AAA Four Diamond Hotel South of Vegas Strip

Fewer than 10 miles south of the Las Vegas Strip, the Mediterranean-inspired Green Valley Ranch- Las Vegas cuts an imposing figure, with Spanish-style architecture, tiled roofs, and a recessed driveway lined with towering palms. You don't have to worry about transportation to the city's main corridor, thanks to a complimentary shuttle that runs back and forth from the strip four times a day. But there's a lot to do right here-the sprawling Green Valley Ranch- Las Vegas encompasses restaurants, pools, a casino, and a movie theater.

In the upscale casino, exposed stone columns support towering arches and a vaulted ceiling. Gamers have the run of the place, which offers 2,200 slot and video-poker games, a poker room, race and sports book areas, and more than 55 table games such as blackjack, craps, and roulette. Spend your winnings at one of eight onsite restaurants, including Hank's Fine Steaks & Martinis, known for its selection of aged meats, and Terra Verde, a cozy Italian eatery with house-made pasta dishes and an extensive wine list. Getaway holders can use their resort credit at the onsite spa for services such as massages, facials, and mani-pedis.

Green Valley Ranch- Las Vegas's outdoor recreation area stretches across more than 8 acres outfitted with manicured lawns, private cabanas, and infinity-edge dipping pools. Head to the Pond, the resort's private pool and lounge, to see and be seen during pool-party season. Come nightfall, you can catch a live band at Ovation or slip into Drop Bar for a nightcap.

Greater Las Vegas: Shops and Restaurants Off the Strip

The town of Henderson is conveniently close to Las Vegas, but it's also far enough to be an escape from the bustle of the strip. Next to Green Valley Ranch- Las Vegas sits The District, a pedestrian-friendly promenade lined with boutiques and restaurants. On Friday and Saturday nights from May through October, enjoy live music as you stroll the plaza.

To head to the Strip, hop onto the resort's free shuttle, which drops riders off at the Mandalay Bay Hotel. If you're tired of gambling, check out one of the long-running shows, such as Cirque du Soleil's Love, an acrobatic and visually stunning homage to the Beatles.

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Vegas-Style Casino and Hotel in Historic Mining Town

In 1859, a man named John H. Gregory found gold near the small mining city of Black Hawk, Colorado. After discovering the gold-bearing vein-a sheetlike rock flecked with gold, now known as the Gregory Lode-more than 10,000 prospectors descended on the area in search of a fortune. But Gregory was one of few prospectors to actually strike it rich; most gold-miners left empty-handed soon after arrival.

A makeshift town known as Central City formed in the midst of the gold rush. Once known as "The Richest Square Mile on Earth," the little town now lures visitors looking to visit its historic buildings and hopefully strike it rich at casinos such as the Reserve Casino Hotel, located right in downtown Central City.

The Reserve Casino's gaming floor is vast-it has more than 700 slot machines, and there are blackjack, craps, and roulette tables. During a break from the floor you can dine at one of the hotel's numerous in-house restaurants. Market Street is an indoor strip that features three casual eateries, such as Java Express and the Pizza Pub. You can also enjoy fine dining at Ardore Tuscan Steakhouse. The restaurant serves dishes such as house-butchered rib eye and Scottish salmon with an extensive wine list that includes varietals from Celani Family Vineyard, which is owned by one of Reserve Casino Hotel's owners.

Included with two of this deal's options are two drinks at the Lava Room, a stylish club that regularly stages performances from touring music acts and comedians. Or you can head over to the Guitar Bar to see children's stories read by former Pearl Jam roadies.

Central City, Colorado: Mining History and Casinos near Mountains and Arapaho National Forest

Located about 40 miles west of Denver, Central City's downtown is mostly made up of buildings constructed between 1860 and the 1930s, and the downtown is now a federally designated historic district. As you walk along the streets, you can get a sense of the residents' high-rolling attitude after the gold rush. The stone Central City Opera House was built by some of the area's most highly regarded architects and once featured performances by P.T. Barnum's circus and Buffalo Bill. It's since been restored and still features shows. Next door is the Teller House, a massive hotel built in 1872; it has old-fashioned red-bricked façade with arched doorways.

Today, visitors certainly come to the town to gamble, but it's worth it to visit some of the gorgeous mountain scenery nearby. Arapaho National Forest is six miles away. It's made up of 1.5 million acres ideal for hiking, biking, fishing, or mountain climbing.

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Thanks to your hard work preparing to ditch those cold-weather coverings for tanks and skirts, your jeans have a little more give to them. Do a little giving of your own with today's deal: $10 buys you $25 to update your wardrobe and help those in need at Montana Rescue Mission Bargain Centers. Stretch your dollar while expanding the reach of Montana Rescue Mission, which provides safe harbor and provisions for area homeless men, women, and children working to regain independence. Your purchase of clothing, toys, household goods, furniture, and more from the downtown, Heights, or West End Bargain Centers will support programs that provide food, clothing, housing, and other life-changing services to those in need. Your new clothes may be a bit more snug, but supporting this community organization shows that your heart has plenty of room for those you may never know. Want more? Check out Montana Rescue Mission on Facebook.

