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An all-you-can-taste festival gives people the chance to try a little of everything, from expanding their palates to finally earning their pork merit badges. Nosh the next best thing with this Groupon. $40 for One Ticket to the Whole Hog Friday Night Pig Pickin' ($65 Value) The Whole Hog Friday Night Pig Pickin' from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, June 16, is an exclusive tasting event that includes a pulled-pork barbecue dinner with sides, all-you-care-to-taste bourbon and beer with a souvenir glass, access to the VIP tent, and special events and entertainment. Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival More than 60 beers and 40 bourbons flow freely into souvenir glasses, slaking thirsty throats with unlimited sips as guests chow down on a sampling of barbecue fare and fixings at the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival. A schedule of vivacious bands plays tunes up on the main stage and pit masters perform demonstrations, adding intoxicating smells and sounds to the overall convivial atmosphere.

Unlike a chameleon, hair does not naturally change color or fight you when you try to put a satin bow on it before taking its picture. Blend in or stand out with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $39 for a haircut with a full-color treatment (a $100 value) $49 for a haircut with partial highlights (a $120 value) $59 for a haircut with full highlights (a $140 value) Hair Cafe Natural light streams through the windows of Hair Cafe, dancing off the lightly colored mottled walls and illuminating a team of savvy stylists. A charming mural engages the eyes as the stylists, armed with shears, fly through manes, shaping face-framing coiffures that serve as works of art themselves. In addition to creating fetching cuts, the stylists imbue locks with pigment, enhancing eye color or matching the client's hair to his or her favorite wig.

Movie stars maintain gleaming-white grins not only to look good on the red carpet but also to double as flashlights during haunted-house investigation scenes. Become your own beacon with this Groupon. $39 for In-Home Icing Teeth-Whitening ($199 Value) The Icing teeth-whitening treatment visibly whitens mouth ivories in 60- to 90-minute applications. By softening a tray with warm water and biting down on it, patrons create their own custom tray that fits their teeth and gums as perfectly as a cozy winter mitten. They then apply the Icing gel, which uses carbamide peroxide to whiten without high-intensity lights, and numbing potassium nitrate to reduce tooth sensitivity. Each kit includes enough Icing gel for 12 treatments. Most Icing users notice visible results after a single use and only require touchups once a year. Check the FAQ for more details about Bling Dental's Icing whitening treatment. Bling Dental Growing up in Las Vegas, Dr. Raymond Frye found himself drawn to bling at a young age. After training in general dentistry in Oregon, he decided to return to that youthful love of all things sparkly by imbuing his clients' teeth with an otherworldly glimmer. To that end, he created Bling Dental and launched a series of cosmetic-dental products such as the in-home Icing teeth-whitening kit, the Diamond ultrasonic toothbrush with UV sanitizer, and Shazzam teeth-whitening strips. Together, Dr. Raymond's creations form an arsenal against dullness that has lined gift bags at the 2010 Grammy Awards and help non-celebrity clientele flash a smile to gain entry to exclusive clubs and temporarily blind bouncers at movie-award ceremonies.

Sailing around the world is much easier when you learn which knots are edible and the terrible truth behind a dolphin’s smile. Boost nautical knowledge with this Groupon. Choose from Four Options $99 for a one-day introduction to sailing class for one (a $250 value) $189 for the above for two people (a $500 value) $139 for an overnight stay onboard, followed by a one-day introduction to sailing class for one the next day (a $375 value) $269 for the above for two people (a $750 value) Students experience firsthand sailing practice on a 32-foot Island Packet Yacht that navigates Chesapeake Bay. The course is designed for first-timers and those who wish to brush up on their techniques. The Maryland School of Sailing & Seamanship Using a curriculum based on the standards of the American Sailing Association, The Maryland School of Sailing & Seamanship's staff show aspiring aquanauts how to maneuver vessels at sea. Their lessons often integrate textbooks and hands-on training, such as DVDs and the personal blogs of kelp. The seven ongoing courses typically span two to four days, covering subjects such as coastal cruising and celestial navigation and allowing students to earn certification from the American Sailing Association. In addition to conventional class structures, the school organizes lesson-cruise packages and full-day introductory programs. The staff teaches on American-made yachts appointed with refrigeration, an equipped galley, and climate control.

Human communication has come a long way from the rotary telephone and, before that, sentences shouted through cupped hands. Marvel at modern technology with this Groupon. $20 for $50 Worth of Cell Phones and Accessories Smartphones and basic phones range from free of charge up to $299 with a two-year Verizon contract. Phone chargers start at $24.99, iPhone and iPad cases start at $29.99, and screen protectors start at $12.99. Wireless Warehouse An authorized Verizon retailer, Wireless Warehouse outfits shoppers with feature-laden phones and a wide range of service-plan options. Sleek touchscreen devices from Samsung, Motorola, and Apple take center stage at each of their four locations, alongside cases that protect phones from falls or transform them into butterflies.

Punching a bag full of sand is a safer way to make you fit than punching a shark that is well liked by the community. Touch gloves with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $49 for a one-month membership (a $228 value) $79 for a one-month membership for two (a $456 value) Trainers focus training on the cross-training conditioning practiced by professional boxers, kickboxers, and mixed martial artists, imparting self-defense basics through intense cardiovascular exercise. First-time attendees may borrow gloves and wraps from the gym, but the trainers ultimately require students to purchase their own pair. LA Boxing Sterling There's no mistaking the purpose of the dozens of 150-pound punching bags dangling from the red metal frames that span LA Boxing Sterling's floor. Whether members consider themselves professional fighters or aerobic exercisers, the gym is a place to punch things. Under the watchful eye of mixed martial arts instructors, students pound away at bags with fist and foot, elevating their heart rates to fulfill the cardio-conditioning portion of the gym's signature national program. Participants occasionally pick up weights or jump ropes, but it's all part of the training to get back to the bag and make the stuffing rue the day it turned down the chance to fill a wild teddy bear.

