Before there was Hollywood, there was Fort Lee. That’s right – the Garden State was home to America’s first forays into the film industry, and Fort Lee was at the center of it all. It was a top destination then, and it’s a top destination now.

And so what if it’s lacking the Tinseltown glitz? It’s also lacking Hollywood’s ridiculous prices – Fort Lee is about as affordable as it gets.

That’s especially true when you book Fort Lee hotels with exclusive FabulousSavings coupons for Orbitz. Save up to $75 at:

• Best Western Fort Lee – Good mix of luxury & affordability
• Courtesy Inn Fort Lee – Great value for your money
• Doubletree George Washington Bridge - On the swankier side
• Holiday Inn GW Bridge - Short drive from NYC

Filmic history and easy NYC access aren’t the only draws for Fort Lee travelers. The Long Path, a 330-mile hiking trail that goes from the George Washington Bridge to Albany, starts in Fort Lee.

Don’t forget the great parkland, local museum and shopping. This little city delivers it all.

Tell Me What’s Going On

2008 Fort Lee Arts & Music Festival (June 1)

Sample the local flavors – from music and art to food and crafts – when you stop by Fort Lee’s biggest annual celebration. And if you’re into choppers, check out the Harley Davidson Motorcycle Show, which is sure to be a festival favorite.

But why not stop by BikeBandit.com before you check out the Harley Show? Save on motorcycle parts in the closeout section. It’s the easy way to keep your hog running the way you like – loud.

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She changed your diapers, and you left her a smelly present. She listened to you energetically ‘play’ the pots and pans for 5 whole minutes before taking them away. And she ate an entire piece of the apple pie you baked, even though it was as hard as a rock.

Moms are the best, and it’s time to tell her how much you care. Give her the recognition she deserves by surprising her with a yummy Hickory Farms treat. And treat yourself to a price karate chop. Dropkick 10% off Mother’s Day gifts with Hickory Farms coupons until May 12!

It’s never too early to start looking around. Beat the rush and land the perfect present for the person who loves you unconditionally. I recommend these:

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• Baklava - Tell her she’s the sweetest with this irresistible Middle Eastern dessert
• Deep Dish Cookie Pie - Because she raised you right, you became one smart cookie
• Tropical Treat Gift Box - A fruit basket from one mother (Mother Earth) to another (Yours)

Say, “I love you, Mom!” with reasonably-priced gourmet gifts from Hickory Farms today.

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Oranges & Lemons Day – Forget fruit; think cake! …Miss Grace Cakes from Mrs Beasleys, that is. Choose from famous Miss Grace Lemon Cakes and California Orange Cakes, which feature the zesty fruit flavor you love. California Orange Cakes are even hand dipped in Ghirardelli chocolate. Can you resist? I think not! Get 15% off your order.

Bunsen Burner Day – Oh, science. You were so fascinating at times. You even managed to lure in some of my closest friends and convince them to make a career out of working with you. They’ve now completely given into your powers and are adamant that science is where it’s at – just like the readers of science magazines. Order a Magazines.com science mag subscription of Scientific American or Scientific American Mind for $5 off… that knocks the price down to about $20/year and $15/year, respectively. That’s even harder to resist than chocolate-dipped orange cake.

**Note: Lemon & orange cakes do not count as fruit servings. Sorry for getting your hopes up.

Other March 31 Holidays -

• National Clams on the Half Shell Day (Clam Power!)
• National “She’s Funny That Way” Day

March 31st – Believe it or not, we’ve already flown right through another month. We’ve been through a lot, haven’t we? Daylight saving time, spring, Easter. And a lot of great things happened in March…pancake flipping demonstrations being my favorite! So let’s go back in time to earlier days in March once more, shall we?

1967 – 1st Time Jimi Hendrix Burns His Guitar - I wonder why some people felt inclined to kill their instruments after a show. I’m pretty sure there’s some deeply-rooted symbolism in there, but I don’t get it. If you want to go on an instrument-bashing fit…or actually want to play one, head over to Instrument Pro for 10% off any instrument.

1972 – Beatle’s Fan Club Closes Down – Oh noooooooo! There must have been some pretty depressed fans. But you can still keep the Beatles alive even though it’s more than 30 years later. Just head over to Wolfgang’s Vault for 10% off Beatles memorabilia like posters and photos.

Famous Birthday:

Christopher Walken, 65 - You may remember him from Batman Returns in which he plays the villain Max Shreck or from his part as Angel Gabriel in The Prophecy. And if you’ve seen him hosting SNL, you’d know that he’s one talented man. As much as he can send chills down your spine as a villain, he can really make you laugh. Find movies that Walken starred in at Sony Style for 5% off.

Wearing diamond-encrusted Gucci shades, I tell the maddening crowd, “No autographs, please! But you can receive glossy 8 x 10’s of me if you write to my fan club.” That’s right, JLo, Mariah, and Diana, there’s a new diva in town – a discount diva…and her name’s Atomica.

When I’m not warding off the paparazzi, I’m showering my adoring fans with red-hot coupons so they can also live the lavish life. Get the celebrity treatment when you use Sears coupons by March 31 at 6 am (Eastern) for an extra 10% off almost everything at the VIP Event!

Looking like a million bucks doesn’t have to cost an arm, a leg, or your next blockbuster hit. A-listers, grab these before gracing the red carpet, and you won’t be on the tabloid’s Worst Dressed List tomorrow:

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• Diamond Star Pendant with Gift Box - Bling it on with mad rocks from the block
• Metaphor Mandee Black Pumps - Pedal pushers get glam because these shoes were made for strutting

Sears rises to the occasion and gives a winning performance with deals so stunning, you’ll be screaming for an encore presentation.

National Badminton Day – I don’t know why I’m even bothering to write this. Jesse is breathing down my neck making sure I get everything right — he’s a badminton FANATIC. He just showed me a YouTube clip of “the fastest racquet sport on earth.” You better believe he loves the fact that Dicks Sporting Goods has badminton sets, shuttles & racquets for 10% off. What? You didn’t know? Some fan you are.

Doctors Day – Had a spill? Call the doctor! By spill I mean an actual spill… you know… red wine, coffee, etc. And by doctor, I mean Rug Doctor, a line of deep cleaning rug machines. Now, you can try Rug Doctor risk-free for 30 days. Basically, you get the same results you’d expect from professional rug cleaning, meaning old deep stains are eliminated, and your carpet’s life will be extended. You’ll enjoy a satisfying cleaning, a healthier home for less and the ability to clean where you want, when you want. Sounds pretty good to me!

Other March 30 Holidays -

• Take a Walk in the Park Day
• The Grass is Always Darker/Browner on the Other Side of the Fence Day
• Pencil Day