Calgary Deals Blog was on Global Calgary News!

Tony Tighe and Global Calgary News just aired a news clip about how popular collective buying sites are in Calgary. They mentioned DealFind, Groupon, LivingSocial and Calgary Deals Blog! They interviewed Elka Spencer (one of our email subscribers) and showed her reading a daily email of the deals and her surfing on Calgary Deals Blog! New’s anchor Linda Olsen then gives the Calgary Deals Blog a shout-out at the end and tells their viewers to go to the Global Calgary News website to get the links to our blog. There’s two links on the Global News website linking to the Calgary Deals Blog. The links can be found here and here.

The news clip was very well done. It was informative and well researched. It was great to see them talking about how amazing the sales are on these daily deals sites and how it has changed the way people shop for deals. The Calgary Deals Blog makes it very easy for you to buy and take advantage of all the great deals by finding and featuring the best collective buying sites and shopping sales in Calgary. The blog’s traffic has spiked liked crazy ever since it was on TV and we’ve had a ton of new email subscribers (Welcome to Calgary Deals Blog everyone!)

It was a very nice surprise to watch the news today and see them talking about the blog. I wasn’t expecting it. As soon as it aired on TV, I quickly jumped on the computer and re-watched it about 10 more times before I emailed the video to all my friends and family 🙂

In case you missed it, here’s the video clip:

Click here to watch the news clip directly on Global Calgary News website (larger and higher quality).

Thanks for the support Global Calgary News! You rock!

HOT DEAL: Lunchbox Theatre – $18 for Two Theatre Tickets to a Friday or Saturday Show (Save 50% Off)

LivingSocial Deal of the Day: Lunchbox Theatre – $18 for Two Theatre Tickets to a Friday or Saturday Show

Buy now for only $18
Save 50%

This is a pretty good deal. Get 2 weekend tickets to the Lunchbox Theatre for only $18. That’s only $9 per person and includes a free alcoholic beverage if you select the Friday evening show. I’ve never been to the Lunchbox Theatre before, but I just bought a voucher to check it out.

This is a limited 3-day only sale that will expire at midnight on Sunday, December 19, 2010. Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Lunchbox Theatre
160 115 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB
http://www.lunchboxtheatre.com/

The rising cost of cinema snacks has forced many a show goer to start wearing popcorn jewelry and meat dresses a la Lady Gaga to facilitate stealthy noshing while the lights are low. Skip the food-inspired frocks with today’s deal for tickets to a different type of show, and save yourself a few Loonies to help your gastro budget grow: just $18 for two tickets to a Friday or Saturday night show at Lunchbox Theatre — a $36 value. Enjoy a laugh with your sweetheart at the expense of one of Calgary’s most successful theatre companies, which specializes in performing high-quality, theatrical, one-act plays. Your Friday evening ticket entitles you to a voucher for a free alcoholic beverage at the Auburn Saloon. And, when you book your Saturday night ticket with Lunchbox, you can add on a prix-fixe dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse for $47 per person. Trust us: snacking on this deal makes the hassle of saving much less dramatic.

Fine Print
Limit 2 per person, up to 2 additional as gifts • One voucher is valid for two people • Please call ahead to reserve your ticket at least 24 hours in advance (or before 3pm on Friday for the Saturday evening performance) • Space subject to availability • Each voucher is valid for two tickets to be redeemed for a Friday or Saturday show • If voucher is redeemed for a Friday night show you are entitled to a voucher for one free alcoholic beverage at the Auburn Saloon; drink voucher will be received when you pick up your tickets • If voucher is redeemed for a Saturday night show you can receive a $47 per person prix fixe menu at Ruth’s Chris before the show if you book through Lunchbox Theatre and mention your LivingSocial voucher • Drink voucher is not valid if you are under 18 • Other conditions apply • Promotional value expires on 20/06/2011

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

HOT DEAL: Buzy Body Movement- $21 for Five 1-Hour Drop In Yoga Classes (Save 75% Off)

TeamBuy Deal: $21 for Five 1-Hour Drop In Yoga Classes from Buzy Body Movement ($85 value)