Like a failed friendship, a chipped windshield begins with a small fracture that widens into an irreparable crack after a turbulent road trip. Keep it together with this Groupon. $39 for Three Window-Chip Repairs or $100 Toward Window Replacement (Up to $100 Value) Glass technicians mend up to three small chips in automotive windows, restoring the glass's optical clarity by up to 95% while preventing spidering and further damage. Alternatively, if the cracks are too severe to be repaired, customers can apply the Groupon value as a credit toward a window replacement: Technicians restore busted glass in its entirety with urethane adhesives that meet governmental and original equipment manufacturer safety standards. Though the cost of a full window replacement varies by the make and model of each vehicle, Prestige Auto Glass charges $260 for mid-level full replacements.

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 to Titanic: 100 Year Obsession at the National Geographic Museum. Choose between the following options: For $8, you get two adult or child tickets (up to a $16 value). For $16, you get four adult or child tickets (up to a $32 value). Tickets for children ages 5–12 are normally $4 each, and tickets for students and seniors are normally $6. Commemorating the centennial of that unforgettable day on April 15, 1912, the National Geographic Museum presents Titanic: 100 Year Obsession, a showcase of interactives, historic photographs, movie props, and images from the latest voyage to the great ship's resting place. Dwelling on the immortal lesson of hubris and honing in on the human element of the greatest ship ever built—and rediscovered by Bob Ballard in 1985—the exhibition includes evocative representations of everyday life onboard and a stirring play-by-play of her final hours. The exhibit also features memorabilia from director and explorer-in-residence James Cameron's 1997 movie, including a full-size lifeboat and a viewing of the mermaid love triangle subplot cut from the theatrical release.

Visiting a historical site lets families experience history more powerfully than reading aloud from Grandpa’s diary or re-creating early cinema by taping down the mute button. Honor the past with this Groupon. $10 for Admission and Walking Tour for Two (Up to $20 Value) Group walking tours circle the grounds every hour on the half-hour from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Admission to the memorial also lets pairs wander at their leisure. Children 6 and younger get free admission. Students and children younger than 18 get discounted admission, but this Groupon still represents the best value for adults. National D-Day Memorial Every year, thousands of visitors wander the paths at the National D-Day Memorial, where 88 acres of verdant grass and lush forests at the foot the Blue Ridge Mountains stand in for the coastlines of Normandy on June 6, 1944. After passing beneath a 44-foot stone arch inscribed with _Overlord_—the official name of the military operation—visitors immerse themselves in a re-creation of the beach landing on that fateful day. A reflecting pool commemorates the battle itself with statues of soldiers marching through the water, struggling along the beach, and standing to face the enemy. A military plane sits nearby, emblazoned with markings of the Allied Forces. Plaques also dot the grounds, honoring the soldiers and sharing more about World War II history. Though the scene may be solemn, lush gardens and rippling flags remind visitors of the world that the soldiers fought to protect.

Customizing your own property is a time-consuming process that often yields illegible monograms and valuable works of art with your dental records stapled to them. Attach a sensible, personal touch with this Groupon. $17 for $70 Worth of Custom-Printing Services Customizable products include business cards ($13.99+ for 250), wedding invitations ($6.99+ for 10), wall calendars ($10.99+), T-shirts ($6.64+), and mugs ($9.74+). Groupon customers enjoy an exclusive 30% discount on all regularly priced items, which is reflected in the above prices. Vistaprint Out of a small French apartment in the mid '90s, Robert Keane ran a catalog focused on supplying small businesses with modest quantities of customizable marketing materials. By 1999, Keane's meager publication had evolved into an Internet-based company armed with patented online graphic-design tools and a printing process engineered to quickly churn out small orders of custom business cards. After barely surviving the dot-com crash of 2000, Vistaprint regrouped and calibrated its three manufacturing facilities to produce a bounty of other customizable goodies. Today, the company's arsenal of web-based design tools allows users to add personalized text, photos, and designs to thousands of templates for items ranging from calendars and mugs to T-shirts and birthmarks.

To make dance routines flashier, professionals often wear sequined outfits or burlap sacks filled with fireworks. Light up the dance floor with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $16 for 6 Zumba or dance-fitness classes (a $48 value) $29 for 12 Zumba or dance-fitness classes (a $96 value) $19 for 4 belly-dance classes (a $60 value) A schedule of 60-minute classes fuses healthy living and fun with Latin-inspired Zumba workouts, fitness-dance sessions, and energizing belly-dance lessons. Rendezvous Social Dance, Fitness & Events Club Championing the notion that working out shouldn't feel like work, Rendezvous's fleet-footed instructors promote good health, impressive stepping skills, and new friendships with lessons and dance parties covering a vast repertoire of styles. Students master the elegant movements of ballroom dancing or sweat in sync with the Latin-infused beats of Zumba workouts. Feet step and spin to the syncopated rhythms of salsa and bachata, and abdominals flex their way through belly-dance routines. Across the glossy hardwood floors of the spacious studio, participants practice their newfound skills during salsa, West Coast swing, and hustle parties, and revelers rent the space for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and sock-sliding competitions.

