California Guide and Deals
Outdoor Activity Deals
Imagine Sailing Tours
- Berkeley Marina
Captain navigates yacht to popular sights and destinations across the Bay Area for kayaking, barbecuing, and fishing
Huntington Harbour Skincare
- Huntington Beach
Organic skincare products cleanse the face while scents of coconut and chocolate soothe inner senses; microdermabrasion obscures fine lines
Aneeta Taneja DDS
- San Jose
Chair-side LumiBrite whitening lifts stains with peroxide gel, and at-home methods utilize soft, custom-fitted trays
Beautiful Me Malibu
- Malibu
Therapists target bodily issues by placing pressure on specific points of the feet; full-body massage strokes relax with one of four styles
Harv's Car Wash
- Sacramento
Eco-conscious car wash’s technicians cleanse car exteriors and interiors in 15–30 minutes using Blue Coral products
World of Health
- San Jose
A licensed massage therapist relieves stress and chronic pain with deep-tissue techniques; an aesthetician exfoliates faces
Crystal Ballroom Dance Studio
- Santa Clara
45-minute group lessons cover styles such as waltz, fox trot, Argentine tango, and swing
Whipp'd LA
- West Hollywood
Hawaiian-style treat shop serves up hot dogs and seven flavors of soft-serve Dole Whip in traditional or float styles
Servando's Bootcamp
- Tarzana
Certified trainers jolt metabolisms into action with four-part cardio workouts
Vida Emanuel European Day Spa
- Beverly Hills
Noninvasive lipolysis uses microvibrations and heat to emulsify fat deposits, leading to up to 2 inches of fat loss after the first session
Tiara Parties
- Sherman Oaks
Princesses, fairies, and storybook characters lead dress-up sessions, games, balloon art, and a treasure hunt
Moda Italia
- San Jose
Customized men's formalwear and suit packages are tailored for a perfect fit inside shop that has served Silicon Valley for 22 years
The Claremont Hotel & Spa
- Berkeley, CA
AAA Four Diamond Award–winning hotel overlooking San Francisco Bay with a spa, 10 tennis courts, and three pools
Cha Cha's Doggie Daycare
- East Sacramento
Groomers soothe canines with warm baths and blow-dries and trim their nails, clean their ears, and smoothen coats with thorough brushing
Acclaim Auto Repair
- Milpitas
Up to 5 qt. of standard or synthetic oil with a brake check and tire rotation
Meticulosity Cleaning Service
Two staffers spend four man-hours dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing, and mopping homes during one or three visits
Gene Hori at Malibu Golf Club
- Agoura Hills-Malibu
Nine-hole round played alongside a PGA Class A professional allows for up-close scrutiny of course-management strategy
Beach Cities Scuba
- Multiple Locations
PADI-certification course imparts open-water scuba skills over course of two weekends; optional dives with underwater scooter
Girl Glass
- Sacramento
Glass blower leads students through class that covers blowing, shaping, and turning a one-of-a-kind ornament; pre-made ornaments available
Balance the Clinic
- Marina
Facial with oxygen mist and 87 vitamins, amplified by a peel or microdermabrasion; infrared sauna; herb enriched detoxifying wrap or massage
Bay Area Hypnotherapy
- Downtown
Hypnotherapists uncover subconscious issues that block patients from losing weight
Costa Del Sol Tanning
- Nob Hill
Firming & tightening creams prep bodies for wraps in temperature-controlled blankets designed to burn calories over course of one hour
Cristal's Mobile Carwash & Detailing
- Artcraft Manor
One-hour mobile details revivify vehicles with tiered cleaning techniques, including hand washes, hand waxes, and clay-bar treatments
California Chiropractic Center
- South Beach
The massage therapist loosens muscles and promotes relaxation with long, gliding strokes and light to moderate pressure
Blue Moons Riding School
- Half Moon Bay
English-style riding lesson in spacious sand arena framed by ocean views, with complimentary wine or champagne and s’mores picnic
Trio Restaurant Bakery & Market
- Downtown
Mediterranean-influenced New American cuisine includes lamb burgers, greek moussaka, and moroccan lamb stew
Fire Groove
- Los Angeles
Fitness class puts a spin on hula-hooping, teaching groups how to hoop around various body parts while building confidence and core strength
Skin Laser Center
- Mar Vista
Series of three laser treatments fade pigments in tattoos up to 12 square inches
Eleakis & Elder Photography
- Hollywood Park
In a studio or at the nearby park, photographers create family portraits that are rendered on 8"x10" prints or a 16"x20" canvas gallery wrap
