Tickets to ICE! at Gaylord National - 52% Off!

Woohoo! Living Social has half price tickets to ICE! at Gaylord National.  Everyone I know who has gone has loved it - adults and kids alike :) So fun!  

Limit one per person per visit 
Not valid on Saturdays 
Blackout dates include 12/23/11 to 1/1/12 
Your Living Social voucher will be for a “non-reserved” ticket timeslot into the ICE! attraction 
Vouchers can only be redeemed in person at the ICE! box office (not in advance). Present voucher at the box office, and you will be provided a timed ticket entry for the next available timeslot that day.

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More than Half Off Tickets to Christmas Town at Busch Gardens

I'm excited this deal is back!  The other day it was on Living Social Richmond and sold out before I could get mine!  Today it's back on Living Social DC:

"Pay just $16 and get a Discovery Ticket to Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamburg good for three admissions during a seven-day span (a $33 value). Grab the family and snap pictures of a 50-foot Christmas tree, marvel at millions of holiday lights, and tour Santa's workshop. Parents, Christmas Town has something for your wish list, too: Enjoy holiday shows, European-styled shops, and restaurants when not tearing through nearly 20 rides -- like the Alpengeist roller coaster and Mach Tower drop ride. Make a weekend of it and (re)discover the magic of the holiday season."

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Over 60% Off Tix to Kings of Leon at Jiffy Lube Live Aug 9

Groupon has a great deal for tickets to Kings of Leon at Jiffy Lube Live:
For $39, you get two tickets for seats in sections 302–304 to see Kings of Leon at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow on Tuesday, August 9, at 7 p.m. (an $81 value before fees, or up to a $105.70 value online, including all ticketing fees). Parking is included, and doors open at 6 p.m.

• Expires Aug 9, 2011
• Limit 4 per person. Redeem starting 8/1/11. Must show valid ID matching name on Groupon at Jiffy Lube Live box office. Must provide first and last name at checkout. 
• Refundable only on day of purchase. 
• Must redeem together to sit together.

Oh my... I'm checking my schedule now!

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Half Price Tickets to All Shook Up at the Riverside Theater in Fredericskburg

Need an idea for a night out?

From HomeRun:




Grab half price tickets to All Shook Up at the Riverside Dinner Theater in Fredericksburg!  Pay only $29 per ticket for dinner and the show (a $58 value). 

Unlike most dinner theaters, they offer a choice of 5 entrees (including Apricot Chipotle Chicken, and Citrus Herb Tilapia) to pick from complemented by a dinner salad to start, rather than a trip to the buffet. 

In All Shook Up, the ever-popular songs of Elvis Presley are showcased as a 1950s Midwestern young girl's dream of adventure and an unexpected visit by a leather-jacketed, motorcycle-riding, guitar-playing drifter help a "straight-laced" small town discover the magic of romance and the power of rock and roll. The story line has several "Shakespearean-play" twists and turns of mistaken identity, and revolves around 24 featured Elvis hits.

• All Shook Up runs Wednesdays-Sundays until September 11  
• One you purchase your tickets and choose your show, make sure to call the box office to reserve your spots since shows tend to sell out:  (540) 370-4300
• Limit 6 vouchers per customer per redemption
• Cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions
• Tax and gratuity not included

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Half Price Tickets to Uncle Sam Jam at the National Harbor!

From Living Social:


Pay just $20 and kick off Independence Day weekend with a half-priced ticket to the second-annual Uncle Sam Jam on Saturday, July 2, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the National Harbor -- a $40 value. 

Groove with ten bands and DJs -- including Blind Melon, The Wailers, DJ Mix Master Mike from the Beastie Boys, and the Pat McGee Band in its only DC-area appearance! Bite into selections from some of DC's top food trucks, as well as Famous Dave's pit barbecue, and wash it all down at one of the many Dos Equis beer stations. Cap things off with an explosive fireworks display, and you'll be glad you enlisted!

Purchaser must bring voucher to event • Must be 21 years old or older to attend • Event takes place 7/2/2011 from 2 - 10 p.m. (rain or shine) 

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Deals on Fun Stuff to Do in DC, MD & VA

Groupon has some great deals on fun things to do around DC, VA and MD:



$49 for High-Speed Ride-Along or Taste of Racing Class at Formula Racing Experience's racing school at the Summit Point Motorsports Park, located in Summit Point, West Virginia. Classes are currently scheduled July 9 and 10, as well as September 25. Formula Racing Experience regularly adds dates, so be sure to check the schedule.

