Sometimes, sightseeing is easy.  Take Copley Square – this historic section of Back Bay puts some of Boston’s best-known landmarks and shopping all within a few blocks!

Now’s your chance to see the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Public Library, John Hancock Tower and Copley Place by just stepping outside your hotel.

Book your Boston hotel near Copley Square through Orbitz and get the guaranteed lowest rate online.  Take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay by simply redeeming free Orbitz coupons.

Copley Square Hotel Boston

• Boutique hotel with stylish modern decor
• Rooms feature 32-inch LCD TVs, iPod docks & sweeping views of the city
• On-site cafe, nightclub & lounge

The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston

• Historic hotel opened in 1912 right on Copley Square
• Rooms feature marble bathrooms, while suites offer fireplaces
• Fitness center & full spa services available

The Westin Copley Place Boston

• Luxury accommodations adjacent to Copley Place
• In-room amenities include down comforters, coffeemaker & on-demand movies
• Heated indoor pool

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Copley Square Farmers’ Market (Now Until November)

Every Tuesday and Friday, locally grown produce comes to the southern and western ends of Copley Square.  Support the Boston area’s farmers, bakers, butchers, cheese makers and florists as you enjoy some fresh and delicious snacks.

Anytime you need a gift of baked treats, fruits or flowers, check out 1-800-Flowers.  Send bouquets and gift baskets perfect for a variety of occasions, from birthdays to weddings.  Plus, you get 15% off $49.99 or more with 1-800-Flowers coupons!

Today’s guest post comes from Fantabulously Frugal, a guide to deals, steals, coupons and bargains to save money while having fun. And it’s a great one too – it’s got tips and tricks to finding discounts you might otherwise not know about. Enjoy! -Fiona

When I first really got into turning to the internet to search for deals, freebies, and ways to save money in general, one of the first things I read was, “Don’t ever pay another dime for a magazine subscription!”  At one point or another, you can find almost any magazine for free.  (And this is true.  You shouldn’t pay for magazine subscriptions!)  But I soon took that tidbit of advice and twisted it a bit to read as follows: “Don’t ever pay full price for an item you buy online.” 

Here’s the thing – when you shop online, there is less overhead for companies.  Companies don’t have to deal with leasing retail space, or hundreds of employees.  This means, ultimately, more savings for us.

If there’s something you just have to have from some online retailer, wait a few days.  Sure, you might risk the item selling out, but honestly, this has never happened to me (and I do a LOT of online shopping).  If a few days goes by and your item isn’t on sale, here’s my biggest tip for saving money on your purchase: Sign up for the company’s email list.  9 times out of 10 they will send you a welcome email that will contain a promotional code that will save you some money on your first purchase.

Some of the best deals I’ve found doing this?

C & C California is a maker of high-end T-shirts and they offer 30% off your purchase when you sign up for their email list.
Bed, Bath, and Beyond always has 20% off coupons, but if you need one in a pinch, sign up for their list and they’ll quickly send you 20% off! 
Even the Gap will send you a coupon code as soon as you give them your email address – right now the coupon is for $15 off a $75 purchase, which isn’t too shabby.

And don’t think retailers are the only types of stores to offer these sorts of discounts – If you join the Ben & Jerry’s Email List they’ll email you a coupon for a free scoop at your local Ben & Jerry’s store! 

I know what you could be thinking now: Won’t I get hit with tons of spam as soon as I sign up for those email lists?  In short – No!  I have an email account used specifically for getting onto email lists and I get MAYBE 1 spam email per day.  Still worried?  Do what I did and set up a quick second email address.

There are so many different ways to save money through online retailers at this point.  So please, whatever you do  – do not EVER pay full price for items online.  (And don’t forget – stop paying for those magazines, too!)

Fantabulously Frugal

We spend it. We waste it. We record it. Time is a precious commodity that so many of us take for granted. Once it’s gone, we can never get it back, so we need to make every moment count.

You’ll not only save money, but time, too, when you shop at Meijer. They’re your online source for virtually everything from cookware sets and digital camcorders to electronic toys and stylish sofas!

Make sure to use the free Meijer coupons by June 17 for:

• $10 off Orders of $75
• $20 off Orders of $150
• $40 off Orders of $300

Caught on Tape

Are you a beginner Techie who just wants the basics without all the confusing frills? Or maybe you want to capture the memories of your summer trip without being bogged down with a clunky camcorder. The fuss-free Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera fits the bill with its small size, great price, and simple operation.

Don’t Have Skeletons in the Closet?

You Still Should Have a Bone Bin!

Yes, we know that you like to shower Fido with toys. But if you leave the balls and stuffed animals all over the living-room floor, someone’s bound to trip, fall, and get hurt. Avoid an accident, clean up the clutter, and introduce a novelty piece to your home! The fun Pet Zone Big Bone Storage Bin has a large compartment to hold it all.

At Meijer, you’ll also find framed art, binoculars, air-drying racks, baby cribs, blood-pressure monitors, toothbrush sanitizers, and so much more! Shop today for the best selection.

New online coupons added today:

• GiftCertificates.com - Always find the perfect gift, thanks to this merchant. They have gift certificates that you can use at popular stores such as Macy’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Staples, Barnes & Noble and more! Or apply GiftCertificates.com coupons to get SuperCertificates that can be redeemed for gift cards at any of their 200+ merchants.
• Jones New York - For today’s in-fashion women, Jones New York has a selection of active apparel, suits, dresses, tops, jackets, outerwear and more in various collections. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $75 or more using Jones New York coupons.
• Sally Beauty Supply - Pamper yourself and look great from head to toe by shopping at this beauty merchant. They carry haircare, makeup, spa products, skincare, nail care and salon supplies by L’Oreal, Nexxus, Tweezerman and more. Get $5 off orders of $25 or more using Sally Beauty Supply coupons.