Artistic Picture Framing
- North Berkeley
Staff consult on materials and colors to frame jerseys, portraits, and art with upgrades such as UV-conservation glass and acid-free matting
Rixos Limousine
- Multiple Locations
Luxury buses transport groups of passengers to three Napa wineries and include champagne, refreshments, and a gourmet boxed lunch
Meineke Car Care Center Glendora
- Multiple Locations
Up to 5 qt. of standard oil; tire rotation ensures even wear; 30-minute service
JC Golf
- Multiple Locations
Adult and young adult beginners learn the basics with five group clinics, three buckets of range balls, and two discounted rounds of golf
Fishermen's Spot
- Van Nuys
Private lessons and semi-privates for two, tailored to students’ skill levels, teach casting techniques with included shop gear
Segway of Oakland
- Oakland
Two-hour tours roam Oakland and pause at landmarks after video overview of Segway handling and Segway rentals allow self-guided exploration
Tranquility Day Spa San Jose
- Alum Rock
One-hour wrap reduces cellulite and aids in inch loss by detoxifying the body and cleansing the lymphatic system
Recommended Outdoor Activities by Groupon Customers
A charter member of the MLS, the San Jose Earthquakes played their first four seasons as the Clash before claiming the MLS Cup in 2001 and 2003. Though the team moved to Houston in '05, the franchise was reinstated in '08, bringing professional soccer back to the Bay Area. Buck Shaw Stadium serves as the team's current home, though a new stadium will shoot skyward in 2014, complete with luxury suites for fans and exhausted referees alike.
Why stay in a hotel in your own city? The sheets are freshly laundered, milkmen can't knock on the door, and you won't have to face daily household routines that feel acutely bleak, dull, and dreary-bleak. Book a night on Santa Monica Beach to see Southern California in all its colors (Southern California has more than half of the colors on the ROYGBIV spectrum). Today's Groupon gets you a clean and comfortable garden view room (a $229 value) at the Bayside Hotel for $99, making it the perfect weekend getaway, romantic getaway, or getaway to watch the Charlie Sheen movie The Getaway.
Golf can be a bonding experience with friends or a make-or-break business meeting that masquerades as a leisure sport. Make the most of your time with friends and colleagues by knocking their argyle socks off with effortless dominance on the green. Today's Groupon to Carlsbad Golf Center gets you a one-hour private golf lesson with your choice of Carlsbad's experienced PGA and LPGA instructors (a $75–$125 value, depending on participating instructor), plus a large bucket of balls with which to practice during and after your lesson (a $10 value). Because the object of golf is to hole the ball in the fewest number of strokes, a better game will help you conserve energy for other activities such as off-track betting or braising Cornish hen.
GolfTEC has thirteen convenient locations in the Los Angeles area, all staffed by experienced golfing professionals and computers who’ve sworn allegiance to the Three Laws of golfing robotics. Motion sensors and high-speed cameras monitor your swing and break down your form on a high-definition video display. GolfTEC’s PGA specialists point out your flaws, strengths, and coach you on how to permanently improve your game, from tee to green. Sensors chirp with approval when you’ve executed a perfect stroke or cracked an especially witty golfing joke.
Arthur Murray Dance Studio's panel of experienced instructors earned the establishment an Orange County Register People's Choice award for Best Dance School in 2009 for their prowess at schooling students in the ways of balance and coordinated rhythmic motion. Across six southern California studios, teams of highly trained teachers emphasize holistic dancing skills as opposed to specific steps, ensuring students leave lessons with a greater understanding of their chosen form. They offer more than 29 available dance styles, including the waltz, the rumba, polka, texas two-step, and the merengue. During private lessons, instructors have dancers pair off with a partner as they dole out individual tips and techniques, preparing students for the more communal group lessons. Burgeoning boogiers can also attend one of the themed practice parties to test out their growing repertoire of skills with fellow classmates. Each studio announces party themes and times on its online calendars in advance.