For $25, get a three-hour adult painting class (a $50 value) to Art By The Glazz in Ashburn.  For an additional $12, you can get car service to and from Dulles Mall, Reston Town Center, or Tyson's Corner in McLean. 

For $10, you get one hour of indoor tennis-court time (a $20 value) or for $15, you get a one-hour group tennis lesson (a $30 value) from East Potomac Tennis Center.

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Deals for Dads - Gift Ideas for Father's Day

Father's Day is only a little over a week away!  Here are some deals you can use for dear old Dad (or anyone really):

From Mamasource (formerly Mamapedia Sweet Deals):
$15 for $30 worth of gourmet cookies and brownies, fresh fruit, organic snacks, gourmet roasted nuts, or other savory delights from Cherry Moon Farms.

Dont forget:  10% Off Your First Mamasource Purchase with code: JUNE10 (save up to $10)



From Groupon:
$20 for Two-Year Subscription to “The Beer Connoisseur” Magazine (Up to $40.66 Value)


For $20, you get 20 weeks of WSJ Weekend, the weekend edition of The Wall Street Journal (a $40 value), delivered on Saturdays.

For $18, you get a TopGolf playing card, which includes $50 worth of games on a tracking-chip-enabled golf range, free club rental, and use of the putting green at TopGolf Alexandria (a $40 value). The sessions can be redeemed all at once or across multiple visits.

For $20, you get a wine-and-fare pairing for two at Capitol Vineyards in Delaplane (a $40 value).


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From BuyWithMe:
$50 gets you $100 worth of merchandise at The Golf Zone plus free shipping!

Grab two custom mugs at only $14 ($30 value) from Mug on Mug. 

HarryHasIt.com is offering $80 worth of tickets for only $30.

$49 gets you a Padilla Edicion Especial humidor and a 20-count box of 90+ rated Padilla Hybrid Robusto cigars from Stogie Boys ($99 value; tax and shipping are extra). 

From WhatsTheDeal (now part of kgb deals):
Pay $20 for One Hour of Laser Tag for Two People (a $40 value) OR pay $99 for a Two Hour Laser Tag Party for Ten People (a $250 value) at PEV's Paintball in Aldie.

From CBS Local Offers:
$37.50 for 1 Round of Golf, Cart, Bucket of Balls, and Lunch ($75 value) at The Timbers at Troy in Elkridge, MD.

From Socially Ideal:
$24 for One-Year Membership to Access over 300 Private Golf Courses ($49 value) from Boxgroove.com.

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Half Off Whitewater Rafting Packages in West Virginia

From Groupon:
For $78, you get a one-day whitewater-rafting package with two nights of camping for Saturday and Sunday (a $156 value) OR
For $59, you get a one-day whitewater-rafting package with two nights of camping for any other pair of days in the week (a $121 value) from New & Gauley River Adventures in Lansing, West Virginia.

• Expires Oct 31, 2011
• Limit 1/person, may buy 7 addl as gifts. Limit 1/visit. 
• Valid only for option purchased.  
• 30-day cancellation notice or fee up to Groupon price may apply. 
• Must be 12+. 300lb weight max. 
• Must sign waiver. WV sales tax, $4 DNR fee not included.

Check out other local deals on Things To Do!

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Half Off Tickets on DC Harbor Cruises

From Groupon:
For $15, you get one adult ticket to the Happy Hour on the Harbor Cruise (a $30 value; a $25 value for seniors) OR one adult ticket to the Summertime Harbor Cruise (a $30 value; a $25 value for seniors, and $18 value for children 12 and under) from DC Harbor Cruises. 

All cruises depart from and return to the Gangplank Marina.

• Expires Aug 31, 2011
• Limit 4 per person. 24hr cancellation notice or fee up to Groupon price may apply. 
• Must be 21 or older for Happy Hour on the Harbor Cruise. V
• alid only for option purchased. 
• Fireworks Event or private charters not included.

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Half off two tickets to the Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival June 11 - 12

From Eversave:
Pay $8 for 2 tickets to the Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival featuring jewelry, paintings, sculptures and more from local artists, aWine and Specialty Food Pavilion with eight Maryland wineries and gourmet goodies like cakes, candies and olive oils to sample, and live jazz from local talents like jazz guitarist Tom Lagana!

• May buy multiple Saves
• Use 1 Save per two people
• Includes admission on both days (6/11 and 6/12)
• Children under 12 are free
• Not to be combined with other offers
• Save voucher valid June 11 and 12, 2011
• Promotional value expires on Jun 12, 2011

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$40 for 18 Holes of Golf Including Cart & Lunch at South Riding Golf Club

From Groupon:
For $40, you get an 18-hole golf outing with a GPS-equipped cart and lunch, valid Monday–Friday (an $84 value) OR pay $50 for weekends and holidays (a $99 value) at South Riding Golf Club. 

