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Wagamama Soul Club Review (2026): Is the Loyalty App Worth It?

Dan Wilderness

Wagamama Soul Club is the new loyalty scheme from the popular Asian chain. Is it worth it? We review - find out inside!

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YNAB Review (2026): Does You Need A Budget Actually Work in the UK?

Dan Wilderness

We reviewing budgeting app YNAB, sharing our experiences of it's use of the envelope method and if it's worth paying for.

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Pret Perks Review: Is the Pret A Manger Loyalty Card Worth It?

Dan Wilderness

Is Pret Perks worth it? We explain stars, the £1.99 minimum, 10-star rewards and Club Pret tie-ins—plus tips to get the best value from the app.

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Investment Risk and Strategy: The Ultimate UK Beginner’s Guide

Dan Wilderness

Master investment risk and strategy with our 2026 UK beginner's guide. Learn to define your risk profile, compare bonds vs. equities, and maximise returns.

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How to Get a Better Deal with Sky & Virgin Media as an Existing Customer

Dan Wilderness

Today we look at a guide to negotiating the best deal with Sky and Virgin Media, especially if you're a long term customer!

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Is Deliveroo Plus Worth It? (Silver vs Gold vs Diamond 2026)

Dan Wilderness

Is Deliveroo Plus worth it? We test Silver vs Gold, free-delivery minimums, service fees, and the real savings in our comprehensive review

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Just Eat Plus Review: Is the £5.99 Subscription Actually Worth It?

Dan Wilderness

Is Just Eat Plus actually worth the £5.99 fee? Read our 2026 review to see the breakeven math, hidden costs, and how it compares to Deliveroo and Uber One.

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How to Start Investing in the UK: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide (2026)

Dan Wilderness

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The Atrium Platinum in Rhodes, booked via Expedia OneKey

Is Expedia OneKey Rewards Worth It? (2026 Review)

Dan Wilderness

We review OneKey Rewards, the loyalty scheme operated by Expedia group across Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.

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Is the New Hotels.com Rewards Scheme Worth It? (2026 Review)

Dan Wilderness

Read our honest 2026 Hotels.com Rewards review. We break down the new £75 minimum spend stamp rules, VIP Access perks, and elite tier benefits.

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Is O2 Priority Worth It? (2026 UK App Rewards Review)

Dan Wilderness

Today I take a look at the O2 Priority app, and consider if it's worth it if an existing company or worth switching to O2 for.