When you have job that requires one or two hastily written and researched blogs every couple months like the Cheap Bastard does, then you’d also be looking for chances to get away from it all. That’s why your buddy Cheap here is heading down to Destin, Fla., to take advantage of the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort’s great Fall deals. Now through Oct. 28, you can get rates of as low as $119 at the Bayside Inn, orhave a pick of several deals, including: The Family Fun Package,which offers accommodations in a two-bedroom Resort Classic and a plentiful family breakfast buffet ... full post »

The Cheap Bastard is bummed that he’s locked in here at TravelGolf.com, when it appears WorldGolf.com would be more my style. That’s because it seems like it’s all about golf and chicks over at WG. First off, as soon as you get to the front page, you’re assaulted by the Caddy Chicks, who you can hire to be your “caddie” during your round of golf. I can’t imagine they’d be much help to your game, but then again, you’ll be able to have way more conversations about bikinis and suntan lotion than during your average round. There’s another chick that spends ... full post »

The Cheap Bastard is struggling to overcome his latest breakup. She was everything a frugal guy could want: she only ate at cheap buffets, she wore only “vintage” clothes, she rarely bathed, so we saved tons of money on shampoo and soap. But in the end, she said yours truly didn’t have the equipment to satisfy her. Luckily for me, and you, getting new equipment is easier and cheaper than ever right now. I found a good story from KETV.com that said right now is the time to get deals on golf equipment, as it’s out with the old, in with ... full post »

The Cheap Bastard loves Bush. In fact, your Economical Enigma here would love nothing more than if the U.S. could just keep on re-electing ol’ George W. as President. And if that can’t happen, then I say we elect Laura, or Jeb or Jenna or the twin that’s not Jenna. Your friendly Cheapness would like nothing better than to spend the rest of his life neck deep in Bush. And if for some reason that can’t happen, then El Cheaperino will settle for a lifetime of Head. Hilton Head that is. Yes, Labor Day has come and gone, but the folks ... full post »