October 16th 2010

Flycoupon.com lands in Gainesville

For me, bargain shopping spreads across every facet of my life–not just clothing and shoes. So, in keeping with that theme, today’s post has nothing to do with fashion, but everything to do with deals.

If you haven’t heard, a daily deal website has finally come to Gainesville. Earlier this month, UF grad and Chicago resident Steven Shlagman temporarily returned to the city to launch Flycoupon.com. It follows a similiar concept as Groupon or LivingSocial, but Flycoupon.com offers deals for businesses right here in Gainesville and the best part is that the deals last seven days, not 24 hours like many of the other daily deal or flash sale websites.

Today FlyCoupon posted a new offer: pay $10 for $20 worth of Italian fare at Francesca’s Trattoria. Others currently on the site include spending $3 for a $6 voucher at Back Yard Burgers and $10 for $20 at Pizza Vito Real New York Pizza.

Basically here’s how it works: Sign up to get email alerts from the site (it’s easier than just going to the site every day) and if it’s something you’re interested in, click on the link in the email. A countdown clock is featured on the deal that shows how many vouchers are still available and how much time is left to buy one. After you buy the deal, the order is processed and emailed to you. Just print it out and take it to the participating business. Instant savings!

Shlagman said, for now, expect to see a new deal posted every other day. He offered a sneak peek of  upcoming deals from these local businesses: Fritanga Latin Grill, Bagel Bakery,  Yum Cupcakery, Larry’s Giant Subs, TCBY and speciality stores such as Kitchen & Spice, Gator Shop and Gardener’s Edge.

In addition to the highlighted deals, FlyCoupon also has “side deals” on the left-hand side of the homepage. Right now, shoppers can get free smoothie at Smoothie Boost. Also, if you create a free FlyCoupon account between now and Oct. 31, you will be entered into a drawing to win an iPad.

Talk about hitting the deal jackpot!

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