Local Deals for Orange County

Called "tasty" by the OC Register, Spike's Fish House serves fresh fish salads, sandwiches, wraps and more from its two locations in Laguna Niguel and Rancho Santa Margarita. Now, Travelzoo subscribers can visit either of these locations for a $20 lunch or dinner for two that regularly costs $40.

Pacific Waters Spa at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa "has always been a fave place to rejuvenate" and earned a spot on Riviera Orange County magazine's Best of O.C. 2013 beauty list. Visit this Mediterranean-inspired oasis, located within the AAA 4-Diamond resort, and relax with a massage or facial plus spa amenity and pool access for $79, regularly $150.

Tucked inside the AAA 4-Diamond Fairmont Newport Beach hotel, Amadeus Spa provides "top-notch facials, massage and body treatments," says Where LA Magazine. Visit this spa with an $89 package that includes two treatments, rooftop pool access, a fresh-fruit smoothie and valet, regularly $214 total.

Indulge in a fondue feast the OC Gazette calls "simply fabulous" at Simply Fondue in Mission Viejo, an OpenTable Diners' Choice winner for its romantic ambiance. With this $45 Local Deal, reserve a table for two, where you'll receive a four-course dinner and two martinis, regularly $106.

Named the Dana Point Times' Best Overall Restaurant the past four years, Brio Tuscany Grille has been praised by several other publications as well. Among them are AOL Travel, which says the Italian steakhouse's fare is "flavorful and colorful," and The Orange County Register, which says "the service is excellent." Experience this eatery firsthand with a five-course dinner for two and two Bellinis for $49, regularly $128.90.

Bistro 24 in Irvine -- the brainchild of award-winning OC caterers 24 Carrots -- opened last November and already has a 4-star rating on Yelp. The menu features California-style comfort food, and for $39, Travelzoo subscribers get a three-course dinner and cocktails for two at this polished eatery.

Two people can sail along the Newport Beach coast and toast to sunset views with this $32 deal for a 90-minute cruise that includes two drinks per person (wine, domestic beer, bubbly or nonalcoholic beverages) -- a package that's regularly $80. Or buy this package for one person for $17, regularly up to $40.

Watch the sun set as you sail along the Newport Beach coastline on a 90-minute cruise with Cruise Newport Beach. This $25 Local Deal, regularly $50 per person, also includes unlimited drinks (specialty cocktails, beer, wine, coffee and tea) for the journey, as well as complimentary chips and salsa, and unbeatable views.

On Saturday, Feb. 25, Orange County Restaurant Week kicks off with a red-carpet launch event from 4-7 p.m. Travelzoo subscribers have an exclusive opportunity to attend this celebration for $15 per person instead of the regular price of $35.

Every winter, pods of gray whales make the journey south from the Arctic to the warm waters along SoCal's coastline. Catch the majestic mammals in their peak migratory season (now through May) with this excursion that leaves from Newport Beach and travels 15 miles into the Pacific.

Take flight over the expansive California coastline with a hands-on introductory flight lesson including 60 minutes of airtime from the Orange County Flight Center. For $99, sit side-by-side with the pilot and experience all aspects of flying 2,000 feet high, regularly $217.

"Desert Hot Springs' famous hot mineral waters, thought by some to have curative powers, bubble up at temperatures of 90°F to 148°F," notes Fodor's. Retreat to a hotel where the invigorating waters flow with an exclusively negotiated deal that saves more than 50%. This $99 one-night package for two at the Bella Monte Hot Springs Resort and Spa also includes a $50 massage credit and a bottle of wine.

Roam through vineyards and acres of rolling countryside in Temecula during a three- to four-hour chauffeured wine tour that includes tastings, lunch and a complimentary bottle for $69 per person, regularly $149.

On Saturday, Feb. 23, Orange County Restaurant Week kicks off with the second-annual launch event from 4-7 p.m. Travelzoo subscribers can attend this culinary celebration for $25 per person (reg. $50) and sample unlimited tastings of food and drinks from local restaurants.

The "Today" show said Club W's wine is "so delicious it must be guzzled," and our deal experts partnered with the club again to offer a private sale for California residents. For $39, receive six bottles of red and white wine from boutique vineyards that aren't commonly found in local stores. This deal drops the price of each bottle to only $6.50 (before tax and shipping.)

Soar 600 feet in the air above Long Beach's coastline while taking in views of the cityscape and horizon with this exclusive Local Deal. For $65, two people can embark on a tandem parasailing ride that would regularly cost $130.

From the pilot's seat of an F-16 fighter jet simulator, get a feel for air-to-air combat with this Local Deal at Flightdeck Flight Simulation Center, rated TripAdvisor's No. 1 attraction in Anaheim. This $29, 1.5-hour virtual flight (reg. $59) includes 45 minutes in the simulator doing aerial maneuvers at 600 knots and engaging in combat with missiles and guns.

