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Vegan diets, like supermarkets looted by bodybuilders, do not contain meat, fish, poultry, dairy, or eggs. Enjoy lean, wholesome meals with this Groupon. $129 for a Seven-Day Vegan or Gluten-Free Vegan Starter Kit ($258 Value) Both the vegan starter kit and the gluten-free vegan starter kit sustain a week of eating with three gourmet, nutritionally balanced meals and one dessert per day delivered weekly. Examples of meals include vegetable paella with faux chicken and ginger thai salad, followed by desserts such as peanut-butter-chocolate-chip bars. Though Gobble Green sometimes features a discounted price online, this Groupon still offers the best deal available. Gobble Green The chefs at Gobble Green ship frozen, nutritionally complete vegan meals and meal packages to hungry households nationwide. The vegan starter kit supplies a week's worth of meatless, dairy-free cuisine, such as vegetable paella with “chicken,” fettuccine alfredo with veggies, and pumpkin oatmeal. Full-scale meal plans include the Couples Dinner is Served basic bundle, fueling duos with their choice of up to 56 dinners and/or lunches within a month's time. The Fit For Life platinum plan, offered in weekly doses and for individuals or couples, supplements three pre-planned meals and a daily dessert with unlimited access to a Gobble Green nutritionist, as well as to an online virtual fitness page to keep tabs on goals and progress. Each box in a Gobble Green delivery is packed with dry ice in an environmentally friendly container. Meals are labeled with their ingredients, nutritional value, and favorite Led Zeppelin song.

If technological trends persist, then our children's grandchildren will one day have to explain to their grandchildren that photos were once flat, unscented, and not the property of Lord Zortro. Protect and serve your memories with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $29 for a standard photo-scanning package (a $95.90 total value) 500 standard 4"x6" photos scanned and converted to 300-dpi images on a DVD (a $60 value) One additional DVD with copies of all photos (a $19.95 value) Return shipping and handling (a $15.95 value) $49 for a high-resolution photo-scanning package (a $156.80 total value) 500 standard 4"x6" photos scanned and converted to digital files on a DVD (a $60 value) 600-dpi upgrades for all 500 photos (a $35 value) Two additional DVDs with copies of all photos (a $25.90 value) One month of backup (a $19.95 value) Return shipping and handling (a $15.95 value) Customers ship up to 500 cherished memories to be transfigured into JPEGs. Upon receipt, technicians digitize the snapshots and then return both the original photos and the data DVDs. ScanMyPhotos.com ??ScanMyPhotos.com began in 1990 as a small retail photo center in Irvine, California, but thanks to innovations in Kodak photo-scanning technology soon blossomed into a national, online picture preserver. Lauded by Popular Photography as the "leader in digitizing prints" and mentioned in both the Washington Post and the Wall Street Journal, the company artfully converts printed memories into edit-ready, 300- or 600-dpi images conveniently stored on a data DVD. Technicians can also convert slides and negatives into digital files, restore timeworn photographs, and transfer VHS or 8mm to high-definition DVDs so that moms can preserve their child's first birthday party and dads can update the home videos where they reenacted episodes of Charlie's Angels.

Acupuncture uses tiny needles to redirect the body's energy, which is a better use for needles than sewing yourself into a sleeping bag forever. Feel better with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $40 for a one-hour acupuncture session with an herbal and acupuncture consultation (a $120 value) $75 for two one-hour acupuncture sessions with an herbal and acupuncture consultation (a $240 total value) Gao's Acupuncture & Herbal Therapy Center Using techniques that have been perfected over the past three millennia, licensed acupuncturists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners Zhongliang and Yi Gao combat ailments with natural healing. Their treatments include massage, traditional acupuncture, and cupping, an alternative form of acupuncture that eschews needles for manually suctioned cups. They also recommend teas or powder-filled capsules from their herbal stores to help cleanse toxins and espresso beans from bodily systems.

Some family heirlooms, such as jewelry and photographs, are enthusiastically accepted by younger generations, and others, including Grandpa's gallstone and Betamax copies of Ishtar, are not. Procure a pride-inspiring heirloom with this Groupon. $65 for a Personalized Alphabet-Photography Keepsake ($139.99 Value) Up to 14 black-and-white photographs representing the letters of your chosen word are framed in a half-inch black steel frame with a black mat and glass. You can also apply the value toward another frame style and pay the difference. A shipping charge of $15.95 to anywhere in the United States is not included in this Groupon. Orders shipped outside the United States will have extra handing charges. Sticks and Stones With pieces that have been featured on The Martha Stewart Show, hung in the White House, and chosen by Oprah to bestow upon Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes to celebrate their joint invention of the cotton gin, Sticks and Stones has made one-of-a-kind art ubiquitous. The company's master photographers have compiled a gallery of black-and-white art photographs depicting natural and structural images that represent each letter of the alphabet, which customers can peruse to craft a framed heirloom up to 14 letters long. Once finished, a panel of judges approves the message masterpiece, which, regardless of semiotic weight, gets framed and shipped. Lauded by numerous other celebrity and media outlets, these letter-based and individually tailored décor concoctions make ideal housewarming, wedding, and new-baby gifts.

