Local Deals for San Francisco Bay Area

Save 50% on tickets to see the world-renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra at Hertz Hall in Berkeley. With this exclusive offer, all tickets are $26, regularly $52.

Ballet San Jose presents "Neoclassical Masters," which combines beautiful dance with classical music performed by Symphony Silicon Valley and special guest violinist Rachel Lee -- award winner and protege of Itzhak Perlman. Save up to 50% on tickets to shows in March.

Cocoon Urban Day Spa earns a 4-star average rating from more than 340 Yelp reviewers, and Travelzoo subscribers give this SoMa spa a 100% overall positive rating. With this exclusive Local Deal, visit this chic day spa for an hourlong massage and a mani/pedi for $95, regularly $202.

Sneak away to picturesque Sausalito with a getaway for two at the Michelin Guide-recommended Casa Madrona. Perched on a hill overlooking the bay, the hotel completed a multimillion-dollar facelift in 2012. This exclusive $189 deal slashes 50% off current rates.

Sip and savor wines from Sonoma -- one of the most renowned wine regions in the world -- with this exclusive offer for tastings at six top vineyards in the area. Travelzoo subscribers can save 80% on passes to taste some of the best of the best.

After receiving rave reviews last season, "Onegin" by the San Francisco Ballet returns to the War Memorial Opera House this month, and Travelzoo subscribers can save up to 40% on tickets.

Le Bateau Ivre is chock full of charm thanks to its quaint setting in an original French-style house from the late 1800s. Exposed brick, an open fireplace and backyard patio lend this neighborhood gem an intimate atmosphere. For $39, reg. $78.50, two can have dinner at this "beloved" Berkeley restaurant (Berkeley Daily Planet).

For $75 per person, regularly $165, Travelzoo subscribers can embark on an exclusive four-hour urban winery tour from San Francisco Winery Cruise. On this trip, taste varietals at three winery tasting rooms including The Winery SF, a CityVoter A-List Best Winery 2012 winner, and cruise through the bay with San Francisco Bay Boat Cruises, which earns 4-star ratings from Yelp reviewers.

Known for a sweet, small-town vibe and "comprised mostly of woodsy scenery and lovely byways," (Frommer's) Glen Ellen makes for a relaxing escape from busier Sonoma towns. Explore its charm -- and honor the the town's most famed resident -- with this exclusive 55%-off Travelzoo package at the Jack London Lodge.

Half Moon Bay Kayak Company earns a 4.5-star average rating from more than 100 Yelp users. With this exclusive Local Deal, two people can paddle around Pillar Point Harbor for an hour in a kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard for $25, regularly $50.

Take a 90-minute ride along the picturesque Mendocino coast, an area of Northern California The New York Times says is unique for its "profound natural beauty and fierce independence." For $32, regularly $50, this trip leaves from Ricochet Ridge Ranch, two miles north of downtown Fort Bragg.

The InterContinental San Francisco Hotel was named to three Gayot Top 10 lists: Top 10 SF Spa Hotels, Top 10 SF Hotels and Top 10 SF Sexy Hotels -- all for 2013. With this exclusive Local Deal, get two treatments at the sixth-floor I Spa, with access to all the amenities, for $99, regularly up to $190.

For $149, get behind the wheel of an exotic sports car and live out the dream of driving a Lamborghini or Ferrari at high speeds on a closed course. This thrilling experience from Imagine Lifestyles includes three laps around an autocross course at Candlestick Park and regularly costs $500 per driver.

The Golden State Warriors take on the New York Knicks on March 11, and subscribers can now get nearly 40% off the regular ticket price with added fees. There are no additional fees with this deal. 

Wellingtons Wine Bar in Sausalito earns a 4-star rating from more than 130 Yelp reviewers and boasts an overall 100% positive rating from previous Travelzoo customers. With this exclusive Local Deal, two people can visit this waterfront venue for two wine flights and a meat and cheese platter for $25, regularly $51.

Tangled rosebushes and abundant gardens surround MacCallum House Inn, a "perfect mix of Victorian charm and modern luxury," according to Fodor's. Travelzoo has exclusively negotiated two-night packages that knock more than 65% off regular rates. Escape for a two-night weekday stay for $269 or get away for a weekend for $309.

