Coupons

According to CNN, we can pack up our winter coats and dust off our spring wardrobe, because the warm weather is here to stay. This is good news for those of us on the cusp of the beloved, week-long hiatus from school known as Spring Break.

Before you pack up your family for some fun in the sun, check out these top coupons collected by FreeShipping.org to save on Spring Break essentials.

1. Ulta
Take $10 off orders of $60 or more through March 31 with coupon code 80531.

2. Aeropostale
Save 30% on any purchase through March 18 with code FRIEND30.

3. Lands' End
Save 25% of all things swim plus get free shipping from Lands' End on orders of $50 or more through March 19.

4. Sierra Trading Post
Take 20% off any order through April 4 with code ACJSPRING2.

5. Bath & Body Works
Save 20% on all orders through April 1 with promo code PICKED4U. Read more

In celebration of National Coupon Month this month, ILoveCouponMonth.com--an online source for coupon information, statistics and savings tips--shares 30 tried and true, plus some unexpected, places to find coupons for a month-long of savings.

Founded by the Performance Marketing Association in September 1998, National Coupon Month recognizes the impact coupons have had on consumer buying habits. Happily, coupons have become even more pervasive since 1998 and are now available just about everywhere you look, whether it be via the Internet, social media, smartphone or bank statements.

In fact, such digital coupons are galloping to the fore. According to research released June 1 by eMarketer, 88.2 million consumers will use digital coupons as an important part of their shopping experience in 2011. That's 47 percent of adult Internet users, a statistic that's destined to rise in the near future. The study also revealed 92.5 million adult Internet users will use online coupons in 2012, versus 96.8 million in 2013.

Whether you are new to the coupon game or a skilled clipper, ILoveCouponMonth.com is the ultimate destination for coupon-lovers featuring data, 30 days of savings tips, and much more. Helping shoppers save even more money during National Coupon Month, here are 30 places to find coupons for 30 days of bargains. Read more

Group-buying coupons are everywhere, from the monolithic Groupon to sites that service just one or two cities. Some of the coolest coupons are for stuff you never imagined doing, like skydiving. Others offer deals on movie tickets and -- most popularly -- spa services.

Groupon, which recently was heavily courted by Google, is coping with competition from Living Social, which is backed by Amazon.com. Facebook recently launched its own daily-deal program for five markets, and rebuffed Google is now going at it alone in several test markets.

With all this competition, many offers seem irresistible, but how do you know when it's truly a good deal? Here are eight ways to get the most out of your deal-of-the-day. Read more

In grateful thanks for those who've served our country, Gift Card Granny offers a Memorial Day listing of 125+ military discounts for merchandise and services. Here are our top ten.

1. Papa Murphy's - Save 50% on one pizza with your Military ID.
2. Red Robin - Save 25% to 50% on your meal purchase with a valid Military ID.
3. Johnny Rockets - Save 50% when you wear your uniform.
4. Timberland Outlets - Get a 20% discount with an active duty Military ID.
5. Sears Portrait Studio - Save 20% if you show your Military ID at checkout.
6. Southwest Airlines - Receive one-way tickets as low as $51 for military personnel and their family members. You must call Southwest Airline's customer service hotline to receive the discount.
7. Clarion Hotel Universal - Military discounts are available for $59 or $69 per night with a free breakfast buffet. This offer is subject to availability.
8. Dollywood Theme Park - Receive a 30% discount during times of war for all active, disabled, retired, or reserve military personnel. The discount applies to all immediate family members.
9. Hidden Valley Ski Area - Enjoy a $5 lift ticket and $5 rental with a valid Military ID. Your dependents also can receive up to 50% off on their visit.
10. FTD - Save up to 20% on your flower purchase.