Local Deals for Boston

Leaf peepers, hikers, covered bridge-seeking romantics and shoppers will find plenty of their favorite things while staying at the Glen Oaks Inn near Jackson, N.H., for nearly 45% off current rates. This bed-and-breakfast retains all the charm guests will expect from a New England inn built in 1850 -- plus a scrumptious daily country breakfast. 

As one of Boston's Top 10 Sexy and Romantic Restaurants (Gayot), Red Lantern exudes a "sexy glow" with its lantern-adorned ceiling, exhibition kitchen and "Vegas-worthy bar" (Zagat). For $59, regularly $116, savor dinner and drinks for two at the Back Bay restaurant that earns two Diners' Choice Awards for Hot Spot and Late Night Find.

This spring and summer, Travelzoo subscribers can set sail on the waters of Boston Harbor for a private sailing cruise with Hestia Cruises. For $299, regularly $780, up to six passengers can climb aboard the 32-foot Hestia sailboat for a 90-minute sail that saves more than 60% on the regular price. Or take a semi-private sail for $59 per person, regularly $130.

With white-water rafting season on the horizon, Travelzoo subscribers can take an adrenaline-pumping trip on the Kennebec River in West Forks with U.S. Rafting Maine, which was touted by TripAdvisor (4.5 stars) and Yelp (5 stars) users. Regularly up to $158, this full-day adventure includes all necessary equipment including a paddle, life jacket and helmet, a licensed guide and a barbecue lunch.

"The Addams Family" has made the journey from comics and TV to the Broadway stage, but managed to remain just as creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky. Travelzoo subscribers can catch the "classic, full-tilt, fast-paced, old-fashioned musical comedy" (The Chicago Tribune) at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts for up to 50% off.

Travelzoo subscribers can zip across the bay at thrilling speeds during a RIB Adventure Tour on Boston Harbor. Accelerate across the open water in an inflatable speedboat and take in panoramic views of the city skyline and Harbor Islands for $45 per person, regularly $130.

Escape to the country for a guided horseback trail ride and take in sights of spring as the meadows and forests of New Hampshire come into bloom. For $36 per person, regularly $77, Travelzoo subscribers can spend the day at Charmingfare Farm with a 90-minute ride plus zoo admission in Candia, located only one hour from downtown Boston.

The 137-foot Roseway schooner, built in 1925 and declared a National Historic Landmark, has made its way north from St. Croix just in time for the spring and summer season in Boston. For $35 per person, regularly $55, Travelzoo subscribers can step aboard for a two-hour afternoon or evening cruise including a $10 food and drink credit with this Local Deal from World Ocean School.

With this Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can escape to Westport Rivers Vineyard, which was awarded the Best of New England for its wine tastings by Yankee Magazine. For $29, regularly $65, two can sip and swirl wines along the Coastal Wine Trail at the award-winning vineyard that's been praised by The Boston Globe and The New York Times.

From "Cheers" to "Good Will Hunting," explore Boston's history in movies and TV with this offer for more than 50% off a guided "Boston Movie Mile" walking tour from On Location Tours.

Take in mountain views while traversing groomed trails in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom during a guided ATV tour from NEK Adventures, which earns an impressive five stars from TripAdvisor users. For $99 per person, spend two hours riding through the countryside near St. Johnsbury, Vt., which The Boston Globe calls "a jewel in the Northeast Kingdom" for its outdoor activities.

"Spring and summer are the best times for whale watching in Massachusetts," according to USA Today. With this Local Deal, set out into the Atlantic for a four-hour whale-watching cruise with Newburyport Whale Watch during prime season. For $29 per person, regularly $50, Travelzoo subscribers can get up-close views of whales and other marine life. This tour departs from Newburyport, less than one hour north of downtown Boston.

Praised by The Worcester Telegram & Gazette for its "rich, expressive and unified" sound, The Worcester Chorus is one of the oldest vocal ensembles in the country and includes both amateur and professional singers from across the region. With this exclusive offer, Travelzoo subscribers can hear the choral mainstay's concert version of the popular opera "Carmen" for 60% off the regular price.

Topical comedy troupe The Capitol Steps comes to Plymouth Memorial Hall May 11, and who better to satirize American politics than former Congressional staffers paired with professional comic actors. D.C. Theatre Scene says "their impressions are on-point" and "the company’s breadth of songs and subjects makes for an evening of laughter for both ... Democrats and Republicans." With this offer, tickets are 50% off for Travelzoo subscribers.

Come one, come all: See the sights under the big top for up to 40% off with this deal for Big Apple Circus at City Hall Plaza in Boston. "Legendarium" features all-new acts from the circus The New York Times calls "superb" and "inspired."

With this Local Deal, step aboard the Voyager III for one of the best whale-watching cruises in Boston (WGBH A-list). For $23 per person, regularly $36, set sail from the Boston Harbor for a 3-3.5-hour whale-watching cruise and spot marine life including finback whales, humpback whales and basking sharks.

"Defined by rolling hills, shady valleys and historic villages," southern Vermont rewards visitors by being "both rugged and lovely" (Frommer's). Castle Hill Resort and Spa -- an English Tudor-style stone manor rising on its own scenic overlook -- offers Travelzoo readers an exclusive package for two that saves more than 70% on current rates.

Housed in the newly renovated AAA 4-Diamond Hyatt Regency Boston, Avenue One is a downtown gem, according to Zagat. The ratings service goes on to praise the "well done New American fare" from Executive Chef Kelly Armetta's menu that incorporates local and sustainable ingredients. For $29, regularly $59, Travelzoo subscribers can dine on a three-course lunch for two at the restaurant that TripAdvisor and OpenTable users rate 4 stars.

The long-running, interactive show "Late Nite Catechism" puts the fun into Catholic school, even for adults who are well past their days in the classroom. Orchestra seats at all performances at The Larcom Theatre in Beverly are discounted by 40%-60% with this exclusive Local Deal, starting at just $14.

U.S. Olympic gymnast and original Peter Pan Cathy Rigby returns to play her signature, Tony Award-nominated role as the boy who never grew up in this touring production of the popular children's story. Tickets to "Cathy Rigby Is Peter Pan" at Wang Theatre are up to 50% off for evening performances during the show's run, including Friday and Saturday night.