Red sky at night is a sailor’s delight, but red sky at morning means the ship's been steered inside a volcano. Discover further aquaformation with this Groupon. Choose Between Options $32 for a two-hour group surf lesson (a $69 value) $75 for a full-day surf camp (a $159 value) During lessons and camps, CPR-certified instructors teach the fundamentals and techniques required to ride a soft-top surfboard. Aside from shredding across waves, students learn surfer's etiquette, terminology, and dolphin diplomacy. Lessons and camps include surfboard rental. VB Surf Sessions, Inc All year long the crashing sounds of waves beckon VB Surf Sessions' staff to the water, where they teach students to paddle and shred across the ocean. The CPR-certified instructors maintain a 1:4 instructor to student ratio during their surf lessons, allowing them to steady the wobbly legs of pupils as they conquer Virginia Beach. For less intense excursions, groups dip their paddles into the wave-free waters of nearby inlets and human-sized fishbowls during standup-paddleboard lessons and tours.

Southern cuisine varies greatly by region, from the Cajun and creole dishes of Louisiana to the bags of granulated sugar served at Disney World. Sample the South with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $20 for $40 worth of southern fare $199 for $500 toward a VIP table with bottle service Southern-inspired fare includes a pulled barbecue muffin ($8), jerk chicken wings ($10), and spicy seafood dishes such as seafood linguine ($18). At semi-secluded VIP tables, guests toast with top-shelf liquors delivered via tableside service. Available bottles include Moët & Chandon champagne ($150–$200), Johnnie Walker Black Label scotch ($250), and Hennessy VS cognac ($300). Indulj Indulj visitors soak up the mellow party vibes of nightly musical acts, including the eclectic "psykédélique soul" sounds of Future on Friday nights, and customers are sustained by the innovative southern cuisine emanating from the kitchen. Near the sleek bar, patrons gather on modern, boldly colored furniture and savor reimagined soul-food staples such as catfish nuggets and ground-turkey spring rolls. Those who report to the second floor discover DJ Supa Scotty unleashing his propulsive beats and promises of free hand sanitizer to get the bodies on the dance floor. Indulj keeps meals, music, and table service shaking until 3 a.m. on weekends.

Beauty sometimes requires assistance, which is why celebrities have personal stylists and a lot of the most famous constellations are actually CGI. Look like a star with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $22 for a Shellac manicure with paraffin treatment (a $45 value) $25 for a spa mani-pedi (a $50 value) Both services begin with a soothing hand or hand and foot massage. Technicians then clean and condition skin, removing calluses before trimming, shaping, and polishing nails. The paraffin treatment's warm, soothing dip further moisturizes hands. Dream Spa N Salon Specializing in eyebrow threading, Dream Spa N Salon tends to all manner of aesthetic issues with services for the hair, nails, and skin. The salon hosts styling and coloring sessions punctuated by custom hues. And on the spa side of things, team members slow down Father Time by providing four distinct facials, performing waxing and threading services, and remembering to slap every grandfather clock in the face.

Getting front-row seats to a concert often requires fans to overpay scalpers or name their firstborn child 93.1 FM. See a show on your terms with this GrouponLive deal to see Kristin Chenoweth at DAR Constitution Hall on Sunday, June 10, at 7:30 p.m. Choose from the following seating options: For $23, you get one ticket for seating in the upper tier (up to a $45.55 value, including all fees). For $34, you get one ticket for seating in the lower tier (up to a $67.05 value, including all fees). When it comes to describing Kristin Chenoweth, "multitalented" is an understatement. Overlaying a soaring voice with sparkling charisma, Chenoweth won the 1999 Tony for Best Featured Actress in a Musical and originated the role of Glinda the Good Witch in the smash Broadway hit Wicked, earning both fame as the definitive incarnation of that character and the legal right to carry an Oz passport. Her forays into television have included an Emmy win for Pushing Daisies, a stint on The West Wing, a guest appearance on Glee, and a starring role in ABC's comedy GCB. Mixing classically trained control with the ability to call up a folksy twang from her childhood in Oklahoma, Chenoweth regales audiences with heartbreaking ballads and high-energy romps. DAR Constitution Hall, a historic landmark originally built in 1929 to host the Daughters of American Revolution's annual convention, mixes classical Grecian architecture with modern influences to house large-scale events, such as concerts and commencement ceremonies. In the auditorium, a stage made of 50 adjustable pieces can extend or contract, thus accommodating the modest setup of a comedian or a musical starring the population of Rhode Island.

Without regular upkeep, residences can accumulate grime on their siding and flocks of feral lawn flamingos on their eaves. Domesticate your kingdom with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $49 for one hour of housecleaning by a two-person crew (a $100 value) $79 for two hours of housecleaning by a two-person crew (a $200 value) $109 for three hours of housecleaning by a two-person crew (a $300 value) USA Premium Cleaning USA Premium Cleaning expunges dirt and debris from homes, offices, and cars with an arsenal of professional extraction equipment and solvents. During carpet cleanings, technicians pore over and identify troubled areas, beginning with treatments for spots, stains, and fibers worn down from foot traffic and indoor bocce tournaments. Area rugs and persian rugs are also treated with the utmost care, as technicians carefully pick them up and drop them off postscrubbing. USA Premium Cleaning also tackles aboveground grime, supplying professional maid services for households and office spaces, as well as mobile auto detailing to scour cars of all sizes.

Hair removal gives shiftless lasers a creative outlet during their spare time, which would otherwise be spent harassing cats and blinding the Hubble Space Telescope. Give a beam a new purpose with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $175 for six laser hair-removal treatments on a small area (up to a $900 value) $275 for six laser hair-removal treatments on a medium area (up to a $1,500 value) $399 for six laser hair-removal treatments on a large area (up to a $4,350 value) Laser hair removal uses intense pulses of light to zap pigmented hair in the active growth phase. Multiple sessions catch follicles that grow on a different cycle, leaving skin consistently smooth and silky. Patients may return to normal activities immediately after the gentle treatment. Click here for a list of small, medium, and large treatment areas. Younger Image Plastic Surgery Center Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jamal Yousefi's attention to aesthetic detail telegraphs his belief that plastic surgery is an art. Assisted by the staff of Younger Image Plastic Surgery Center, Dr. Yousefi flattens fine lines and wrinkles with precise injections of Botox and Dysport. He also fashions slimmer silhouettes with traditional and laser liposuction and redesigns façades with procedures such as face-lifts, eyelid surgery, and chin and cheek implants. The doctor even enjoys using his free time to hone his artistic skills by drawing, sculpting with clay, and removing the appendices of statues.

