Like Hawaii, relaxation can be a challenging state to reach. Ensnare elusive serenity with today’s Groupon: for $27, you get a 60-minute hot bamboo and hot stone massage at Artists in Motion Massage Therapy in Greensboro (a $55 value).

Combining the versatility of bamboo with the soothing character of heated stones, Artists in Motion's nationally certified therapists gently knead away the day's distressing twists and turns. During an hour-long massage, heated bamboo rods warm the upper muscle layers, increasing circulation and improving the body's pliability to grant easier access to deep-seated tension. The use of bamboo also allows the therapist to cover more surface area and apply more even pressure than would otherwise be possible with only a standard pair of hands, even if aided by Hamburger Helper's helping hand. In addition, the talented artists visit the feet and legs as muscles absorb the warmth of the private room and hot lava stones. After the treatment, patients will pop out of Artists in Motion's relaxation suite feeling refreshed and celebrating the recent departure of various deep-muscle aches and accumulated toxins.