Blog News: Update on Website Downtime & Emergency Network Maintenance (Dec 9)

Website Downtime Update

My web host HostGator.com experienced major networking outages and required emergency maintenance yesterday (Friday, December 9, 2016). This caused all of my blogs/websites and millions of websites around the world to go offline for about 12 hours (starting around 2pm MT yesterday). Here’s more details about the issue if you’re interested.

I spent most of yesterday clicking the refresh button hoping my sites would be back online. I was very frustrated and wished there was something I could do. I was told to be patient and that it was their #1 priority to fix the issue. Thankfully, it looks like HostGator has FINALLY fixed the issue and all sites are finally working again 🙂

We are currently experiencing network issues affecting a number of customer sites. Our sincere apologies for the disruption. Please know we are working to resolve the matter immediately. At present, we’re working to correct a networking issue affecting the following servers:

  • All gator2000 and gator3000 series servers.
  • All web2000 series servers.
  • Multiple VPS servers.
  • Multiple dedicated servers (Linux and Windows).
  • Multiple Cloud and Optimized WordPress servers.

Sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and support.

Raymond Lau

Don’t Drink and Drive! Get an Uber – FREE First Ride Promo Code!

It’s the holiday’s. You’re likely going to out and celebrate the festive season with friends, family and coworkers. If you go out, PLEASE don’t drink and drive! It’s not worth it. Be smart. Plan in advance. Find a designated driver, call someone, call a taxi -better yet, get an Uber and save! Uber is 30% cheaper than a traditional taxi ride!

Uber is a low-cost ridesharing option that connects you with on-demand transportation in minutes. You can ride easy knowing that all driver-partners undergo a rigorous background check process and that all Uber rides are supported by safety innovations like the “Share My ETA” feature.

I love Uber and highly recommend it. I use Uber whenever I possibly can.

Sign-up for Uber now and enter my promo code uberDealsBlog and you’ll get your First Uber Ride for FREE (up to $15 CAD)!

Here’s why Uber is awesome:

  • Cashless & Convenient: You don’t need cash. The fare is automatically charged to your credit card on file – no need to tip.
  • One Tap to Ride: Uber uses your phone’s GPS to detect your location and connects with the nearest available driver. Get picked up anywhere – usually within minutes.
  • Reliable Pick-ups: When you request a ride, they’ll located a driver and let you track their location on the map. Your drivers name, car details and ratings will appear in the app.
  • Clear Pricing: Can enter your pick-up and drop-off locations to get a fare estimate before your trip.

Here’s how to get riding:

  1. Sign-up for a free account online, or download the Uber app (iOS, Android or Windows Phone)
  2. Enter my promo code uberDealsBlog to get your free CA$15 ride credit
  3. Select the uberX icon, set your pickup location, and request your Uber ride!
  4. Meet your driver curbside – you’ll be able to track the exact location of your ride.
  5. Enjoy the ride!
  6. Your ride will be charged directly to your Uber account when your trip is over and you’ll receive an emailed receipt.

Click here to sign-up for an Uber account now.

Click here to visit Uber’s website for more details about the company.

GROUPON: Up to Extra $30 Off Promo Code (Dec 9-10)

Groupon.com is offering a Buy More, Save More promo code! Save up to an extra $30 off!

Save up to an incredible extra $30 off on Groupon when you enter the promotion code OFF at checkout!

  • Take $5 Off $15
  • Take $10 Off $30
  • Take $20 Off $60
  • Take $30 Off $100 or more

This promo code is valid for 2-days only from December 9-10, 2016. This is going to be a very popular offer so don’t miss out!

This is a HOT DEAL! Most deals on Groupon is already discounted 50-90% off. You’ll find lots of amazing deals with the extra up to 33% off (sale on sale).

The promo code works on any local deal in Canada or U.S. (Ie. restaurants, things to do, massages, spas, heath & beauty, automotive, home, golf, etc…).

