If you're thinking of forgoing your usual Summer travel plans due to high prices, you should consider these frugal trip ideas from Wise Bread. The sky is brighter, the air is warming up, and the layers of clothes are getting peeled off. That can only mean one thing — summer is near. One of the things that I love most about going on vacation is the chance to break out of my everyday routine, Read more

We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy! With the Internet, helpful mobile phone apps, and retailers scrambling to keep consumers in their shops, there's no need to pay full-price for much of anything these days. To give you a boost, we tapped a few savvy shoppers for their tips on all the ways you can save. Theater tickets "One of the greatest savings areas Read more

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! There are lots (and I mean, lots) of reasons why my motivation to work out during the Winter plummets — from the snowy commute to freezing cold winds to the cold, dry air that hits my chest with such force that it becomes hard to breathe. (Ahem, there's a reason I sign up for races that are after September — this Read more

Is getting fit one of your New Year's resolutions for the coming year? Whether you're just diving into a new regimen or need a better way to track your workouts, you'll love the new MotoACTV fitness tracker from Motorola. Released in November, the MotoACTV promises to be your constant fitness companion, and with good reason. It can track calories burned, pace, speed, steps taken, and GPS route Read more

I'm a Mizuno fan — the company's roster of running shoes has something for every serious runner (or any type of runner who's serious about getting the right gear). So I was happy to test out the Wave Rider 15 ($115), the newest model in a line of shoes that has proven to be one of Mizuno's most popular since it was introduced 15 years ago. I was a little wary about trying the Wave Riders, Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Fancy home gym equipment, organic food and a wardrobe of the latest fitness apparel can be pricey, but consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch says that doesn't have to be the case. "As a young girl, I tagged along with my mom on shopping trips and learned that you don't have to spend a lot to look good," she Read more

As a recent bride myself, I know that shopping for a wedding dress is an amazing experience, but one that can be totally stressful. Trying on several dresses a day for a few solid weekends is enough to wear a bride out, especially if she can't find the perfect fit. While you could virtually try on thousands of gowns with some upcoming AR technology, thanks to Brides.com, your other option is to Read more

In this gadget-obsessed world, weary consumers are willing to pay a high price to disconnect and escape from technology. In fact, this is such a popular trend that some hotels are offering discounts to customers who give up their devices for the length of their stay. You don't have to go to a hotel or retreat to surrender your electronics; instead, you can create your own DIY digital detox Read more

In honor of Spring I've been exercising outdoors as much as I can. What I love most about it is that it doesn't feel like a workout — I'm just excited to be outside in the sun. Now, a new study confirms what I already know to be true of my own life: outdoor activities have the power to boost our mood and self-esteem levels, even if done in small doses. The findings, published in the Read more