Eyelids shield eyes from the danger of harsh UV rays and the scandal of seeing a dog without any clothes on. Further protect your pupils with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $50 for a complete eye exam and $125 toward prescription eyeglasses (a $250 value) $20 for $125 toward prescription eyeglasses Customers choose eyewear from a selection of styles by top manufacturers such as Nicole Miller ($189), Ray-Ban ($259), and Versace ($299). Though Clear Vision Express sometimes features a discounted price online, this Groupon still offers the best deal available. Clear Vision Express A full-service optical workshop, Clear Vision Express is powered by a team that can churn out new eyeglasses with eye-blink speed. Journeys toward clearer vision begin with eye exams with Dr. Anthony B. Kouchak. The 15-year veteran doc's specialties in LASIK eye-surgery referrals and hard-to-fit contact lenses are rivaled by his knack for perfectly fine-tuning prescriptions to eye irregularities such as astigmatisms and spontaneous eyelash brushfires. Post-exam, friendly employees serve as frame sherpas guiding customers through a gallery of 1,000 different eyewear styles by upmarket brands such as Nine West and Nicole Miller. Clear Vision Express boasts an onsite lab that enables optical fabricators to speedily marry frame to lens and present new specs to customers in as little as one hour.

There is now more writing available on the Internet than the sum of all books ever written by millions of monkeys at millions of typewriters. Gird yourself for the coming Reading Wars with today's Groupon: for $70, you get a speed-reading class from The Iris Organization (a $199 value). This Groupon may be redeemed for an online series of three audio courses and one video course. Iris equips its students with the power to read quickly and effectively, reducing molasses-slow reading habits to rubble and replacing them with a laser-like ability to consume and comprehend literature. With five hours of class online, students will learn drills to drum up the speed of their reading, creative note-taking tips, and ways to better retain knowledge gathered during reading. Different mediums of information conveyance will also be covered, such as technical materials, magazines, newspapers, and websites. Past students have reported reading up to five times faster as a result of Iris's instruction, leaving more time for hobbies such as carpet weaving or ship-in-a-bottle smashing.

Automobiles emit characteristic sounds when they require services, from pings that signal the need for higher-octane gasoline to sizzles that reveal that tires are parked atop a working hibachi. Bring engines to a trained auto whisperer with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $20 for a nonsynthetic oil-change package (up to a $122.75 total value) 19-point nonsynthetic oil change (up to a $29.95 value) Tire rotation (a $34.80 value) Brake inspection (a $34.80 value) Nitrogen conversion on four tires (a $23.20 value) $38 for a synthetic oil-change package (up to a $162.75 total value) 19-point synthetic oil change (up to a $69.95 value) Tire rotation (a $34.80 value) Brake inspection (a $34.80 value) Nitrogen conversion on four tires (a $23.20 value) Though Wiygul Automotive Clinic sometimes features a discounted price online, this Groupon still offers the best deal available. Wiygul Automotive Clinic The wrench-wielding virtuosos at Wiygul Automotive Clinic call upon more than 35 years of automotive experience to keep roadsters running smoothly with AAA-approved services. Steel ponies of all makes and models can roll into the shop’s service bays, where mechanics pore over parts to confirm safety and snuff out problems. Safety inspections and state emissions tests pinpoint fume outputs and confirm that seat belts and airbags adhere to safety standards established by Evel Knievel fan fiction. Technicians also repair engines, transmissions, and power steering; adjust heating and cooling systems; and encircle wheels with Dunlop and Goodyear tires. Wiygul Automotive Clinic doubles down on its work with 12-month/12,000-mile warranties on parts and labor, and shuttles drivers home and back during their cars' appointments.

In the 1930s, the U.S. government issued a hobby to each citizen to keep them entertained until NASA finished working out the bugs in kissing. Self-determine a new pastime with this Groupon. $59 for 10 Visits of Parkour, UrbanFit, and Other Fitness Classes (Up to $160 Value) Choose between the Alexandria and Manassas locations; parkour classes teach participants to scale and dodge objects in a variety of urban environments, and UrbanFit fortifies muscles with beginner-friendly functional strength training. Buyers may also sample Other Movement classes during a visit, which range from break dancing to aerial acrobatics to Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Bring along loose-fitting clothes, athletic shoes, and a water bottle. See the schedule here. After redeeming the first class, Groupon holders are welcome to check out both locations. Urban Evolution The world is a playground, according to the stunt artists and gymnasts who helm Urban Evolution. At this CNN-featured gym, there are no treadmills or stationary bikes. Instead, dance-like movements and acrobatic leaps propel visitors toward apexes of fun and fitness. To ready physiques for such feats, ropes, trapezes, and gymnastics equipment facilitate body-weight exercises that build balance, flexibility, and coordination. Seasoned instructors oversee the training space, teaching students how to jump, climb, crawl, and tumble as safely as possible during movement-focused classes such as parkour free running, and aerial acrobatics. Kettlebells and other functional strength-training tools power UrbanFit conditioning workouts, which give participants the brawn to perform everyday tasks such as pushing lawnmowers, lifting grocery bags, and drawing sleighs filled with lazy reindeer. Members may practice their newfound skills during open-gym times, where they can rub elbows with break dancers, martial artists, and ninjas-in-training.

Establishing a regular exercise routine is a great way to show your body you care and is much less painful than swallowing a greeting card. Celebrate fitness with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $29 for 3 drop-in classes (a $75 value) $99 for 10 drop-in classes (a $250 value) Two area locations host a wide range of fun, exhilarating fitness classes including Ballet Fusion and Bollywood Dancing. Multiple pole-dancing options, such as Pole Dance Aerobics, tone bodies while teaching spins and tricks. See the schedule here. Jordin's Paradise Rania Jaziri has spent her entire career pirouetting on the intersection of performing arts and fitness. Born in Tunisia, her journey as a multitalented performer began with ballet lessons at the age of 6, achieving the poise, energy, and coordination that would later prove valuable in high-school basketball and swimming. After finishing college in Germany, Rania came to Washington, D.C., where her bubbly approach to teaching dance fitness and step-kickboxing attracted a dedicated following of hoofers and clown-punching bags. To meet the growing demand for her sweat-manufacturing expertise, she founded her own fitness center, Jordin's Paradise, which has since been deemed Washington D.C.'s Best Dance Company 2011 by Washington City Paper readers. Positive energy powers the adventurous curriculum of Jordin's Paradise, where exercisers march toward physical peaks during exhilarating, dance-infused fitness classes, such as Bikini Body Bootcamp, pole dancing, and Flash Mob Workshop. When Rania isn't helping guests get into better shape than a dodecahedron with rock-solid abs, she's focusing her efforts on local charities, such as Becky's Fund, which spreads domestic-violence awareness.

