The United States Independence Day is only two days away – it’s celebrated every year on the 4th July and it’s fully of fun, family and fireworks! It’s one of the most patriotic holidays in the USA, so here’s a quick bit of history for our non-US users (because it’s important to know the reason […]
We’re in the middle of what’s known as ‘wedding season’, so we’re sure there’s plenty of loved-up couples either starting their wedding plans or finalizing the ones they already have! Wedding season usually begins in May and finishes at the end of August. From the venue to the cake, the dress to the cars, and […]
Many of you will already know that we’re currently in the height of prom season (especially those of you with children in High School). High school proms generally happen between April and June, or near the end of the semester/term – so “prom season” often lasts from March (when the students first start talking about […]
If you’re in the mood to celebrate, and have some fun, this is the perfect week to do so as Cinco de Mayo is only a few days away! Cinco de Mayo (which means “May 5th” in Spanish) is on Sunday this year, and it’s a great chance to enjoy some Mexican food, the Mexican […]
Did you know it’s Australia Day in a few days’ time? (Yipee!). We’re sure our Australian Qmee users will know! But some of our British, American and Canadian users may also know too. If you aren’t sure what Australia Day is, let us fill you in – the day is a national public holiday that […]
Now that 2019 has arrived, and it’s the second day of a brand new year, what better time than to start thinking about your finances and saving money this year! The festivities and holiday season are finished, and it’s back to work and reality. This might not sound like much fun, but thinking about your […]
It’s finally here! The advent calendars are open, the trees are going up and the wreaths are on the front doors… December has arrived! That means Christmas is just around the corner. Whether you’re a big fan of Christmas or a bit of a Grinch, the fact is there’s only three weeks left to get […]
After Black Friday (which is only 3 days away!), Cyber Monday is the perfect time for you to take advantage of some huge discounts on tech gadgets. On Monday 26th November, you just need to fire up your web browsers and start shopping! The focus on Black Friday is usually on both high street stores […]
Black Friday, the biggest sale of the year, is just over a week away – the day itself is November 23rd, and if you haven’t started your Christmas shopping yet, now is the time to! To make the most out of the huge savings available in the run up to Black Friday (and the even […]
There’s just over a week to go until Halloween and things have started to get spooky! Decorations are going up, treats are being brought, baked and prepared for the ‘trick or treaters’, and pumpkins are being carved. Have you made your plans for the 31st yet? No? Well, don’t panic! Everyone wants to have fun on […]
Our friends at Activity Superstore have sent this great post over for our blog this week. Take a look below… We give gifts to show our affection for others, to build relationships, to help others or to get something in return. The more you think about it, the clearer it becomes that the gifts we […]
Youth is seen as a carefree time by some people. But if you’re under 25, then you will know that life can be packed with pressure, especially of the financial kind. From rising rents to expensive eats, the need to start budgeting properly has never been more important. But it’s not an easy thing to […]
For our UK, US and Canadian Qmee users, the month of September means the start of the fall season. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing color, and Halloween and Bonfire Night are just around the corner – it’s safe to say summer is officially over in many places! Many people will be unhappy […]
You may not know (unless you’re one of our Australian Qmee users!) that Sunday 2nd September is Father’s Day in the wonderful country of Australia. Our Dads are our heroes so it’s the perfect time to show them how much we love them and thank them for all the great things they do for us. […]
Apple season in the US is just around the corner (it’s typically from mid-August to mid-October) so we’ve been thinking of things you can do to enjoy the season – even if you’re not based in the US! Although they aren’t native to America, apples are one of the most valuable fruit crops (oranges being […]
If you’ve been thinking about tidying up your garden for a while, or even re-inventing it, July and August are the perfect months to start! No one wants their garden to look like an overgrown forest, but we know it can sometimes be more expensive than you think to improve it. Gardening is such a […]
We’re in to the second week of July, and it’s this month that many people head off on their vacation! July and August are known for being “vacation months” – they’re often the highlight of the year and help us get through the first half. There’s no need to panic if you haven’t got a […]
Thinking about your finances and saving money doesn’t sound like much fun, and it can often be very overwhelming – but it’s necessary if you’d like to have more money in your savings pot. When it comes to their finances, many people are unsure of where to begin and we can understand why. We believe […]
Father’s Day is in just over 2 weeks for those of you in the UK, US and Canada – if you don’t have the date in your diary already, it’s Sunday 17th June. For our Australian Qmee users, you have until September 2nd before you have to start thinking about what to do for your […]
Wedding season is fully under-way! Between May and August every year is when excited, loved-up couples are either starting their plans or finalizing the ones they already have. Your wedding should be the perfect day that you’ve always dreamed of. For the perfect day to happen, the amount of work and effort put in is […]
