The Cheap Bastard is a lot like Kobe Bryant. Ok, maybe I’m not tall, and a dominant basketball force in the NBA, but there’s nothing I like to do more than make a huge mess of a situation, and then get the hell out of town. Like Kobe’s trying to do to the Los Angeles Lakers by asking for a trade. So if you’re like Kobe and I, you’re looking for some quick and inexpensive ways to get out of Dodge. So, here’s my advice. Head over to Travelocity and take a look at AirTrans “Big City, Small Fare” deal. In a ... full post »

Hey folks, the Cheap Bastard with a quick note to the blokes and blokettes on the other side of the pond. Say you live in England and you’re a little tired of the government taking your picture and tracking your every move - you know, to protect your freedom. Well, now’s a chance to escape to the golf course and take your kid for free. If you live near Matfen, come August you can take your kid to the The Rock Junior Golf Festival at Matfen Hall and the world’s biggest one-day coaching session for youngsters. On Aug. 5, there will ... full post »

The Cheap Bastard is a lot like accused drug-guzzling cyclist Floyd Landis. No, your Cheapness doesn’t ride a bike (and trust me, ladies, my performance is enhanced already). However, yours truly is quick to pin blame on everyone else when he gets into trouble. El Cheapo would sell out his own mom to get out of a traffic ticket. One Mom I’d never sell out, however is the Most Miserly Mom. Not only does she start her blogs the same way as I (I’ll consider it a tribute), but she keeps an eye on great deals in Orlando for duffers looking ... full post »

The Cheap Bastard loves a good auction. It’s how I got this gig in the first place, actually. Right now, however, there’s an even bigger auction going on that has the top resorts in Arizona looking for guests. The Arizona Hotel and Lodging Association has gotten together to auction off some memorable Arizona vacations. Bid for deals such as a three-night stay in the Presidential Suite at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa in Phoenix. Or enjoy Jack Nicklaus’s finest with a weekend for two at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa. Head over to www.discoverazvacations.com to get your bids in now. ... full post »

In 2004, Congress passed legislation demanding that yours truly, Cheap Bastard, never have children. Tacked on to that, of course, was a $42 billion grant to help displaced donut makers. Nonetheless, I can’t have children, because it’d be a federal crime. And this Bastard ain’t doing no federal time. It’s a shame, though, because now I can’t take advantage of KidsPlayGolfForFree.com. RJ wrote me and gave me the scoop: “Did you know that there is a website that is a directory of golf courses that let kids play free with an adult who pays a green fee? That right and it is ... full post »

Many people wonder what life is like for the Cheap Bastard. Well, yours truly lives a life that’s a lot like “Miami Vice.” Lots of high-speed car chases, gunfights and taking down the bad guys. Ok, maybe my life is nothing like that. But I do agree that the Miami Dolphins are morons for taking Ted Ginn Jr., so I fit right in down there. Plus, El Bastardo does get full enjoyment from the golf in Miami. And now that May 1 has clicked by us on the calendar, you can golf in this great South Florida golf destination for less. With ... full post »