Oasis of the Seas - Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas Cruise

Oasis of the Seas - Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas Cruise

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, has been the most anticipated new-build to debut since Cunard's Queen Mary 2. Its innovations -- such as the first-ever Boardwalk and Central Park at sea, which uniquely occupy space that's carved out of the middle of the ship -- are already legendary.

The ship features new-to-Royal Caribbean types of eateries that range from spa cuisine to elaborately staged food and wine pairings. Its entertainment district, a hub for late owls, offers ice skating and disco, comedy and jazz, and a three-tiered theater that features a 90-minute version of "Hairspray," the popular Tony Award-winning Broadway show. Particularly dazzling is the ship's AquaTheater, with its deepest-pool-at-sea, which serves as a platform for performers such as divers and synchronized swimmers.

Innovations on Oasis of the Seas are by no means limited to passenger-friendly advances. Royal Caribbean also has introduced a number of new technical and environmental tools that enable the ship to be more efficient and more eco-responsible.

Beyond the innovations of Oasis of the Seas (and its sister Allure of the Seas, which debuted in December 2010), what kind of cruise does it really offer? Will a ship that accommodates 6,296 passengers (when all berths are filled) feel crowded? How can a vessel that's so big -- and that holds so many people -- offer the kind of attentive service that cruise ships are typically known for? And will the hordes descending from Oasis of the Seas in ports such as Nassau, St. Thomas and St. Maarten overwhelm the islands?

Fort De Soto Park / Dog Beach

Fort De Soto Park / Dog Park & Beach - This beach is wonderful, because it has a dog beach. Located by the first peer is a dog park and a dog beach. The park has 2 dog parks, 1 for big dogs and 1 for small dogs. Then a short walk to a beach to where you can take your pet off it's leash and let then run loose on the beach. Take your mans best friend to the beach, go swimming.  let them run loose with out a leash.

2012 Memorial Day Sales at USA Stores

2012 Memorial Day Sales at USA Stores

Memorial Day & USA Online Shopping

Memorial Day is a US holiday observed on the last Monday of May each year. (This year it's May 30th.) It's purpose is to remember those who died in service in the US military.

But you don't have to live in the US to participate in this holiday! In addition to being an occaison for US patriotism, it's also an occaision for USA stores to offer great sales and shopping opportunities. You can use your US address to shop online in the US and take advantage of these 12 Memorial Day sales from anywhere in the world.

Memorial Day Electronics Sales

US electronics shops offer better prices than most countries year-round, but sales are when the deals really get good! Need a new laptop computer? Now is the perfect time!

• Newegg.com
  One of the largest computer and computer parts suppliers and having one of the largest Memorial Day Sales on computers and computer parts. There are promotion codes sprinkled around their website, and if you join their mailing list you'll get an extra, exclusive code.
• Tiger Direct
  The Memorial Day Sale on laptops, HDTVs, and computer parts starts NOW at Tiger Direct. :) Some items even come with free shipping to your US address.
• ZAGG
  If you haven't shopped at this US electronics store yet, now is a great time to check out their 50% offMemorial Day Sale on iPad 2, laptops, and other electronics.
• MacMall
  If you want international shipping on Apple products, don't go anywhere else. MacMall is having an incredible Memorial Day Sale with Macbooks, iPads, iPhones, and iPods up to 100% off after rebate. Yeah, you can get stuff for free. How cool is that?

Memorial Day Clothing Sales

Memorial Day is the official start of the summer season in the US. What better way to celebrate than to buy a new wardrobe to complement the warm weather?

• GAP
  Clothes for women, men and kids are on sale up to 50% off, only at the GAP US online store. You can also get free shipping to your US address without even applying a promotion code!
• Macy's
  One of the most popular online stores in America is observing the holiday with a huge Memorial Day sale on clothing, shoes, handbags, and jewelry. You can even get an extra 15% off and free shipping to your US address if you use the promotional code KICKOFF!
• Coach
  Woo! Many of our members love this designer brand and if you're one of them you'll be happy to know that Coach shoes are on sale at 50% off. A great chance to get a new pair inspired by their latest handbag collections.
• Saks Fifth Avenue
  Save with this Memorial Day Sale on designer apparel, shoes, and handbags for men and women. You can even use the promotion code SHIPMAY to get free shipping!

