Your weekly money saving deals and news from money expert Andy Webb

My top content this week

1. Should you book a holiday this summer?

There's been a surge in bookings for UK holidays now we know we can stay in them from 4th July. But is your money safe if you decide to go away here or abroad?

Here are a few things to consider before booking, and some ways to protect your cash if things don't go to plan.

2. The best price comparison and tracker sites for your shopping and spending

One of my favourite tools to nab the lowest price is to use a price comparison and tracker website. And it's not just for my utility bills, I'll use them for most of the things I buy.

At their most simple you can find the cheapest price out there with a few clicks, but they offer much more. Here's are the ones I use most to save money on things like books, movie rentals and my general shopping.

3. Curve card review

Here's another FinTech review, this time looking at a smart card and app that could mean you only need to take one card out and about with you.

I've taken a look at the good and the bad. Plus how you can get a free £5 for giving it a try.

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My podcast this week

Episode #129: Using your money to make a difference

In this week's episode of Cash Chats I've looked at the best ways to use your donations, spending and banking to support the causes, culture and more that you feel can make a difference to society.

Listen on the blog or subscribe (for free) on most podcasting apps including:

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If you can leave a rating and review on the podcast app you use when you listen that would be really appreciated.

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Thanks to everyone who's already joined my new Facebook community for fans of the blog and my Cash Chats podcast.

The idea is that it's a space for us to connect throughout the week, as well as give you all a chance to ask questions and share your own money saving and money making ideas.

I've seen this work really well elsewhere so I'm excited about what we can all achieve together.

So please do head on over, join up and say hello.

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The top deals this week

I only share deals and special offers on the blog which I think are really good value. Click the red titles or blue links for more information.

Plus, it's worth following me on Instagram where I post any extra deals which come too late for the newsletter, including a deals of the week video update on Friday.

1. £10 Cashback bonus at Currys

This week Quidco is offering an extra £10 bonus when you spend £100 or more at Currys. You need to opt in. Here's more on the offer.

2. Last chance for extended Amex bonus period

One of the best features of an American Express credit card is the introductory offer - worth between £100 and £125 depending on the card you choose and how much you spend.

Normally you only have three months to hit the spending targets but for the last few months that time has been extended for six months. However from next week it drops back down to three months.

So if you are thinking of getting a card and think you'd need the extra time, now is the time to apply.

3. Amazon fashion sale

There's a big Amazon sale on clothes and accessories until Sunday, including New Balance trainers for around £28. Here's more on the offer.

4. Free Brewdog beer

You've only got a few days left to claim a voucher to swap for a free Schooner (2/3 pint) of Punk IPA at Brewdog bars when they reopen next month.

5. Cheap Night In: Glastonbury and more free online gigs to watch

This weekend should have seen the 50th Glastonbury take place. To make up for the cancellation there a hundred or so free classic sets available to watch on iPlayer. You can watch them on demand and create your own festival line-up.

Here's how to catch them and another 50 live concert recordings I've found on YouTube, Amazon, Netflix and NOW TV from the likes of Madonna, Fleetwood Mac and more.

6. Cheap Night In: A Midsummer Night's Dream

There are two productions of this Shakespeare play available on YouTube this week. Choose between the National Theatre at Home channel or the more traditional version from the Globe Theatre.

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Quick deals

Banking offers

Best interest: 2% at Nationwide for one year
Top free cash: £50 cashback for opening a TSB account

Cards and bills deals

Shopping vouchers and other deals

Entertainment deals

Travel offers

Free £10 to spend at Booking.com

Food and drink offers

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