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You've taken to sleeping behind sunglasses at work in hopes of maintaining a cool facade, but the snoring gave you away. Renew your energy and relieve aches with today's deal from Phoenix Acupuncture: Pay $49 for a 90-minute acupuncture session (regularly $110). Relax while reaping the benefits of this 5,000-year-old Chinese medicine, which involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into certain areas of the skin to adjust the body's energy flow. Experience relief from chronic or acute illnesses -- many fans of acupuncture have reported success battling fatigue, headaches, joint pain. Owner Kara Burpee earned her master's degree in acupuncture at the renowned Bastyr University in Seattle in 2001, and is proud to live and work in the Billings area. Put those shades to better use by letting this deal help you toward a bright future. Want more? Check out Phoenix Acupuncture on Facebook.

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Spacious Condos Surrounded by Rocky Mountains

Steamboat Springs didn't start out as a resort community. Located nearly 7,000 feet up in the Rocky Mountains of northwest Colorado, the town was settled largely by ranchers whose hale and hearty pioneer spirit still lingers today. Things are relatively low-key here-especially in summer-with miles of rolling hill country to serve as the setting for all kinds of open-air pursuits. Mountain Resorts is one of the oldest property-management companies in the area, providing spacious, family-friendly condominiums and concierge services from a staff mostly made up of Steamboat Springs natives.

Both properties encompassed by this deal-the Ranch and the Phoenix-lie within Yampa Valley. The Ranch is distinctly rustic, surrounded by 36 acres of tree-studded hills and featuring wooden decks and wood-burning fireplaces in each condo. The Phoenix, on the other hand, has a more modern look following a recent $4 million renovation that included installation of all-new stucco and siding. Both properties enjoy access to outdoor heated pools and hot tubs, and the spacious two-bedroom suites include full kitchens and living rooms with pullout sofas.

Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Historical Ranch Town in Rocky Mountains

Steamboat Springs was named after its roiling mineral springs, which sounded to some early pioneers like a chugging steamboat. It's known as the birthplace of recreational skiing in Colorado thanks to a ski jump built in 1914 by cross-country champion Carl Howelsen. The slopes continue to draw visitors to town, but there's plenty to do in warmer weather. There are more than 50 miles of nature trails and wildflower fields for hiking, several mountain-view golf courses, and high-country lakes and streams that provide ample fishing. One network of rivers even flows through the downtown area, with launch points along the way for seasonal tubing.

Steamboat Springs retains vestiges of its history as a ranching center. Spur-clad cowboys still stroll the main streets, which are lined with western art galleries and clothing boutiques. Throughout the summer, the town hosts a pro rodeo series that includes traditional shows and Wild West-themed block parties. During the 32nd annual Hot Air Balloon Rodeo on July 7 and 8, ranchers will try to one-up each other by performing airborne tricks such as dipping into the lake and hogtieing clouds.

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Photographs provide the only evidence that the past existed, aside from the outdated swear words used by grandparents, such as "huckster" and "aw, chestnuts." Make history with this Groupon.

$49 for Four-Hour Photography Workshop and Shootari ($245 Value)

Workshops take place in the classroom, as instructor Brian Hartman teaches basic camera settings and creative shooting techniques. He expounds on aperture and shutter priority modes, principles of ISO, and when and why to use exposure compensation, balancing techniques, and different lens types. He also introduces scene modes and provides tips on capturing ideal images of children, pets, and fleeting moments such as children riding their pets into the sunset. Throughout the workshop, students engage in a photo safari, or "shootari," during which they take their own photos and apply concepts learned in class with instructor guidance.

Workshop dates are Friday, July 13, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., though instructors may add more times as needed.

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Married for nine years and a photography team for five, Brian and Jennifer Hartman bring an artistic touch and lighthearted approach to their on-location photography. Employing a photojournalistic style and dramatic lighting, they capture solo subjects and groups during posed and candid moments, earning critical acclaim from the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association and The Knot and placing images in the pages of Elle and Seattle Bride magazines.

Not content to simply point and shoot, the Hartmans light compositions using chiaroscuro or high-exposure natural lighting and often accentuate subjects with extreme angles, forced perspective, or unique natural surroundings. They shoot in vibrant color or black and white, and can edit photos to enhance colors or, by request, replace each subject's face with Winston Churchill's. When not conducting on-location sessions, Brian also leads large-scale workshops in which they pass on their knowledge through graphic slideshows and hands-on training.

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When it comes to picnicking in Pioneer Park, we prefer rindless watermelon and boneless chicken wings -- after all, why bother with inedible obstacles when you can get to the meat of the matter? But for our own bodies, we'll take strong skeletons, please. For $99, today's deal gets you a chiropractic exam, X-rays, and a one-week Adjustment Wellness Plan from Vitality: A Creating Wellness Center in West Billings (a $460 value). Designed to help you reclaim your former flexibility and va-va-voom, your appointment will begin with a full exam, including standard reflex, neurologic, orthopedic, and postural testing. Then, X-rays will help identify misalignment or degeneration. Finally, an experienced chiropractor will prescribe a customized Adjustment Wellness Plan -- seven days' worth of at-home exercises, stretches, and more to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. At 78% off, this deal makes no bones about it. Want more? Check out Vitality: A Creating Wellness Center on Facebook.

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