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June 27, 2019

Gift Ideas for Men Who Love to Travel

It's easier now more than ever to travel. Book a flight, a cruise, or an entire vacation package from the palm of your hand. For the special guy in your life that has the travel bug with an upcoming birthday or special occasion to celebrate, you might be wondering, what am I going to get him? Luckily, we have some gift suggestions for you! Put down …

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June 27, 2019

Win Him Over, Help Him Win - Either Way, Next Win’s On You

Sometimes kids mess up. If you’re sitting inside a coffee shop in suburbia New Jersey and just got a parking ticket, best ditch dad’s car and find him a golfing gift to make up for it. After all, an amazing gift is the best way to say “sorry,” right? There are tons of golf gifts out there to choose from. Only, shopping for a golfer can …

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June 26, 2019

Score the Perfect Gift for Mom with These Gifting Ideas

Being a soccer mom means giving-- whether it be time, money, sweat, or even tears. It can often be difficult to find the best gifts for Mom in return—what can you give to her that will even begin to show your appreciation for all that she gives to you? In this month of celebrating mothers, you may find yourself scouring the internet for the perfect …

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June 24, 2019

Help Bring a Little More Joy to the Grade School Teacher in Your Life With a Sweet Gift

Buying for teachers is hard. They put an incredible amount of work into taking care of our kids and giving them the tools to love learning. So you want your gift to them to be something special, something they’ll appreciate. Here are some gift ideas for the special teacher at your school, in your neigborhood, or in your family. If none of these gifts seem to …

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June 24, 2019

Cash Back Rewards: What Consumers Really Want

Gift Card Granny conducted a survey to determine the latest trends regarding cash back rewards. More than 3,100 US-based consumers who have visited www.giftcardgranny.com provided responses. Topics such as usage, redemption preferences and cash back programs were analyzed. Cash Back Rewards: Usage And Preferences Cash back …

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June 21, 2019

Motherhood Is Hard. Getting Her The Perfect Gift Doesn’t Have To Be

If you have a new mother in your life and you want to make her first Mother’s Day special, you’ve come to the right place! Finding gift inspiration can be difficult at times, so we’ve provided general categories (and some specific gift ideas) that you can customize as needed. For the special women in our lives, it can be hard to find a gift that …

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June 20, 2019

Help Them Prepare for the Adventure that Awaits with These Amazing Gifts for Travelers

Travel writing is bold and beautiful - and likely so is the person in your life who dares to do it. No wonder you want to give them a gift of encouragement. Something that says I value you and your courage, and I wish you the best. But how do you provide a gift for someone who needs to be selective about what they can and …

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June 3, 2019

Get Dad The Best Gift This Father's Day

It’s incredible how often we find it difficult to pick good gifts for the people we love the most. Often enough, dads will either say they’re happy with the things they have or simply get the things they need for themselves. But since there’s no excuse for not getting the best Father’s Day gift you can, …

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April 25, 2019

Why You Should Give Reloadable Gift Cards a Try

Updated 4/25/2019 Whether plastic, virtual or mobile, the number one item on wish lists for a number of years now has been gift cards. Most people use a gift card on a purchase or order and once all of the funds have been used, they throw it away or delete the email. But did you know certain gift cards can be reloaded? Going back almost ten years …

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March 27, 2019

5 Facts About California's Gift Card Laws

The rash of bankruptcies and other difficulties facing the state have led to changes and reinforcements of laws applying to gift cards in California. Gift Card Granny examined these laws for California's shoppers. For a state-by-state detailing of gift card consumer protection laws visit the ConsumersUnion web site. …

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March 27, 2019

Retailers That Sell Amazon Gift Cards

Amazon gift cards are some of the most sought after gifts. Why? Because you can purchase nearly anything and everything! The site has hundreds of thousands of products; from glow in the dark toilet paper to a yodeling pickle. Amazon.com gift cards are sold by grocery, convenience and …

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March 26, 2019

4 Tips To Use Gift Cards

Updated March 26, 2019 Gift cards were the second most desired gift for the 2018 holidays, according to the National Retail Federation. You’ve probably got a pile of gift cards yourself stacking up somewhere from birthdays and holidays. In 2018 alone, there was 160 billion dollars’ worth of gift card sales. But while many consumers list cards as a number-one gift, it's sometimes easier …

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March 21, 2019

Free Shipping on Gift Cards

Updated March 21, 2019 When you order a physical, plastic gift card you can have it delivered directly to any residential or business address. The cost of shipping and handling on plastic gift cards can start to add up when buying multiple gift cards and sending them across the United States. However, there are ways to get free shipping on gift cards. The first is to …

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March 11, 2019

How to Convert eGifts to Printable Gift Cards

Gift cards are a convenient option when trying to figure out what to get someone for a birthday present, when a thank you is in order, or during the holidays. What’s great about gift cards is that they cover a wide range of interests from food lovers to fashionistas, handy man hobbies to decorating divas. But what happens when you’re short on time or if …

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February 15, 2019

Online Clothing Shopping Can Be Easy

Updated 2/15/2019 Online clothing shopping is not for the faint of heart. Often when shopping for stylish and affordable clothes, you search and search for hours only to end up with nothing in your cart and nothing new in your closet. With so many retailers to choose from, it’s hard to know if the clothes are going to fit or if the price will fit your …

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February 13, 2019

Be Sure To Avoid These 3 Common Gift Card Scams

The National Retail Federation found that gift cards were one of the most requested gifts during the 2017 holiday season. Moreover, gift card spend for the season was estimated to reach $27.6 billion. But how many of those cards were victim to fraudulent activity? Here’s how to protect yourself from some of the most common gift card scams. 1. In-Store Hacking A hacker can …

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February 11, 2019

Ways to Score Movie Discounts

Updated 2/11/2019 You’re excited for the big blockbuster premiere this weekend. You really want to see it, but a couple of questions cross your mind. Can you fit a movie into your budget right now? Is it worth it to go on opening weekend when the theater is going to be super crowded? Before you make a decision whether to go out or stay in, here …

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February 11, 2019

History of Gift Giving and Gift Cards

Updated 2/11/2019 Since the cave man showed loyalty to his fellow hunter by sharing an antelope drumstick, humankind has felt the need to give gifts. From the exchange of those early humble haunches, humans have evolved gift giving into a science, resulting in the time and money saver known as the gift card. Let’s examine the history of gift giving and gift cards to really catch …

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January 26, 2019

13 Ways To Score Free Gift Cards

Free gift card promotions are great, but some can require more work than the cards are worth. The trick is to use the least amount of time finding offers on products you already want. While it's true you'll have to look at several offers before you find the right one, the pay off in savings is worth the effort. Gift Card …

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January 22, 2019

Best Graduation Gift Ideas For High School & College

Ah, graduation...a time to celebrate your student’s hard work and accomplishments. Whether going into the workforce or attending college, finding the perfect gift for a graduate can be tough. Don’t get me wrong, cash is always useful. But why not give a gift that’s a little more thoughtful? Help them get ready for the next phase in their life with our list of top gifts …

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