Deals & Discounts

Since its invention, laser tag has entertained as many children as laser hopscotch, laser jacks, and laser Red Rover have vaporized combined. Score multiple rounds of intense beam-streaming competition with this Groupon.

$9 for Two Rounds of Laser Tag, One Round of Urban Golf, and Two Trips Through the Laser Maze ($19.50 Value)

Guests zap opponents with laser guns, sink holes-in-one on indoor mini-golf course's glow-in-the-dark greens, and attempt to speedily weave their way through nearly 30 crisscrossing laser beams.

Red Zone Adventures

Fog floods the 6,000-square-foot arena as youngsters race behind glowing crates and walls to escape lasers, thus fulfilling the business's Active Play Active Kids philosophy of getting wee ones on their feet and keeping them moving. At the nine-hole indoor golf course, glow-in-the-dark games take place with the aid of illumined putters and firefly caddies. The laser maze's 30 crisscrossing beams put participants' coordination to the test as they navigate through, and the glowing Lightspace Play Floor accommodates up to four players trying to copy each others' dance moves. At the snack station, kids can recharge with pizza and nachos before challenging friends to air-hockey bouts in an arcade with more than 35 games.

Spacious Condos in Area Steeped in Colonial History

The manor house that stands on the grounds of The Historic Powhatan Resort dates back to 1735. Sturdily built with 20-inch-thick brick walls and distinctive T-shaped chimneys, the two-story structure survived the American Revolution and a fire during the Civil War that ravaged the surrounding plantation. Today, the house stands amid carefully manicured gardens and rolling hills on the resort's 250 wooded acres.

Powhatan's spacious suites occupy several buildings surrounding its historical showpiece. Inside, separate dining and living areas give families room to spread out or use the sofa to stage reenactments of General Washington's crossing of the Delaware. Industrious guests can craft their own meals in a fully equipped kitchen stocked with all the necessary dishes and cutlery. Alternatively, the resort's onsite restaurant, The Kitchen at Powhatan (open Thursday-Sunday), serves seasonal fare lauded by Gourmet magazine for its fusion of southern cooking and California cuisine. The dining room reinforces the colonial vibe with its enormous stone fireplace and period decor.

In between visits to Williamsburg's historic sites and theme parks, kids can romp through the resort's playground and splash pool. There are also tennis and racquetball courts as well as a full calendar of events, including fife performances, scavenger hunts, and wine tastings beside the pond.

Williamsburg, Virginia: Citywide Living History Museum

Located 150 miles south of Washington, DC, Williamsburg was the capital of the Virginia Colony from 1699 to 1780 and a hotbed of political dissent leading up to the American Revolution. The city's historic area has been meticulously restored to look exactly as it did in the 1770s. The area known as Colonial Williamsburg encompasses dozens of 18th-century structures, including the capitol-the site of the first unanimous vote for independence from the British. Live-action historical interpreters enliven the district's taverns, shops, and rebuilt homes. Sparks fly at blacksmiths' workshops, faux minutemen fire muskets, and old-fashioned printers churn out incendiary pamphlets decrying unjust tea levies and the abolition of tricorn hats.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

You love the nooks and crannies in an English muffin to be filled with butter and gooey jellies, but your car? Not so much. Today's deal from Next Level Handwash Carwash gives you the chance to get rid of gunk and enjoy a complete detailing package for $55 (regularly $130). The treatment includes washing the crud off your coupe; wiping down the dash and little niches in your car's interior such as cup holders; vacuuming and shampooing carpets and upholstery; conditioning leather; washing windows inside and out; machine buffing the exterior; and shining the chrome. While you wait, you're welcome to enjoy one of the on-site lounges with plasma-screen TVs, seated massages, and free coffee. However, if you'd rather watch your own TV at home, a professional will gladly pick up your car from any location within Baltimore and the surrounding counties and return it when it sparkles. For just a few crumbs, your vehicle can finally get out of one messy jam.

Managing your workflow is always a challenge, but these days you feel like you're rowing upstream. Allow today's deal from Ultimate Watersports in Baltimore to float you an alternate option: Relax and enjoy a two-hour kayak rental for $20 (regularly $40). Explore the scenic waterways of the Gunpowder River solo as you commune with osprey and painted turtles, oar bring a buddy and go tandem for $25 (regularly $50). Depart from the Hammerman Beachfront or Dundee Creek to wander along waterways and meander the marshes in search of wildlife on the kayak trails. With 150 brand-new 10- to 18-foot kayaks for beginners to experts, and expert adventurers on staff who have been gearing us up for exploring the bay for 27 years, this deal is sure to catch your drift. Want more? Check out Ultimate Watersports on Facebook.