Savings
Price $21
Value $85
Discount 75% off
Savings $64

This is a limited 3-day only sale that will expire at midnight on Sunday, December 19, 2010. Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Buy Details
Includes five 1-hour yoga drop in classes.
Limit 1 per person. Maximum 5 for gifting.
Tax included.
Call ahead for appointments.
Classes are held at Body Essentials.
Expires: March 23, 2011

The Company
Buzy Body Movement
http://www.buzybodymovement.ca/
200, 306 10 Street NW

The journey to achieving serenity, balance and harmony begins with you, and through the practice of yoga you can gain a better understanding of how your mind integrates with your body, which is where Buzy Body Movement comes in. Joining forces with Body Essentials, both groups have managed to create a united front in the form of a full-service face and body facility. The spa and wellness centre specializes in providing an individualized experience for each and every client that walks through the doors. The location is in trendy Kensington, which is right in the heart of it all, so it only makes perfect sense that a relaxing day at the spa or invigorating workout only be a step away.

The different classes offered by Buzy Body Movement are a great opportunity for you to explore, whatever stage you are in. with your five-class pass you can try out a variety, or add it to your list of new years resolutions. With a variety of benefits, including improving flexibility, stamina, strength, muscle tone and range of motion in the joints, yoga is a no brainer as a great fitness activity. It also supports good posture, which assists with the healthy functioning of organs. Your one-hour classes come in many different varieties, such as Get up and Flow, which is a great finish to your hectic week, since it’s a refreshing breath and movement class. For those who aren’t as flexible as the next, you can try the aptly-titled Yoga for In-Flexible People, which works on flexibility for those less ‘bendy’ incorporating modifications to traditional yoga postures. Most classes can accommodate all levels – from beginner to more advanced, so today’s Buy makes a perfect holiday gift!

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel: $199 for One Night Stay and Breakfast for Two (Save 51% Off)

UPDATE: WOW! Even though this deal costs $199, it’s a very hot seller. At the time of this update, they have already sold over 650+ coupons and there’s still well over 3 days to go until the deal expires. At the rate that this deal is selling, it is going to sell out very quickly. I suggest you buy it soon if you’ve been thinking about it.

Today’s Groupon Deal of the Day: $199 for One Night Stay and Breakfast for Two at The Fairmont Banff Springs ($409 Value)

Buy now for only $199
Value $409
Discount 51%
You Save $210

Surprise your significant other with a super romantic gift for Christmas by taking advantage of today’s Groupon Deal. Today’s deal is a bit pricey ($199), but it gets you a One-Night Stay and Breakfast for Two at the luxurious Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. That’s a savings of $210 or 51% off. I stayed at the hotel a couple years ago and have always wanted to go back. The hotel is breathtaking. I debated all morning if I should buy the deal or not. After I realized how hot of a seller this deal is, I just bought into the deal. I can’t wait to go!

This is a limited 4-day only sale that will expire at midnight on Monday, December 20, 2010. Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Highlights
Located in Banff National Park
Shuttles to three ski resorts
Astonishing mountain views
Full breakfast buffet

The Fine Print
Expires Apr 27, 2011
Limit 5/person. Online reservation required; subject to availability. 72-hr cancellation notice or Groupon is forfeited. Not valid 12/25-31, 2/3-4, 2/11-15, 2/25-26, 3/13-14, 4/13-14. Tax & other fees not included.

The Company
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
405 Spray Ave. , Banff, Alberta
http://www.fairmont.com/banffsprings/

Today’s Groupon: for $199, you get a one-night stay and breakfast for two in a Fairmont King room (a $409 value) at this historic hotel known as “The Castle of the Rockies,” located in Banff National Park about 130 kilometres west of downtown Calgary. This Groupon doesn’t cover $54 of hotel fees and GST.

After check-in, adventurous guests can catch a shuttle to one of three nearby ski resorts for a full day of downhill, take a spin on the onsite skating rink, snowshoe through miles of forest trail, or embark on a sasquatch hunt before returning exhausted to warm up in one of the hotel’s heated outdoor pools. If sleepers can bring themselves to rise from their cozy king-size bed, they can zombie-shuffle downstairs to the Bow Valley Grill between 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. the next morning for a complimentary breakfast of made-to-order omelets, freshly baked breads, and life-sustaining coffee spread upon wooden tables handcrafted by local Albertan artisans. Sweeping views of the Fairholme Mountain Range and a bustling open kitchen give eyes as well as mouths something delicious to chew.

