Worcester, MA Daily Deals & Local Savings

You need to know a lot about technology to design a website, because otherwise you might realize you've just been whispering blog posts into a broken food processor. Share your voice with the world with this Groupon.

The Deal

• $149 for an e-Careers web-design training package with 37 courses, including Dreamweaver CS4, Java, Photoshop CS4, and HTML5 (a $1,613 value)
• Click here to view a list of all 37 design courses, for further course information, click here.

The e-Careers web-design training package arms students with the know-how needed to build and maintain a professional website, use Photoshop to augment digital images, and create online animation. A collection of 37 web- and graphic-design courses with step-by-step instruction, including Adobe-approved CS5 and CS6 courseware, guide pupils through more than 500 hours of training on subjects such as PHP, Java, Dreamweaver, and Flash. Available on any computer with internet access and audio output, the in-depth courses range from 6 to 55 hours and move at the student’s own pace. No software is included with the training package, but it is not necessary to complete course. A customer support hotline gives learners added guidance and a second set of ears for practicing dramatic monologues.

Kickboxing is gaining popularity because of its high-energy sessions, full-body workout, and the rising threat of prizefighter-kangaroo encounters. Prepare your body for physical feats and marsupial feet with this Groupon.

Choose Between Two Options

• $30 for 4 kickboxing classes with a 40-minute personal-training session and a pair of boxing gloves (a $105 value)
• $50 for 10 kickboxing classes with a 40-minute personal-training session and a pair of boxing gloves (a $195 value)

Instructors guide glove-clad members through a high-energy regimen that culls moves from boxing and martial-arts-infused kickboxing. During each full-body workout, participants assault heavy bags with all four limbs, working arm, leg, buttock, and core muscles while expending calories and improving balance. Click here for each location's class schedule.

Like a good heart surgeon, a good IT professional monitors thousands of complex connections, acts fast to prevent crashes, and gets worried when the cables start leaking red stuff. Prepare for the worst with this Groupon.

$99 for a Complete Cisco Network Training Bundle ($3,295 Value)

The Complete Cisco Network Training Bundle includes five training courses designed to provide the skills needed for the CCNA and CCNP suite of certifications. Each bundle includes instructor-led training, hands-on exercises, multimedia presentations, and exam simulators.

It's important to keep recipes organized in a cookbook so they don't get mixed in with drafts of your screenplay. Stop Esmeralda from baking sugar cookies mid-monologue with this Groupon.

Choose from Three Options

• $19.99 for a lifetime membership to the family cookbook-creating software, with unlimited recipe uploads from unlimited contributors for no additional fee. (a $99.95 value)
• $49.99 for the above lifetime software membership (a $99.95 value) and 5 copies of your custom cookbook, stocked with up to 50 recipes and 10 color photos (a $186 value; a $285.95 total value). Unlimited recipes from unlimited contributors can be uploaded for an additional fee.
• $69.99 for the above lifetime software membership (a $99.95 value) and 10 copies of your custom cookbook (a $236.25 value; a $336.20 value). Unlimited recipes from unlimited contributors can be uploaded for an additional fee.

Users can customize their cookbooks by uploading personal photos and choosing from a selection of layouts, covers, and dividers. Families compile their recipes with the software, which works on Macs, PCs, and iPads.

Customers who purchase the lifetime membership option, priced at $19.99, can upload an unlimited amount of recipes from unlimited contributors for free. Final drafts can be printed at home, at FedEx Office, or exported straight to a Kindle or iPad.

Customers who purchase the above lifetime membership options, priced at $49.99 and $69.99, can add up to 50 recipes and 10 color photos, with additional recipes and photos available for an extra fee.

For more information, see the FAQs or peruse a sample cookbook.

Stately Historical Mansion in New England Countryside

The wallpaper inside The White House Inn was hand-painted nearly a century ago. In fact, much of the decor inside the Victorian-style mansion can make you feel like you've entered a time warp: it still has its original light fixtures, an old-fashioned servant-call system, and even a hidden staircase.

Built in 1915 as a summer home for a local lumber baron, the inn is set atop a rolling hill on 16 quiet acres in southern Vermont. Take a walk through its 1.5 acres of gardens, and you'll find stone terraces designed by English landscape architect John Hall.

Various New England period pieces adorn each of the inn’s guest rooms, which feature one or two queen beds or one king bed draped in elegant linens. Select rooms come equipped with a private terrace or balcony. Come morning, you can dig into a breakfast spread of omelets, pancakes, and more. Later risers can enjoy bloody Mary's and rhubarb mimosas during live music Sunday brunch.

