When I first saw the Arribas Brothers store at Downtown Disney, so many years ago, I had never even heard of them. But after stepping inside and seeing the beautiful crystals that they had for sale, I knew this would become one of my favorite stores to visit at …

I am a heavy, long-time smoker. For years I smoked between two - three packs a day. Needless to say, it took a toll on my health. After many failed attempts to quit, I decided to change to e-cigs. I had already tried a few disposable units and Vapor …

While visiting New York City a few years ago, I came across a cool little store called Trash And Vaudeville. I had read about this store on the internet and it seemed interesting, so I thought I’d go and have a look. Located in New York’s East …

I’ve always liked Walmart stores, and this one is no exception. It’s clean, which is unusual for many places on the south side of Fort Wayne, Indiana. It has both the food section and the regular store part to it.
The produce section is the first place …

Carter’s clothing line is my absolute favorite brand of clothes to buy for my toddler. He is long and lean and it seems that these are one of the only clothing brands that fit him perfectly. As far as this specific retail store goes, it is top …

When I first got my freshdirect.com advertisement and $20 off your first order coupon in the mail I was totally thrilled and skeptical at the same time. I thought “how good of a quality can an on line grocery store be?” I was excited by the thought …

There is little chance for visitors to buy some souvenirs in Vientiane, the capital city of Laos because there are hardly any places selling such items within the city center area. Talat Sao Morning Market is one of only two places to go beside Patuxai. It is located in …

I have never been a huge fan of gas stations because when you go inside their convenient stores the prices are marked up so high that I literally lose my appetite. However, there is something about Kangaroo that makes me indulge in their high prices.
One of the best things …

I can honestly say after the experience I had with Plato’s Closet I will never do business with them again! I’ve always seen their commercials on television, but never shopped there or sold anything to them. I had an overflow of jeans in good condition that I thought I …

I love shopping in boutiques because I never know what I’m going to find. Sometimes I find things that are only sold in large cities such as New York City or I’ll find gently used vintage clothing. Discovering Sandy’s Consignment Boutique was a complete surprise to me because I …

I had never heard of Ulta until I was shopping in Ocala and walked past the store which appeared to sale beauty products and cosmetics. It wasn’t until I saw a sign in a vacant store in a popular Gainesville shopping center that read: Ulta coming soon! I made …

Shopping becomes a whole new experience at Ontario’s first air-mall.
I love the Shops at Don Mills for several reasons. Not just to shop, but just the surrounding area of the shops is something that draws you in.
With over 80 shops/restaurants/boutiques this is a superb place to go because …

When it comes to the stores in Downtown Disney Marketplace at Walt Disney World, there are only a few that have changed very little over the years. One of those stores is the Art of Disney. It is located at the Disney bus drop-off point at the Marketplace and …

I moved to Las Vegas a few months ago and had to become acquainted with some new grocery stores. They have Family Dollar Stores, Albertson’s and Sunflower Market for grocery shopping as well as Smith’s (Fry’s Corporation) and Food 4 Less.
I was able to try Food 4 Less …

I like being able to try different department stores or shops that handle electronics to see if I can get better prices or better service at one then the other. To get electronics, I tend to shop in store at Best Buy or CompUSA. To get appliances, I tend …

Home Owners Bargain Outlet (aka: HOBO) carries a plethora of different items for the home at steeply discounted prices but don’t be deceived by the name. You do not have to be a home owner to find items you will need at this store. The store is much like …

I really like the Sendik’s line of grocery stores that include large full service stores and smaller convenience stores. The location in Bayside, WI is one of the smaller convenience style stores. They even have a gas station out front though I have never gotten gas there. The chain …

As we were shopping for a new countertop for our kitchen remodel my fiance and I were inclined to install Corian or some other solid surface countertop. We did a tour of model homes locally and saw these countertops were being commonly used. We both knew that granite was …

I recently visited the Michael’s craft store in Brown Deer since I was interested to see what they had to offer in the way of wedding supplies and silk flowers. I was hoping to get married next year in November but after doing research I’ve found the cost will …

When someone would say to me that they were going to Sawgrass Mills Mall in Sunrise Florida, I would normally run the other direction. The mall itself is known to be loud and packed with so many people that I would need a blow horn just to get through …

I used to go to this grocery store a lot since it was right down the road from me and very convenient. Frankly, I’ve had such bad luck with grocery shopping at this store I’ve turned to Target stores that offer groceries or a locally owned grocery store called …

I used to go to Pick N Save for groceries on a regular basis since the store was so close and convenient. After starting on Weight Watchers and trying to find new and creative recipes to aid in losing weight, I would regularly find that the ingredients listed in …

I really like shopping at Francesca’s Collections because they have such interesting and trendy fashions and accessories. The inventory they carry reminds me very much of what is stocked at Anthropologie stores but at a far more affordable price.
The store carries mostly clothing consisting of tops, skirts and …

I often drive by Ma Jolie clothing store on my way to school in the evenings and thought it looked like a nice boutique but assumed it would be pricey and out of my budget. However, I was early for class one day and thought I might kill some …

I first went to the Gossip clothing store location in Mequon, WI for research on a school project about operating a clothing store. The store is inside a strip mall with a few other boutique style clothing stores. The store is a decent size and most of the merchandise …

