Groupon Hot Deals & Tips | Chaos Is Bliss

You may already receive email updates from Groupon for your city’s deal of the day; however just a tip for ya – if you click around and look at other cities – even across the country with no plans to travel there – you can find national or online deals that don’t show up on your own hometown page. It may not be the highlighted deal front & center, but look to the side in the box that says “Deals Nearby”. Be sure to check the offer details for any restrictions.

Another tip – if you’re planning to travel for Spring Break, or you’re starting plans for a summer vacation, be sure to check those cities as well (and expiration dates to be sure the offer falls within your travel period).

Here are a couple of examples going on now! I’ve listed the city to find the deal, but most you can use anywhere.

Expires today! Howl at the Moon – Indianapolis, Orlando, Kansas City and more: $25 for $50 worth of drinks, food and cover charges. Valid only for location purchased. Deal ends today (3/14/11), offer expires 9/15/11.

Expires today! Domino’s Pizza – Greenville, SC: $8 for 1 large, any-topping pizza (value $20) – this is a good deal if you like to load your pizza with toppings, like my husband. If you’re like me & my kids, not such a great value. Must order online. Carryout only. Not valid with any other offers. Deal ends today (3/14/11), offer expires 4/19/11. Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

Expires today! New York Times – Boston: $36 for a 12-week subscription to New York Times. New subscribers only. Deal ends today (3/14/11), offer expires 5/15/11.

LampsUSA – Washington, D.C.: $20 for $40 worth of lighting and home decor. Online deal ends 3/17/11, offer expires 6/18/11.

Nutty Guys – Columbus, OH: $10 for $25 worth of Dried Fruit, nuts & more. Online deal ends 3/16/11, offer expires 9/18/11.

Barclay Wine – Indianapolis & Columbus, OH: $25 for $75 worth of wine. New customers only. Valid for shipping in select states. Online deal ends 3/15/11, offer expires 3/18/12.