Travelzoo subscribers can get behind the wheel of a professional stock car with this deal from Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. For $124, accelerate down straightaways and take turns in a real race car like the one driven by Wallace, a racing legend who was recently inducted into the Hall of Fame. This two-hour "Qualifier" package at the Stockton 99 Speedway saves $125 on the regular price.

Unwind in Wine Country with a couples massage at the Applewood Inn, a charming 19-room inn sheltered by towering redwoods in Sonoma's Russian River Valley. For $189, regularly $325, this spa package includes a side-by-side Swedish massage, two glasses of bubbly and a cheese and fruit plate.

Frommer's calls Uva Trattoria & Bar in downtown Napa a "lively restaurant" and Zagat praises the "great free live music in the air" from nightly jazz bands. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can dine on Italian fare with wine for $39 and save $31.

The San Francisco Symphony has won some of the world’s most prestigious recording awards, including France's Grand Prix du Disque, Britain’s Gramophone Award and several Grammy awards. With this exclusive offer, Travelzoo subscribers can save 50% on tickets to four concerts in February, starting at $17.

Take advantage of the unseasonably warm temperatures this week and head to the American River for a white-water rafting adventure. For $75 per person, regularly $170, Travelzoo subscribers can embark on a full-day guided trip, including a barbecue lunch.

Travelzoo subscribers can visit Bliss Spa at the W San Francisco with an exclusive Local Deal: For $99, choose up to $200 worth of any spa services and get access to the luxe amenities.

"With false-fronted, Old West-style shops, 19th-century hotels, and unpretentious cafés lining Lincoln Avenue, the town's main drag, Calistoga has a slightly rough-and-tumble feel that's unique in the Napa Valley," says Fodor's.

Cal Performances presents "Oakland Folkharmonic & Teslim" in Berkeley. The lively, family-friendly shows feature music from the Middle East played on a variety of string instruments.

In a place where geothermal activity bursts and bubbles beneath the Earth's surface, the Roman Spa Hot Springs Resort in Calistoga invites Travelzoo guests to slow down and sink into serenity for more than 50% off.

Take harbor in the little crook in California's coastline that is Monterey Bay, once home to literary greats from John Steinbeck to Ed Ricketts and known for its diverse marine-life spotting. Sitting across the road from Del Monte Beach, Hotel 1110 offers an adults-only escape that trims 40% off regular prices.

Sneak away to the coastal village of Mendocino, which Sunset Magazine called the “Most Picturesque Town.” Take in the serenity of California wine country with this exclusive deal at Hill House Inn that saves more than 55% on regular rates.

Smuin Ballet is returning to the South Bay with its winter program, which features five entertaining ballets by world-renowned choreographers. Tickets are up to 50% off in Mountain View and Carmel, starting at $27, regularly $52-$55.

Yelp reviewers give Pure Organic Spa a 4.5-star rating, and Where San Francisco has featured the Union Square retreat in its pages. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can take their pick of the spa's packages, starting at $49 for an hourlong massage with wine -- a savings of $50.

Spend a day cross-country skiing on more than 400 acres of terrain in the Sierra Nevada mountains at the Resort at Squaw Creek in Lake Tahoe. With this exclusive Local Deal, get a day pass for $19 per person, saving more than 50% on the regular price.

More than 60 Yelp reviewers give a 4-star average rating to 3 Seasons Thai Bistro, praising the food quality as "delicious" and "fresh." For $29, regularly $54, two Travelzoo subscribers can feast upon dinner at this Oakland eatery that earns a 100% positive rating from Urbanspoon users.

The Spa at InterContinental The Clement Monterey welcomes Travelzoo subscribers with a three-treatment spa package just in time for Mother's Day. For $159, regularly $380, visit this oasis located in teh AAA 4-Diamond oceanfront hotel on Cannery Row and also receive a mimosa and amenity access.

Marked by award-winning wineries, a charming small-town vibe and giant redwood trees, the tucked-away Russian River wine region of Sonoma is an ideal spot for fresh air and relaxation. Head to the Inn at Occidental for $159 per night, a savings of more than 50% on current rates.

Plan ahead for a two-day white-water rafting and wine-tasting overnight adventure this spring or summer with Adventure Connection, which earns a 4-star average rating from more than 50 Yelp reviewers. For $189 per person, regularly $400, take this thrilling excursion that includes 11 miles of rafting down the American River and visits to El Dorado wineries.