I love shopping at Aldo Shoes because I can always find what I’m looking for. They have such a unique selection of shoes and bags and such a wide variety of styles. I love that there’s always a small clearance section which I always make sure to browse in …

I went to Faye’s clothing store once to do some research for an entrepreneurship class on how to operate a clothing boutique. Though I was there to observe the store itself, I wouldn’t have been opposed to purchasing something there if it was indeed affordable and I really loved …

Bangles and Bags is a small chain of accessories boutiques located in southeastern Wisconsin. I most frequently travel to the one located in Milwaukee’s third ward since it’s the most convenient location for me. While it’s a bit tough to find parking during the day I have the best …

Fred is a boutique located in downtown Milwaukee that offers affordable clothing and accessories. The store has drastically changed in the last few years. The store used to look crammed with racks of clothing set very closely together and lots of cheaper looking things for sale. I believe …

The best part of going to Hong Kong is really going through the Sasa shops. There are lots of Sasa shops all around Hong Kong, and as my cousins would like to say, they are all literally “around the corner” because they are indeed can be found anywhere! I’m …

As a consumer part of a family that loves technology, it was easier to join my husband than try to beat them and their need for the newest, hottest gadget. According to their advertisements, hhgregg has great prices and great customer service. There should be some …

Earlier this year, I moved to the East Gadsden area. Prior to moving, I never really shopped at this grocery store. Now that I live less than five minutes from this location, I am really glad that I decided to give it a try. It is …

I went to Plato’s Closet in Glendale, AZ and I brought some clothes of my own to be purchased by them. I brought a large sack full of clothes, about forty items. I was disappointed because they only took four of my items. They took a GAP denim jacket, …

Ashcombes Farms and Greenhouses, located at 906 West Grantham Road in Mechanicsburg PA is a gardener’s paradise. When spring rolls around each year I get excited just thinking about my trips to Ashcombes in preparation for my flower and vegetable gardens. . They have all your basic …

When shopping for gear for outdoors activities like camping and mountain climbing, there were some big name stores that I like to shop at. Sports Authority, Outdoor World, etc. And there is one place that I don’t normally shop at for my larger outdoor needs, but while in the …

Many people, myself included, have not set foot in an Aldi store, because they assumed it was another cheap, nasty, discount store. Nothing could be further from the truth. The first time I shopped there, I as pleasantly surprised at the cleanliness and organization of this store. I have …

I have been going to Hong Kong and stayed in apartments along Patterson Road. The best part about living along Patterson Road in Causeway Bay is the proximity to the nearby supermarket which is called Wellcome. Wellcome Supermarket is a grocery store that is open for 24 hours, which …

While in Times Square in New York City this last trip I did not plan on going into Toys R Us. As we walked near the store my teenage daughter saw two giant stuffed Hello Kitty’s walking around amidst Smerfs and other characters. She yelled, “I have to go …

I misplaced my bank card, and I had to buy baby diapers. I could not go to the bank, because it was the weekend.
I noticed that if you order online at Wal-Mart, you can pick up the items the same day that you order them, if they are available …

Paddy’s Market is a large traditional market in China Town district in Sydney. They sell clothes, accessories, fruits, vegetables, cakes and many others. Paddy’s Market, however, is famous for its low cost (but pretty good quality) souvenirs. I think that two third of the floor space is occupied by …

I found this place when I was searching for a full box of Butterfingers, which happen to be my boyfriend’s favorite candy and extremely hard to find an entire box of! After calling numerous places, I called this one and received a friendly affirmative which sent me down to …

If anyone has been to Old Town in Kissimmee, they would know that most of the shops in Old Town are tourist traps for people who are visiting the Orlando attractions. One of those tourist trap shops is called the Black Market Minerals Shop. Interesting name, I know, but …

I was raised in a family that didn’t do many outdoor vacations like hiking and camping so when I married my husband, he started taking me to all the national parks, camping, hiking, etc. I was a novice in it all, so I had to rely on him to …

I recently started running long distance and as most people, when you start running your main concern is your feet and joints. My foot arches instantly started telling me that my cheap Nike shoes were not going to be good for my feet when they started hurting …

The Marietta Square Farmers Market has become one of my favorite places to go in the fall over the past few years. The farmers market has definitely grown over the years!
The farmers market is located in the Marietta Square which a nice and popular area in …

When I heard about CityDog Market from my coworkers, I knew I had to bring my parents dog to try out this popular dog store rather than our usual Pets Mart visit.
As soon as I walked Dog in to CityDog, we both fell in …

I love shopping for personal belongings and food items and consider it a hobby. All stores aren’t alike when it comes to customer services, security and convenience, but Super Stop and Shop of Nanuet tops the charts on these values. Situated in the shopping center of Nanuet, this store …

When I first moved to Georgia six years ago, I was not impressed with the Town Center Mall. There were not any stores that I really liked, the mall had nothing special about it, and I never had a desire to go in to the mall unless …

When I walked into this store, it just amazed me how well designed and lighted this store was. Additionally, the store employees seemed bright and beaming with energy, making this store a must shop place for me. They sell shirts, pants and designer labeled hand bags which are collected …

Coco Park is a shopping mall and entertainment centre. It is located in the Futian district of the city of Shenzhen. It is very easy to reach since there is a metro station just in front of it, and named after it; you cannot miss it.
I have spent many …