Before high heels and lacy underthings, a vixen was a fabled reindeer that flew a sleigh and posed part-time for tractor ads. Unleash your newly defined inner vixen with today's Groupon to Glamour Shots at Fair Oaks Mall. Choose between the following options: For $20, you get a boudoir pinup glamour session (a $99.95 value), which includes: An airbrush makeover and hairstyling Up to three wardrobe changes A 7"x5" framed, standard-color, two-image collage For $20, you get a $100 credit toward any other photo session or portrait purchase. Glamour Shots' expert image capturers lead each of their photo sessions, generously sharing ample directorial power with their subject. Professional photography offers experience and guidance, which means pictures won't have any elbows poking out of the corner of the frame. Guests can bring three enticing ensembles and communicate with the photographer so he or she can execute their alluring vision with ease. Featured faces are even welcome to bring props such as the newspaper featuring their victory at the Jam Recipe Throwdown. Clients should leave trusty airbrush kits at home, as a preshoot makeover is included in the package. After each session, proofs are immediately available, from which clients can choose two images for a dual-portrait collage printed on high-quality Kodak paper. Those uninterested in releasing their inner sex turtle can opt for $100 worth of nonboudoir photo sessions and printed portrait options, allowing buyers to create senior photos, family portraits, or fruit-bowl stills that will make a wonderful addition to any mantel, windowsill, or birthday cake. See the FAQ for information about scheduling, ordering, and clothing.

Long eyelashes have a number of uses, from giving butterfly kisses to shooing away actual butterflies who try to drink your eye juice. Make a heart flutter with this Groupon. $75 for One Box of Latisse ($150 Value) Latisse solution promotes the growth of darker, longer, thicker eyelashes in about 16 weeks. Liquid Facelift Centers Certified ophthalmologist Dr. Anouche M. Roberts of Liquid Facelift Centers combines surgical expertise with a passion for aesthetics. Her expert knowledge of the face aids her as she wards off signs of aging with dermal fillers and battles spider veins, unwanted hair, and stretch marks with lasers. An attention to detail and knack for all things artistic round out Dr. Roberts’ qualifications and explain her affinity for cross-stitching all of her patients’ post-op prescriptions rather than writing them.

Shoes are the foundation of any outfit, just as a pile of skeletons is the foundation for any lake house. Tread confidently with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $25 for $50 worth of shoes $49 for $100 worth of shoes Rocket Dog Vasha pumps ($39.99) and Spring Step women’s clogs ($66.49–$73.99) cushion feminine feet, and men’s options include Converse All Star high tops ($45-$75) and Kenneth Cole loafers ($89.99–$99). Xavier Dean Footwear Towering pumps, cushy athletic sneakers, and sophisticated oxfords populate Xavier Dean Footwear's inventory with styles from dozens of beloved brands. Casual and dressy designs from marquee names such as Jessica Simpson, Ralph Lauren, and Michael Antonio wait to fashionably embrace the feet of men, women, and kids. The store's helpful sales staff strives to keep its colossal shoe stash fresh and modern, regularly updating inventory with the current season's trends and future seasons' self-tying shoelaces.

Like classic Hollywood films, tennis matches are filled with multiple loves, sneaky backhanded moves, and tense, sweat-inducing court scenes. Add some drama to your day with this Groupon. Choose from Four Options $20 for two adult cardio-tennis classes from 1:30 p.m–2:30 p.m. on Saturday at Seven Locks Swim and Tennis Club (a $40 value) $20 for two adult cardio-tennis classes from 6–7 p.m. on Friday at Old Georgetown Swim and Tennis Club (a $40 value) $25 for one week of junior daytime summer tennis classes at Old Georgetown Swim and Tennis Club (a $50 value) $110 for one week of junior advanced-intermediate tennis training at Seven Locks (a $225 value) Junior daytime summer classes at Old Georgetown Swim and Tennis Club run from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for students 13 and older and from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. for students ages of 9–12. Junior advanced-intermediate training sessions at Seven Locks Swim and Tennis Club run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Click here to view course descriptions. Deodhar Tennis Academy On the shade-speckled hard courts of Carderock Springs Swim and Tennis Club, Seven Locks Swim and Tennis Club, and Old Georgetown Swim and Tennis Club—tennis director Nitin Deodhar and his team of professionals certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association work with adults and children during specially designed tennis classes and clinics. Nitin and his team lead students as young as four years old, and many of their racket-swinging scholars have achieved collegiate scholarships, national rankings, and sectional league championships. In addition to helping young students fine-tune their motor skills while developing a love of tennis balls rivaled only by golden retrievers, Deodhar Tennis Academy works with adult students. Specialized clinics and classes include cardio-tennis sessions filled with drills that attempt to keep heart rates up and early-bird clinics—which blend drills and point play to provide a more invigorating start to the day than swimming in a pool of iced espresso.