Losing weight is a challenge almost as difficult as reading an entire dictionary or climbing a tree that's covered in canola oil. Enlist expert help with this Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

• $99 for two Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (a $600 value)
• $179 for four Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (a $1,200 value)
• $229 for six Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (an $1,800 value)

Eight Lipo-Light pads cover areas clients want to slim, emitting LED light that aims to reduce the appearance of cellulite and potentially reduce inches. The painless light beams reach deep within the skin, prompting fat cells to release liquid contents, which are then processed by the body's lymphatic system. Treatments require no downtime and are most effective when paired with exercise and a healthy diet.

Physicians Weight Loss Centers

Under the expert guidance of medical director Dr. Alkesh Patel, the staff at Physicians Weight Loss Centers harnesses FDA-approved technology, nutrition programs, and other services to help patients shed inches and pounds. With expertise honed over more than three decades, the team administers shots of vitamin B12, provides meal-planning advice, and crafts detailed exercise programs. Zerona laser treatments help contour silhouettes with little-to-no downtime or risk of being misused by supervillains, and the powers of radio and magnetic frequencies help Venus Freeze treatments battle cellulite and loose skin.

The Issue: Barriers to Recreation for Kids with Disabilities

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, kids' recreational activities such as summer camps across the country have added accommodations to allow children with special needs to participate. However, even with improved physical access, the high costs of medicine, equipment, home care, and education often put a financial strain on the parents of children with disabilities, preventing them from being able to afford such activities.

The Campaign: Sailing Experience for Youth with Disabilities

If this Grassroots campaign raises $500, then Downtown Sailing Center can provide a three-hour sailing experience for 10 children with disabilities selected from Lollipop Kids Foundation. Each additional $500 will fund a sailing experience for 10 more youth. Each experience will include one-on-one instruction on a water course, using small boats that are manageable for those with limited mobility. After the training period, children take the reins and sail on their own, touring the harbor or participating in fun races. Family members can also sail with participants, or choose to watch from land instead.

You can follow the progress of this and other Grassroots campaigns at the Groupon Grassroots website.

Downtown Sailing Center

Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) aims to open up access to sailing through instruction, summer camps for youth, and a fleet of community boats. Its adult and youth boating programming promotes inclusive recreation for people who may face limited opportunities for this kind of activity because of disability or socioeconomic disadvantage. Over the course of a season, more than 1,000 people take to the water with the help of DSC volunteers and staff, who are specially trained to accommodate special needs. The boats at the DSC were specially designed so that they cannot capsize, allowing people with disabilities to sail safely.

All-Inclusive Resort on the Caribbean Sea with Trapeze Lessons and Eclectic Dining

At Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach, "all-inclusive resort" means much more than unlimited dinners and mai tais. Right in between the beach and the resort, you can learn how to trapeze at an open-air training facility surrounded by netting. Head up to the trapeze platform for a free lesson, and you can see the Caribbean Sea stretch out for miles right next to the resort's private, 5,000-foot stretch of pristine golden beach lined with palapas below.

The trapeze lesson is one of many ways the resort goes beyond the typical all-inclusive experience. When you're not relaxing at the beach, the all-inclusive plan frees you up to try a scuba-diving lesson, take yoga classes, climb a rock wall in the gym, or take in some live entertainment.

The beachfront resort is spread out like a small village, lined with flagstone pathways, landscaped gardens, three pools, and a shady coral stone grotto. At night, you can stop by the discotheque and dance to spicy meringue music, or head to the theater to enjoy a live performance of musicals such as Moulin Rouge or Cabaret. As the night winds down, stop for a midnight snack at the 24-hour pizzeria.

Guests can enjoy unlimited food and drinks from five restaurants and four bars, including La Terraza, a breakfast, lunch, and dinner spot that serves an international buffet. You can get a nice view of the sunset on the waterfront patio of La Roca Grill, which serves tropical cocktails and fried calamari.

Beachfront bungalows are located steps from the ocean, so guests can fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves and the squeals of dolphins watching horror films.

