By
Reneé LaVoie
Friday, January 29, 2010, 05:45 AM
Category:
FREE Today
Notice anything different lately? FreeToday has tossed its hat in the freebie ring! We were having so much fun showing people where to find freebies, we decided to get in on the action. Recently, we have partnered with HealthQuest to promote their exciting product the MiniMate. What is a MiniMate? The MiniMate is a small appliance you put in your refrigerator that extends the life of your fresh produce with its unique activated oxygen technology. It eliminates germs, prevents molding, and keeps produce crisp and more flavorful. Think about the price of fresh produce - now think about how much wilted lettuce and molded fruit you threw out last year.
The first offer is for a free 30-day trial of the MiniMate, with a free vegetable peeler thrown in whether you decide to keep the Minimate or not. The only cost is a small $6.95 fee to covering shipping of the MiniMate. Then If you like it, you keep it at the end of your 30 days and your credit/debit card will be charged two payments of $14.97.
The response on that freebie offer has been enthusiastic so we decided to up the ante. Our second offer is the HealthQuest Home Mold testing kit ($39.95 value) for free when you sign up for the 30-day free trial offer on the MiniMate. The mold testing kit is vital if you feel you have a mold infestation in your house and you have allergies or young children. For more information on how mold can affect your health, view the video on the site here. The kit includes one petri dish and agar gel, and will give you visual results in less than 72 hours. A number is provided and the results are called in to evaluate whether the mold is toxic. If you desire a full toxicology report on the mold, that can be provided for $29.95.
Now you just have to decide between the free vegetable peeler or the free mold kit when you give the MiniMate a 30-day test drive!
This is our first adventure in promoting an exclusive freebie. What do you think? We love to hear any comments you have, and input on what kinds of freebies you might like to see us promote in the future. Keep your eyes on the site - there are sure to be more FreeToday offers in the future.
--Renee
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By
Reneé LaVoie
Friday, January 22, 2010, 06:30 AM
Category:
FREE Today
Recently, Disney has begun to see the freebie light. It started with their free birthday
admission in 2009 offer, which was so successful they have updated it
for 2010. This year, you can get a Free Ticket to Disney Theme Parks when you volunteer a day in 2010 - which is a much better deal for those of us who stopped having birthdays once we hit 29.
To help you plan your well-deserved getaway, you can send for the free Disney Vacation Planning DVD. The DVD gives you tours of the theme parks, water parks, and resort hotels at Walt Disney World in Florida and
Disneyland Resort in California. In addition, you'll find tips on how to have fun on the cheap, a preview of special events and a
pocket-sized planning guide.
There are also a number of free activities and resources available for kids this year, which is welcome relief in January when "cabin fever" starts setting in and it is too cold to play outside.
Disney.go.com: This website is full of fun interesting things for your kids to do, with free games based on your kids' favorite characters, free full-length TV episodes from the Disney channel and free music from Hannah Montana, the Jonas Brothers, High School Musical and more. The more they look, the more they will find to do. Signing up for the website is free, and gives them access to hours of fun.
Free Disney Character Digital Books :
Digital Books are not just a book download; they're online interactive books for readers of all levels. The books for youngest readers have a narrator that reads the books to the child, the next level has text highlighted along with the narrator to help kids learn how to read and the books for older children let them read at their own pace and are age appropriate. There are a number of books that can be purchased for viewing and seven free downloads. The free downloads include books from each age category so you can see what each version is like. Even if you don't go on to purchase additional books the free samples stay on your page and your child can read them again and again.
Make Free Cards, Calendars, Coloring Pages & Play Games w/ Disney Magic Artist:
This one is great for moms, kids, teachers or anyone who likes to make customized calenders and greeting cards. There are a number of other fun things to do on this page as well include print out finger puppets, coloring pages to print and color and fun online games. This one is a keeper and there are no strings attached. Just a fun free online resource.
As you can see "the Mouse" has been busy, making sure that even in tough financial times munchkins can still get in on a little Disney Magic. We at FreeToday would just like to say - "Thanks Mickey!"
--Renee
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By
Reneé LaVoie
Friday, January 15, 2010, 07:32 AM
Category:
FREE Today
Getting freebies is fun. Everyone loves to find a free sample of pet treats or a free tea sample waiting for them in the mail. But what do you do when your freebie doesn't arrive as promised? Read below for handy guide on tracking down those missing freebies.
How Long Ago Did You Order?
We occasionally get comments from readers who are concerned because they haven't received their freebie after only a week or two. Go back to the original freebie site and review the time frame promised. Some freebies can take two to three months to arrive! (Most take four to six weeks.) Other freebies promise a much quicker delivery. If it hasn't been at least six weeks, wait just a little bit longer before you panic.
