The government’s Federal Citizen Information Center will mail its 2009 Consumer Action Handbook to anyone who requests. The book, which has advice on telemarketing (how to avoid them), online shopping (how to avoid getting ripped off), and filing complaints (where to do it and how), can also be downloaded and read online. More details here.
Nearly every route is on sale from Southwest Airlines, with flights starting at $49 each way on routes such as Boston to Baltimore, $89 between Denver and Los Angeles, and $129 between Houston and Detroit. Tickets must be purchase by September 17. More details here.
Become a fan of Baja Fresh on Facebook, and you can get a free taco with the purchase of any regular beverage. Today only, September 14. Print out the required coupon and get more info here.
Faced by a challenge from $1 DVD rental kiosk operator Redbox, movie-rental giant Blockbuster has introduced its own line of $1 DVD Blockbuster Express kiosks. Sign up for a Blockbuster Express e-newsletter to receive a free rental.
Today, Thursday, September 10, Panera Bread bakery-café locations are offering free samples of new menu items, including a breakfast sandwich, brownies, blondies, and a new chicken salad and a sandwich. More details and info about locations here.
Many of the bestselling books for use with Amazon’s Kindle are being offered for free. The freebies include classics like Treasure Island and Pride and Prejudice. More details here.
The “Weekender” promotion from Wyndham offers guests 50 percent off of a second night, or 50 percent off of a second room. The promotion is valid during stays from Thursday to Sunday through the end of 2009. More details here.
Outdoor furniture, dinnerware, serving bowls, rugs, and bedding are among the items being discounted by up to 60 percent at the Crate&Barrel outlet.
From September 5 through September 7 at most IKEA stores, you can choose any three kids-size items to put together a customized kids meal—for free. Lower prices have been announced on dozens of household items too. More details here.
Purchase one pair of Crocs at regular price, and you’ll get a second pair (that’s the same price or less) for free. More than 30 styles to choose from. Free shipping too. More info here.
Thrift store chain Savers is discounting nearly all merchandise by 50 percent on Labor Day, Monday, September 7. Stores are also opening an hour earlier (at 7 a.m.) for the sale. More details here.
From now through September 17, IHOP is hosting a “Kids Eat Free” dinner promotion. Between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m., families will get one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée at participating IHOP locations. More details here.