Relaxation is king at The White House Inn: there's an indoor heated pool, a spa, and a steam room. Feel free to play billards, ping pong, and darts, or enjoy the view from an Adirondack rocking chair under a covered patio.

Black Dog Tavern offers a casual environment, cocktails, and a gorgeous view of the sunset, while the onsite restaurant has a more upscale feel. Chef Aaron Mitchell-Patrick crafts gourmet cuisine that can be enjoyed in the original Mahogany Dining Room or on the garden terrace around a fire pit.

Wilmington, Vermont: Charming Small Town in the Green Mountains near Lake Whitingham

A quaint town nestled in the mountains, Wilmington is classic Vermont: family farms set up roadside stands for selling produce, and vintage buildings host gallery displays by local artists. It’s also a haven for outdoor activities in the spring and summer. The nearby Mount Snow has more than 20 miles of trails coursing through Green Mountain National Forest—perfect for a peaceful hike or mountain-bike ride. You can also take a chairlift ride to the summit, which towers at 3,600 feet. A scenic drive from the inn is Lake Whitingham, also known as Harriman Reservoir. Stop by here for a boat cruise or to fish for walleye and pike.

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Seven-Day, All-Inclusive Vacation in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Included in all trip options:

• Round-trip airfare from ATL, BNA, BOS, BWI, CVG, JFK, MSY, or ORD
• Six nights of accommodations at Natura Park Beach Eco Resort & Spa
• All meals served at La Cana Buffet
• All local alcoholic beverages, juices, and soft drinks
• House wine served with lunch and dinner
• Ice cream service at the beach
• Three evening meals per week in an a la carte restaurant
• Daily re-stocking of mini-bar
• One bottle of rum upon arrival to the room

Throughout Natura Park Beach Eco Resort & Spa, footpaths wind past lagoons and bridges to a white sand beach, Playa Bávaro. Situated on the far eastern portion of the Dominican Republic, the resort sits on a lush plot of land overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Once you’re at the beach, you can kick back on chaise loungers beneath thatched-roof umbrellas, or rent a kayak for free and ride the waves. Elsewhere on the property, you can play volleyball, or enjoy complimentary tennis, dance, or sailing lessons.

Natura Park Beach Eco Resort & Spa’s buildings are comprised of local, natural materials including coconut trees, stone, wood, and cane, helping the resort blend nicely into its surroundings. Guest rooms are decked out in subtle, tropical décor with a balcony or terrace that overlooks the sea or garden.

With the all-inclusive plan, you can pile your plate three times a day at La Cana Buffet. The eatery features internationally influenced cuisine a wellness buffet with healthy, low-fat meals. Enjoy one dinner during your stay at one of the three a la carte restaurants, which specialize separately in Italian, grilled meat, and seafood. Throughout your vacation, you have access to unlimited tropical cocktails, juices, and local alcoholic beverages at any of the six bars on the property, including one swim-up bar.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic: Miles of White-Sand Beaches

When Christopher Columbus landed on the Dominican Republic more than five centuries ago, he described it as "a beautiful island paradise." Punta Cana, located on the island's easternmost tip, lays legitimate claim to that description. The coast stretches for more than 20 miles and is dotted with coconut palms, chaise lounges, and laid-back bars. Glitzy resorts feature prominently along the shoreline, but Playa El Cortecito, a short drive up the coast, harks back to earlier times. Brightly colored, thatched-roof shacks line the beach, and local fishermen bring their boats to shore each afternoon with the day's catch.

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Spacious Rooms, Aveda Spa, and Fine-Dining Restaurant on Charming Grounds

In the early 1900s, Vermont governor Allen Miller Fletcher staked out a hill in the Green Mountains to build a castle-like resort. The area he picked is like something out of a winter fairy tale, tucked into the woods near Okemo Mountain. The area is called Castle Hill, and it’s where you’ll find The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort & Spa. The modern hotel shares its property with some of Fletcher’s original Cotswolds-style buildings and gorgeous gardens, which earned the resort a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Its location makes it a convenient spot to explore the region’s covered bridges, the Okemo Valley, President Calvin Coolidge’s homestead, and Okemo State Forest.

The brick-accented Pointe Hotel is spacious and comfortable, with facilities that put the focus on fitness and wellness. Recently remodeled guest rooms emphasize plush comfort. At the Aveda Concept spa, you can relax with massages, facials, and body wraps. The resort’s sunlit pavilion, lined with windows on both the walls and ceiling, makes for a soothing setting to take a yoga or Pilates class. For breakfast and dinner, head to the opulent wood-paneled dining room, where executive chef Alphonsus Harris uses fresh local produce to craft French-influenced dishes.

