Local Deals for Philadelphia

Billy Idol is going on tour this summer, and this June he stops at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center. Tickets are 50% off to hear the legendary rocker perform hits including "White Wedding," "Rebel Yell" and "Eyes Without a Face."

For $23, half the regular price, Travelzoo subscribers can go on a four-hour deep sea fishing trip with The Starlight Fleet, which Yelp users rate 4 stars.

"Totem" by Cirque du Soleil opened in New York City earlier this year to rave reviews from The New York Times, Huffington Post and New York Post. The big top show's next stop is in June at Camden Waterfront near Philadelphia. Save on tickets to several shows with this exclusive offer.

Sip and savor wines from one of the country's oldest continually operating wineries with this exclusive offer for tastings, a tour and lunch. Zagat calls Renault Winery an "escape from everything modern and urban," and with this Local Deal, subscribers get wine tasting and lunch for two at this Egg Harbor gem for $24, regularly $48.

Located in the heart of Old City, National Geographic Traveler calls the Omni Hotel at Independence Park a “polished gem” with its attentive staff and “lush flower-filled lobby.” For $49, regularly $95, slip away to Balance Spa and Fitness Center with a massage or facial.

Indulge in a little Vegas glitz and glamour in Delaware when staying at the AAA 4-Diamond Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, Sundays-Thursdays through Sept. 25. This exclusively negotiated Travelzoo offer includes an overnight stay for two in a upgraded Trackview room for $159 per night plus a windfall of amenities -- all at a savings of more than 55% on regular pricing.

Kick back at an Atlantic City boardwalk hotel that Fodor's claims "could double as a set location for the TV hit Mad Men." With this exclusively negotiated package, Travelzoo subscribers save nearly 50% on midweek stays May 27 - Aug. 29 in The Chelsea's sleek, 20-story Luxe tower.

Head over to Splash Zone Water Park and beat the heat with this Local Deal in Wildwood, a town “situated on the ocean [and] known for its … summer activities” (USA Today). Travelzoo subscribers can gain admission to this family-friendly park for $19 per person or $69 for a group of four.

"The jewel of the Jersey shore," the seaside town of Cape May has for more than 200 years attracted everyone from families to presidents with its "impeccably restored inns and quaint vibe" (Frommer's). Travelzoo negotiated a deal that knocks more than 50% off current rates at one of the most popular -- and most historic -- hotels in town, Congress Hall.

Along the northern Jersey Shore, the upscale town of Spring Lake is a prime spot for a "sophisticated adult getaway" (per Frommer's). This exclusively negotiated, 40%-off escape includes daily continental breakfast for two and a $50 food and beverage credit.

This summer, Travelzoo subscribers can save 50% on whale-watching excursions with The Starlight Fleet of Wildwood Crest, N.J., which earns 4 stars from Yelp reviewers.

Called one of the Top Day Spas in Philadelphia by CBS Philly, Balance Health Center has welcomed guests to its location in Rittenhouse Square for more than a decade. For $59, regularly up to $170, Travelzoo subscribers can relax with an hourlong massage at this award-winning spa.

Named after the Philadelphia-set '80s flick "Trading Places," Winthorpe & Valentine at the AAA 4-Diamond Westin Philadelphia is a "breath of fresh air," according to the South Philly Review. For $65 (regularly $119), two can unwind over dinner and drinks at this downtown restaurant that Travelzoo subscribers have told us is "wonderful" and "excellent."

Crossing Vineyards boasts a collection of awards for its Bucks County wines -- including the 2013 Governor's Cup and a Jefferson Cup Medal of American Merit -- and was named the best winery in the area by The Courier Times readers. With this Local Deal for $55, regularly $116, four can visit this charming Washington Crossing winery for tastings and charcuterie.

Peel away from the summer crowds of the Poconos and vacation like a local at the Mountaintop Lodge at Lake Naomi -- which provides access to one of the Northeast's premier private clubs. This exclusive $119 getaway for two weekdays through October includes breakfast and a $40 credit -- at more than 40% off regular pricing.

Nestled among the idyllic Pocono Mountains, the golf course at Skytop Lodge garners a 4.5-star rating from Golf Digest. For half the regular price, Travelzoo subscribers can play 18 holes on this championship course.