Like a sitcom, a good news publication appears weekly to the sound of applause, and usually ends with a heartwarming moral about international trade. Bone up on economic antics with this Groupon: for $59, you get a 51-issue subscription to The Economist (a $126.99 value). The subscription includes delivery of 51 printed issues and access to The Economist online and audio. Subscriptions are automatically activated for the shipping address provided at checkout, with the first issue arriving within five weeks. This Groupon is valid for new subscribers only. The Economist's globe-spanning scope, comprehensive analysis, and unflinching grasp on world issues make it required reading to stay up to date on world news, politics, and business. In addition to the weekly publications, subscribers to The Economist also receive special benefits, such as "The World in 2012," a special annual volume that predicts trends for the coming year. Subscribers also get unrestricted access to the online site, with a fully searchable archive dating back to the Neolithic age of 1997, as well as free access to The Economist in audio, which includes the option to listen to digital recordings of all print articles or to download them as a weekly podcast. For updates on the go, readers can also access The Economist via an iPhone or iPad to peruse the latest photos, articles, charts, and Big Mac index.

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.

In ice skating, as in dangling from the edge of a cliff, it's important not to let a fear of falling make you miss an opportunity to hold someone's hand. Seize the moment with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $13 for ice skating and snacks for two (a $30 value) $26 for ice skating and snacks for four (a $60 value) Each person receives the following: Admission (a $7 value) Skate rental (a $3 value) One hot dog (a $2 value) One large soda (a $3 value) Capital Clubhouse Open year round, Capital Clubhouse is an all-ages, 90,000-square-foot facility wholly dedicated to sports and recreation. The multisport arena can easily transform into a soccer, volleyball, dodge-ball, or inline-hockey court, allowing it to host all manner of team-based events from intramural games to kids' parties. Dasher boards that spent their youth exchanging quick embraces with Washington Capitals players at the former US Airways Arena now comfortably surround Capital Clubhouse's NHL-sized ice arena, which is kept cold year round thanks to 11 miles of underground cooling pipe and a steady diet of popsicles. When not supervising skaters from the comfort of the heated balcony, guests can race lithe mountain goats to the top of the center's 30-foot rock-climbing wall, where five different routes offer challenges for wall walkers of all ages and experience levels.

A focused beam of light can do many things, from whitening teeth to finding car keys at the bottom of a purse to killing an evil shadow puppet. Behold the power of light with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $110 for an IPL photofacial on the face or chest (a $350 value) $49 for $100 worth of medical-spa services With a $100 credit, Groupon customers can opt for a SilkPeel microdermabrasion ($145), a 60-minute Swedish massage ($90), a glycolic peel ($100), PCA chemical peels ($130), or Botox ($10–$12/unit). Radiance Medspa Fairfax Dr. Timothy S. Mountcastle, medical director of Radiance Medspa Fairfax and chief of plastic surgery at Inova Loudoun Hospital, urges the Radiance Medspa staff to examine their clients’ diet and lifestyle when evaluating their skincare needs. His team takes a big-picture approach to wellness and helps clients with long-lasting, youth-boosting treatments, including microdermabrasion, teeth whitening, massage, and Botox. Before appointments, patrons can unwind in a tranquility room where troubles melt away like a pat of butter on a piping-hot dragon tongue.

Similar to old pennies, environmental toxins are ubiquitous, harmful if swallowed, and may contain trace amounts of Abraham Lincoln. Feel good head to tails with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $60 for one colon-hydrotherapy session and one 30-minute slimming sauna session (a $170 value) $120 for one colon-hydrotherapy session and three 30-minute slimming sauna sessions (a $290 value) Over the course of 30 minutes, colon hydrotherapy removes waste and toxins from the body with gentle flowing water, and 30-minute sauna sessions help bolster weight-loss goals by increasing energy, soothing exercise-related soreness, and purging toxins. Path of Life Healing Center Dr. Venetta Kalu puts her expertise in naturopathic medicine to use with an arsenal of detoxifying, holistic health remedies. Whether it’s an energizing massage or package of body-cleansing services, each treatment begins with a one-on-one consultation to determine medical history and treatment goals. In addition to holistic spa services, Dr. Kalu provides nutritional advice, healthy recipes, and multivitamins shaped like Lady Justice to balance bodies from the inside out. During treatments, clients can sip complimentary herbal tea as soothing music lulls their senses to peace.?

Sailors learn to be experts at knot tying, from securing the vessel with a tight anchor hitch to securing the captain after he succumbs to madness and tries to eat his own hook hand. Experience a mutinous bounty with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $15 for a Happy Hour on the Harbor Cruise or a DC Harbor Lights Cruise (a $30 value) $27 for two tickets to one of the above harbor cruises (a $60 value) The 90-minute happy-hour tour lets passengers roam the boat's outer and inner decks to take in the sights as barkeeps deal cocktails from a cash bar. Also 90-minutes, the Harbor-Lights cruise eases past the Lincoln Memorial and other landmarks just as they are illuminated to mark nightfall. Departure times are listed on the DC Harbor Cruises website, and vary depending on the cruise and boarding location. Cruises depart from Georgetown's Washington Harbour on Fridays and the Gangplank Marina on Saturdays. DC Harbor Cruises Departing from Gangplank Marina and Washington Harbour, a boat skipper begins another journey down the calm, flat waters of the Potomac River. The multi-decked boats—the Patriot II catamaran that can accommodate 149 passengers, and the Harbour Belle, which can ferry up to 107—power DC Harbor Cruises’s daily tours of the capital's famous waterway. The tour crafts are furnished with bars, snacks, full audio systems, and plush seating for sightseers to enjoy as they drift along the Potomac's smooth waters and collect eyefuls of national treasures. Guests can admire the imposing Capitol Building and whisper about how silly the Washington Monument looks without its powdered wig. The Coast Guard–certified staff points out other notable visuals such as the National Cathedral’s stately towers, the Pentagon, and Fort McNair.