The newly opened Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar in the Wyndham Orange County is already acclaimed by Riviera Magazine and CBS Los Angeles, which calls Executive Chef Robert Biebrich a "top LA chef." For $69, experience Chef Biebrich's seasonal California fare with a three-course dinner for two paired with two signature cocktails, regularly $152.

Voted Best Day Spa on the 2009 OC HotList and rated 4.5 stars on Citysearch, Amadeus Spa at the AAA 4-Diamond Fairmont Newport Beach hotel welcomes Travelzoo subscribers with a three-service package for $99. Regularly $222, this spa day include a massage, facial and peppermint hand and foot scrub, plus access to the spa amenities and hotel pool.

Perched on the water with a perfect 100% rating on Urbanspoon, Woody's Wharf -- a Newport Beach landmark since 1965 -- has been graced by stars like Cary Grant and Humphrey Bogart and was once owned by Chuck Norris. Visit the historic waterfront gem with this exclusive deal and get a seafood dinner for two for $25, regularly $50.

Gayot praises the "airy island vibe" and "tropical decor full of surf memorabilia" at Pete's Sunset Grille, located at the AAA 4-Diamond Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach. Two can hang out with any four cocktails and two appetizers for $29, a savings of more than 60%.

Posch Restaurant in Irvine is the newest creation of restauranteur and chef Jimmy Z, the man behind Forty Carrots, Garden Bistro and Jimmy Z Bar & Grill. It opened last May with a focus on contemporary French-Mediterranean cuisine, which Travelzoo subscribers can try for themselves with this exclusive Local Deal. For $49, regularly $104, get a three-course dinner for two and wine at this very posh eatery.

Travelzoo subscribers can hit the rink this holiday season with admission to any public ice skating session at KHS Ice Arena in Anaheim. For $10, two people can skate with this deal that includes skate rentals, regularly $26. Make it a group outing and save more; four people can skate with rentals for $19, regularly $52.

It's currently the time of year when blue whales make their way into the waters off the coast of SoCal, and now Travelzoo subscribers can sail out on the open sea during a 2.5-hour whale-watching tour from Newport Landing. For $15 per person, get a boarding pass and drink to sip while gazing out at the rolling waves and wildlife. This experience regularly costs $36.

Taverna Blu is a lively Greek eatery liked by 90% of Urbanspoon users and praised by Yelp reviewers for its authentic food and bright, modern decor, like the "blue tile and blue umbrellas out front to represent the waters of the Mediterranean" (Gayot). This local gem is offering subscribers lunch or dinner for two with drinks for $20, regularly $40, at either the Carmel Valley or Irvine location.

Owner and executive chef of Costa Mesa's top-rated organic eatery 118 Degrees, Jenny Ross is a health food pioneer and cookbook author with a product line sold at stores nationwide. With this exclusive deal, Travelzoo subscribers can take any two-hour cooking class with the chef for $35 per person, regularly $70, and learn how to prepare healthy meals in the new year.

Our Deal Experts and Lux Salon Spa in Fullerton, an Aveda Salon and Spa with a 4.5-star rating on Yelp, have created an exclusive Local Deal just in time for Mother's Day. For $39, choose either a 60-minute signature massage with hot stones or a 60-minute signature facial with eye treatment -- both packages regularly cost $105.

OC Wine Mart & Tasting Bar is home to Orange County's first Enomatic, self-serve wine bar and makes Gayot's list of Top 10 Wine Bars in the OC area for 2012. For $20, receive a wine-tasting card that covers up to 30 tastings from the self-serve tasting machine, plus gourmet chocolate truffles and French macarons, a package that's regularly $40.

Located on the PCH, Laguna Beach's Mosun Japanese Restaurant is known for its hip atmosphere and extensive selection of authentic Japanese fare. For $40, Travelzoo subscribers can order $80 worth of items on the food menu, as well as sip a free large bottle of hot sake or two sodas.

Taste gourmet street food inspired by more than 10 cities from around the globe with this Local Deal at K'ya Street Fare in the Hotel Menage in Anaheim. For $35, choose any four plates -- selected from an extensive menu that divides the fare by city -- as well as two cocktails and two desserts. This dinner for two would regularly cost $72.

Experience the thrill of soaring 800 feet above the Pacific Ocean and get breathtaking views of Catalina Island with this Travelzoo Local Deal. For $65, two people take off on a parasailing adventure with Catalina Parasail, regularly $130.

Just in time for Mother's Day, Travelzoo subscribers can visit Mandara Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, a AAA 4-Diamond hotel, with an exclusive Local Deal: Choose up to $200 worth of any spa services for $99 and get access to the amenities.

For $20, dine like royalty at Costa Mesa's The Queen's Bakery Café with $40 to spend on any food and drinks at the eatery, including lunch, holiday baked goods, afternoon tea and other sweet treats.