Cavendish, Vermont: Quaint New England Town with Fishing and Golfing near Okemo Mountain

Cavendish lies near Vermont's Okemo Mountain. Visitors can fish in the area's lakes or bike or hike across its network of trails, including the Healdville Trail, which climbs to the mountain's 3,340-foot summit. They can also play rounds on the area’s championship golf courses, including the heath-style Okemo Valley Golf Club. Those looking for more summer activities can try out kayaking and horseback riding or visit a local microbrewery.

Travelers can also stop by the nearby Adventure Zone and partake in outdoor activities like zipline tours, a mountain coaster, a climbing wall, segway tours, disc golf, and mini golf.

Nearby in the town of Ludlow, you’ll find a diverse culinary landscape that includes classic Italian restaurants, Irish pubs, and steak houses. Window shoppers can stroll past boutiques and antique shops to feast their eyes on elegant gifts, collectors' items, and local art.

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Historical Resort Directly Across the Street from Waterfalls

When Marilyn Monroe wasn’t on set filming her 1953 movie Niagara, she might have been in her room at Crowne Plaza. Located directly across the street from the iconic Horseshoe Falls, the hotel has hosted a number of notable guests during its 80-year history, including Walt Disney, Shirley Temple, Jimmy Stewart, and Queen Elizabeth II. From your own Upper falls-view room, you can look out on the same dramatic falls views they enjoyed—a vista showcasing the awesome spectacle of 2,800 cubic meters of water barreling over the falls’ edge every second.

The hotel is part of the 20-acre Falls Avenue Resort featuring entertainment and activities, all on-site. Seven restaurants in nearby and adjacent properties provide diverse dining opportunities. But be sure to use your C$40 dining credit at the The Rainbow Room by Massimo Capra. The restaurant pairs spectacular views with upscale, locally sourced dishes and Niagara-on-the-Lake wine. This Getaway includes a tasting and tour at two nearby wineries, Trius Winery at Hillebrand and Peller Estates Winery.

Casino Niagara is directly connected to the hotel. The lively casino hums to the tune of 1,500 slot machines and the clack of dice. After trying your luck, head to The Hershey Store, adjacent to the hotel, for 650 square meters of decadent chocolate treats.

Niagara Falls, Ontario: Panoramic Views of the Falls near Vegas-Style Casinos and Water Parks

At Niagara Falls—considered by many to be one of the world’s seven natural wonders—water thunders downward from a height of nearly 200 feet, crashing onto craggy boulders below. The falls straddle the border between Canada and the United States, with segments located in both New York and Ontario, but the Canadian side of the Niagara River is universally hailed as the finest vantage point to take in all three of Niagara Falls' photogenic brinks: American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls.

The iconic Maid of the Mist has ferried raincoat-clad passengers around the base of the falls since 1846. The tours run from April through October, depending on the river's ice conditions. Year-round, Journey Behind the Falls grants a glimpse behind the curtain of Horseshoe Falls—board an elevator that descends 150 feet into the bedrock, then stand at an observation deck steps away from the cascading water.

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Detoxifying rids the body of harmful substances, such as artificial ingredients and the pennies your uncle never pulled out of your ear. Make your toxins vanish with this Groupon.

$29 for $65 Worth of Herbal Detoxes, Supplements, and Healthcare Products

Peruse an online emporium of detox and supplemental-health products, which include detox teas ($15), immune-system supplements ($25+), probiotics ($25+), and a Level 1 herbal detox program ($65).

Desert-Inspired Hotel with Elegant Outdoor Pool

Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort lies in the heart of the Coachella Valley, an arid landscape peppered with lush fairways and flanked on three sides by mountains. Befitting its Californian desert surroundings, the hotel features Spanish villa architecture replete with stucco walls and terra-cotta roof tiles. Towering palm trees and blooming gardens add bright pops of color to the hotel’s landscaping.

After a dip in the pool, you can sweat it out at the fitness center or engage in a shouting match with the line judge at the tennis courts. In the morning, don’t miss out on a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast of eggs, pancakes, fresh fruit, danishes, and bacon.

Palm Desert, California: Shopping and Golf in Scenic Coachella Valley

Palm Desert shares the same desert landscape and resort atmosphere as Palm Springs, about 15 miles to the northeast. El Paseo, known as the Rodeo Drive of the Desert, is within walking distance of the hotel. The popular shopping district features art galleries, high-end boutiques, and brand-name retailers such as Gucci, Ralph Lauren, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Palm Desert is also a gateway town into the north end of the 800,000-acre Joshua Tree National Park, located less than 60 miles away. In addition to being the birthplace of Bono, the desert park is famous for its unusual geologic formations and mountains made of twisted rock, which are ideal for rock climbing. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife including desert bighorn sheep, golden eagles, and coyotes.