Photo albums are a more secure way to safeguard memories than encapsulating them in a bottle at sea or writing them into a pop-culture-reference-heavy comedy act. Preserve precious recollections with this Groupon. $9 for 8"x8" Personalized Leather-Bound Photo Book ($49.99 Value) Customers upload favorite images and use the company's online tools to gussy them up using templates, backgrounds, and clip art. The book includes 20 pages, though up to 60 additional pages can be added for an extra fee ($0.50/page). Within 15 business days, customers receive their cowhide-swathed creation, which they may place upon a coffee table or bury in a backyard time capsule alongside a collection of passé coffee tables. Check out this video demonstration to get a fully detailed breakdown of the process. Customers can also apply this deal toward soft-cover, larger leather, or supreme velvet photo books for an extra fee. Printerpix Printerpix’s easy-to-use online software lets photo-lovers create custom books, calendars, and canvases by emblazoning quality, professionally printed surfaces with personalized images. Customers can fill the pages of a leather-, fabric-, or velvet-bound photo book in as little as five minutes using provided templates, themes, backgrounds, clip art, and style guides without ever leaving the comforts of their office exercise-ball chair. Calendars give organization a personal touch by highlighting important dates with custom images and adorning each month with a favorite photo, while the 12 color presses and fade-resistant ink of canvas printing treats personal images to museum-inspired recreation better than getting a marble bust made over the phone. As customers traverse the website to craft their individualized piece, an accommodating staff stands by to resolve questions and concerns through email or by phone.

The tomato is a versatile vegetable, adding a pop of color to salads, a flavorful base to pasta sauces, and a permanent stain of disapproval on cruise-ship comedians. Celebrate a vegetable of endless varieties with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $49 for admission for two to Organic Tomato Fest with choice of one organic-farming workshop (up to a $110 value) $89 for admission for four to Organic Tomato Fest with choice of one organic-farming workshop (up to a $220 value) Guests peruse the scenic grounds of Paris Barns's vegetable fields and livestock paddocks, sampling the ripe produce from more than 1,500 tomato plants. Additionally, guests stop to learn organic-farming techniques from the experts who tend the grounds' crops, such as the proper way to pick a tomato or how to identify a breed by taste. Guests can practice canning the vegetables to keep them fresh throughout a long winter, or even rent a tomato plant to grow their own food. Reservations for each workshop are required, and guests should call ahead to reserve their spot. Paris Barns Rolling hills and meadows cascade toward the organic-farming grounds that surround Paris Barns, where red-roofed buildings and metallic grain silos stand as pleasant punctuations against the lush landscape. The Virginian soil hosts more than 1,500 tomato plants, as well as other seasonal vegetables and herbs. The grounds also act as a certified wildlife habitat for goats, lambs, and alpacas, as well as more exotic animals such as flightless emus, which entertain visitors with their aggressive posturing and spot-on Groucho Marx impersonations. In addition to harvesting their crops, the zen-minded farmers share their passion for sustainable living with the community at educational tours and workshops that dish the ins and outs of organic farming. When the weather turns warm, the staffers shear wool from the resident sheep and alpacas, demonstrate crafts, and sell fiber-based arts. Meanwhile, beekeepers raid rows upon rows of hives for pure, organic honey.

Weight-loss plans help you decide what to eat and what to kill just for sport. Make healthy choices with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $59 for 10 vitamin B12 injections (a $450 value) $115 for 20 vitamin B12 injections (a $900 value) $699 for a three-week weight-loss package (a $1,940 value) Customized meal plan 21 weight-loss foods, such as shakes, bars, and soups Two B12 vitamin shots Three Zerona laser weight-loss treatments Weekly consultation with a health professional Appetite suppressant, if patient qualifies Vitamin B12 diet injections can boost the results of weight-loss efforts by improving energy levels, boosting metabolism, and encouraging the body to burn fat. The injections can also help regulate sleep, mood, and appetite levels. Vita Nova Medical Spa Donald J. O'Connor, MD, and the aestheticians at Vita Nova Medical Spa help clients rid skin of unwanted hair, blemishes, and wrinkles through laser treatments and medical-grade facials. Injectable fillers restore the youthful radiance faces lose after years of staring at time sheets and signing their children's expense reports, and sound-wave therapy aims to dismantle cellulite.

While pilots can use balloons to carry passengers, clowns can only use them to make balloon animals and grow balloon vegetables. Show up a clown with this Groupon. $299 for a Hot Air Balloon Flight for Two ($500 Value) Up to one-hour nonprivate flight launches at sunrise or two hours before sunset First-flight certificate for each passenger Digital photograph of passengers in the basket Champagne or nonalcoholic drink and light snacks for each passenger at a postflight celebration As balloon baskets are standing room only and fly at low altitudes, participants should wear flat shoes and dress for the current ground temperature. Balloons Over Virginia, Inc. The burner roars to life and inflates a nine-story-tall balloon, hoisting a basket aloft into air currents just above the treetops. Cradled in the basket alongside a Federal Aviation Administration–licensed commercial pilot, passengers look out upon panoramic views of forests and rolling open countryside. They drift along, breathing in the perfume of flowers below and catching glimpses of deer foraging for leaves, eagles rising on thermals, and foxes signing peace treaties with rabbits. The pilot eventually steers the balloon back to its balloon port on firm ground, where passengers pause for photo opportunities, disembark, and celebrate with postflight champagne and snacks. Whether leading visitors on regular tours of the countryside like these or undertaking large-scope marketing projects to espouse Virginia’s charms, Balloons Over Virginia, Inc. maintains a strong sense of pride for their state. For example, for several years its staff piloted the crimson-and-white "Virginia is for Lovers" balloon on low flights throughout North America, finally correcting Canada's serial misspellings of their state name. Staffers extend their aerial-navigation skills to outdoor events as well, where they slowly fly attendees up to 100 feet in the air on rope-tethered aerostats. They also head to classrooms to teach balloon-related math, science, and aviation history before taking students on a brief balloon voyage—or let them walk through a partially inflated balloon to study aerostat anatomy.