Check the Store Website for Any Updates
This is NOT the FreeToday page, but the page of the company who actually SENDS the freebie. Sometimes, if they have temporarily run out of freebies but will be sending out more soon, they will have a message letting their customers know.
Contact the Company
If it has been longer than six weeks and there are no messages on their site explaining the delay, go to the CONTACT US page on their site. Many sites have an easy-to-use online form to send electronic communication, while others will have their phone number listed. When you contact:
BE POLITE. You will get better results with honey than vinegar. Don't assume that because there is a delay, the site is a scam. We check out websites very thoroughly before we post any deals. Assume that there is a misunderstanding and that with some communication the issue can be resolved. Simply explain that you had made a request, that the promised freebie has not arrived and could they please assist you.
REMEMBER YOU HAVEN'T PAID FOR ANYTHING: A freebie is not a right or a purchase. Whether or not a company chooses to give you something for free is their choice. It is delightful when they decide to share, but it's their right to decide not to do so.
HAVE COMPLETE INFORMATION: Before you contact the company, know the date or approximate date that the request was sent, know what product you were promised for free and be aware of the terms and limitations of the specific offer.
Top Freebie Performers: We want to take a moment to give props to the companies that have performed well in the past. Walmart and Sam's Club are two of the best sites for freebies. Not only do they have regular freebies, but they deliver within a couple of weeks without fail. Other companies that have shown themselves to be very efficient include Proctor & Gamble and Betty Crocker. These are some of the quickest to respond but almost all freebies do eventually come in the mail, even if it takes a while to get there.
--Renee
Photo courtesy of For the Love of the Dog Blog
By
Reneé LaVoie
Friday, January 08, 2010, 07:22 AM
Category:
FREE Today
If you made a New Year's resolution to lose weight, you need all the support you can get. You may be overwhelmed and not sure which program to pick. The good news is there are plenty of freebies to get you started. Many popular weight loss programs offer free online dieting tools and/or free trials of their program. There are also some freebie diet snacks that are fun motivators to keep you eating healthy, and fitness centers that will let you try their facilities out for free before making an obligation. Another place you should check out is the 60% off sale at Drugstore.com on all "resolution" items, including weight loss supplements.
We have been publishing so many weight loss freebies over the last two weeks, we decided to put them all in one handy place to make it easier to look them over and choose what works for you.
WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMS
Curves: Get 30 days free when you join curves. Curves features a 30-minute personalized workout for busy women on the go.
Nutrisystem: Seven days of free food and free Jumpstart plan when you join Nutrisystem. Nutrisystem provides no-guess dieting with prepackaged meals delivered right to your door and a diet coach. Specialized meal plans available.
Atkins: Free start-up kit and three Atkins bars when you register for Atkins' free online eTools. Atkins is a low-carb meal plan with three different stages.
Weight Watchers: Free registration and free seven-day trial of Weight Watcher Online eTools. Weight Watchers features weekly support meetings, online tools and reliable food plans based on solid nutritional data.
Slim-Fast: Free customized weight loss plan and online tools when you register at Slim-Fast.com. Slim-Fast is a low-calorie diet that uses shakes and bars as meal replacements.
FREE DIET SNACKS/HEALTHY FOODS
Free Sample of Mariani Dried Plums from Sam's Club: Increase your energy, get vital nutrients and enjoy the natural sweetness of this healthy snack sample.
Free Everlast Energy Bar from GNC: Only 200 calories and packed with nutrients. Choose from Peanut Butter Chocolate Crunch, Dark Chocolate Nut or Oatmeal Raisin Walnut.
Free Low-Fat Fresco Taco at Taco Bell: Fast food that's healthy? Is such a thing possible? Get a coupon for a free Fresco Taco and see how it tastes.
Free Myoplex Bar or Shake with EAS Newsletter registration at Abbott Nutrition: Make sure you click the box requesting the free sample. Take time to explore the excellent online tools their site has to offer.
FITNESS CENTER TRIALS
Free Seven-Day Guest Pass to Bally Fitness: Follow our link to find a location near you, then check it out for seven days.
Free Seven Day Trial Pass to LifeTime Fitness: Another great offer for a seven day trial membership.
We searched for freebies on willpower, patience and discipline, but couldn't find any. As soon as they're available, our readers will be the first to know! In the mean time, this is an awesome selection of freebies to get you started on the way to a better you in 2010. Enjoy the journey!
--Renee
Photo courtesy of Junkfoodscience.blogspot.com