Heather Sweeney

Heather Sweeney is a Content Editor at Military.com. She started writing about her life as a military spouse in 2010 on her popular blog, Riding the Roller Coaster. She joined Military.com’s SpouseBuzz team in 2012 and has been covering military discounts since 2013. In addition to her work at Military.com, her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The TODAY Show, Newsweek, HuffPost and Business Insider.

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Latest Articles

4 Tips for Staying Fit While Saving Money with Military Discounts

Here are four great ways for military families to save money on your fitness journey.

The Best Military Discounts on Tax Preparation

Taxes can get complicated -- and expensive -- for military personnel. But as you file your tax returns, be sure to take...

The Best Military Discounts on Amusement Parks, Zoos and Aquariums

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Recreational Equipment Checkout customers can check out paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks, like these located next to Suukjak Sep Lake on May 15, 2018, at Pine View Campground. (U.S. Army photo/Scott T. Sturkol)

A Closer Look at MWR: Rentals for Military Families

MWR offers more than fitness centers and golf courses. They also offer a variety of items to rent for great prices.

An Airman fills out tax forms, Feb. 9, 2017, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. (U.S. Air Force photo/Daniel Brosam)

Free and Discounted Tax Preparation for Military

Military personnel and their families have access to a variety of tax preparation and filing services for free.

The Best Spring Break Military Discounts

Whether you're planning a family cruise, packing up the car for a road trip or staying close to home, check out the following...

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2024 Military Travel and Recreation Discounts for Veterans Day

We scour the universe for the best military travel and recreation discounts to celebrate veterans and Veterans Day. Find...

2024 Veterans Day Retail Deals and Discounts

Businesses are saluting Veterans Day with a host of discounts and freebies for veterans, service members and their families.

2024 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Deals and Discounts

Restaurants are saluting Veterans Day with free meals and discounts for veterans, service members and their families.

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Military Discounts for Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day take advantage of some military discounts to help Cupid cut costs.

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7 Great Freebies for Military and Their Families

Some military discounts include products or services you can get for free. Here are 7 examples of those freebies.

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Disney Discounts for Military Families

Thinking about booking a Disney vacation? Here are the Disney Armed Forces Salute program details for 2025.

The Best Military Travel Discounts for Your Holiday Getaway

The following military discounts can be used for holiday airline flights and baggage, hotel rooms, car rentals and even that...

How to Find Deals on Military Flights and Baggage Discounts

Whether you're traveling on orders or for leisure, you can find discounted rates on flights as well as checked baggage.

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