Tropical Beachfront Resort with All-Inclusive Dining and Casino Thrills In the 17th century, the French, Dutch, and British all vied for control of tiny St. Maarten in hopes of getting their hands on the island's lucrative salt mines. Nowadays, the island's most popular asset is not the Great Salt Pond, but the ocean shore across from it. Between the two bodies of water, The Sonesta Great Bay Beach & Casino straddles a land bridge, which links the resort to both St. Maarten's storied past and the beachfront pleasures that characterize the island today. Overlooking the sugar-sand shoreline, the resort's main pool area features a deck dotted with ultramarine lounge chairs. An infinity pool seems to meld with the Caribbean ocean stretching to the horizon, and a swim-up bar allows you to sip chilled cocktails without ever getting out of the water. Dining options range from the casual, open-air Bay View Restaurant to the formal, ocean-view Molasses Restaurant, where chefs craft authentic Caribbean fare. At the onsite Golden Casino, 84 slot machines jingle amid blackjack, roulette, and poker tables. When the evening winds down, retreat to ocean-view guest rooms whose modern teak furnishings and bright, turquoise accents create a cheerful, tropical ambiance. Drawing back a pair of coral-hued curtains reveals a private, glass-walled balcony overlooking the pools and seashore below. Philipsburg, St. Maarten: Duty-Free Shopping and Relaxed Island Living Although St. Maarten is divided between Dutch and French halves, relations between the two sides relaxed long ago, meaning you can wander across the small island without hindrance. The climate is pleasant and warm, with year-round temperatures in the 70s and 80s. A short distance from the resort lies Front Street, Philipsburg's main thoroughfare, where shops housed in West Indian and colonial structures sell duty-free wine and fine jewelry. Here you’ll also find the St. Maarten Museum, which chronicles the island's colonial past, including the harsh legacy of the slave trade. Simpson Bay, situated a 10-minute drive west, serves as a launch pad for sailing, fishing, and kraken-hunting tours. Close by in the Maho Beach area, nightclubs host steel-drum bands and oceanfront bonfire parties late into the night. Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

An empty fuel tank is the cause of unfulfilling cookouts and 93% of all B-horror films. Avoid a fuel-less nightmare with today's Groupon: for $12, you get a propane-tank exchange with delivery from Propane Taxi (up to a $24.99 value). Click here to check delivery availability in your area. There is an additional $4.99 fee for tank disconnection and connection, so those wanting to avoid this fee should have their tanks already disconnected. The experienced gas gurus at Propane Taxi voyage to homes to safely and efficiently remove empty standard grill tanks, replacing them with full fuel cisterns ready to meet grilling needs. Staff members do all the heavy lifting, relieving backs of stress, overextension, and party-planning duties. As long as the depleted propane container is easily accessible, tank owners don't need to be home for their delivery. Though standard delivery is always free, next-day delivery in available in some areas for an additional fee.

Installing new windows is an easy way for homeowners to conserve energy and get rid of the past decade’s accumulated holiday decorations. Start over with a clean slate and this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $999 for $2,000 toward windows $1,999 for $4,000 toward windows Long Windows exclusively carries SeriousWindows, whose super-insulating technology helps to slash heating costs and greenhouse-gas emissions. Prices vary depending on the window style and size, and begin at $635 per window. This Groupon is valid toward the cost of product and installation. Long Windows When Bob Long returned to Washington, DC, from service with the Merchant Marines in 1948, he immediately set to work helping out at his father’s modest business, Long Fence, which he helped finance through the money he sent home. The duo operated out of a permanently parked city bus, taking on clients through the years and building a reputation that eventually outgrew their makeshift office. After purchasing the company from his father in 1960, Bob set out to help it grow, and in 1994, he, along with the help of his son-in-law John DePaola, extended the brand by creating Long Fence and Home—a complete provider of household upgrades. That business now tackles everything from full kitchen remodels to siding and door installations, but it specializes in installing windows that help cut heating costs, reduce noise levels 40% more than other windows, and open and close with just the touch of a finger or big toe. Long Fence and Home continues to stay ahead of technology and homeowners’ demands by adding such services as solar-energy conversions. Though John has completely taken over the company with his wife, Jill, the two stay true to Bob's vision by constantly seeking out new ways to make homes and bat caves more energy-efficient.

Unlike grading automobile safety features, rating a service requires real-world experience from non-dummies. Gain an educated perspective with today's Groupon: for $14, you get a one-year bundle membership to Angie's List (a $29 value). Angie's List offers nationwide service, collecting quality reviews to help consumers find high-quality contractors, doctors, mechanics, veterinarians, and more. Membership grants access to more than 500 home and personal services in categories such as home, health and wellness, auto service, and pets. The location-specific site uses a certified data-collection process and does not accept anonymous reviews to better ensure transparency. More than one million members nationwide grade experiences on a scale from A to F, with optional marker-drawn smiley faces awarded for especially outstanding achievements. Tech-savvy perks such as a mobile app, buying and selling access in a digital marketplace, and live call-center support (available six days a week) keep consumers in the net-based know. Additionally, the included monthly Angie's List Magazine provides helpful tips to readers, with articles covering topics such as in-home etiquette for visiting contractors and the key differences between doctors and mad scientists.