For a guaranteed glimpse of wildlife, check out The Living Desert, a zoo, botanical garden, and animal hospital in Palm Desert. As you stroll throughout the various geographical regions—including North America, Africa, and Village WaTuTu—you will see flora and fauna indigenous to that area, which can include mexican gray wolves, giraffes, and jaguars. The Living Desert also boasts a G-scale model train that winds its way through replicas of historical scenes, including a California logging and mining town and the south rim of the Grand Canyon.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

The Deal

• $26.99 for Zumba Fitness Core ($39.99 list price)
• Available versions: Nintendo Wii or Kinect for Xbox 360
• ESRB rating Everyone 10+: Content is generally suitable for ages 10 and up. May contain mild lyrics and mild suggestive themes.

Zumba Fitness Core for Wii or Kinect

Zumba Fitness Core helps players sculpt their core during a whole-body workout customized by level of intensity. Forty original songs or hit music from Enrique Iglesias and Karmin accompany the dance-based exercises. Players can also use the game to set personal fitness goals informed by the game's free lifestyle and nutrition tips.

• Strengthens and sculpts cores during a whole-body workout
• 45 preset classes
• Choose low-, medium-, or high-intensity workouts and set fitness goals
• Personal playlists create custom workouts
• Zumba fitness belt, like a principal, encourages hands-free dancing
• Party with a friend in two-player mode on the Kinect; groove with three in four-player mode on the Wii
• Dance to 40 original songs or hits
• Move to hits from Enrique Iglesias, Karmin, Sean Paul, Tiesto, Don Omar, and more
• More than 30 dance styles to rhythms such as Brazilian funk and Celtic
• Dance with superstar instructors Beto, Tanya Beardsley, Gina Grant, Kass Martin, Loretta Bates, and Nick Logrea
• Learn steps with easy-to-follow tutorials
• Exclusive Kinect features:
  • Full-body motion tracking for unencumbered workouts
  • Class locator helps players find live Zumba classes nearby
  • Voice-controlled navigation

How to get your goods: by purchasing this Groupon and providing your name and shipping address, your order is complete!

For questions pertaining to this deal, please visit the deal Q&A on this page. For post-purchase inquiries, please contact Groupon customer service.

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The Deal

• $4.99 for one pair of 2-carat simulated-diamond stud earrings ($59.99 list price)
• $7.99 for three pairs of 2-carat simulated-diamond stud earrings ($179.97 list price)

Simulated-Diamond Stud Earrings

Light beams and candlelight sparkle in 58 facets, radiating light at all angles to catch the gaze of passersby. A four-pronged basket setting fixes the gems in place without sacrificing the dimensional dazzle that mimics real diamonds. Plated sterling-silver posts resist tarnish. The classic stud style makes these earrings suitable to wear for both dressy and casual occasions.

• Cubic zirconia earrings
• 2-carat total carat weight
• 6-millimeter stones
• Four-prong basket setting
• Sterling-silver plated
• Butterfly-back closure
• Velvet pouch

How to get your goods: by purchasing this Groupon and providing your name and shipping address, your order is complete!

For questions pertaining to this deal, please visit the deal Q&A on this page. For post-purchase inquiries, please contact Groupon customer service.

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The Deal

Gel-filled down-alternative pillow two-packs. Choose from the following sizes:

• $39.99 for a standard-size two-pack ($84.99 list price)
• $39.99 for a queen-size two-pack ($89.99 list price)
• $44.99 for a king-size two-pack ($89.99 list price)

Gel-Filled Down-Alternative Pillows

The hypoallergenic polyester gel fibers inside each of these pillows conform comfortably to sleepers' noggins, as well as to the dreams that leak out of their ears. Each pillow in the two-pack is cloaked in a 300-thread-count cotton shell, which is woven with an intricate windowpane pattern.

• Set of two down-alternative pillows
• Filled with 100% hypoallergenic polyester gel fibers
• 100% cotton, 300-thread-count shell
• Dobby windowpane pattern
• Machine washable
• Made in the U.S.A.
• Dimensions:
  • Standard: 20"x26"
  • Queen: 20"x30"
  • King: 20"x36"

How to get your goods: by purchasing this Groupon and providing your name and shipping address, your order is complete!

For questions pertaining to this deal, please visit the deal Q&A on this page. For post-purchase inquiries, please contact Groupon customer service.

View the Groupon Goods FAQ for additional information, including how list price is determined.