Everyday Food for Busy People
So far this summer, my family has spent 60 hours in the car together on two different road trips. And we still like each other! But that’s another post.
Today, I want to talk about how to save money on food for a road trip or vacation. This is a subject I’ve talked about before. It’s important to me, because it’s part of what has enabled us to afford trips together.
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Who’s ready for summer fun? Have I got a list for you today! I’ve teamed up with more than 85 other bloggers to bring you ideas for inexpensive family fun all over the country.
Yesterday, I shared how to eat on vacation (or stay-cation) without breaking the bank. Today, you can start planning where you want to go and what you want to do. Check out this list, then pack up your picnic and load up the car! [Read more...]
Instead of the usual weekly menu and grocery list, I’m participating with several other bloggers doing a series about Stay-cations. Tomorrow I’ll have links to the other posts for you. If you’d like to print a menu + grocery list, please check out the “Menus and Planners” tab at the top of the site.
Raise your hand if you have a stay-cation planned this year. With the price of gas and everything else, it makes a lot of sense to stay close to home and take in the local activities. After you budget for all the fun stuff you want to do, it’s time to think about feeding everyone. Boy, can that add up quick!
It is possible to eat at home on vacation without feeling like you’re slaving away over a hot stove. And it’s the best way to save money. We’ve been known to take our food on vacation with us, even if we’re traveling long distances. Lots of people do this if they are camping or going to the beach, but we’ve even done it in Disney World. So I know it’s possible to do it at home, make it special and keep it simple all at the same time. [Read more...]
Phoebe is letting me guest post again on her blog, Cents to Get Debt Free. This is the second post in a two part series on Frugal Vacations. This time I wrote about Staycations. Pop over there and share your fun ideas for a staycation.