USA Today says West Virginia is the place for white-water rafting, with "spectacular rapids" on the New River making it the "most popular" spot in the area. For $80 per person, Travelzoo subscribers can take an adrenaline-pumping rafting trip with River Expeditions, which boasts 4.5 stars from TripAdvisor users. Regularly $148, this adventure includes a full day of rafting with gear, meals and use of campsite.

This summer, head to the Jersey Shore area for something more than sand, sun and glittering casinos -- namely, wine tasting. With this exclusively negotiated 40%-off package, Travelzoo subscribers can stay on site at one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the country. Explore 31 acres of vineyards that TripAdvisor reviewers call “beautiful,” and get a wine tasting for two and a $40 dining credit.

Duel Piano Bar is a "fresh showstopper" complete with "interactive, sing-along" entertainment and "whimsical" cocktails, according to Drink Philly. For $29, regularly $54, two people can unwind with drinks while battling piano players recreate the crowd's favorite tunes.

Life slows down in Lancaster County, and "that's just the way the locals -- and visitors -- like it," says Frommer's. With this exclusive deal, Travelzoo subscribers can save more than 50% at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, which TripAdvisor reviewers praise for its fantastic location.

Recent Travelzoo readers praise Phoenix Salon & Spa calling it a "wonderful experience" with a "knowledgeable and courteous staff," and Yelp users give it a 4-star rating. For $79, regularly $205, relax with three hourlong services at this Mount Laurel spa owned by a husband and wife with a combined 30 years in the spa industry.

Soar over the southeastern Pennsylvania countryside with this Local Deal from U.S. Hot Air Balloon Team, rated 4.5 stars by TripAdvisor users. Take in sweeping views of Amish country and Chester County farmlands, the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay with an hourlong sunrise or sunset hot air balloon ride for $165 per person, regularly $299.

Discover Philadelphia's rich history with this offer for half off a guided walking tour with Philadelphia Urban Adventures, rated 5 stars by TripAdvisor users.

Take advantage of the return of warmer weather with this Local Deal for wine tastings at Blue Mountain Vineyards & Cellars, a 50-acre Lehigh Valley winery that earns a 4.5-star rating from TripAdvisor users. For $25 (reg. $50), two can take in the vineyard's inviting and romantic setting with this deal for a tour of the cellar and tastings of award-winning wine.

Spend a day paddling down the upper section of the Delaware River with this exclusive Local Deal from Reber River Trips. For $19, regularly $38, Travelzoo subscribers can spend the day rafting or kayaking in Barryville, 90 miles outside New York City.

Gain a new perspective on Philadelphia's historic sights with this deal for 1.5-hour weekday Segway tours for $29, regularly $60. These tours are available on Saturdays and Sundays for $35, regularly $70.

Bring out your inner child and let your imagination run wild as museum creatures come to life in Pennsylvania Ballet's "Carnival of the Animals." The show stampedes into Philadelphia this May, and the Philadelphia City Paper proclaims "there's one problem with Pennsylvania Ballet's utterly enchanting 'Carnival of the Animals': that it's not longer."

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' 143rd edition, "Built to Amaze," is a modern twist on circus classics: feats of strength, ability and courage. Take in the stunts with this Local Deal for up to 50% off tickets to performances in Hershey.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' 143rd edition, "Built to Amaze," is a modern twist on circus classics: feats of strength, ability and courage. Take in the stunts with this Local Deal for up to 40% off tickets to performances in Trenton.

Earning a flawless 5-star rating from TripAdvisor reviewers, Dark Star Pirate Cruises in Wildwood Crest takes lads and lasses on interactive pirate-themed adventures. This summer, two Travelzoo subscribers can set sail on a buccaneer cruise for $23 -- half the regular price.

For half the regular price, Travelzoo subscribers can head to Hershey Harrisburg Wine Country next month for the Sweet Sensations of May -- a seasonal event including wine tastings with sweets pairings at 11 vineyards.

