Americans across the country are celebrating their final days of summer freedom by enjoying one last vacation. Whether the destination is a local theme park, a lakeside cabin or a big city hotel, chances are you’ll dine out. Planning ahead can save valuable time and money and make meals more enjoyable experiences. So, says Restaurant.com President and CEO Cary Chessick.

#19.  Eat out for less. If you’re craving a nice dinner out, stop at Restaurant.com first.

Here are 25 ways to save a bundle...without giving up summer dresses, a trip to Florida, or your manicure.

“Dads” may not be well known for their sense of style or grace, but they are well aware of how quickly their children can empty their wallets. As the recession lingers, “savings and value” have become a necessity that fatherly figures everywhere can identify with. As a trusted savings resource, Restaurant.com has tapped its own hard working dads to determine what gifts might be better left unopened, along with other presents deemed meaningful without requiring extra spending.

Restaurant.com, the trusted and valued source connecting diners and restaurants nationwide, thinks that a Mother’s Day meal is the perfect time to show mom you care by dazzling her with polished tableside manners. Turning off mobile devices, respecting the wait staff, keeping language clean, leaving belches at the bar and remembering that mom is also a “Lady” were among 10 tips suggested by in-house Restaurant.com employees, who are also moms.