Local Deals for Houston

Selected last year as the number one day spa in Houston by CityVoter, Josephine's Day Spa is also recognized by Salon Today magazine as one of the Top 200 spas in the entire nation. Now, Travelzoo subscribers can experience all the spa has to offer with an exclusive package with a massage and facial for $89, regularly $200.

TexasOutside.com praises The Club at La Torretta as "a fun track with a good layout that will test your skills" at a "fantastic" resort; since the multimillion-dollar renovation turned the former Del Lago course into The Club at La Torretta, GolfTexas says the greens and fairways look "better than ever." With this deal, two can golf for $85, regularly $164.

See the performance The Boston Globe called "intimate and charged" when Houston Ballet hosts Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal. Tickets are 50% off for this performance, part of the ballet's Cullen Series celebrating the contemporary dance world.

Frommer's says the AAA 5-Diamond Four Seasons Hotel Houston "does everything right," heaping extra praise on the high level of service. For $99, Travelzoo subscribers can receive what CultureMap calls the "apex in pampering" with a massage or facial and full rein of spa amenities.

Escape to the 4-star Nottoway Plantation & Resort, boasting “everything you want in a dazzling Old South mansion” according to Frommer’s, for more than 40% off regular rates. This exclusively negotiated $169 getaway for two includes more than $150 in extras for weekday stays through Sept. 15.

The Houston Press calls Nelore Churrascaria its favorite South American rotisserie restaurant, and the Houston Chronicle says the endless selection of fire-grilled meats is "juicy, flavorful and gorgeously glazed." For $39, two people can savor an all-you-can-eat dinner in Montrose, regularly $76.

For $49, choose from seven spa packages at Pure Zen Therapy on Westheimer Road in Uptown, regularly as much as $110. The spa earns 5-star ratings from reviewers on Citysearch.

For 85 years, the Harlem Globetrotters have enthralled fans with their extraordinary blend of athleticism and comedy. Now the legendary team is making its way to Houston, and select tickets have been discounted up to 50%.

OpenTable and Urbanspoon users give Birraporetti's a 4-star rating across more than 350 reviews, and recent Travelzoo subscribers tout the "superb" food and "very lively and upbeat" atmosphere at this "downtown gem." For $29, regularly $54, two people can sit down to an unlimited brunch buffet at this "upscale and lavish eatery" (Downtown magazine), featuring live jazz from artists like local vibraphonist Harry Sheppard.

Opened last fall in the Galleria area by famed restaurateur Piero Selvaggio and James Beard Award-winner Luciano Pellegrini, Valentino Houston presents artfully crafted Italian dishes with a contemporary twist. For $59, experience a three-course dinner for two with a choice of anything from the menu for each course, regularly as much as $139.

The Burger Palace & Bistro makes all its burgers from Akaushi beef, also known as "American Kobe," which the Houston Chronicle calls "outrageously super-delicious" and GoodTaste.TV says is "the best hamburger meat money can buy." For $19, two diners can enjoy burgers made with 100% Akaushi covered with creative toppings, as well as sides and drinks, regularly up to $42.

Just opened in September, Polished Day Spa in Houston offers an array of manicures, pedicures, massages, facials and waxing services. Though these treatments are normally only offered a la carte, Travelzoo subscribers can get an exclusive package that includes a 30-minute spa manicure, a 60-minute polished-stone pedicure and a 60-minute brilliant facial for $79. These three services would normally cost $170.

Travelzoo subscribers can catch an upcoming University of Texas men's basketball game for $6, regularly up to $15, featuring matchups with prime Big 12 opponents.

The Houston Chronicle praises Chef Soren Pedersen’s “downright gorgeous” culinary compositions that are featured in a setting that "lets the food hog the spotlight.” For $69, regularly $124, discover what Zagat calls “innovative twists on approachable American cooking” with this four-course dinner for two.

Zagat gives the cuisine at Laurenzo's a "very good to excellent" (21) rating and says “this Heights steakhouse specializes in robust American fare like ‘excellent’ prime rib in ‘ample’ portions.”

The luxe Skyline Spa and Health Club, located on the 23rd floor of the AAA 4-Diamond Hilton Americas - Houston, boasts some of the best views of the city skyline. With this exclusive Local Deal for $99, regularly $250, Travelzoo subscribers can get pampered with a massage and facial package including access to the 24th-floor pool and a glass of sparkling wine.

For only $99, experience the thrill of flying a helicopter with Apex Helicopters, taking off from Clover Field Airport in Pearland. This deal includes 30 minutes of ground instruction, 25 minutes of flying time, a log book and a video of the experience to take home. This high-flying package would normally cost $175.

Listen to the Houston Symphony perform selections from the memorable scores of Steven Spielberg's blockbusters with this exclusive Local Deal. Tickets to see this celebration of cinematic music are more than 60% off with this exclusive Local Deal.

Recognized by Houston Press as "one of the best restaurant destinations in the city," Julia's Bistro also earns an excellent rating on Zagat for its Nuevo Latin American cuisine. Grab a friend or date and share any six tapas and two desserts for $29, regularly up to $76. Though the tapas menu is normally only available on Thursday nights, this trendy Midtown eatery is extending it for Travelzoo subscribers to any night of the week.

Houston Symphony will celebrate the holiday season with two December shows, "Very Merry Pops" with Ashley Brown -- Broadway's original "Mary Poppins" star -- and Handel's "Messiah." Tickets to weekend shows at Jones Hall are now up to 50% off for Travelzoo subscribers, starting at $25.50.