Embark at sunrise and see Temecula from 2,000 feet in the air with this exclusive Travelzoo deal. Experience Uncorked Tours' sunrise balloon tour over wine country for just $89 per person, regularly $179.

Nestled among the rolling vineyards of Temecula, the Inn at Churon Winery is a charming bed-and-breakfast reminiscent of a romantic French chateau. This two-night, $249 package for two offers a wine-region vacation at 60% off, plus it includes Friday nights (when guests check in on a Thursday).

Fountain Valley's Bella Vi Mind Body Spa has a 4-star rating on Yelp for its spa services and yoga sessions. Our deal experts combined these two areas of expertise into one Local Deal exclusively for Travelzoo subscribers. For $59 per person, get a three-hour package that includes a massage, facial and yoga class.

Hop from vineyard to vineyard on Brewen's Empire Trolley in Temecula Valley while learning about the art of wine-making. With this exclusive Local Deal, subscribers can take a guided five-hour trolley tour to four wineries of guests' choosing, which includes six to nine wine tastings per stop plus a catered lunch and souvenir wine glass for $59, regularly $119.

This summer, Travelzoo subscribers can spend a day at the zoo for $17 for two, regularly $34.50. This Local Deal is good for two adult admissions any day of the week to The Living Desert zoo and gardens in Palm Desert, rated 4.5 out of 5 stars on both Yelp and TripAdvisor, which names it one of the top attractions in the area.

Open since 1948, El Adobe de Capistrano is considered "one of San Juan's most historic restaurants" by the Orange County Register, and it earns 4-star ratings from TripAdvisor. Now Travelzoo subscribers can take a seat in the legendary dining room and choose from three exclusive dining options.

One of TripAdvisor's top three activities in Temecula, Leoness Cellars also earns rave reviews from more than 250 Yelp users, who award the winery a 4-star rating. Subscribers can tour the winery and taste the wines with cheese and chocolate pairings for $35 per person, regularly $75.

Opened last summer in Dana Point's Monarch Bay Plaza, Besame Mexican Grill has been featured in DiningOut magazine for its modern Mexican cuisine and received a 95% positive feedback rating from Travelzoo subscribers who've dined there with this offer. For $29, two can enjoy lunch or dinner with margaritas, regularly $72.

Feel the breeze in your hair, a drink in your hand and the motions of the ocean with this warm weather Local Deal for an electric boat cruise in Newport Bay. With this deal, bring up to eight others on the 90-minute cruise, plus get a fruit and cheese platter for just $69 a boat, regularly $155.

Nestled in Irvine's posh Quail Hill, Crystal Jade Asian Fine Dining was one of Haute Living magazine's top five Chinese restaurants in O.C., and the magazine raves "a visit to this extensive menu will have you back again and again." This Local Deal for a $35 Chinese dinner for two with cocktails would regularly cost up to $76.

For $29 per person (regularly $90), Travelzoo subscribers can head to Oak Mountain Winery in Temecula for a vino experience that includes a wine-tasting class, six tastings, and gourmet cheese and chocolate pairings.

Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails in Irvine is rated one of Zagat's best Mediterranean restaurants in LA for its "creative, organic-leaning" menu and "very good to excellent" food (22) and decor (24). Discover the exotic cuisine with a four-course dinner for two plus drinks at this Orange County favorite for $69, regularly $150.

Walk in the footsteps of Bogart and Bacall at the glamorous Balboa Bay Club & Resort in Newport Beach. Originally opened in 1948 as a private beach club, the now AAA 4-Diamond resort "retains late '40s charm but with many modern day amenities" (Frommer's).

Travelzoo subscribers save $121 on the regular price of a 2.5-hour Temecula wine country experience at Cougar Vineyard & Winery, rated 4 out of 5 stars on Yelp. For $29 per person, this deal includes a wine class, tastings of eight vintages and complimentary appetizers, regularly $150 ($60 an hour).

Orange Coast Magazine named Irvine's LUCCA one of the Top 10 Restaurants in OC for 2010 and 2011, and the OC Register calls Chef Cathy Pavlos' dishes "Italian comfort food at its best." Travelzoo subscribers can savor a four-course dinner for two with Bellinis created by Chef Cathy Pavlos for $65.

Experience one of SpaFinder's 2011 Readers' Choice ten "Favorite Day Spas" in the country -- announced just this week -- with this exclusive Travelzoo Local Deal at Spa Gregorie's in Rancho Santa Margarita. The spa's popular Sole Sacrifice treatment -- an hourlong choice massage with botanical foot scrub -- is $55, regularly $110.

Retreat to a AAA 4-Diamond Southern California hotel reminiscent of a European countryside inn at more than 45% off. This Travelzoo-negotiated deal to Westlake Village Inn is an ideal romantic escape for two including Valentine's Day and weekends.