A resumé remains the most acceptable means of self-promotion, alongside having a hype man lead call-and-response chants about your GPA. Make an impression with this Groupon. $89 for a Career Mentoring Package ($298 Value) One-hour resumé-critique session via phone One-hour job-search strategy session via phone Job searchers begin by uploading their resumé and filling out a form on Blue Chip's website to match them with a mentor—ideally, one who works in their desired corner of the corporate world and shares their philosophies about building a mentoring relationship. Blue Chip contacts customers within 24 hours to recommend a mentor, and works with customers to make sure the match is a good fit. Once a match is made, a mentor will reach out to set up two sessions: the first to fine-tune the resumé, the second to map out a step-by-step job-search and networking plan. Blue Chip Career After several of his friends lost their jobs in the financial-services industry, Chris Carey saw how vulnerable even workers toward the top of the corporate ladder can be. He established Blue Chip Career to help support these employees, coordinating more than 150 mentors sourced from across the fields of investing, accounting, consulting, and start-ups to lead clients through the job-search process. Through services including resumé reviews and mock interviews, mentors and job searchers work in tandem to develop strategies for salary negotiation, getting a promotion, and tackling weaknesses such as poor time management or getting sucked into long gossip sessions with the water cooler.

Winning at paintball, like pinning down an octopus, requires teamwork and a shirt you don't mind getting dirty. Emerge victorious with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $45 for an all-day paintball outing for two (a $151 total value) $85 for an all-day paintball outing for four (a $302 total value) Outings include the following: All-day field fees per person (a $15 value) Gear rental per person—Tippman A-5 marker with response trigger, 200-round hopper, full facemask, barrel cover, and unlimited air (a $20 value) 500 paintballs for two (a $25 value) or 1000 paintballs for four (a $50 value) Pod pack per person (a $3 value) One transferable return pass valid for 30 days after the date of play per person (a $25 total value) WarPlay Paintball When they set about designing their year-round outdoor fields, WarPlay's founders—two Marine veterans who have played paintball for nearly 30 years— meticulously mapped out layouts that impacted strategy, which was something they felt most paintball fields lacked. They set up not only traditional woods-ball and speedball fields, but they also created their own hybrid fields that meld the quick pace of speedball with the more methodical play of woods ball. These course designs emphasize teamwork and heighten play because the fully automatic markers and density of cover—which may include concrete bunkers, standing timber, and out-of-work black holes—make the fields seem bigger than they are. This can lead to rapid swings in momentum and intense firefights—first contact usually happens within 50 seconds. To keep the action going, every field features spawn areas that let players return to games within five minutes of being hit.

Hair grows all over the body, which makes it nearly impossible to painlessly remove Band-Aids or emerge unscathed from a vat of honey. Remove your coat of hair with this Groupon. Choose from Four Options $12 for eyebrow and upper-lip wax (a $25 value) $25 for men’s back and shoulder wax (a $50 value) $29 for a Born Again Brazilian wax (a $60 value) $32 for half legs and bikini wax (a $65 value) Yalda Beauty Salon The stylists at Yalda Beauty Salon prep their clients for any event or outing with hair services, day and night makeup application, waxing treatments, and nail services. From an outpost nestled inside the Ballston Common Mall, the pros beautify clients with the help of popular salon product lines including Paul Mitchell, Matrix, and TIGI.

Three things can cause excess sweat: overheating, strenuous exertion, or nervousness about going for a run in a 100% wool bodysuit. Take care of the problem at the source with this Groupon. $999 for an Underarm-Perspiration-Reduction Treatment ($2,100 Value) During a 30-minute procedure, a sensitive staff of medical professionals helps patients overcome hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, by injecting 50 units of Botox or 150 units of Dysport under each arm to inhibit sweat production. Dysport and Botox may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening, including problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing. Read all safety considerations for Dysport and Botox first. Though Walker Plastic Surgery sometimes features a discounted price online, this Groupon still offers the best deal available. Walker Plastic Surgery When not volunteering for the Knock Out Abuse program or Luz del Sol, a charitable plastic-surgery organization, board-certified surgeon Dr. Rondi K. Walker tends to patients at her own Foxhall Square office. Her hands-on approach is evident during consultations and pre- and post-operative visits as she works directly with each patient and ensures they fully understand plastic surgery and its objectives before sprucing up exteriors with traditional cosmetic surgeries, such as rhinoplasty and tummy tucks. She also provides Ultherapy—a sound-wave-based aesthetic treatment that tightens and tones the skin without scuffing it—dermal fillers, sclerotherapy vein removal, and laser skin resurfacing, which sends miniature laser-powered zambonis rolling across faces to create a smoother appearance.

Professional carpet cleaning gives floors plush, full-bodied fibers without the hassle of lugging them to the salon or brushing them 100 times each night. Pamper rugs with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $49 for carpet cleaning for two rooms, up to 250 square feet per room (a $99 value) $75 for carpet cleaning for three rooms and a hallway, up to 250 square feet per room (a $154 value) Discount Carpet Care Discount Carpet Care’s certified technicians call on a combined 50 years of experience to transform dingy carpets. Before unleashing steam-cleaning equipment to dislodge dirt from clinging fibers, technicians move furniture in order to get at stains or show off for a grandma. Cleaned carpets are ready to be re-trod upon in two–three hours, and the crews can also work to fix flood damage with water-extraction equipment, an arsenal of Scotchgard sprays, and deodorizer.

