terms of amenities.

Today I’m sharing a thorough review of Pop Century, one of Disney’s Value resorts, with a focus on what you get for your money when staying there. Is Pop Century actually a good value? Read on to find out what I think!

What It Costs

What you will pay for a room at the Pop Century Resort varies greatly depending on what time of year you visit. Read more...

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2018 Goals: April Update

on April 30, 2018

How amazing that we are almost a THIRD of the way through 2018 already! I figured it was time for a goals update since I did the first quarter review in my PowerSheets earlier this month.

I have come to love the PowerSheets monthly “Tending List”. It is exactly what has been missing from my goal-setting in the past, which is a way to translate my yearly and monthly goals into something I can work towards every day! Read more...

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Instant Pot Ham & White Bean Soup

on April 22, 2018

Like many of you, I am IN LOVE with my Instant Pot (generic version, not sure what but it works).

I’m been trying out tons of recipes I used to make in my crockpot and I get a huge thrill when what used to take half a day is ready in like 20 minutes.

The recipes that have turned out best so far have been soups and chilis. I guess it’s because they have plenty of liquid to help the pressure cooker get up to pressure without any issues. Read more...

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How To Start A Blog on a Tight Budget: A Cheapskate’s Guide

on April 21, 2018

As you may have guessed from the title of this blog, I am a cheapskate. I prefer to get as much as possible for free and HATE paying more than I think I should.

I started this blog as a hobby over three years ago on a super low budget. I’ve managed to keep my blogging expenses low and I now earn a full-time income from the blog.

In this post, I’ll share my strategy for blogging on a shoestring budget, and if you are a cheapskate like me, don’t worry! Read more...

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2018 Free Dining at Disney World: Everything You Need to Know!

on April 19, 2018

Free Dining dates for 2018 have been released and you can book them now – get a free quote here!

Disney World’s “Free Dining” offer is by far it’s most popular promotion. It is pretty clear why… FREE FOOD at Disney? Ummm, yes please!

In this post, I’ll answer the most common questions I get asked (e.g. Is it always the best deal? How much can I save?) and share everything you need to know about Free Dining in this post. Read more...

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Introducing My New Disney-Only Site, The Budget Mouse!

on April 10, 2018

I’m so excited to welcome my readers to the new home for my Disney content… The Budget Mouse!

The Frugal South started out as a place to share my money-saving strategies for everything from groceries to entertainment to travel.

Over the past few years it’s become clear that my posts about saving money on Walt Disney World travel are by FAR my most popular posts. So I wrote more Disney posts and The Frugal South grew into a place of about half Disney stuff and half other money-saving stuff… which made it a kinda confusing place! Read more...

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My New “Keep Moving Forward” T-Shirt + Giveaway!

on April 10, 2018

I’m excited to share something I’ve been working on for a while… my first t-shirt design!

I’m a huge Walt Disney fan (I’m sure I’m not alone) and this quote by him is my all-time favorite:

“Around here, however, we don’t look backward for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things, because we’re curious…and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”

This pretty much sums up how I want to live my life. Read more...

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Budget Friendly South Florida With Kids: Miami, Everglades, & Key Largo!

on April 7, 2018

I love visiting South Florida in the winter to get a dose of sunshine and warmth. In this post, I’ll show you how to take an affordable family vacation to Miami, the Everglades, and Key Largo that your kids will love!

Tip #1: Choose Affordable Activities

There are some pretty pricey things to do around South Florida, from harbor cruises to airboat tours. The key to keeping your trip under budget is to find some affordable activities everyone in the family will love. Read more...

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