I went on my first shop hop this past weekend in Nebraska. I think we went to 10 different shops all over NE. I went with my mom and 3 friends. The urge to spend is great! Definitely set a budget! I took only$30 dollars and left the plastic and the checkbook at home, Good thing I did...I was very tempted to buy a lot of stuff!! You will find some good deals in some of the shops. Definitely do one if you can!