Wines work best when properly paired: reds go with beef, whites go with fish, and champagnes go with cups made out of upturned party hats. Impersonate a sommelier with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $59 for 6 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines with free shipping (up to a $129 value) $99 for 12 bottles of red, white, or mixed wines with free shipping (up to a $243 value) Packages bundle 6 or 12 world-class wines into a single shipment stuffed with staff favorites such as the 2010 Anticato pinot grigio or the 2010 De'Cavalieri cabernet sauvignon. Each red or mixed pack contains 6 different wines, and the white pack holds 2–4 bottles each of a chardonnay, a pinot grigio, and a white blend. This deal is good for new, current, and previous Barclay's customers. Barclay's Wine Offering vintages from a host of regions and styles, Barclay's Wine breaks down the borders that separate winemakers from customers through home delivery of the world's top varietals. A staff of well-traveled oenophiles traverses the globe, distilling knowledge about superior vintages and the individuals who make them into an online database searchable by style, varietal, region, winery, or price range. Thorough online descriptions accompany each wine, revealing flavor notes, the growing conditions of the grapes, and anecdotes from the elderly raisins that helped to raise them, and many bottles are sold for less than $15. The site's team of behind-the-scenes wine guys prides itself on providing an outlet for producers to share their stories, philosophies, and experiences, as well as a resource that tasters can peruse to learn about each bottle they buy.

If humans are mostly made of water, and fish traditionally inhabit water, fish should naturally occur in the human body. Fix this gap in nature’s logic with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $15 for $30 worth of sushi and traditional Japanese fare, valid Saturday–Thursday $15 for $30 worth of sushi and traditional Japanese fare, valid on Friday The menu includes items such as a Nama roll with spicy white tuna and mango ($10.95), beef teriyaki ($13), and plum sherbet ($3.75). Hikaru Sushi At Hikaru Sushi, seasoned chefs mold the sea's freshest specimens into more than 70 types of maki and nigiri. In addition to constructing classic California rolls from crab sticks and cucumbers, they whisk taste buds to the frontier of the sushi realm with colorful fruit maki and a deep-fried Virginia roll stuffed with asparagus, cream cheese, and yellowtail. The eponymous Hikaru bento box pairs a choice of five sushi rolls with hot teriyaki and an Asian amuse-bouche such as gyoza or shumai, and the Hikaru maki teams crispy shrimp tempura with a mayo that has more kick than a Rockette who took tae kwon do lessons as a child. To end the meal on a sweet note, guests can nibble desserts such as mango sherbet and tempura ice cream on the restaurant's outdoor patio.

A living room's walls can say a lot about their owner's true character, which is why most secret agents typically cover their walls in decorative muzzles. Find more subtle modes of decorative expression with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $49 for $150 worth of decorative wall murals $199 for $500 worth of decorative wall murals Room dwellers can brighten décor with a Great Smoky Mountains mural ($257.76+) or an antique world map ($186.16+ on vinyl; $227.76+ on SmartStick), or they can create their own personalized partitions ($100+). Murals Your Way Featured on Man Caves, Today, and regularly on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Murals Your Way festoons insecure walls with decorative confidence boosters. Customers can bring their spaces to life with more than 7,500 images, including cityscapes, famous artwork, or classic Disney scenes, or they can upload their own images for a personal accent. Each print comes in a variety of sizes and can be printed on canvas, vinyl, or SmartStick, which uses an innovative adhesive that lets customers reposition their coverings from wall to wall with ease, making it ideal for renters and fly-by-night snake-oil salesmen.

Like well-groomed humans, well-groomed dogs feel more confident and look more natural in a tuxedo. Spruce up your mutt with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $10 for self-service dog grooming at Paw Zen in Hyattsville (a $20 value) $25 for one full dog-grooming session at A Clip Above in Capitol Heights (up to a $60 value) $45 for two full dog-grooming sessions at A Clip Above in Capitol Heights (up to a $120 value) Technicians perform full-service grooming in Capitol Heights with full shampoo and dry, flea and tick dips, ear and teeth cleaning, and nail clipping. Alternatively, customers can opt to groom pooches themselves in Hyattsville using the store's selection of products and equipment. A Clip Above and Paw Zen The technicians at A Clip Above and sister location Paw Zen are to a dog’s fur what a professional tailor is to a Barbie’s gown. They thoroughly groom pooches by employing shears, flea and tick dips, and organic products. Throughout treatments, they reward pups with toys and treats. The self-service wash stations at Paw Zen are stocked with the pet owner's choice of shampoo, brushes, towels, and warm air dryer to use for their canines' baths. The Paw Zen location also features complimentary cable television and WiFi for customers.

Releasing sweat is an effective way to lower body temperature, as is taking a cold shower or swallowing an igloo. Keep your physique regulated with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $44 for one month of unlimited squash-court and gym use (an $89 value) $99 for three months of unlimited squash-court and gym use (a $267 value) In addition to access into the club's three international singles squash courts, members have their run of the facility's Life Fitness and Cybex strength-training equipment, as well as its rowers, ellipticals, treadmills, and cycles. Members can also bop into more than 30 group classes, including Zumba, Cardio Combat, and workouts led by certified physical therapist Jennifer Martin that stretch and strengthen backs and joints. After sweat-sessions, guests can grab their gear from private lockers, shower off, and build a fort out of complimentary towels. Chevy Chase Athletic Club For nearly 35 years, Chevy Chase Athletic Club has focused the energies of its diversified staff—made up of degreed exercise physiologists, certified trainers, and an onsite physical therapist—on crafting a supportive gym environment for patrons of all ages and abilities. Strength and cardio equipment welcome solo workouts with individual televisions, and personal trainers assist improvement by charting custom plans. More than 30 group exercise classes per week blend mainstream favorites, such as Zumba and boot camp, with fresh options such fit-ball dance, which pairs students with stability balls as they step to invigorating choreography.