• Expires Aug 31, 2011
• Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. 
• Limit 1 per person per visit; 8-person group max. 
• Valid only for option purchased. 
• Weekend and Holiday option valid only after 10am. 

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Deals on Fun Things to Do in DC, MD & VA

Here's a list of deals to grab for a hopefully, not so rainy day...


From Living Social:  Guys, grab your bow ties and ladies, grab your sun hats and head to the Virginia Gold Cup!  For just $145, the 86th annual world famous steeplechase in The Plains, Virginia gives you a starring role on May 7 with half off four VIP Members Hill Badges to the event, one North or South Rail Parking Pass, four official Gold Cup souvenir cups, and postage and handling of tickets (a $290 value).

• Limit 1 voucher per tickets order/transaction only 
• Must redeem voucher and register online prior to 5/2/2011 

From Groupon: For $40, you get a two-day general ticket, plus a souvenir lanyard and wine glass, to the 2011 Wine & Food Festival in National Harbor on May 14 and 15 (a $65 value).

• Expires May 15, 2011
• Limit 1 per person, may buy 3 additional as gifts. 
• Limit 1 per visit.  
• Must be 21 or older.

From What's The Deal:  (new members get a $5 credit)
Pay $15 for one ticket book that contains 8 "taste" tickets for the Taste of Arlington, Sunday May 22 from noon to 5 pm, rain or shine.  Over 40 area restaurants participating including Lebanese Taverna, The Melting Pot, Rustico, La Tasca, Sushi Rock, Sweetgreen and others -- see full list here.

• Multiple purchases allowed - e-mail WTD for purchases of 10+

And if you just need a night away from the norm or if you have visitors coming soon, check out this deal:
For $89, you get an overnight stay for two at the Crowne Plaza DullesAirport in Herndon, a bottle of champagne, a hot buffet breakfast for two, and a $10 credit toward the on-site restaurant or parking (up to a $258.58 value) .

• Expires Feb 29, 2012
• Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts.  
• Reservation required; subject to availability. 
• Valid only for double-double or king rooms. 
• Tax and incidentals not included. 
• Not valid with other offers.

Also, see my previous post on Wine Tasting Deals!
 
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Golf Deals in Northern VA, Richmond & Front Royal

From Groupon Richmond:
For $12, you get nine holes of golf on the lake or par-3 course and a golf-cart rental at Windy Hill Sports Complex, located in Midlothian (a $25 value).

• Expires in 1 year
• Limit 4 per person. Limit up to 4 per visit.  
• Tee time reservation required on Thurs, mornings, Fri.-Sun. and holidays. Must be 16 or older to drive cart.  
• Tax included.

Groupon DC:
For $49 you get one round of golf with cart rental, a large bucket of driving-range balls, and a Golfer's Lunch at one of three DC area golf courses (up to a $115 value) at 1757 Golf Club in Dulles, Virginia Oaks in Gainesville, or Reston National in Reston.

• Expires Oct 16, 2011
• Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift. Limit 1 per visit.  
• Reservation required; subject to availability. Not valid on holidays, tournament days, or Fri.-Sun. before 11AM. 
• Not valid with other offers.

From The Capitol Deal:
$38 for an all-day golf pass at beautiful Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club in Front Royal, cart and range included.  Or if you prefer, pay just $30 for an all-day pass for weekday golf!

• EXPIRES 10/19/2011.
• Valid for weekend play only.
• Limit one voucher per group.
• Limit one voucher use at a time.

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$75 for Pace-car Ride and Ticket to NASCAR Race in Richmond

In just a few weeks, NASCAR is coming to Richmond and if you want to get the full experience, make sure you grab your tickets through this Groupon deal:
For $75, you get a NASCAR racing experience pace-car ride and a Henrico Tower Grandstand ticket to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race at Richmond International Raceway on Saturday, April 30 (a $155 value).

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$49 for a Round of Golf with Cart, Large Bucket of Balls & Lunch

For $49 you get one round of golf with cart rental, a large bucket of driving-range balls, and a Golfer's Lunch at one of three DC area golf courses (up to a $115 value). Redeem today's deal at one of the following courses:

• 1757 Golf Club in Dulles.
• Virginia Oaks in Gainesville.
• Reston National in Reston.

Groupon customers can also sign up for a Capital Area Golf Membership and receive a $100 gift card to their home course if membership is signed up for on the day the Groupon is redeemed. The membership provides unlimited or discounted green and cart fees, advance reservations, and reduced rates for merchandise, guest rounds, and pin-echolocation lessons. 

