When it comes to coupons, many people think of those inserts in the Sunday paper with discounts on everything from cleaning supplies to frozen meals.  Recently (thanks to my colleague Tracy Hom!) I discovered an entirely different kind of coupon, which I have to admit I’m slightly obsessed with.  Groupon “features a daily deal on the best stuff to do, see, eat, and buy in a variety of cities across the United States.”  Recent NYC deals (which you can check out on their website or through their e-newsletter) have offered discounts for restaurant meals, spa services and dance classes.  I’ve already used Groupons for a facial (53% discount), a haircut (50% discount) and two different dinners (50% discount each).  I’m most excited to try out my Groupon for the intro class at New York Circus Arts, which sounds amazing and scary at the same time (44% discount)! 

A few other great deal sites are Lifebooker (health and beauty-related deals), Spa Sally ($25 and up spa deals) and Restaurant.com (discounts at over 13,000 restaurants nationwide). 

So when you have a chance, take a moment to sign up for all of their e-newsletters.  I promise you won’t be disappointed – and who knows what adventures you may find yourself on (trapeze lessons anyone?!).

Madhu