I sort of starting doing this quite a few years ago. Quit smoking in 2003 (42 yr. addiction). Used the money I saved to go to Spain & Portugal. That was awesome.
Have never frequented coffee places - always drink it at home, so no $$ to save there, really. Never done manis/pedis. But was spending $$ on haircuts every 5 weeks because I've had very short hair for many years & it grows about an inch a month. Started going to Great Clips with a $9 coupon. They don't do as good a job, but it does save me about $40-50 a month. Sometimes I just trim it myself.
One thing that has saved me a bundle is not buying cleaning products. I invested in Norwex antibacterial clothes/mops/dusters. All you need is water to clean your whole house.
I read flyers and clip coupons every week and if I can save .50 on T.Paper by buying it at the dollar store, I do that. Of course, once you're retired, you have a lot more time to run around town scooping up deals - LOL.
I don't own a car and haven't for over 30 years. Substantial savings right there. Plus I can claim my transit receipts on my tax return.
Use my Aeroplan Visa card to accumulate miles and have used it twice for trips to JA. Hopefully it will cover my husband's flight when he comes.
Every penny really does add up.