There are few freedoms as liberating as being able to fly, which is why humans spent millennia inventing the airplane and why penguins are so very, very bitter. Exceed evolutionary shortcomings with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $109 for an up-to-30-minute paragliding flight for one (a $300 value) $198 for an up-to-30-minute paragliding flight for two (a $600 value) Soar to heights of up to 8,000 feet on the wings of a motor-powered paraglider with a nationally certified copilot. Before flights, all passengers undergo a safety briefing before launch at one of a few locations, such as Warrenton Air Field. Paramotor Tours Paramotor Tours sends adventurers skyward on the wings of motor-powered paragliders. Nationally certified pilots strictly adhere to FAA safety regulations as they strap in for tandem flights, lifting thrill-seekers to heights of up to 8,000 feet. To help ensure smooth takeoffs and landings, each glider boasts several safety features, including reserve parachutes, GPS navigation, and a pause button. Adventurers who wish to pilot their own glider can sign up for a solo-flying course, available on select days.

Spas make people feel like royalty without the hassle of shopping for scepters or posing for playing-card portraits. Enjoy regal treatments with this Groupon. Choose from Three Options $50 for a 50-minute Parisian facial (a $110 value) $90 for a resurfacing facial with microdermabrasion or a Parisian facial with glycolic peel (up to a $220 value) $99 for a 50-minute Parisian facial and a 20-minute microcurrent face-lift (a $230 value) An aesthetician begins each 50-minute Parisian facial with a skin analysis, followed by deep pore cleansing, exfoliation, and extractions as needed. A facial massage, custom mask, and sunscreen complete the service, which Qi Spa recommends for first-time spagoers. This treatment can be combined with a 20-minute microcurrent face-lift, which tightens facial muscles and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles. A resurfacing facial and microdermabrasion treatment also diminish fine lines and wrinkles in about an hour, though a series of treatments is recommended for optimal results. Qi Spa Decked out with private treatment rooms, Qi Spa courts clients with lavender towels, earnest mixtapes, and complimentary beverages such as green tea. The spa's cosmopolitan staff speaks nine languages as they practice the facility's philosophy of helping clients achieve balanced chi—an ancient feng shui principle pertaining to one's inner life force and energy—in each of its treatments. Treatment rooms accommodate massage, waxing, and body treatments, or, for romantic activities, the corporeal sanctuary accommodates couples with chocolate massages, mani-pedis, or facials.

Much like mountain ranges, fat deposits take years to form and can stand between you and the coast. Tighten your body's topography with this Groupon. $1,599 for One SmartLipo Treatment ($4,000 Value) SmartLipo shrinks stubborn bulges by melting fat and vacuuming it from the body. The doctor first numbs the skin with a local anesthetic, then makes a tiny incision and inserts a thin laser-loaded cannula. The radiant straw simultaneously liquefies lipids and whisks them away. Some patients must don a compression garment after the procedure, and downtime can last a couple days. This Groupon includes both a qualifying consultation and any required aftercare. Aphrodite Advanced Esthetic & Skin Care Clinic Dr. Anoush R. Sarraf and the staff at Aphrodite Advanced Esthetic & Skin Care Clinic resurface and reshape the body using laser technology. With the many settings of the Candela GentleMax workstation, they tackle cosmetic complaints such as spider veins, hyperpigmentation, and unwanted body hair. Brandishing the CO2 fractional laser, they deploy a fleet of microbeams to stimulate epidermal renewal. A gallery of before-and-after photos recounts the team's cosmetic successes better than the clinic's resident balladeer.

Breathing underwater, like eating fireworks, constructing a monument, and getting married, it should only be attempted if you're confident you can do it. Master maritime maneuvering with today's Groupon to SPE Dive School in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Choose between the following options: For $39, you get a Discover Scuba experience (a $90 value). For $215, you get a PADI Open Water Diver certification course (a $385 value). SPE Dive School's splash aficionados educate students on fin-flapping basics during scuba-diving and certification classes. Seasoned instructors unveil the secrets behind underwater breathing and surviving swirlies during Discover Scuba, which demonstrates how to safely operate scuba equipment and leads students into a shallow pool to practice learned concepts. Fledgling divers in route to a PADI Open Water Diver certification undergo a three-part process consisting of a written exam, a pool test, and completion of four open water checkout dives. SPE's lectures and diving lessons held in heated pools give gill-less guests the skills, confidence, and knowledge to swim safely without harming coral reefs or chandeliers from the Titanic.

Games of miniature golf can awaken old family memories, from the time Grandma hit a hole in one to the summer when Dad tried to power the house with a build-it-yourself windmill. Putt your way down memory lane with this Groupon to Monster Mini Golf in Jessup. Choose between the following options: For $16, you get four passes to black-light mini golf (a $32 value). For $30, you get eight passes to black-light mini golf (a $64 value). The phosphorescent, indoor landscape at Monster Mini Golf immerses putters in an eerie universe that inverts the sun-soaked cheer of conventional courses. Rimmed in glowing green barriers, 18 holes lure swingers of all sizes to challenge their coordination and resolve in the face of winged monsters, scowling animated trees, a creepy clown, and their opponents' shockingly dazzling smiles. Sheltered from searing rain and howling wind, the indoor course enables play around hazards such as a spell well and luminous, ghostly windmill at any time of the year. An in-house radio station and DJ mask the sound of pounding hearts with lively beats and course commentary to the tune of Baa, Baa, Black Sheep, and golfers looking for additional glory can win prizes by participating in regular contests or at the on-site arcade (arcade games not covered by this Groupon). Though Monster Mini Golf offers special discounts on some days, this Groupon still represents the best possible deal.

