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Half-price games & other deals for recreation venue in West Broward

In The Oasis shopping area at Sawgrass in Sunrise, an indoor arcade and family-friendly recreation venue offers deals & discounts. In The Game deals include $5 off with sign up for e-mail & $10 playcard on your birthday Tuesdays — free mini bowling with meal purchase Tuesdays — free kids meal with purchased entree Wednesdays …

Broward County Parks Offer Passports

On weekends and holidays, some Broward regional parks charge a $1.50 fee per person to enter. For those who jaunt out to the parks regularly on weekends, the Parks Passports may be an attractive deal. The annual park pass costs $25 for individuals and $60  for families with up to 6 people in a vehicle. The passports are sold at …

Kids eat free & other kids’ deals at restaurants in South Florida

Kids eat free

Restaurants in South Florida offer  family-friendly deals, including free food for kids. Often, free-kid’s-meal deals require purchase of at least one adult entrée. With these deals, participation at individual restaurants may vary and restrictions and exceptions may apply. Because vendors sometimes switch out their promotions, it’s wise to phone first to be sure the deal is …

Miami Children’s Museum offers Florida resident discount

Miami Children’s Museum offers a discount for Florida residents, who can visit for $16. The museum is operating with a contactless e-ticketing system that requires patrons to select a specific play session and make their purchase in advance.  To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also …

Free national park pass for 4th-graders & their families

Got a 4th-grade student in the house? If so, thanks to the Every Kid Outdoors initiative, that fourth-grader – plus everyone else in the family – can get into any U.S. National Park for FREE. You simply need to download the free pass by clicking here, print it out and show it for entry at all …

Miami-Dade County Transit info and discounts

Miami-Dade County Transit offers a way to get around the county without using a car. If you use public transportation and buses often, you may find ways to get a discount. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily South Florida on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook You …

Free rides on electric shuttles in Pompano

Nab a free ride in Pompano in an electric vehicle with a spunky, fun design. The free shuttle service offers transportation within designated areas of Pompano, including Piers in Pompano Beach Downtown district for shopping & restaurants beachfront & beachfront hotels The shuttle service is available as of April 26.  For requesting shuttles, use the …

Best Miami places to find free WiFi

free wifi

Miami has amazing spots and cozy corners where you can connect to WiFi for free. If you don’t have WiFi at home, or just need a change of scenery during this time of remote working, here are some options around town – from picturesque coffee shops to parks to rest stops. To keep up with …

Miami places where you can enjoy public art

When it comes to viewing art, it can be good to think outside the box. It’s not always necessary to go inside a boxy museum to view it. Miami has plenty of public art you can see from your car or while on a stroll. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the …

New ways to promote business and events (or find them)

Do you own a restaurant or other business? We have a new way for you to reach your customers: the Miami on the Cheap Business Directory, plus the Miami Restaurant Directory. These directories offer businesses an opportunity to reach more customers at an affordable price – starting with free for basic listings. Even if you …

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