For $17, a 50% savings on the regular price, receive a classic manicure and pedicure with a complimentary glass of wine at Flirt Nail Lounge in Oakland. Or, for $35, upgrade to the Flirt Therapy mani/pedi with extras at this vibrantly colored, princess-themed salon.

Dubbed a "food lover's paradise" by the San Francisco Chronicle, the restaurant at Applewood Inn was awarded a Michelin star in 2011 and 2012. The restaurant pays homage to locally sourced produce and is praised by Fodor's for its "creative California and Mediterranean-influenced cuisine."

At the AAA 4-Diamond Portola Hotel & Spa, Jacks Restaurant & Lounge is offering Travelzoo subscribers a dozen freshly shucked Fanny Bay oysters (or other seasonal varieties) and a bottle of Piper Sonoma Brut for $29, regularly $71. Jacks gets a 4-star rating from both OpenTable and TripAdvisor users.

Set amid sprawling vineyards, lavender fields and olive trees, The Sundance Inn in Paso Robles creates a serene retreat with spacious suites at nearly 60% off. For $249, two guests can take a midweek two-night escape to savor wine and indulge in R&R at this bed-and-breakfast. Weekend two-night stays cost $50 more.

Designed by PGA Tour pro Fred Couples and renowned architect Gene Bates, San Juan Oaks Golf Club in Hollister also receives a 4.5-star rating from Yelp reviewers. With this exclusive Local Deal, play a round any day of the week with cart rental and lunch for $59 per person, regularly $117. For $112, regularly $234, grab a partner and get this deal for two; or for $209, regularly $468, get a foursome together and save even more.

Nestled among alpine acres in the shadows of the Sierras and boasting lake views, the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino is "as good as Tahoe gets," says Travel + Leisure. Visit the AAA 4-Diamond resort's Stillwater Spa for a massage and facial plus lunch and sparkling wine for $189, regularly $345.

Vanity SpaSalon receives an impressive 4.5-star rating from SpaFinder users, who commend it for its soothing atmosphere and staff expertise. For $85, get a 60-minute massage and 60-minute facial for more than 60% off regular prices.

Frommer's calls Big Sur "a stretch of wilderness so overwhelmingly beautiful that it enchants everyone who visits." With this exclusive Local Deal for $169 per person (reg. $340), hike through Big Sur with Bay Area Expeditions, a company that earns a 5-star average rating from Yelp reviewers and boasts over 2,300 "likes" on Facebook.

Located near Union Square on Post Street, Spa J’Adore earns a 4-star rating from more than 240 Yelp reviewers. The treatments at this tranquil, 10th-floor retreat incorporate Asian and European healing principles. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can unwind with an hourlong massage for $45, a savings of 50% off the regular price.

Take in scenic views of Monterey Bay or the Diablo Range from the cockpit of a glider plane with this deal from Bay Area Glider Rides, which boasts a 100% safety record. For $119, normally $239, one or two people can take a 25-minute glider flight .

Soar above Napa Valley in a helicopter with this unique, exclusive Local Deal from Heloventure. For $249, up to three people can take a scenic 33-mile ride -- which comes to just $83 per person -- regularly $747.

The talented dancers of Ballet San Jose will perform the classic tale of "Don Quixote" next week, and tickets are up to 50% off with this exclusive offer.

Ripley's Entertainment has been in the business for almost a century, with 90 attractions in 10 countries, including nearly three dozen museum locations worldwide filled with assorted oddities, rare artifacts and bizarre exhibits. With this Local Deal, get admission to any of 16 Ripley's Believe It or Not Odditoriums for $10 per person; two can visit for $19.

Resting on the jagged cliffs that overlook the rocky Monterey Bay coastline is what Frommer's describes as "one of the best B&Bs in the area." Travelzoo negotiated an exclusive two-night deal at Martine Inn that knocks nearly 55% off regular rates. Arrive at this intimate inn by the sea for $299 Sundays-Wednesdays through June 26; add $40 for a weekend stay.

Visit A.C.T., one of San Francisco's most historic theaters, and see the world premiere play "Dead Metaphor." This offer saves up to 70% on tickets to February and March shows.

The New York Times says "there is much to admire" at The Walt Disney Family Museum in the Presidio, which pays "tribute to the man behind Mickey Mouse, Disney Studios and Disneyland" (Fodor's). Get half-off admission to the museum, rated 4.5 stars on Yelp and TripAdvisor, with this Local Deal for an all-day adult ticket for $10 (children can also use this ticket).