Like the earth, sushi consists of layers and was apparently invented by someone who really liked the ocean. Explore waves of flavor with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $20 for $40 worth of sushi, Asian-inspired fusion fare, and drinks $25 for a four-roll sushi sampler and two signature cocktails (up to a $52 value) An uptown sushi roll with yellowtail and jalapeno is $7. Slow-braised bison short rib with sriracha mac ‘n’ cheese is $29, and the coconut-curry soup with shrimp, mussels, and sea bass is $8. See the full menu. Tsunami Tsunami’s dim lighting is an abstract burlesque, enrobing tables in an air of mystery while exposing the beauty that lies on the plates. In the darkness, diners can focus on the flavors placed before them, considering each hint of sweet and savory. At the bar, mixologists teach exotic spirits how to mingle gracefully, blending tequila and botanical liqueurs to form cocktails such as the Green Regal and Humpaloma. From here, genial servers whisk more than two dozen varieties of craft beer to thirsty patrons pondering menus filled with Asian-inspired fusion fare and more than 50 types of sushi conceived by executive chef Bobby Massa. A lineup of maki sports geographical influences, from the sriracha and avocadoes of the Miami roll to the smoked salmon, cream cheese, and taxi honks of the New Yorker roll. Filled with gourmet creations such as ahi tuna wonton tacos and wok-seared sea scallops with lemongrass-guava coulis, the restaurant’s hot fare highlights Chef Massa’s whimsy, inventiveness, and extensive culinary training.

Like glaciers and tectonic plates, teeth are slowly yet surely on the move as they attempt to turn their host's mouth into frozen tundra and then rip it apart like a bite-size Pangaea. Defeat devious teeth with today's Groupon: for $2,899, you get a complete Invisalign orthodontic treatment at Universal Smiles DC (up to an $8,000 value). The doctors at Universal Smiles DC gently straighten crooked chompers with Invisalign, a combination of highly advanced, 3-D computer graphics and the spells of old-fashioned orthodontia. The Invisalign process eschews cumbersome braces for clear, removable aligners that are virtually invisible to the unclothed eye. An initial exam, including photos and impressions of your mouth terrain, paves the way for a flurry of calibrated teeth sheaths that are designed to slowly shift walnut crackers into perfect alignment. The total cost of an Invisalign treatment varies for each customer (it can run anywhere from $3,500 to $8,000). View some Invisalign FAQs here. Depending on the client's teeth, as few as 12 or as many as 48 separate aligners will need to be worn during a period of 6-15 months before the straightening effect finally self-actuates in a sudden burst of pink smoke and slobber. Aligners are swapped out every two weeks and should only be removed when eating, brushing, flossing, or modeling a finely clenched jaw. Though retainers are not included in this deal, they may be necessary for the treatment to be effective and can be purchased at an additional cost ($550 for upper and lower retainers).

As technology for obtaining information progresses, so does the usefulness of smartphones, which currently discover facts by calling their encyclopedia roommate. Phone in a wealth of knowledge with this Groupon. $25 for Online Test-Preparation Course (Up to $149.99 Value). Click here for a list of available courses. Courses to choose from include academic, medical, public service, professional, legal, and certifications. Customers have unlimited access for life to their chosen course after paying the initial course fee. BenchPrep Featured in such publications as the Wall Street Journal, BenchPrep's educational network prepares students to undertake difficult exams with confidence through innovative and interactive online content. Students can enlist in a field of study from BenchPrep's courses, forged with the aid of McGraw-Hill, BarOutlines, and photocopies of Athena's classroom cheat sheets, to gain access to the site's comprehensive content, reporting, and score-analysis tools. Students cultivate their academic knowledge with content-specific reading material, notes, bookmarks, customizable quizzes, and practice tests. When in need of assistance, students can e-tap the e-shoulder of a number of experts, friends, and fellow test takers through chats and public discussions. BenchPrep's innovative cross-platform technology allows online students to begin their studies on a web-based computer and continue their lessons in transit via iPhone, Android, or iPad. Lesson plans can also be downloaded to a smartphone device through the BenchPrep app to facilitate on-the-go learning without an Internet connection, handy for studying in signal-destroying subways or while time traveling to pre-WiFi locales.

Beer is truly a magical potion—as any recovering pessimist will tell you, it's impossible for a glass of it to be half empty. Three cheers for beer with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $14 for two beers and an appetizer for two (a $28 value) $10 for $20 worth of lunchtime fare RFD Washington proudly boasts a beer list of more than 45 beers on tap and more than 350 types of bottled beers, including Bell's Two Hearted Ale, Guinness, Lil’ Sumpin-Sumpin IPA, and Weihenstephan Hefeweizen. The food menu includes beer-friendly starter dishes such as the wisconsin cheese sampler ($10), a jumbo bavarian pretzel stuffed with crab ($10), and tots loaded with cheddar jack cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onion ($7). RFD Washington If a beer connoisseur tried a different beer every day, it would take more than 13 years to sample every beer that RFD Washington has served. Since 2003, Regional Food and Drink (RFD) has slaked thirst with more than 5,000 types of beer. The sister bar to the recently closed Brickskeller restaurant, RFD taps more than 45 beers at any given time, including a rotating selection of rare beers and handcrafted brews from breweries such as Gouden Carolus, La Chouffe, and Tröegs. It also carries more than 350 varieties of bottled beer, as well as premium liquors, single malts, and small-batch bourbons. The food menu has no choice but to revolve around beer, with dishes such as the 12-ounce strip steak in a stout marinade, and the brew burger, a half-pound Angus beef patty marinated in black lager and grilled on top of a keg. Inside RFD, flat-screen TVs line the running boards and refrigerators line the walls, proudly showcasing the cache of microbrews and handcrafted ales. A covered outdoor patio seats summer revelers, and a private room is available for parties of up to 150 guests. Flags and banners dangle from the rafters, signaling to families and beer aficionados that they may have finally met their malted matches.