Memorial Day Sports & Outdoors Sales

Memorial Day is the official start of the summer vacation season in the US. Even if you don't have the day off in your country, use this day to buy something that will take you outside!

• Backcountry.com
  Get up to 40% off hiking, camping, and outdoors equipment during this Memorial Day Sale. Some items are up to 60% off! Planning an adventure?
• Nike Store
  Men's and women's athletic gear has never been cheaper at this popular brand's US online sports store. Popular styles and colors go fast, so hurry up!
• Puma
  Get 30% off shoes, clothing, and sportswear during this Memorial Day Sale from one of the coolest retro style brands in the US. Check out their neat TV spot on their website while you're at it.
• Oakley
  Need some new shades for the coming summer sun? Oakley's Memorial Day sale gives you up to 40% off their popular sunglasses and lifestyle apparel.

Ready to Shop Online in the US and Ship Internationally This Summer?

What are you summer shopping plans? Clothing? Computers? Are you waiting for the perfect discount to come along? Waiting for a specific product to come out? Or are you ready to shop RIGHT NOW? Let us know what you'll be buying this summer in the comments section.

Memorial Day Sales: Online And In Store Discounts This Weekend Only

Memorial Day Sales: Online And In Store Discounts This Weekend Only

Memorial Day is often thought of as a time to gather with friends and family while firing up the grill for the first time of the season. For many, it is also a day to score some great deals at the many Memorial Day sales.

This weekend that kicks off summer is bringing extra savings both in stores and online to customers on everything from tools to apparel. Here are a few of the deals available:

Old Navy is having a Memorial Day weekend event both online and in store. Prices on apparel begin at only $6 per item. Those who choose to shop online receive free shipping on orders over $50.

Gap is having an online Memorial Day sale that ends on Monday. The store is offering up to 50% off of select clothing items on their website. In addition, many coupon codes that were sent to customers are stackable on top of the sale prices. Customers can also get free shipping on orders of over $50.

K-Mart is having a two-day online only Memorial Day sale that ends on Saturday. Customers can get 5 to 30% off of selected items in all categories from clothing to patio furniture. The site also has free shipping on orders over $59.

Sears is having a sale both online and in store throughout the weekend. Special two day deals good through Saturday can give customers discounts on everything from electronics to furniture. The Memorial Day sale also allows customers the ability to purchase swimwear at up to 60% off and appliances at up to 30% off. Apparel is also up to 60% off. No category was left out of this sale as even home and garden items are discounted.

JCPenney has an online only Memorial Day sale with everything on site being reduced by as much as 50% off. This includes apparel, swimwear, shoes, bedding and outdoors. Customers can get free shipping on orders over $69 or $2.99 shipping to store for orders under $69.

Kohls is offering 15% off storewide in addition to their night owl and early bird power hours. Night owls can shop Friday online from 2pm to midnight central time or in store 3pm to 11pm local time. Early Birds can shop Saturday 12am to 3pm central time online or 7am to 1pm local time in store. Examples of early bird and night owl specials include 50% off swimwear and shoes during power hours. Customers also earn $10 in Kohls cash for every $50 they spend during the sale.

Macys website is offering discounts over the weekend with extra discounts on their swimwear and beach towels. Customers can receive an extra 15-25% off depending on the item. They can also get free shipping on their order.

Amazon and Barnes & Noble continue to battle it out with the e-readers. Amazon has its lowest price Kindle this weekend at $114 while the Nook is $139 and available June.

Memorial Day Sales 2012

Memorial Day Sales 2012

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Travel

• Hotels.com: Up to 30% off Memorial Day Sale
  
• Travelzoo.com: Travel deals (airfare from $39+, 50% off Orlando hotels, and more)
  
• Expedia.com: Memorial Day Weekend Hotel Deals from $37+!