• Expires Oct 16, 2011
• Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift. Limit 1 per visit.  
• Reservation required; subject to availability. Not valid on holidays, tournament days, or Fri.-Sun. before 12PM. 
• Not valid with other offers.

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$20 for $40 to Spend on Event Tickets from Ticketbroker.com

Check out this great Groupon deal!



$20 for $40 Toward Tickets for Concerts, Sports, and More from ‪Ticketbroker.com

• Expires Oct 5, 2011
• Limit 1 per person. 
• Not valid with other offers.

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More Deals on Fun Stuff to Do in DC, MD & VA

$40 for 2 Adult Tickets (Kids Under 12 Free) to Full Moon Field Weekend Festival at Full Moon Ranch in Berryville, VA (56% off - $90 value)

"Have a blast with the whole family for 1-2 days on May 14th and/or 15th at the beautiful FULL MOON RANCH in Berryville, Virginia - home of Pony To Go with this ALL access pass deal. Full Moon Ranch sits on 87 acres of pastures with luscious trees and big blue skies, just over one hour west of Washington, DC.  Enjoy a day listening to bands ranging in style from Bluegrass, Acoustic Music, Country, Classic Rock, Beach, Jam Bands, and more!

Activities for all ages!  Horseback riding, pony rides, over 50 breeds of animals (Including Aladdin, their famous camel that spends the holidays at Mt. Vernon), moonbounce, hiking, hayrides, crafting, and more! The Sports Car Club of America will be bringing 4+ cars. You and the kids will have fun sitting in the cars, taking photos and dreaming about speeding down the raceway! Plus - have the kids been asking you to go camping? Here is your chance - you can camp out at the festival as part of this deal! "

$59 for $120 Worth of Paintball Fun with a Friend at Pev’s Paintball in Aldie, VA

• Your Wowcher may be used toward game-play, equipment and 200 rounds on Saturday or Sunday only; not valid for private games.  
• All players with their own equipment MUST use paintballs purchased from a Pev's Paintball Pro Shop that have a Pev's Logo printed on the ball.  
• Waivers are required for all players; any players under 18 years of age must have a parent/guardian sign their waiver.
• Expires Oct 4, 2011

$99 for a Rafting and Camping Trip on the Lower New River, Plus a Souvenir Photo CD, from River Expeditions (Up to $200 Value)

• Expires Aug 31, 2011
• Limit 8/person. Reservation req'd.
• 30-day cancellation notice req'd or fee up to Groupon price may apply. 
• Must be 12+ for Lower New River Gorge, 6+ for Upper New River Canyon Trip.

Head to Virginia Beach to get back on the water and back in touch with Mother Nature by picking up today's deal from Great White Water Sports: a 45-minute Jet Ski dolphin tour for three for $75 (regularly $150). Or, snag a 30-minute Jet Ski rental for one ($42), for two ($47) or three ($55) -- an $85, $95, and $105 value, respectively.

• Buy as many as you'd like for yourself, or as gifts for others 
• May use up to two vouchers per visit
• Not valid on holidays or holiday weekends
• Expires on October 4, 2011 

Check out yesterday's deals on Things To Do as many of them are still going on!



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More Deals on Fun Stuff to Do in DC, MD & VA

$6 for Opening-Weekend Game Package for the Potomac Nationals at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge.
The package includes a Grandstand ticket (up to an $8 value) and a hot dog (a $4 value) for a game against the Lynchburg Hillcats (a $12 total value). Choose from the following dates:

• Friday, April 8, at 7:05 p.m.
• Saturday, April 9, at 6:35 p.m.
• Sunday, April 10, at 1:05 p.m.

Limit 6 per person. Valid only for event purchased. Must have valid ID. Not valid for resale.


For $65, you get a go-kart membership and one evening of Kart 'Til You Puke racing (a $160 total value) at Summit Point Kart in Summit Point. Available Kart 'Til You Puke dates include every Friday and Sunday throughout April and May from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For $75, you get an evening of Scotch tasting and appetizers at the St. Regis Hotel ballroom ($150 value) on Wednesday, April 20 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m presented by Morris Miller Wines and Liquor.

• Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. 
• Valid only on 4/20/11. 
• Must be 21 or older.

Today's deal from Potomac Paddlesports:  Pay $292 for one beginner flatwater trip membership package that includes five guided trips (with all equipment) over a two-year period (a $585 value), or pay just $37 for one 24-hour flatwater kayak rental (a $75 value).