Framing is a reliable way to make family portraits appear more dignified without the hassle of drawing a monocle on the dog. Class things up with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $49 for $200 worth of framing and restoration services Costs vary based on what's being framed Frames range from $20/foot to $220/foot 8"x10” print with regular glass and no mat starts at about $123 $89 for 11”x14” diploma framing (a $260 value) Black, brown, cherry, or gold wood Two mats in any color Dry mounting This deal is valid at three locations in Alexandria and Lake Ridge. Alexandria Art and Framing For more than two decades, Art and Framing's knowledgeable staffers have meticulously enveloped and conserved images with expert framing services that transform personal memorabilia into elegant artwork. Elegant rectangles line store walls in an array of shapes, colors, and styles—including gold frames with antique appearances and stained wood etched with ornate motifs. Art and Framing's artisan picture enhancers put their passion into practice to beautify each image with mat boards, mouldings (from such brands as Larson-Juhl and Roma Moulding), and box frames, a specialty of the frame shop. From valuable baseball cards to blue ribbons from hot-dog-eating contests to poster-size family portraits, any piece of artwork can be skillfully encased before proudly displayed.

Americans like photographs because they provide evidence that cats sometimes drive trucks on rural roadways. Celebrate the photograph with this Groupon. Choose from Four Options $45 for a daytime photo safari for one (a $100 value) $60 for a sunset photo safari for one (a $130 value) $85 for a daytime photo safari for two (a $200 value) $115 for a sunset photo safari for two (a $260 value) Photo safaris begin with a 30-minute training session in which pupils learn proper camera operation, lighting techniques, and composition. Afterward, groups of 12–15 practice their newly-attained skills as they walk by sites such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, or the Women’s Memorial. A tripod or monopod is recommended for sunset safaris. Professional Image Photography John Drew founded Professional Image Photography, a full-service company that produces 100% digital images. He and his team honed their craft with highly recognizable clients, shooting images at the White House and the ITSMF Black-Tie Gala Awards. They nab photographs for weddings, corporate clients, headshots, and publicity, among other uses, and employ green initiatives that include internet FTP delivery and avoiding paper forms. Additionally, their photography workshops and safaris allow learners to explore D.C. landmarks and politicians' garages while mastering their own cameras.

Artists always want muses without realizing they are a big responsibility, demanding regular walks, a ticket to every sunset, and smoothies made of old pastels and greek yogurt. Cultivate creativity an easier way with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $25 for a three-hour adult painting class with wine at the Penn Ave location (a $55 value) $25 for the three-hour adult painting class at the Chantilly location (a $55 value). Wine is not included in the Chantilly option. Professional artists guide painting classes with predestined templates, and adult artists are fueled by a complimentary glass of wine, with the option to purchase more at the onsite cash bar. This deal is only valid for classes valued at $55. Art By The Glazz Supplying all materials, Art By The Glazz's artist-led painting sessions kindle brush-wielding talents during three-hour classes held on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. New artists capture shapes and shadows inspired by a number of pastoral- or wine-themed templates, with step-by-step instruction from pigment professionals. One complimentary glass of wine emboldens the pigment-shy, and those with a thirst for more can visit an onsite cash bar. Aprons protect against stray paint, wine drops, and the tears of fruit trapped in a beautiful but airless eternal present, although Art By The Glazz recommends wearing old clothes. Finished masterpieces chaperone each artist home, ready to be mounted on a wall or hung from the dining-room chandelier. The company also hosts corporate team-building events, small groups, and birthday parties, giving guests an enjoyable ice-breaking activity.

Injera bread is flat, just like the earth before Columbus's discovery of the bike pump. Fill up with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $10 for $20 worth of Ethiopian fare and drinks $15 for $30 worth of Ethiopian fare and drinks for parties of four or more The menu includes a sambusa pastry starter with fried beef and jalapeños ($2.50) and entrees such as simmered lamb siksilosh with awaze, garlic, and ginger ($12.25), yasa kitfo with tuna, hot pepper, butter, and a choice of two veggies ($12), and vegetarian gomen—collard greens with peppers and onions ($9.10). Addis Ababa Restaurant Chefs at Addis Ababa Restaurant have been piling injera flatbread with authentic Ethiopian stews since 1982. During a daily lunch buffet, aromas of butter-sautéed lamb and collard greens mingle with East African décor such as goat-skin rugs and handcrafted basket tables, which "make for a stylish setting," according to the Washingtonian's 2004 guide to "Dining Out in Silver Spring.". At dinner, servers carry combination platters on large round trays lined with pepper- and ginger-seasoned chicken and tender minced meat cooked to diners' specifications. After sipping an Ethiopian honey wine at the first-floor bar, guests can head up to the rooftop patio where staffers gather clouds to make into fluffy baklava crusts.

Like the three branches of government, bodies, minds, and souls often find themselves in contentious disagreement over how much wine is too much wine in a voting booth. Reconcile triune tribunals with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $59 for one organic acne, pigmentation, or anti-aging skin treatment (a $120 value) $109 for a choice of two of the above facials (a $240 value) The acne facial purifies complexions with a probiotic cleanser laced with cucumber and tea-tree oil, followed by a probiotic mask and probiotic moisturizer to help unclog pores and reduce inflammation. The anti-aging facial clears pores with an antioxidant-filled acai-berry cleanser, then coats faces in a vitamin and antioxidant mask. Berry moisturizer and hyaluronic acid help combat fine lines and wrinkles for smooth and youthful complexions. Whole Health Medical Center Whole Health Medical Center's team of recognized doctors harnesses natural and organic products to help patients feel better, relax, and lose weight. Developed centuries ago, Chinese and natural medical treatments—including acupuncture, cupping, and moxibustion—can treat ailments ranging from asthma to diarrhea to urinary-tract infections. Conversely, the staff also treats patients with today's most modern procedures, such as laser skin-fat reduction and anti-aging Botox injections. Pairing Old-World practices with New-World technologies, Whole Health Medical Center is well equipped to treat modern-day patients and time-traveling swashbucklers.