Bayahibe, Dominican Republic: Renowned Scuba Diving with White-Sand Beaches

Bayahibe is situated on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic on the shore of the Caribbean Sea. The former fishing village remained relatively untouched by tourism until the late 1990s, when it became known for its white-sand beaches and scuba-diving sites, but it still has a tucked-away feel.

For diving and snorkeling, it's worth it to take a trip to Saona Island, an uninhabited nature reserve located just off the mainland. Tour operators on catamarans and motorboats will drop you around the area's sandbars and shipwrecks, which overflow with brightly colored fish.

About 20 miles (32 km) from the hotel, the cobblestone streets of Altos de Chavon are lined with artists' studios, galleries, and quaint cafes. The European-inspired village is also home to a 5,000-seat amphitheater, which has featured headlining shows from legendary artists including Frank Sinatra and Shakira.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

A sore back is often the result of days spent hunching over keyboards or playing catch with wet bags of flour. Get back in the game with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $35 for one 60-minute custom massage (a $70 value)
• $95 for three 60-minute custom massages (a $210 value)

Registered massage practitioner Bernadette Singleton maintains open lines of communication throughout each custom massage, blending Swedish strokes with deep-tissue pressure to ease ailments that range from chronic aches to athletic injuries.

BES Enterprise Natural Solutions

If registered massage practitioner Bernadette Singleton has learned anything in the eight years since she opened BES Enterprise Natural Solutions, it's that no two bodies react to treatment the same way. Human senses can be capricious and hard to control-something she knows all too well from her own battle with Meniere's disease.

Bernadette draws on her years of therapeutic practice as well as her own life experiences to create custom massages that cater to her clients' individual needs. Her own sensitivity to store-bought products compelled her to handcraft her own blends of oils, creams, and deodorants, and many of these formulas have since worked their way into her treatments. When she isn't releasing tension with Swedish and deep-tissue techniques or coating water-heated pebbles in oil for a hot-stone massage, she continues to craft cold-processed soaps, hand-dipped candles, and blends of shea butter harvested from cows that once grazed in the New York Mets' outfield.

Cars and bodies are simliar in that no two run the same way. If your frame's feeling a little dinged up, stop in for an inspection at BodymechaniX: Pay $45 and get an hour-long customized massage (a $99 value). After reviewing your lifestyle and levels of discomfort, a licensed massage therapist will begin a personal tune-up that's specific to your needs. Located in The Center, west of State Circle on West Street, BodymechaniX has a team that understands the differences between the bodies and stresses of males and females, the athletic and the elderly, ensuring your full-body experience leaves you relaxed and ready to switch gears to prevent future pain. After a pit stop at this downtown station, you can begin repairs without having someone look under your hood.

Your little ones love shaking it to the radio, so add a little roll to their rock with today's deal. Score one weekend skating package for two, including admission and skate rentals for only $11 (regularly $22) at Skate Zone in Crofton. Or, drop $17 for one weekday skating package for four, including admission, skate rentals, pizza, and one pitcher of soda (a $35 value). Step into this family-owned-and-operated full-service skating center and take to the floor, enjoying the flashing lights and lively music. With more than 15 years in the business, Skate Zone's family entertainment is music to your kids' ears. And with these savings, this deal hits all the high notes. Want more? Check out Skate Zone on Facebook.

Like smashing a snow globe against your forehead, tours can open up a fascinating new world right before your eyes. Go beyond the surface with this Groupon.

Choose from Four Options

• $15 for a kayak tour for one child (a $30 value)
• $25 for a kayak tour for one adult (a $50 value)
• $39 for a kayak tour for one adult and one child (up to an $80 Value)
• $45 for a kayak tour for two adults (up to a $100 Value)

Kayakers follow ACA-certified guides on treks through the Assateague Island's barrier ecosystems, choosing from a number of tours that vary in duration, difficulty, and route. Wildlife Discovery Tours paddle two miles through a secluded wilderness of sika deer and wild horses, and child-friendly sunset and full-moon tours explore natural habitats after dark with opportunities for photographing twilight scenery and seeing red foxes and luminous jellyfish.