Babies and Kids

• Gymboree: Memorial Day Sale (Everything $12.99 and under)
  
• The Children's Place: $5 Days + 15% off w/ code W7D2011 + FREE shipping
  
• Toys R Us: Up to 20% off thousands of items

Clothing & Shoes

• American Eagle: 30% off your entire purchase w/ code 82934281 [Exp 5/30]
  
• Anntaylor Factory Store: Take 40% Off entire order
  
• Anntaylor loft outlet: Take 30% Off your entire loft outlet purchase
  
• Nordstrom: Half-yearly Sale
  
• Saks Fifth Avenue: Memorial Day Saving (50%, 40%, 30%, 20% Off) [Printable Coupon]
  
• Amazon:
  
  • Save ADDITIONAL 20% off on select shoes and accessories [discount shown at checkout]
    
  • Save up to 50% off tees, shorts, swim, and dresses [discount shown at checkout]
• Ecko: Pre-Memorial Day Sale Extra 25% Off Clearance
  
• Backcountry.com: Up to 40% off Memorial Day Sale
  
• 6pm.com: $3.95 flat shipping for a limited time (ships in time for Memorial Day)
  
• Nike.com: EXTRA 20% off clearance with code ALLEYOOP [exp. 5/24]
  
• Reebok:
  
  • 40% off on all sale items w/code "SALE40" [Exp 5/28]
    
  • $10 off any EasyTone Reeinspire w/code "TAKE10" [Exp 5/31]
    
  • Buy any RunTone and get 30% off any apparel w/code "APP30" [Exp 5/26]
    
  • 40% off all Men's and Women's Shorts and tees w/code "APP40" [EXP 5/31]
    
  • Buy any New RealFlex and get 30% off any apparel item w/code "FLEX30" [5/31]
• Gap:
  
  • Extra 30% off sale items with code "GAPSAVE"
    
  • Up to 50% off Memorial Day Event
    
  • 25% off your regularly priced purchase w/code "NEW"
• Payless Shoes: 20% off your entire order w/code "47010" [Printable Coupon]
  
• Macys: Extra 10%-15% off Memorial Day Sale w/code "kickoff" [Printable Coupon]
  
• Last Call By Neiman Marcus: Extra 40% off site wide (No coupon codes required)
  
• Timberland : 20% off your entire purchase w/code: "MEMO11" [Printable Coupon]
  
• Oakley: Memorial Day Sale (free shipping on orders $100+)
  
• Abercrombie: 25% off your entire purchase w/code "10062" [printable coupon]
  
• Coach Factory: 30% off your entire purchase [printable coupon]
  
• Kohl's: Memorial Day 2-Day Specials + EXTRA 15% Off w/ code "MAY15PLUS5"
  
• JCPenney: Super hot buys in ALL departments
  
• Hollister: 25% off your entire purchase w/code "30062" [printable coupon]
  
• Jos. A. Bank: Memorial Day DOORBUSTERS + FREE shipping, no minimum
  
• PUMA: Extra 30% off entire purchase until 5/30

Home/Garden

• Home Depot: $5 OFF gallon cans & $20 OFF 5-gallon pails of paint
  
• 1-800 flowers.com: Memorial Day Flowers & Gifts [Delivered by Memorial Day 5/30]
  
• Walgreens: $5 off $30 w/code "memorial5" or $10 off $60 w/code "memorial10"
  
• Brylane Home: 20% off your highest priced item w/code "BHVALUE20"
  
• Macy's: Memorial Day Furniture Sale! Save an EXTRA 10% off!
  
• PETCO: 20% off sitewide Memorial Day Sale [5/27 - 5/30]
  
  • $5 off $45+ order coupon [exp. 5/27]

Electronics/Tech

• Best Buy: Memorial Day Sale (two days only, 5/29-5/30)
  
• AT&T: U-verse TV + internet from $49/month (plus more offers)
  
• Newegg: Memorial Day Sale!
  
• Dell Financial Services: 20% off any D630 or D830 laptop w/ code: 20PD630&D830Lap [valid 5/27-5/30]
  
• HP: Memorial Day Sale + 3 Coupons & Free Shipping
  
  • 25% off orders $999.99 or more w/ code SUMMER25
    
  • $50 off printer purchase $249.99 or more w/ code SUMMER50
    
  • $10 off $50 w/ code SUMMER10 (exclusions apply)
• Lenovo: Memorial Day Sale + 10% off orders $899+ w/ code AMERICAN10
  
• ZAGG: 50% off almost everything Memorial Day Sale
  
• Creative Labs: 25% off store wide until 5/30
  
• TigerDirect.com: Memorial Day Weekend Sale
  
• MacMall: Sale items up to 100% off after rebate
  
• Buy.com: Memorial Day Sale

Other

• Overstock.com: FREE shipping all weekend long [5/26 - 5/30]
  
