Below is the link for the radio column from June. We talked about vacationing frugally. Take a listen and see if you have anything to add:
http://www.cbc.ca/mainstreetpei/episodes/2012/06/28/frugal-vacations---liz-mackay/
Frugality is being more economical and less wasteful.
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Avonlea Village PEI
Everyone who seems to come to PEI, comes to see Anne. I have lived here for 15 years and have never gone to anything Anne. It's so experience. It's around $65 for a family pass for the day to Avonlea Village. With a CAA card you save an extra 10%. That gave me a little hope to try to rationalize going for a day with our family. After searching around their site that I found out that your day pass counts for a second day admission so that you are able to enjoy all of the events! 2 days for 1 price. That sounds a little more worth while to me.
However, it's still a little expensive for us. Well, from September 1-19, the rate gets substantially cheaper! It's $6 per adult and children under 12 are free. That means instead of $65 for my family it would be $10.80 for my family (remember, the CAA discount, even without it, it's still only $12 for a family).
Totally worth it to wait until September to be able to enjoy the wonderful village of Avonlea and live life with Anne and Diana for a day.
September is the most frugal time to visit PEI if you're looking to save money on your vacation.
What are your favourite attractions on PEI?
Enjoy your day!
March Break ideas
March Break may have happened where you are, or is about to happen (where we are). If you're wondering about some ideas to do on March Break, I have two links for you to try.
One is from our archives from last year with a list of ideas to occupy one's family while on a staycation. Check it out and let me know what else you would like to add to the list.
The other link is to a friend's blog, her link is always on the right side of blog under Other Frugal Blogs. She is Sondra from Island Family Living. On her blog, she has a post with a list of ideas to do here on the Island for March Break. You should check her out.
What are your plans for March Break?
Enjoy your day!
One is from our archives from last year with a list of ideas to occupy one's family while on a staycation. Check it out and let me know what else you would like to add to the list.
The other link is to a friend's blog, her link is always on the right side of blog under Other Frugal Blogs. She is Sondra from Island Family Living. On her blog, she has a post with a list of ideas to do here on the Island for March Break. You should check her out.
What are your plans for March Break?
Enjoy your day!
Frugal March Break Ideas
A lot of us have children that will be having March Break at some point this month, ours is next week. Children are generally excited to just have the time off from school, but if you are looking for something to do that won't cost you anything (well, maybe a $1-2 a person) here are some ideas. PLEASE send in your ideas as well so that we all can benefit.
Have a day learning about your garden in the backyard and get your children to help plant the transplant seeds in containers so that they are ready in time for planting.
Go winter camping in a local field or in your backyard. Or just have a winter campfire.
Go to Crayola.com and find craft ideas.
Have a talent show with their friends and siblings.
Have a spring cleaning morning and then reward your helpers with a movie afternoon, either an old favourite or a freebie from a local gas station. There is one near where I live that kids movies are free.
You can also get free movies, board games and of course books at your local library. Check out events at your local library as they often have free events planned for the break.
Also, check out your local mall for events that may be happening. Here they are having the Discovery Centre at the mall for three days for children to come and learn about planets and stars. All free of course.
Our March Break covers St Patrick's day so have a party and don't forget to wear your green (or orange depending on your heritage and preference).
Go to the local pool for a twonie swim at your local pool.
Attend a matinee at the movie theatre for a $2 show.
Have a day of cooking and baking with your children. Let them pick what to make.
Can't wait to hear your ideas! How are you celebrating March Break?
Enjoy your day!
Have a day learning about your garden in the backyard and get your children to help plant the transplant seeds in containers so that they are ready in time for planting.
Go winter camping in a local field or in your backyard. Or just have a winter campfire.
Go to Crayola.com and find craft ideas.
Have a talent show with their friends and siblings.
Have a spring cleaning morning and then reward your helpers with a movie afternoon, either an old favourite or a freebie from a local gas station. There is one near where I live that kids movies are free.
You can also get free movies, board games and of course books at your local library. Check out events at your local library as they often have free events planned for the break.
Also, check out your local mall for events that may be happening. Here they are having the Discovery Centre at the mall for three days for children to come and learn about planets and stars. All free of course.
Our March Break covers St Patrick's day so have a party and don't forget to wear your green (or orange depending on your heritage and preference).
Go to the local pool for a twonie swim at your local pool.
Attend a matinee at the movie theatre for a $2 show.
Have a day of cooking and baking with your children. Let them pick what to make.
Can't wait to hear your ideas! How are you celebrating March Break?
Enjoy your day!
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