SuperFun Eco Tours

Assateague Island sits along the East Coast near the spot where Maryland and Virginia begin to touch. The National Park Service safeguards the 37-mile island's varied ecosystem, in which wild horses brought there by 17th-century colonists still trot freely near the salt marsh. In 2009, a trio of college pals made it their mission to introduce nature enthusiasts to this dynamic wilderness. After Tom Simon, Neil Nimrichter, and Dale Barber left The Ohio State University with degrees in environmental science and adventure recreation, the friends were drawn to Assateague's complexity and coastal beauty as a spot to begin their careers. Today, their company, SuperFun Eco Tours, leads customers on various kayaking explorations of the island's wonders, quenching theirs and their customers' thirst for adventure by exploring the areas of the island accessible only by boat or human catapult.

The crepe, or French pancake, was invented in 1923 to make its American counterpart look fat, oafish, and uncouth in comparison. Help the disked dessert to maintain its well-deserved sense of superiority with today's Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

• $10 for $20 worth of Euro-African fare and drinks, including menu items such as couscous with slow-cooked lamb and vegetable stew ($9.45) and an omelet with two pancakes and cinnamon cream ($6.59)
• $18 for a punch card for six crepes (up to a $39.54 value), such as a hawaiian crepe with ham, pineapple, and cheese and a Nucoban crepe with coconut, bananas, and hazelnut chocolate
• $50 for crepe catering for up to 10 people including unlimited crepes for one hour (a $120 value)

Mina's Delights

The influences on the cuisine of Ramatou Fofana, the gastronomist who owns Mina's Delights, are widespread to say the least: her dishes sample from the culinary traditions of Africa, Europe, America, and Asia, and in particular France and West Africa. The restaurant was originally founded to serve crepes, which explains why the menu teems with sweet and savory versions of the treat, including a signature rainbow crepe topped with cherries, peaches, pineapple, and hazelnut crumbs.

Following the success of its crepes, the restaurant has expanded its repertoire to include European and African specialties. This means instead of shot-putting themselves to West Africa, diners can stay put to enjoy one of the region's popular dishes, thiebou jen, which pairs fresh veggies with spiced, stuffed fish.

If you've had your eye on a certain sailor for a while, today's deal from Three Boudoir is one that will really float his boat: Toss us $99 and unfurl your sails for an hour-long boudoir photo shoot complete with two fully edited shots and an online gallery of ten photos (a $380 value). In this ladies-only studio, a professional photographer will help you navigate your seductive side while a former Playboy model directs you through a bedroom photo shoot in your sassiest skivvies while this -- shall we say -- adult academy teaches you trade secrets and the best come-hither looks. It's an experience that not only makes a great gift, but also empowers you to love your amazingly sexy body. Just snag this 74%-off deal soon, before it ships off.

Biologists estimate that water makes up 65% of the human body, 71% of the planet's surface, and 0% of the R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire. Conquer the planet's most prevalent liquid with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $25 for a two-hour self-guided standup paddleboard tour for one (a $50 value)
• $45 for a two-hour self-guided standup paddleboard tour for two (a $100 value)

Paddleboarders can launch from Dundee Creek or Hammerman Beach in Middle River.

Ultimate Watersports

The Chesapeake Bay is home to legendary beautiful waters, and diverse flora and fauna. Held on Gunpowder River, which flows into the bay, the festival shows off the industry's latest toys, allowing attendees to try out brand-new kayaks and paddleboards on the sparkling fresh water. For the rest of the season, Ultimate Watersports brings its know-how to the shores with kayak tours, paddleboard lessons, and sailing trips that have remained a bay fixture for more than 26 years. Waterfront enthusiasts seek out the company's reliably well-maintained and up-to-date watercraft to do everything from gain a windsurfing certification to practice heckling standup paddleboard comics. Additionally, seasonal kids' camps help youngsters to stay active while they gain an appreciation for watersports and the splendor of the outdoors.

Concerts, like dimly lit chandeliers, are more impressive outdoors and are more enchanting when adorned with strategically placed glow sticks. Illuminate your eardrums with today's GrouponLive deal to the Kent Island Rock N Run Music Festival at the Chesapeake Bay Exploration Center in Chester. For $20, you get a general-admission ticket for Saturday, June 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (a $39 value).

During Kent Island Rock N Run Music Festival's inaugural event, eight energetic bands wail, riff, and jam throughout the day and into the night amid a picturesque waterfront park. New Jersey veteran rockers The Smithereens headline, playing power pop tinged with metal riffs in classics such as "A Girl Like You" and "Blood and Roses" as well as new tracks off their latest album, 2011. Before The Smithereens plug in, Mr. Greengenes gets audiences rocking with covers of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Rage Against the Machine, as well as other hard-rocking anthems. Maryland foursome Hyjinx also ignites the stage, transforming seminal hits by Bon Jovi, Journey, and Whitesnake with soulful female vocals, whereas '80s tribute band The Reagan Years plays tunes by a-ha, Depeche Mode, and Talking Heads to recap the decade when the Cold War ended and Pac-Man was almost voted president.