Biologists estimate that water makes up 65% of the human body, 71% of the planet's surface, and 0% of the R & B group Earth, Wind & Fire. Conquer the planet’s most prevalent liquid with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $62 for a three-hour standup paddle fundamentals class for one (a $125 value) $120 for a for a three-hour standup paddle fundamentals class for two (a $250 value) The team of experienced instructors share their knowledge of standup paddleboarding during three-hour courses. Small groups of up to five pupils will learn how to propel and maneuver the board around the scenic Wildwater area of the C&O canal. During the course, instructors cover various stances and techniques. A board, paddle, and personal flotation device are included. Potomac Paddlesports At Potomac Paddlesports, the first professional kayak school to be endorsed by the American Canoe Association, the team of American Canoe Association– and British Canoe Union–certified instructors patiently lead students through a methodical progression of flat-water paddling skills. The classes cover a variety of watersports, including whitewater rafting, river and sea kayaking, and standup paddling. The small-group classes are designed to keep students engaged, and longer trips down the Potomac challenge their skills with powerful rapids surrounded by lush scenery interspersed with rare glimpses of bears putting on their bear suits. Outside of class, students can bond with fellow paddlers during weekly sushi meals and occasional movie nights. Further demonstrating their dedication to bodies of water, Potomac Paddlesports works to preserve the nation’s rivers, estuaries, and oceans, sharing this passion with its members through advocacy and donations to conservation programs.

Though most acknowledge the need for speed while eating ice cream on the equator, Americans continue to depend on slow modes of transportation such as rickshaws and turtle skates. Rev up for real speed with today's Groupon from SpeedTech Auto Racing School at the Richmond International Raceway. Choose between the following options: For $169, you get an 8-lap Rookie Rush driving experience in a stock car (a $369 value). For $296, you get a 16-lap Rookie Rush driving experience in a stock car (a $738 value). SpeedTech Auto Racing School's Rookie Rush program lets velocity cravers feast on fast-blowing air, appropriately seasoned with the rules of the road. The driving experience starts with detailed classroom instruction, during which a veteran driver imparts racing basics to students before taking them on a tour of the track in a van, demonstrating how to navigate the concrete sea without ruffling their eyebrows. Then racers hop into the driver's seat, donning flame-resistant suits and Snell-certified helmets for adrenaline-brewing laps in a stock car as an instructor rides shotgun, offering tips and hand-fed marshmallows along the way. The Richmond track is a 60-foot-wide, 3/4-mile loop featuring a front stretch of 890 feet and back straightaway of 860 feet, with 14-degree banking turns around a D-shaped oval course. Former professional driver and expert instructor Randy Baker and his team have been guiding drivers toward greatness for more than 20 years; past pupils include Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Jeff and Ward Burton, Danny Sullivan, and the mysterious Racer X. SpeedTech combines a fleet of super-speedy rides—authentic, metal-bodied vehicles boasting 650-horsepower V-8 engines—with a serious emphasis on safety. Check out SpeedTech's race-program schedule for upcoming dates.

Bistros are remarkable in that they somehow manage to be both fancy and casual at the same time, much like a necktie with Taz on it. Feel gussied up without too much fuss with this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $25 for $50 worth of bistro fare for parties of two $39 for $80 worth of bistro fare for parties of four Nuovo’s menu features lemony Tuscan-style tilapia with capers ($16), pineapple-fried rice with shrimp ($14), and veal chops in a marsala-wine reduction ($19). Nuovo Nuovo peppers its heavy Mediterranean influence––evidenced from the menu to the decor––with a delicious nod to pan-Asian cuisine. Italian and Spanish dishes explore the flavors of land and sea with lemon risotto and slow-roasted veal or lightly fried shrimp, scallops, squid, and salmon. A library of Asian entrees, meanwhile, chronicles favorites such as pad thai and deep-fried pork, as well as lesser-known dishes such as Korean bibimbap––a rice bowl with steamed veggies, egg, beef, and sauces such as spicy peanut or red pepper. Across one of Nuovo's walls, monochrome depictions of Italian and Spanish landmarks inspire Old-World flashbacks. On the opposite side a bar hosts flat-screen TVs above an honor guard of bottles. Red-cushioned high seats face a broad line of picture windows, and a pool table engenders healthy competition beside a long squishy couch and a wall of paintings. Diners can also hone their dance steps or help spoons realize their passion for forks with the aid of live music on Friday and flamenco on Saturday.

The tooth fairy still rewards adults who keep their teeth nice, leaving grown-up gifts, such as issues of the Economist and Pontiac Azteks, under their pillows. Grin and win with today's Groupon: for $149, you get a Zoom whitening treatment at Reston Town Center Dental in Reston (a $799 value). At Reston Town Center Dental, which is equipped with an onsite dental lab, Dr. Miamee strengthens smiles with general, orthodontic, and cosmetic services. Even coats of Zoom whitening gel are painted onto teeth, which bask in a special light. This results in teeth that are up to eight shades lighter and shine brighter than the sun's face after an embarrassing tumble out of orbit.