Joni's tip

Hurricane Irene and Mayor Bloomberg

2011-08-29T13:02:00.000-07:00

Thank you Mayor Bloomberg for keeping New York City safe!! Mayor Bloomberg's quick action averted potential disaster for New Yorkers. I was able to broadcast my TrustDale radio show on WGST on August 28th from my New York City Apt. with ease and updated the folks in Atlanta about Hurricane Irene . Thank you Mayor Bloomberg for a job well done!!

I am now a Co-host of the TrustDale Radio Show!

2011-05-10T18:25:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it!! After 17 years working side by side with Clark Howard I have some great news!!
I am now Co-hosting the TrustDale Radio show. Yes, I do love New York! I moved back home from Atlanta. It is a thrill to wake up in the city that never sleeps!! I love great food, I love bargains and deals and solving consumer issues. I had the great fortune of "growing up" and learning from my teacher , Clark Howard who is now the consumer personality for HLN!
Dale Cardwell is an Emmy Award winner TV personality.
Dale and I worked many years together with Clark Howard!
So, after 17 years working with Clark Howard, I am now Co-hosting a radio show on WGST on Sunday in Atlanta, Georgia!!

New York Sleep Doctor

2011-02-02T13:21:00.000-08:00

In New York and can't sleep? The New York Sleep Institute located at 724 Second Ave., can help you get a good nights sleep. Or, If snoring is a problem, they can help you with that, too!
Dr. Hal Alpert is one of the physicians at the Institute. Call 212 871-0227 for an appointment.
Check out Dr. Alpert at NewYorkSleepDoctor.com

Chelsea Market

2011-02-02T13:16:00.000-08:00

Yummy! This one time Oreo factory is a foodie's dream come true! Located on 9th ave between 15th and 16th street. The choices are endless. Over twenty different food choices including , Fat Witch Bakery, Amy's Bread and Sarabeth's. Lot's of dining choices in a unique atmosphere!

Rice to Riches

2011-01-07T13:48:00.000-08:00

This yummy rice pudding store is worth the trip! Daily it has about 22 different types of rice pudding. A sample day might have, Sex, Drugs and Rocky Road. Fluent in French Toast and Coast to Coast Cheesecake!
Located at 37 Spring Street, between Mott and Mulberry.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

2010-10-19T14:06:00.000-07:00

Ok, I have seen art all over the world. Clark Howard took his staff on yearly trips and I have had the good fortune of seeing the Louvre in Paris and amazing art in Amsterdam. Yes, Clark would not spring for the 5 bucks to let his wife Lane get the headset to hear about the art but I thought, hey, Clark took me to Paris so I gladly sprung for the 5 bucks for Lane's audio tour.
Right here in the Big Apple is art that will take your breath away. It is a "pay as you wish" museum so you pay what feels right to you. There is so much to see. There are several free and very interesting tours all day so check it out. Want a GREAT view on the cheap in NYC?
Go to the rooftop deck of the museum and the view will knock your socks off. While you are up there spring for a wonderful martini! Bypass the long lines for the martini in a glass when you first walk in and head to the back bar where you will get a much larger drink for the same price without the wait!!

www.goldstar.com

2010-07-29T07:10:00.000-07:00

Great for all kinds of New York City deals on plays, entertainment, boat rides and much, much more! The Morimoto Sushi and Sake cruise is a great deal. $130 is the full price but for $66 you can enjoy a dinner cruise on a 1920's style yacht. The twilight cruise around Manhattan is a real deal. The usual price is $26 but Goldstar members pay just $13. Check out all of the many wonderful discount deals this site has to offer!

www.blackboardeats.com

2010-07-28T18:07:00.000-07:00

I really liked this site. You get the deal and then "park" your coupon number which they send to you in an email. I have wanted to try a nearby steakhouse and for the 30% off , it made this place a deal. You pay nothing up front and don't pay a penny if you don't redeem it.

www.midtownlunch.com

2010-07-28T18:06:00.000-07:00

Cheap eats and good deals! New Yorkers love this website!

www.lifebooker.com

2010-07-22T09:51:00.000-07:00

This is a great way to save money on all kinds of services. Hair cuts, massage, Mani and Pedi and much more!

www.livingsocial.com

2010-07-22T09:43:00.000-07:00

Great for all kinds of deals! One that I bought was the sailing around New York City. This sailing would normally be $51.00 but I paid just $25.50! It was a blast and so relaxing too! After the sail head over to the Chelsea Market, which was once the home of the original oreo factory. All kinds of great food to eat. Chelsea Market is located nearby the pier on 9th ave. between 15th and 16th street.