Proceeds from the festival and early-morning race help support Special Olympics, a worldwide organization dedicated to fostering community and athleticism for people with intellectual disabilities. In more than 170 countries, Special Olympics empowers 3.7 million athletes through sports training and competition.

History tends to repeat itself, which means there's a good chance you'll get run over by another war elephant. Learn from the past with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $20 for two tickets to the "Founding Gardeners" lecture on Sunday, May 20, from 6-7 p.m. (a $50 value)
• $10 for a William Paca House & Garden tour for two (a $20 value)

The "Founding Gardeners" lecture, led by author Andrea Wulf, will reflect on the agriculture, gardening, and botany that contributed to the elemental passions of America's Founding Fathers. The lecture takes place at St. Anne's Church.

A National Historic Landmark, the William Paca House & Garden maintains its original colonial-era grandeur with the help of dedicated archaeologists, historians, and gardeners. Tours, which begin each hour and last approximately 45 minutes, meander through two floors of the 18th-century home, where rooms are filled with ornate furnishings as well as Paca family silver and ceramics. Guests can next embark on self-led tours in the 2-acre garden, marked by multitier terraces with geometric parterres, a fish-shaped pond, and a diversity of bright, native blooms.

Historic Annapolis

Historic Annapolis preserves and celebrates the area's rich social and political history with tours of the colonial city and its landmark homes. The nonprofit group restored the William Paca House & Garden, a National Historic Landmark, to its colonial-era glory so that visitors could wander the rooms and gardens and travel back to a period teeming with revolutionary political ideas and patriotism. A museum features exhibits that illuminate the past, such as a 6'x6' model of 18th-century Annapolis and a wormhole to Benjamin Franklin's kite shop. At the Hogshead at 43 Pinkney Street, living-history presentations immerse visitors in the language and thoughts of long-ago citizens. Historic Annapolis also hosts a variety of public events, from historical interpreters presenting colonial life to summer camps for burgeoning history buffs.

Healthy plants guarantee future generations a supply of oxygen and sturdy branches to hide on once the machines learn to think. Change the future with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

$10 for $20 worth of plants

• Native plants such as yellow-flowered golden stars ($5.95), american-cranberry bushes ($14.95), and fledgling umbrella-magnolia trees ($21)
• Purchases through the Nature Store help support environmental education

$33 for an annual family membership (a $75 value)

• Valid for a family of any size
• Hands-on nature classes for kids and adults
• Priority registration and 10% off children's nature summer camps
• Discounts on gift-shop purchases, events, and programs
• Discounted admission to partnered nature centers nationwide

Irvine Nature Center

Surrounded by more than 1,200 acres of protected land, Irvine Nature Center grants kids and parents access to 116 acres of open wetlands, forest, and meadows, affording families the opportunity to explore multiple ecosystems all in one afternoon. Dedicated to protecting nature and fostering respect of the outdoors, the center educates families with everything from field trips into the woods to hands-on lessons on specialized topics, from "Good Bugs for the Garden" to "Nature's Sweets: Maple Syrup & Honey." An indoor gallery sweeps adventurers through a collection of exhibits highlighting Maryland's local biomes, guiding visitors through an interactive box-turtle habitat and a darkened room echoing with the sounds of nocturnal animals such as owls and infomercial hosts. The Nature Store helps customers give back to the earth by stocking its shop with birdseed, sustainable jewelry, and native plants.

Historical Civil War-Era Hotel on Georgetown's Circle

In 1836, a large brick structure was built in Georgetown, Delaware, on the town's circle, and it was soon converted into The Union Hotel. When the Civil War broke out, Union supporters co-opted the hotel as their unofficial clubhouse and would gather there before taking to the street to brawl with Confederate sympathizers. In the years since, the building also served as a county courthouse, a post office, and a bank before it was fully restored and reopened in 2008 as Brick Hotel On The Circle.

