Local Deals for Hartford-New Haven

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. 

Make the choice to be spontaneous when staying in Riverhead, Long Island, the gateway to the "East End." Explore the wineries of the North Fork, or relax on the beaches of the South Fork, and make this hotel the home base with a deal that saves more than 45%.

Boasting a 4-star average rating on SpaFinder, Aura Day Spa in Branford welcomes Travelzoo subscribers to prepare for sandal season with a $25 spa pedicure and a paraffin dip that would regularly cost $57. This calming retreat features massage chairs and top products like OPI, as well as a soothing palette, hardwood floors and French doors.

Travelzoo subscribers can treat themselves to a day at Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun with this Local Deal: Choose up to $200 worth of any spa services for $99. While at "one of the finest [spas] in the state," according to Fodor's, you can also make use of the pool, hot tub, sauna, relaxation lounge with refreshments and fitness center.

New York Magazine gives Paint Nite a 2013 Best of New York award for Best Friend Date, saying it "elevates the popular BYOB drinking-and-painting concept." For $25, regularly $45, Travelzoo subscribers can flex their creative muscles during a two-hour Paint Nite event in Hartford.

Just in time for Mother's Day, Travelzoo subscribers can visit Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun with this exclusive Local Deal: Choose up to $200 worth of any spa services for $99. Called "one of the finest [spas] in the state" by Fodor's, this 22,000-square-foot oasis features luxe amenities, including a pool, hot tub, sauna, relaxation lounge with refreshments and fitness center, which can be enjoyed before and after the treatments.

SolToro Tequila Grill, A Michael Jordan Restaurant serves "Mexican favorites your heart desires," according to Connecticut Magazine, which features the restaurant on its Best of Connecticut 2012 list (casinos category). With this Local Deal, for $39, regularly $75, Travelzoo subscribers can savor dinner for two with margaritas at the Mohegan Sun restaurant TripAdvisor users rate 4 stars.

Langworthy Farm Winery is both a bed and breakfast and vineyard where the "main activity is sipping wine," according to Boston Magazine, which featured it as one of its 52 Weekend Getaways. For $29, regularly $44, Travelzoo subscribers can sip wine and sample chocolate less than a mile from the ocean in Westerly, R.I.

The New York Times calls the waterfront "with views of wide, tentacled Narragansett Bay" the soul of Newport. For $25 per person, regularly $45, set sail and take in the views of the bay on a 2.5-hour buffet brunch cruise with this exclusive Local Deal from Newport Majestic Cruises.

Serving up the best ribs in town, according to The Hartford Advocate, Black-eyed Sally's BBQ & Blues also receives praise from Zagat, which rates this "outstanding" eatery "very good to excellent" (20) for its barbecue and Cajun cuisine. For $37, dig into a three-course dinner for two people, including drinks, normally $76.