Reviews
Frommer’s recommends The Fairmont Banff Springs. Yahoo! Travellers give it a 4.5-star average. More than 700 TripAdvisors give it an average of four owl eyes.

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

Mallory McGowan – Makeup Artist and Hairstylist: $70 for a Makeup and Lash Application, Hair Updo, and Style Consultation (Save 60% Off)

LivingSocial Deal of the Day: Mallory McGowan — Makeup Artist and Hairstylist- $70 for a Makeup and Lash Application, Hair Updo, and Style Consultation

Buy now for only $70
Save 60%

Give yourself a new you for the new year with this Makeover package from LivingSocial. For only $70, you’ll get a Makeup and Lash Application, Hair Updo, and Style Consultation. That’s a savings of 60% off! You’re allowed to buy 1 per person and up to 4 additional as gifts. This would make a great gift for yourself or someone on your Christmas shopping list.

This is a limited 1-day only sale that will expire tonight at midnight (Thursday, December 16, 2010). Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Mallory McGowan — Makeup Artist and Hairstylist
1112 24th St NW, Calgary, AB
http://www.mallorymcgowan.com/index.html

It’s said that the eyes are the window to the soul, so why not add an extra dose of depth and daring to your doe-eyed peepers? Sparkle up your liner, extend luxurious lashes, and apply a shimmery shadow with today’s deal: spend $70 and receive a makeup and lash application, a hair updo, and a style consultation from Mallory McGowan — Makeup Artist and Hairstylist (a $175 value). Professionally trained, Mallory McGowan provides both in-studio and on-location makeup and hair services for a one-stop-shop beautifying experience. Get all gussied up for the upcoming company party. Or, gift your bestie a mini makeover for the holidays (or any other special occasion). Pick up this deal today, and breathe new life into your being.

Fine Print
Limit 1 per person, up to 4 additional as gifts • Appointments are required and subject to availability • Merchant cancellation/re-scheduling policy of 24 hours applies; voucher subject to forfeiture • All services must be redeemed during one visit and used by same customer; cannot be shared • Other conditions apply • Promotional value expires on 17/12/2011

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

HOT DEAL Reminder: $18 for 1 full year subscription (12 issues) to Canadian Living magazine + receive 6 months (6 issues) of Elle Canada (Save 76% Off)

UPDATE Reminder: I originally posted this deal a week ago. Here it is again because the deal EXPIRES tonight so don’t miss out!

DealTicker Hot Deal of the Day: $18 for 1 full year subscription (12 issues) to Canadian Living magazine + receive 6 months (6 issues) of Elle Canada ($75.41 Retail Value)

Buy now for only $18
Value $75.41
Discount 76%
You Save $57.41

Today’s DealTicker offer for $18 gives you a full year subscription to Canadian Living magazine + you’ll receive a 6 months of Elle Canada magazine ($75.41 Retail Value)!

This is a limited 7-day only sale that will expire at midnight on Thursday, December 16, 2010. Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Highlights
Every issue of the all-new Canadian Living will help you to:
Look and feel your very best
Cosy up your home
Fit fitness into your busy day
Serve up fabulous dinner
Find the inspiration in everyday living
Every fabulous issue of ELLE CANADA brings you:
The best in fashion trends from Canada and around the world,
A wealth of beauty tips and techniques,
The hottest new celebrities and travel destinations, the best new books, movies and CDs.
All from a Canadian viewpoint ….with Shopping Guides for your convenience!

The Fine Print
Voucher entitles the holder to a one year subscription to Canadian Living magazine + a 6 month subscription to Elle Canada magazine ($75.41 Retail Value).
Your name and address, including E-Mail address, will be used to correspond with you regarding your subscription and to send you information about Canadian Living and Elle Canada and its products.
If this purchase is being made as a gift – PLEASE CLICK ON THE “Buy it for a Friend” Link and in the message section please include the mailing address of the person to receive the gift.
Keep this voucher as proof of payment.
Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of your first issue.
May buy unlimited vouchers.
Taxes are included.
No cash value.
No Refunds.