Each of the 14 guest rooms at Brick Hotel is furnished individually with antiques, such as period bedsteads and old-fashioned clocks. The Lazy Daisy features daisy stained-glass wall art, and the Mayor's Manor-a tongue-in-cheek nod to the innkeeper's short stint as Georgetown's mayor-incorporates a pineapple motif as a symbol of hospitality and a celebration of prickly fruit. In the original section of the hotel, a few of the rooms, including the Baker, offer views of the circle and a small fireplace.

After settling in, head downstairs to Brick Hotel's in-house tavern and restaurant, where you can enjoy a cold ale served with seared scallops or Maryland crab cakes.

Georgetown, Delaware: Charming Colonial-Era Town

Located in southern Delaware, across the Delaware Bay from New Jersey, Georgetown was laid out in a mile-diameter circle in 1791, starting with the town square. Historical buildings abound-opposite the Brick Hotel On The Circle is the stately white tower of the Sussex County Courthouse, and there are several more notable buildings within a short walk from the hotel. Downtown Georgetown is lined with shops and churches, including the 1794 St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

Packing a parachute is not unlike packing a bag lunch: it's a bummer when your mom puts old ham in either one. Enjoy a fresh pack with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $159 for a tandem skydiving session in a two-person plane ($299 value) with a souvenir T-shirt ($25 value) for one (a $324 value)
• $315 for a tandem skydiving session with souvenir T-shirts for two (a $648 value)

After launching from the private plane's side door, skydivers free fall at speeds of up to 120 miles per hour while strapped into a parachute with an experienced instructor. Once instructors deploy the chute, the duo gently drifts to the ground. During the 40-second dive and 7-minute descent with parachute deployed, eyes enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, lakes, and rolling forests, as well as the capitol skyline.

DC Skydiving Center

The pilots at DC Skydiving Center fly to heights of up to 2 miles before divers of all skill levels hurl themselves from the plane's side door. Before they ever leave the ground, though, students receive a safety briefing and thorough explanation of the jump process. The center's instructors specialize in calming the jitters of newbie divers by strapping in with them on tandem dives, but they also regularly shed single tears as more experienced adrenaline junkies pull out their own parachute at the culminating point of accelerated free-fall programs. Once in the air, the small aircraft's large, panoramic windows grant breathtaking views of the capitol skyline and Blue Ridge Mountains, all of which are captured on RVT video by instructors on the descent.

Talking in front of a crowd can be tough, but sometimes it's cameras that really make us shy. If you have trouble facing the lens with confidence, zoom in on your skin concerns with today's deal from Dr. Dean Kane from the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa in Pikesville. For $99, join the truly photogenic with a photofacial -- a $375 value. Don't worry if your complexion is as jumbled as a Towson roundabout -- the photofacial uses an intense pulsed light system to improve issues of redness, flushing, and unwanted red and brown pigmentation. Dr. Dean Kane's medi-spa skincare specialist will walk you through each step of the procedure to make sure you are comfortable from start to finish. There won't be any need to airbrush your mug after this skin-renewing treatment, so grab this deal and let your inner beauty speak loud and clear.

Artwork stimulates an audience's imagination, unlike a Rorschach test, which analyzes an audience's imagination for signs of latent arachnophobia. Preserve eye candy with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $40 for $110 worth of framing services
• $50 for a diploma-framing package (a $176.87 value)

Though prices vary depending on the project, Framing Palace offers select canvas-stretching services and dozens of economy framing options that begin at around $100. Diploma-framing packages nestle certificates into black, polystyrene frames (pictured above) beneath UV-protective glass with a single-conversion mat and acid-free backing.

Framing Palace

The artwork armorists of Framing Palace and Glen Burnie Custom Framing safeguard masterpieces and mementos with high-quality, custom frames. Master framers meticulously mat a favorite portrait, landscape, or cousin between comfortable backings and glass coatings bound by mouldings culled from a huge selection of colors and materials. Archival matting, conservation clear glass, and acid-free backing protect prized possessions from destructive elements and deconstructive critics. Additionally, tiered frames, multiple matting options, specialty shadow boxes, and canvas-stretching services add three-dimensional character to otherwise existentially barren walls. The experienced art ambassadors tread gently when handling cherished objects, carefully securing artifacts, sports memorabilia, and high-end masterpieces in their decorative denizens.