• Limit 1 per person per visit
• Expires on April 1, 2013 

Get yerself a family cruise for $11 per sailor, or for rogues and wenches over 21, sign up for an adult cruise for only $13 from Urban Pirates in Baltimore. That's half off the respective regular $22 and $27.50 prices. 
Set the wee ones to defending the ship with The Fearless's water cannons -- cruises for privateers and pirates of all ages launch five times a day. There are also 90-minute night cruises that launch four times (5:30, 7, 8:30, and 10 p.m.) on Friday and Saturday night.

• Limit 4 per person, additional as gifts 
• Must book over the phone in advance; space on cruise subject to availability 
• Expires on October 31, 2011 

$10 Jazz Concert Tickets at the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra ($20 value)
Choose from two great performances--"Charlie Parker and Strings" or "Rhapsody in Blue with Carlos Rodriguez" 

• Valid for concert on 4/2 or 6/4 at 8 p.m.
• May purchase up to 4 vouchers per person

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Great Deals on Fun Things to Do in DC & Richmond

Looking for some new & fun ways to spend your time?  Check out these ideas and save money while you're at it :)

Have an Outdoor Movie Party for Up to 50 People with Inflatable Movie Screen, Sound System, and Projection!  Add some adult beverages and it sounds like the perfect summer night!!
For just $149 (a $299 value) you can host the party in your own backyard!
Expires on March 30, 2012 

Celebrate Virginia's equine history and the gorgeous spring weather at the 79th Annual Running of the Strawberry Hill Races May 21st at New Kent's Colonial Downs.  Spend $62 for a carload pass for you and the gang (regularly $125), $110 for a Jockey Club table for two (regularly $220), $107 for rail space on the outer-rail of the back stretch (regularly $215), or $20 for a Strawberry Hill Races shuttle pass (regularly $40), presented by SFVA.


From the Virginia Arts Festival & Virginia Opera in Norfolk, get two tickets ($25 for Section 4, $45 for Section 3, or $60 for Section 2 -- a $50, $90, and $120 value, respectively) to the world premiere of "Rappahannock County," a new musical production about life during the War Between the States. Inspired by diary entries, letters, and personal accounts from the people of the time, this piece utilizes more than 20 songs to tell their moving stories.


Join Assaggi Osteria April 9th in McLean for their annual Spring Wine Festival instead! At this year's festival, your ticket will allow you and your friends to sample over 50 Italian wines for just $15 (normally $30), plus get an additional $15 off any case of wine or dinner at Assaggi Osteria.


For $25, you can get round-trip transportation to view the DC cherry blossoms, plus a picnic lunch, from Reston Limousine (a $50 value). The trip takes place on Saturday, April 2 or Sunday, April 3. Reservations are required by March 31.

For $20, get four tickets to a Richmond Kickers game at Richmond City Stadium (up to a $48 value). Choose one of the following options:

• Against Orlando City on Saturday, April 2 at 5 p.m.
• Against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds on Saturday, April 9 at 5 p.m.
• Against the Rochester Rhinos on Friday, April 15 at 7 p.m.
• Against the Charleston Battery on Saturday, April 23 at 5 p.m.

Trade in your walk through the mall for a spectacular bike ride from Brunswick, MD, across the Potomac, to the quaint European-styled, Harpers Ferry in West Virginia—bustling with historic shops and sites. You’ll get all-day use of one of their spiffy beach cruisers, a helmet to keep your noggin safe, and a national park brochure for you to set out on your very own adventure at your own pace, without annoying tour guides slowing you down or speeding you up.  $17.50 for a Self-Guided Bike Tour from Brunswick to Harpers Ferry ($35 value)

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Deals for the NASCAR Fans

TravelZoo has a deal for all the NASCAR fans out there wanting to attend the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Richmond International Raceway.

For three days only, grab tickets for 50% off!  Old Dominion seats (between the third and fourth turns) are now $42.50 (regularly $85) for the Saturday, April 30 event.  Forty-three of NASCAR's top drivers will compete, including Virginia-native Denny Hamlin, defending race winner Kyle Busch, defending champion Jimmie Johnson and other NASCAR stars such as Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

To purchase, click the link below. Book by March 30.
http://www.travelzoo.com/newsflash/68089769-1002690/




And for those of you who want to be behind the wheel, check out this deal from HomeRun:    $169 for a 30-Lap NASCAR Racing Experience and Instruction in Hampton, VA ($349 value)

• Choose from one of the following dates: March 28-31, April 4-7, May 30-31, June 1-2, 6-9
• Top of the line racing instruction by professionals
• Recreational and competitive courses available

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