Fine Print: Valid on 1 unit per transaction; max 3 uses per customer. Max $50 discount per deal. Must click through to be eligible. Must use mobile or desktop site. Exclusions apply (certain local deals and consumer electronics). Exclusive offer. Non-transferable.

Hurry, only a limited amount of people can use the code so take advantage of the offer while it lasts!

Click here to shop on Groupon.com now or to view all the latest local deals near you.

D & J Hair Design: $35 for 1, $65 for 2, or $95 for 3 Women’s Haircuts with Conditioning Treatment and Blow-Dry (Up to 55% Off)

Today’s Groupon Ottawa Daily Deal of the Day: D & J Hair Design: $35 for 1, $65 for 2, or $95 for 3 Women’s Haircuts with Conditioning Treatment and Blow-Dry (Up to 55% Off)

Buy now for only $
35
Value $70
Discount 50% Off

What You’ll Get

Choice of:

  • One Women’s Haircut with Conditioning Treatment and Blow-Dry
  • Two Women’s Haircuts with Conditioning Treatment and Blow-Dry
  • Three Women’s Haircuts with Conditioning Treatment and Blow-Dry

This is a limited 3-day only sale that will expire at midnight on Sunday, December 11, 2015.

Click here to buy now or for more info about the deal. Quantities are limited so don’t miss out!

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TheBay.com: Today Only – 30-40% Off Designer Watches (Dec 9)

Hudson’s Bay popular ‘One Day Sales‘ are back!

Hudson’s Bay will offer deep, one-day only discounts on various products that are perfect for the holidays from November 9th to December 20, 2016. Each one-day promotion will begin at 12:00am EST and will end at 11:59pm EST that same day or while quantities last. Visit TheBay.com for the latest sales each day.

Today only (Friday, December 9, 2016), The Bay is offering the following sale:

  • 30-40% Off Select Designer Watches
    • By Daniel Wellington, Ted Baker, Guess and more
    • Over 3,000 watches available
  • Save an Extra 10% Off Almost Anything with promo code HURRY at checkout.

TheBay.com offers free shipping on orders over $99, or $45 with HBC Credit Card.

Click here to visit Hudson’s Bay website to view today’s deal or for more details about this sale.

LivingSocial.com: Today Only – Extra 15% Off Sitewide Promo Code (Dec 9)

LivingSocial Deals!

Not sure what to gift this holiday season? LivingSocial vouchers make great gifts.

LivingSocial.com is offering a 15% off promo code!

Save an extra 15% off sitewide (all deals) when you enter the promo code GIFT at checkout! I’ve tested the code and can verify that it works.

The promo code is available for 1-day only today (Friday, December 9, 2016).  It’s good for purchases of any amount with a maximum savings of $20.

This is a hot deal because most of the deals on LivingSocial is already discounted 50-95% off! You’ll find lots of great deals with the extra 15% off (sale on sale)!

Redemption instruction for GIFT:

  1. Take 15% off your next purchase for almost any deal on LivingSocial.com when you use promo code “GIFT”.
  2. Add Deal by clicking “Buy Now” button on the Deal information page.
  3. Click on “Redeem promo code” during purchase process.
  4. Enter code “GIFT” and hit apply.
  5. The amount of the savings will be reflected on the final purchase confirmation page.

Terms and Conditions:

  • Maximum discount $20.
  • Promo code must be used between December 9, 2016 12:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) and December 9, 2016, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time)
  • Promo codes may only be used on new purchases and cannot be applied to previous purchases.
  • Promotion requires a LivingSocial account, and is subject to terms and conditions found here.
  • Entire amount must be used in one transaction; no partial redemptions; may not be combined with any other offer.
  • Promo codes not valid for Groupon Goods or ticket/deal purchases required to be completed on a third party site.
  • Promo codes may not be used on government provided services.
  • LivingSocial reserves the right to cancel the promotion at any time.
  • This offer is single-use and non-transferrable.
  • If you return your purchase, you will be refunded the amount paid.
  • Offer good while supplies last.
  • Void where prohibited.
  • Valid in the US and Canada only.

Click here to visit LivingSocial.com and view all of their latest deals.