Valentine’s Day is a special day to celebrate and show love to our significant others, family and friends. As beautiful as the idea to spoil your loved one may be, it doesn’t always mean we should dig deep into our pockets, more especially if we didn’t budget and plan for it. Dhashni Naidoo, Programme Manager at FNB says, “We enjoy spoiling our loved ones and there is nothing wrong with doing that. But we should not spend money that we did not budget for or use credit to buy gifts. You can … [Read more...] about How to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a shoestring budget
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This is what South African consumers do on Valentine’s Day
Restaurants continue to enjoy the lion’s share of consumer spend during Valentine’s Day. According to FNB, on Valentine’s Day in 2019, its customers spent approximately R50 million at different restaurants around the country. This is a substantial increase compared to what customers spent at restaurants during Valentine’s Day in 2017 and 2018 respectively. FNB Retail Chief Executive, Raj Makanjee says, “We see similar spending patterns by customers who use our debit and credit cards, and … [Read more...] about This is what South African consumers do on Valentine’s Day
Men spend more than double on flowers
The frenzy around Valentine’s Day will again see consumers spending more than usual to gift their loved ones. Past trends have indicated that FNB Credit Card holders spend more each year on buying flowers and cosmetic gifts with a 35% increase recorded and restaurant visits increasing by 30% in 2018. Online florists see the biggest increase in the week of Valentine’s with a 228% increase compared to usual spending patterns, with men showing a 403% increase in buying flowers, compared to … [Read more...] about Men spend more than double on flowers
11 Valentines Date Ideas
With a bit of inside information you can keep your love life moving this Valentine's Day! With Valentine's Day around the corner, we're all stressing about finding the right activity that will make this one unforgettable date! But why not try a dose of activity to spice up your life? Break the ice with some of these first-date sport ideas, and remember, they're not only limited to Valentine's! Dance Classes: "Instead of the ordinary drinks at a local trendy bar, try something a little … [Read more...] about 11 Valentines Date Ideas
Stage 2 Load Shedding – Happy Dark Baby Making Valentines Day!
If you assumed that the demand for electricity and need for load shedding only occurred during the week when ALL businesses were consuming power it appears that assumption is the mother of all (YOU KNOW WHAT). That assumption though is completely in line with a business model that; Thanks you for using less of a product and Canes you for using more of a product! In fact today during my load shedding I am going to go to my nearest wholesaler, buy in bulk and insist on paying more for my … [Read more...] about Stage 2 Load Shedding – Happy Dark Baby Making Valentines Day!
Caring gift suggestions for Valentine’s Day
Unplanned, impulse buying is often the culprit of overspending and with all the Valentine's Day deals online and in-store, it is very easy to lose sight of creative thoughtful ideas that won't cost a lot. "With only a few days before Valentine's Day we often make use of the most accessible Valentine's Day deal, throwing all caution to the wind just to ensure that we are not empty handed on the 14th of February," says Eunice Sibiya, Head of FNB Consumer Education. The reality is that these … [Read more...] about Caring gift suggestions for Valentine’s Day
One of the Theories Around Valentines Day
On February 14 around the year 278 A.D., Valentine, a holy priest in Rome in the days of Emperor Claudius II, was executed. Under the rule of Claudius the Cruel, Rome was involved in many unpopular and bloody campaigns. The emperor had to maintain a strong army, but was having a difficult time getting soldiers to join his military leagues. Claudius believed that Roman men were unwilling to join the army because of their strong attachment to their wives and families. To get rid of the … [Read more...] about One of the Theories Around Valentines Day
Moments of Love
So, on Monday we will have hordes of little girls, accompanied by hordes of not so little girls waiting expectantly for a card in the post, a small gift under her pillow, a special romantic dinner or just a passionate kiss. Of course the real men will try, but fail, to show that they don't actually give a hoot. Everyone needs some loving. Tonight the Longhair and I will be popping off to see Crazy in Love at the Savoy - in preparation for 'just another Valentines Day'. On Saturday evening … [Read more...] about Moments of Love
Just What is this MBSWO?
NMMU music students will be part of a brand new concept of the Mandela Bay Symphonic Wind Orchestra (MBSWO), just in time for Valentine's Day. TwoTone Music's "Shall we Dance?" features the orchestra under the baton of part-time music lecturer Gareth Williams in this interactive first for the Bay. TwoTone Music directors Gareth and Ulagh Williams, both NMMU music alumni, are excited about this venture, which combines the orchestra with vocalists and the award-winning TwoTone Show Band in a … [Read more...] about Just What is this MBSWO?