Selected by Frommer's as one of the most romantic mountain getaways in North America, Pennsylvania's Poconos have drawn honeymooners and other romance-seekers since the 1940s. The heart-shaped hot tub, now an unofficial mascot for the region, originally debuted at Cove Haven Resort, where we've scored an exclusive discount that slashes current rates by 35%.

Deep in the rolling terrain of central Pennsylvania, the AAA 4-Diamond Nittany Lion Inn is offering an exclusive $189 deal, saving nearly 50% on current rates. This historic Colonial-style inn has hosted several notables -- including two presidents -- since it was built in 1931, and is a member of the Historic Hotels of America.

Taste is the exclusive tasting room for Sand Castle Winery, an independently owned vineyard on the Bucks County Wine Trail rated 4 stars on TripAdvisor and featured on CBS Philly. For $15 (regularly $30), two people can sip on a glass of wine each and share a cheese plate.

Health and fitness guru Jillian Michaels -- best known for her appearances on NBC's "The Biggest Loser" -- is hitting the road, and Travelzoo subscribers can see her live on stage with this offer for up to half off tickets to the one-night engagement in Philadelphia.

Be among the first to secure seats to "Menopause The Musical" at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center with this discounted presale. Tickets to the show, which has been running for more than a decade and seen by more than 10 million people worldwide, are more than 40% off for Travelzoo subscribers.

Enjoy a night of espionage at "Bond and Beyond" with the Philly Pops this weekend. Tickets are up to 50% off to hear music from from Bond films and screen hits as diverse as "Austin Powers," "Mission Impossible" and "The Pink Panther."

Called "the most fun and memorable 90 minutes you will have all year" by Entertainment Weekly, "Traces" combines traditional acrobatics with street elements like skateboarding and basketball. With this exclusive Local Deal, subscribers can save more than 35% on tickets to the one-night-only performance in Princeton.

"Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan & Jeff" is coming to Princeton for one night only. This New York Times Critics' Pick comedy condenses all seven "Harry Potter" books into 70 minutes. With this exclusive deal, subscribers can save up to 40% on tickets.

For $45 (regularly $90), two people can spend half a day deep sea fishing with Cape May Lady. Four-hour trips set sail three times daily from South Jersey Marina, and this deal includes everything you need for a day on the water: a fishing license, fishing rod, bait and tackle.

Nestled in the Pocono Mountains on the banks of Lake Teedyuskung, the Woodloch Resort beckons travelers with its pristine wilderness setting and long tradition of third- and fourth-generation guests. With this exclusive $149 package, Travelzoo subscribers save 40% on regular rates and receive accommodations in a lake-view room at the resort's main lodge, Woodloch Pines, plus breakfast for two, welcome cocktails and access to myriad activities.

Sneak away to Cape May as the spring sun glistens over award-winning beaches in the country’s first vacation resort destination. The Virginia Hotel & Cottages -- named one of the Top 45 Hotels in the Northeast by Conde Nast Traveler and featured on the 2013 Gold List -- is knocking 40% off current rates.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' "Fully Charged, Gold Edition" is a high-energy display of human athleticism and impressive animal feats. Take in the stunts with this Local Deal for 50% off tickets to the performance in Atlantic City.

The Philadelphia Wings are jockeying with the Toronto Rock lacrosse team for the first place spot in the National Lacrosse League's East Division. With this exclusive Local Deal, see these two teams go head-to-head for more than 50% off regular prices including fees.

This spring, escape to a picturesque Poconos hotel surrounded by cascading waterfalls and lush foliage. With an exclusive overnight deal for Travelzoo subscribers, check in at the Ledges Hotel in Hawley for $99 daily through May or Sundays-Thursdays in June.

Awarded 4 stars by TripAdvisor reviewers, the Cape May Whale Watcher has been introducing passengers to marine wildlife for more than 15 years. For $25, regularly $50, Travelzoo subscribers can embark on a three-hour whale- and dolphin-watching tour with this top-rated company.

Cape May is known as the "Queen of the Seaside Resorts," where Victorian manors and historic hotels of yesteryear paint the quiet streets. Set against this idyllic backdrop, the Carroll Villa, "an establishment as charming as the city it calls home" (per NBC), is offering an exclusive half-off deal that includes tastings at nearby wineries and breakfast at the highly praised on-site restaurant.