History tends to repeat itself -- especially when you're hearing it from great grandma. Give the family a livelier lesson with today's deal from the Historic Annapolis Foundation: Pay $5 (regularly $10) for a tour of the William Paca House & Garden for two children ages 6 to 17 or pay $10 (regularly $20) for two adults. Step back in time as your expert guide leads you through the elegantly restored home of William Paca, a revolutionary-era governor and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Or, explore independently when you pay $5 (regularly $10) and get two self-guided, digital access audio tours with souvenir maps at Historical Annapolis Museum, located near the City Dock. Choose from four theme options: Annapolis Highlights, African-American Annapolis, A City Divided: Annapolis During the Civil War, or Rebels to Statesmen: Revolution in Annapolis. Discover these deal savings -- before they're history. Want more? Check out the Historic Annapolis Foundation on Facebook.

Extended: Up to 66% off a customized massage

58% off a mani-pedi in Pikesville

Your vision of paradise involves a beach and tanning oil, but all that humidity turns the fantasy into a nightmare. Prepare for your dream getaway with today's deal from Paradise Pleasures Salon: Pay $115 and get a keratin treatment, haircut, and a blowout (a $300 value). With this smoothing process, natural proteins are worked into your hair, leaving it frizz-free and shiny for up to three months, meaning you can take a vacation from your straightener. Or, spend $175 and get a full, sew-in weave (regularly $375). With this seamless technique, you'll get a new look without harsh chemicals or annoying clips, rings or glues involved. This Old Mill Plaza salon has been giving ladies the locks of their dreams since 2003, meaning you can find follicle paradise at less than half the cost, and put your spare change and time toward relaxing with a daiquiri.

We spend most of our 20s trying to get into the cool clubs, but today you can get your child access to the Studio 54 of play with this deal from Charm City Kids Club: $49 will get you a lifetime family membership (regularly $99) to the club. Not only will you be able to sign Junior up for discounted classes, discounted camps, discounted events, and even some free events, you'll also receive 30 days of free play; six additional passes to play town (good for kids up to 6); 10% off birthday parties; invitations to members-only events; coupons; and loads of other perks. Also, if you take a class, your little one will get free play in the play town for the duration of the class. Or, if you're in need of somewhere for your tyke to spend school-free summer days, hand over $67 (regularly $135) for three months of unlimited play, valid June, July, and August of this year. This Lutherville play zone is run by two area mothers and is designed to be fun and safe for toddlers through age 6; plus, there are classes for kids up to age 10. Fool the financial doormen-with this deal you can go from the world of burly bouncers to the land of youthful bouncing joy in a simple click. Want more? Check out Charm City Kids Club on Facebook.

58% off a Discover Scuba Diving class

The race is on to get in mint (julep) condition for summer. You hit the track to do your laps, but more grooming is required to get into the winner's circle. Today's deal from Bala Aesthetics & Medispa in Bel Air will help you get that sleek look you want with three laser hair-removal sessions. Select a small area such as sideburns or upper lip for $99 (regularly $594); a medium-sized area like underarms or bikini zone for $299 (regularly $750); or keep shaving at bay in a big way with a large area of hair removal such as leg, back, or Brazilian for $299 (regularly $1,350). This treatment targets the pigment in each hair, damaging the follicle in order to inhibit regrowth. With a certified staff of experts who boast more than 50 years of combined experience, this center will send unwanted hair to a speedy finish. Want more? Check out Bala Aesthetics & Medispa on Facebook.

57% off cooking camp for kids or teens

A spa can be a refuge from the chaos of a busy life or from the chaos of a city slowly being overtaken by hyperintelligent children. Escape the madness with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $39 for choice of a 60-minute full-body massage or a 50-minute custom facial (up to an $85 value)
• $75 for a 60-minute full-body massage and a 50-minute custom facial (a $165 value)

Spa Seven's full-body massages and custom facials adhere to the same basic philosophy: no two bodies are the same. Massages relieve tension and stimulate circulation with strokes that target local areas of pain, and facials treat skin-specific conditions such as acne and fine lines. Groupon customers may upgrade to other services on the menu, such as aromatherapy massages and enhanced facial peels.

Spa Seven

Many spas claim to focus on total-body wellness, but few go so far as to build their own full-size fitness studio. Few can argue, then, when Spa Seven touts its approach as one that caters to "skin, body, and mind"-not when the spa backs up these words with a comprehensive menu of skin and beauty services and group and private fitness classes held in an expansive, well-equipped studio.