Featured Business
Canadian Living & Elle Canada Magazines
Once you “BUY!” this deal, you are automatically subscribed to CANADIAN LIVING magazine and ELLE CANADA magazine. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of your first issue.

Today’s Canadian Living and Elle Canada magazine offering will cover every aspect of your life from fashion to home & family. Every issue of the all-new Canadian Living will help you to get ideas on fashion, how to spruce up the home, improve your health and fitness (and even ideas on how to schedule your busy day to squeeze time for the gym), serve up fabulous dinners, and find inspirations for everyday living.

On the other hand, Elle Canada celebrates the best of international fashion and beauty all with a uniquely Canadian perspective. Here you’ll find the best fashion trends from both Canada and around the world, a wealth of beauty tips and techniques are available at your fingertips, and news and information about the hottest new celebrities, travel destinations, books, movies, and music…. And many shopping guides for your ultimate convenience.

This magazine has never been introduced at such an attractive price with so many bonus features. This will definitely be one of the best gifts you can give this holiday season.

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

Babylon Restaurant & Lounge: $10 For $20 Worth of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Cuisine, Drinks, and Hookah

Today’s Groupon Deal of the Day: $10 For $20 Worth of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Cuisine, Drinks, and Hookah at Babylon Restaurant & Lounge

Buy now for only $10
Value $20
Discount 50%
You Save $10

This is a limited 1-day only sale that will expire tonight at midnight (Thursday, December 16, 2010). Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

Highlights
Open until midnight or later
Variety of menu items
18 hookah flavours with base upgrades

The Fine Print
Expires Jun 17, 2011
Limit 2 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. Limit 1 per table, 2 per table of 6 or more. Tax and gratuity not included.

The Company
Babylon Restaurant
4338 MacLeod Trail S, Calgary, Alberta
http://www.zzebian.com/babylon.html

For $10 you get $20 worth of cuisine, drinks and hookah at Babylon Restaurant & Lounge on MacLeod Trail South. Babylon Restaurant serves up a menu of authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare created by their chef. Diners can dig into entrees such as thin crust pizza ($14), kebob platters ($16–$18), burgers ($14), and falafel ($12) and donair wraps ($13). The Babylonian inspired atmosphere is accented by hookah hedonism, and pipe proponents can relax in the smoky, sultry atmosphere while enjoying custom built hookah pipes with 18 hookah flavours ($12.75) to choose from including coffee, mango, spearmint, and sweet rose. To upgrade your inhale, Babylon also offers base upgrades such as milk ($6), juice ($8), red wine ($20), and red bull ($20).

Click here to buy now or for more information about the deal. Don’t miss out!

Bookitforless.ca: Fly from Calgary to London or Manchester for only $611 w/tax (Save $400)

I’m subscribed to Travelzoo’s Weekly Canada Top 20 deals and this was one of their featured deals.

I have never heard of Bookitforless.ca before or have ever booked anything from them. If you’re looking for cheap last minute January or February trip to the UK, this is a deal worth looking into.

Pop across the pond for a visit this winter with direct flights from Calgary. Fly to London (Gatwick) or Manchester for $99 per person ($611 with tax). These roundtrip flights are available on select dates through February, and are $400 less than other airlines’ offerings.

Travel to the following cities on these dates:

•Manchester
Depart: Dec. 29; Jan. 12, 15
Return: Jan 15, 19, 22
•London (Gatwick)
Depart: Jan. 15, 19, 22, 26, 29; Feb. 5, 9
Return: Jan. 19, 22, 26, 29; Feb. 2, 5, 9, 12

Click here for more information about this deal.

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HOT DEAL: Telus Mobility- Get a Free Xbox 360 when you Buy a Windows 7 Phone (Until Dec 19)

Telus Mobility has an awesome promotion going right now until December 19, 2010. Telus will give you a FREE Xbox 360 Gaming Console when you buy a Windows Phone 7 on a new or renewing 3 year contract. This is a limited time offer and whiles quantities.

The 250GB Xbox 360 console retails for $299.99! Too bad I recently renewed my Rogers contract when I got the iPhone 4 or else I would be all over this deal.

Click here to go to Telus’s website for more details about this great deal.

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