Without spas, terry-cloth bathrobes would have to make ends meet by taking part-time jobs as car-wash rags and Muppets. Help keep bathwear gainfully employed with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $59 for a spa package (a $119 total value) New Look mani-pedi (a $50 value) 30-minute Swedish massage (a $69 value) $99 for a spa package with facial (a $204 total value) New Look mani-pedi (a $50 value) 30-minute Swedish massage (a $69 value) 60-minute Dermalogica Power facial (an $85 value) After a pampering mani-pedi, the entire body relaxes under the expert touch of a massage therapist. He or she will use long, gliding strokes, light taps, and circular pressure to soothe muscles and oust tension. For the second option, using professional Dermalogica products, aestheticians design a one-hour facial to polish and rejuvenate your skin. All facials incorporate hydrating products into a relaxing pressure-point massage. New Look Skin And Laser Although the owners of New Look Skin And Laser believe that natural skincare can do much to improve skin tone and texture—the center's nine facials include an herbal edition that comes in fruit, flower, and oxygen varieties—they also understand that high-tech solutions often trump the effectiveness of creams and serums. The cache of skincare equipment at New Look Skin And Laser carries not only both crystal and diamond microdermabrasion systems, but also laser hair-removal and skin-rejuvenation systems from both Elos and UltraPlus. The center's team also possesses an Image Pro II digital skin-analysis machine, which allows aestheticians to calibrate custom facials from Dermalogica products based on pore depth, pigment variation, and intensity of recent Medusa exposure.

Pizza is a more orderly way to feed a group than serving an unwieldy party sub or dousing your guests with a chili hose. Dole out slices of fun with today’s Groupon: for $11, you get $23 worth of oven-ready pizza, pasta, and Italian fare at Papa Petrone's Take 'N Bake in Woodridge. Papa Petrone's Take 'N Bake unburdens stressed hosts with a menu of pizzas and pasta crafted in-house each day in disposable pans destined for home ovens. Patrons hustle in for a pizza made to order with Grande mozzarella and sauces born from Stanislaus tomato products, such as the Hawaiian Brunch, a specialty pie topped with canadian bacon and pineapple ($12.10–$19.35) like an edible 3-D map of Maui. The eatery's signature Scramble Bread ($6.25/lb.) coalesces at least four of more than 25 fillings, such as italian sausage, goat cheese, and artichoke hearts, into a doughy cocoon with garlic, olive oil, and cheese. Chefs whip low-fat egg whites to craft the meat lasagna's ($6.75/lb.) sheets of fast-cooking pasta, loaded with five cheeses, ground beef, italian sausage, spinach, and a flavorful sauce seared with the meats. For a more polished presentation, customers can provide their own lasagna dishes or oven-safe family heirlooms measuring at least 2.5 inches deep.

A smooth surface improves aerodynamics, which explains why ground crews meticulously shave airplanes' fuselages before every takeoff. Prep your body for flight with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $39 for one VelaShape session (up to a $300 value) $75 for two VelaShape sessions (up to a $600 value) $115 for three VelaShape sessions (up to a $900 value) VelaShape treatments combine Infrared light energy and bipolar radio frequency with suction and mechanical massage to noninvasively sculpt firmer curves and reduce the appearance of cellulite. Patients can pick from the following treatment areas: thighs, buttocks, love handles, or abdomen. Integrated Laser & Wellness Center LLC Patients' mental well-being is paramount to Dr. Irene Feldman and Dr. Helena Stefan, which explains the center's emphasis on confidence-boosting cosmetic procedures and holistically targeted alternative therapies. After more than 25 years of experience working as an endocrinologist and internist, Dr. Feldman redirected her focus to cosmetic medicine and currently oversees noninvasive treatments with laser systems by such manufacturers as Candela, Sciton, and the Knights Templar. Dr. Stefan learned her holistic craft during a seven-year apprenticeship under Chinese physicians, who taught her the arts of acupuncture and natural medicine, and she continues to further her education in nutrition, herbology, and homeopathy.

A car with a muddy exterior tells passengers of rugged off-roading sessions, whereas a car with a muddy interior tells passengers of carpoolings with Swamp Thing. Pick your passengers wisely with this Groupon. $49 for $110 Worth of Detailing Services Clients choose from a menu of full detailing packages to get one vehicle clean. Available services under $110 include the Meguiar's Express Wash, during which experienced techs remove all the dirt, tar, bugs, and sap from paint jobs before hand-spraying a protective sealant on all exterior surfaces and air purging all the nooks and crannies inside cars. Speedy Green Car Wash In addition to recycling 100% of its water, Speedy Green Car Wash incorporates eco-friendly practices into its wash process, including an energy-management system and biodegradable chemicals. As a Meguiar's direct-line detail center, Speedy Green ensures its staff is thoroughly trained in the art of using Meguiar's products to clean cars, whether they want to be cleaned or not. Drivers can go rogue and detail their own vehicles under the guidance of the skilled staffers, or relax as staffers wash cars with a soft cloth, jet wash, and surface protectant. The auto-detailing menu lets drivers pick and choose from à la carte services to add to packages, including an interior super clean, a carpet and mat shampoo, and an orbital buff and wax. Speedy Green's self-serve stations let dogs, bikes, or tricycle-peddling canines get in on the sudsy action.