A simple philosophy guides Spa Seven's multifaceted approach to wellness: no two bodies are the same. The spa's staff-a highly qualified melange of aestheticians, massage therapists, and fitness trainers-takes these words to heart when devising custom treatments and routines. Each of the spa's five facial peels caters to a specific skin type, and a variety of massage techniques work to relieve stress from waiting for hours in traffic or hurling stalled station wagons out of one's path.

Similarly, the fitness studio's group classes help guests achieve mind-body symmetry in the way that feels most right for them. On one hand, P90X boot camps sculpt muscles with a program of intense weight-training and nutritional advice; on the other, yoga classes relax the senses with energy-balancing poses and contemplative games of Twister.

Humans use their teeth to smile, chew, and hiss at their own reflections. Strengthen your grin with this Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

• $999 for two veneers (a $2,990 value)
• $1,899 for four veneers (a $5,980 value)
• $2,799 for six veneers (an $8,970 value)

Dr. Manson, a cosmetic dentist, bonds ultra-thin porcelain veneers, crafted into thin shells of ceramic, directly onto the tooth surface to hide existing chips or other imperfections. The veneers easily blend in with neighboring teeth and are resistant to stains caused by coffee, tea, or cigarettes.

Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry

Cosmetic dentist Dr. Barry Manson, DDS, continually pursues dental education, sharpening and updating the skills that earned him recognition as a student and a position as a teacher at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. His extensive cache of treatments leaves smiles healthier and happier with implants and veneers. Use of digital imaging keep Dr. Manson's practice thoroughly modern, as does the fact that cleanings take place on hoverboards.

The term pub-crawl originated in England, where people had to drag themselves home after a long day at the pub watching football, the European adaptation of American foosball. Celebrate American traditions with this Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

• $22 for a haunted pub crawl or ghost tour for two (a $44 value)
• $35 for a haunted pub crawl or ghost tour for four (an $88 value)
• $49 for a haunted pub crawl or ghost tour for six (a $132 value)

Ghost tours stroll through historical Annapolis to reveal the secrets of the city's long-dead inhabitants. Guests of each two-hour haunted pub crawl enjoy spirits both liquid and spectral as they roam half-mile routes to bars such as Galway Bay, Harry Browne's, and Drummer's Lot at the Maryland Inn. Drinks are not covered by this Groupon.

Annapolis Ghost Tours

Annapolis Ghost Tours' thrill-seeking guides lead walking ghost tours and pub crawls around the city's historical district, examining and explaining the lives of its long-dead citizens while occasionally enjoying each pubs' choicest sips. Tours eventually wind their way to the graveyard, where a guide recounts spine-tingling tales of the buried dead and their favorite back scratchers. They also lead craft-brewed beer tours and historic pub crawls that fill tour goers' heads with titillating tales of the Founding Fathers and the drinking game that wrote the Constitution.

The best part of kayaking is the exhilaration of exploration, up until you realize the difficulty of paddling through pudding in your bathtub and must face yourself in the mirror. Take to real rivers with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $20 for a half-day single or tandem kayak rental (up to a $45 value)
• $35 for a Forested Wetlands Exploration Tour for two by kayak (up to an $80 value)

During half-day rentals, customers shove off on self-guided, four-hour voyages through the coastal waterways surrounding Ayers Creek in a single or tandem kayak. After a brief tutorial in paddling technique, staffers arm kayakers with guides to the coastal wildlife, water trail maps, and type-III personal floatation devices. For a guided experience, ACA-certified instructors lead paddlers on the Forested Wetlands Exploration Tour that reveals hidden marshy estuaries and their unique ecological makeup through riverside sights and hands-on activities.

Ayers Creek Adventures

Ayers Creek softly ripples by the idyllic location where Steven and Suzy Taylor run their kayak and canoe center. Despite being situated near Ocean City, the watery spot is quiet except for the occasional stirring of a duck, heron, or standup paddleboard. Steven has been a neighbor to the animals in this stretch of coastal Maryland since childhood, and the couple now operates their business from their own bankside property. Both Suzy and Steven spent decades mastering the waters on their own before they began giving tours of the salt marshes and wetlands. Steven, an environmental consultant, often narrates on these tours, reliving his boyhood awe for visitors as groups encounter deer and fly-by cameos by bald eagles. Committed to preservation, the Taylors sprinkle guided adventures with educational factoids about the area's diverse ecology as paddlers conquer the headwaters.