www.dermstore.com

2010-07-15T17:02:00.001-07:00

Ok, I know I went a little crazy with Sania's Brow Bar but when Sania speaks, listen carefully. First she said to stay clear of any lotions and sunscreen on your brows. Then she suggested a brow pencil , Paul and Joe #2 brow pencil. She suggested that I pick it up at Bergdorf. Since I couldn't make it to Bergdorf, I found a great website and found this high quality $18 brow pencil. Free shipping on all orders and samples thrown in too!!

www.saniasbrowbar.com

2010-07-15T16:53:00.000-07:00

I am normally careful about how I spend money but sometimes in life we all must do something crazy. So, I headed over to Sania's Brow Bar. For $50 Sania's makes magic! She tweezes brows like no one else. Amazing. An artist really. Yes, I do know it was expensive but worth the splurge! To make an appointment call 212 247-1129. She does take walk in customers but be prepared to wait if you don't have an appointment.

www.sitorsquat.com

2010-07-14T22:33:00.000-07:00

If you come to New York City and you have to go..............
Check this site out for bathrooms around the city. I know it sounds funny but if you are in New York City either find a Starbucks or use this website. The Catch the Fish restaurant began charging passersby $10 to use its bathroom! You really don't want to pay to pee.

www.drugstore.com

2010-07-13T16:17:00.000-07:00

Great to order all kinds of items you'd find in a drugstore. . Order online and get free shipping!

www.allrececipes.com

2010-07-13T16:15:00.000-07:00

I do love to eat out but I love to cook great food too! This is a great place to find recipes.

www.pandora.com

2010-07-13T16:11:00.000-07:00

Music for every mood! Go on this website and you can hear your favorite song and artists.

www.blogger.com/www.cityparksfoundation.org

2010-07-13T15:36:00.000-07:00

If you are coming to New York City and want to catch a concert for free. You won't believe how much free entertainment is available.

www.nycgo.com/restaurantweek

2010-07-13T15:25:00.000-07:00

If you go to New York City and want to eat well and not break the bank, check these deals out for well known high end restaurants.

www.paperbackswap.com

2010-07-13T15:24:00.000-07:00

Start reading some books !

www.zennioptical.com

2010-07-13T15:23:00.000-07:00

If you need a spare pair of glasses.

www.hungersite.com

2010-07-13T15:20:00.000-07:00

Contribute for free to support hunger initiatives, breast cancer awareness , literacy, rainforest and animal rescue.

www.burgerrankings.com

2010-07-13T15:19:00.000-07:00

I didn't make this list myself. But I have been coming to New York City for years and I do have to do my research!

www.hopstop.com

2010-07-13T15:17:00.000-07:00

I would be lost with out this site. Best way to get around using public transportation.

www.retailmenot.com

2010-07-13T15:16:00.000-07:00

Look for free shipping codes and other discounts for online shopping!

another great website

2010-06-24T12:55:00.000-07:00

http://www.spafinder.com/
Good place to look for discounts at your local spa.

http://www.resturants.com/
Buy discounts for your favorite restarants.

http://www.thisamericanlife.com/
Download some of these to listen. I love the stories and learn something new.

http://www.slickdeals.com/
A great way to find bargains on the things you need anyway, or find things you didn't even know you needed!

Great Websites!!

2010-06-24T12:15:00.000-07:00

Here are some of my favorite websites.

www.groupon.com
This site allows you to purchase the discounted item of the day as long as a minimum number of people also purchase. I have saved or should I say spent a lot of money on the site!

www.woot.com
This website has a deal everyday

www.vrbo.com
To find a vacation home for rent. I have stayed at some nice places using VRBO

www.streeteasy.com
Great way to find an apartment for rent.

www.kayak.com
Need a flight?

Re: Great Credit Card

2010-06-24T12:05:00.000-07:00

I just got the Chase Freedom card and I love it. Cash is king. You can get cash back ranging from 1% to 5% depending on the type of purchase. Plus, there are specific online shopping sites where you get 10 times the amount you spend in bonus points which translates into more cash for you!

Great NYC views on the cheap!

2010-06-20T14:32:00.000-07:00

Why pay $25 for an elevator ride to the Top of the Rock when you can go and see some AWESOME views for free! Go to Metropolitan Museum of Art and go to the roof top desk for some amazing views! Spring for the Blackberry Daiquiri Martini!