• Snapfish: 50% off your entire purchase w/code "50ALLCART"
• Baja Fresh: $2 off $7 or $5 off $15 [Printable Coupon]
  
• MusiciansFriend.com: Pre-Memorial Day Sale (up to $500 off w/ code MEM11) [exp. 5/23]
  
• Luggageguy.com: Memorial Day Sale - Take an EXTRA 30% off "MDWLG" [exp. 6/5/11]
  
• Dave and Busters: Free $10 gameplay [Printable Coupon]
  
• MLB.com: 20% off Clearance items [no promo codes needed]
  
• Microsoft Graduation/Back to School Sale: Free Xbox 360 with purchase of a Window 7 PC $699 or more! (STUDENTS ONLY)
  
• Restaurant.com: 80% off most Restaurant.com purchases w/ code "FLAG" [exp. 5/31]
  
• Boston Market: 50% OFF a Family Meal on Memorial Day [5/30]
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A Guide to the Best Labor Day Sales - US News and World Report

A Guide to the Best Labor Day Sales - US News and World Report

Shoppers, take your marks: Retailers are offering juicy deals this Labor Day weekend in hopes of getting people to loosen up the tight grip on their cash. "Retailers know it still takes incentives to bring people into stores and encourage them to buy, so we're seeing a lot of aggressive promotions," says Ellen Davis, vice president at the National Retail Federation.

[In Pictures: 8 Painless Ways to Save Money.]

Some of the steepest discounts are on children's clothing and mid-range electronics (items in the $400 to $500 range), which some retailers take losses on in order to get customers into their stores, Davis says. She adds that back-to-school sales are still going strong in many regions, since not all schools have started the school year. According to a recent Chase Slate-U.S. News Consumer Monitor, about 4 in 10 respondents said their back-to-school budget was smaller than last year, and many shoppers are waiting until the last minute to start spending.

Amazon and Wal-Mart are leading the pack with incredible deals, says Brad Wilson, publisher of www.BradsDeals.com. For a few items, however, he says patience will pay off: Prices on E-Readers, 3D televisions, and tablet PCs will drop even more over the next month or two.

The hot summer means that many stores are running low on warm-weather clothes. As a result, retailers are featuring fall items early. "A lot of retailers are trying to get shoppers to think about cooler weather," says Davis. Retailers are also keeping a close eye on Hurricane Earl, which could complicate shopping plans on the East Coast.

Here's a guide to the best Labor Day deals:

JC Penney is offering free shipping on online orders over $49, and taking 50 percent off furniture and mattresses. Shoppers can find discounts throughout the store, on everything from clothes to jewelry to home-related goods.

[For more money-saving tips, visit the U.S. News's Alpha Consumer blog.]

If you're in the mood to take advantage of the three-day weekend with some do-it-yourself projects, Home Depot makes it easy: The store is featuring grills, paint, and bathroom gear, such as vanities and faucets. In many cases, online shoppers can get free shipping, as well as 10 percent off energy-saving appliances such as washers and dryers.

Macy's Labor Day sale covers clothes, luggage, jewelry, furniture, kitchen gear, and more. Online shoppers who spend more than $99 can get free shipping, and clearance items are an additional 25 percent off.

While Target tends to avoid announcing specific sales in advance, the store features weekly discounts all year through newspaper circulars. It also recently announced a new service for shoppers: Coupons delivered directly to your cell phone. Shoppers can sign up at Target.com.

Lovers of the outdoors can find discounts of up to 30 percent off at REI, which is featuring camping gear, sporty clothing, and accessories such as Nalgene bottles. A four-person tent, which normally sells for $349, is marked down to $250, while select canoes are 15 percent off.

At CVS, shoppers can take 25 percent off of beauty products, including Revlon and L'Oreal brands, through September 6. Online shoppers can take advantage of free shipping on orders over $49 as well as $10 off orders of at least $50. (Just enter LABORDAY50 at checkout.)

[Visit the U.S. News Personal Finance site for more insight and money management tips.]

Best Buy's end-of-summer sale focuses on enhancing at-home entertainment centers. Shoppers can snag a Samsung 46-inch HDTV and Blu-ray player for just under $1,000 and get as much as 15 percent off television stands. Movies and video games are also on sale. But shoppers in the market for 3D televisions might want to wait to buy until the holidays, says Wilson, when prices are expected to fall dramatically.