Whether you’re looking for a trendy outdoor oasis or a stately indoor lap pool, Boston offers hotel swimming pools galore.  Spend less and still stay at a Boston hotel with a pool straight out of your dreams.

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Boston Harbor Hotel

• Plasma TV, Bose Wave Radio & marble bathroom in every room
• Gorgeous views of the harbor from most rooms
• 60′ lap pool in the heart of a lavish spa
• Just minutes from Faneuil Hall, Old State House & Boston Common

Colonnade Hotel Boston

• Rooms feature 37″ flat-screen LCD TVs, Keurig coffeemakers & marble baths
• Home to the city’s only rooftop pool, 11 stories in the sky with dining & live music
• 24-hour room service available
• Trendy Back Bay location

Sheraton Boston Hotel

• Pillow-top mattresses, coffeemakers & individual climate controls in every room
• Rooms offer views of the Charles River or downtown Boston
• Among New England’s biggest indoor pools featuring a retractable room for direct sunshine
• Located close to the Pru & Copley Place

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Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (July 4th)

Make your way to the banks of the Charles on Independence Day to watch the world-famous Boston Pops deliver a raucous performance beneath a stunning fireworks display.  Comedian and late-night talk show host Craig Ferguson emcees to add some extra laughs to this family-friendly event.

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you arrive early with foldable chairs and picnic blankets.  Check out Sierra Trading Post for folding recliner chairs, throw blankets and picnic bags.  Shop with Sierra Trading Post coupons to save 15% off orders of $100 or more!

Surfing, shopping and fun in the sun – expect the good life in Manhattan Beach.  With some of the most sought-after property and best-loved beaches in the LA area, Manhattan Beach is your best bet for an unforgettable SoCal getaway.

But just make sure your hotel bill is as sunny as the beach.  Book your Manhattan Beach hotel through Orbitz to land the guaranteed lowest rate every time you travel.  Plus, take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay with Orbitz coupons!

The Belamar Manhattan Beach

• Lavish hotel with private balconies on certain rooms
• 27-inch flatscreen TV, spa-inspired bath products & marble-appointed bathroom
• Outdoor swimming pool & sun deck
• Full spa services on-site

Comfort Inn Manhattan Beach

• Affordable accommodations with the Manhattan Beach Pier a walking distance away
• Complimentary continental breakfast & coffee every morning
• Heated outdoor pool, hot tub & sauna
• On-site parking available

Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach

• Boutique hotel just 3 blocks from the Manhattan Pier
• Rooftop pool with bar
• Every room features a 32-inch TV, DVD player & oversized tub
• Most rooms offer large balconies

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Surfing in Manhattan Beach (Going on Now)

Manhattan Beach offers prime conditions for beginner surfers, particularly in the summertime.  When the winter hits, the waves can reach up to 12 feet.  So it’s high time you learned the ropes before the big waves arrive!

Check out a local surf shop near the beach to sign up for lessons.  Make sure you’re prepared with the right gear.  Pick up a pair of board shorts, a wetsuit or a rash guard top from Sierra Trading Post – that way you’re ready to get out on the waves.  Shop with Sierra Trading Post coupons to get 20% off orders of $150!

This time of year, the temperature’s starting to rise and the snow’s starting to melt.  Thinking that you missed your last chance for a ski vacation?  Think again, because the powder’s still fresh at Whistler.

Grab some of the season’s last mountain action when you make your way to Orbitz, where you always get the guaranteed lowest rate on your Whistler hotel deal.  Plus, you take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay with Orbitz coupons!

Aspens on Blackcomb Whistler

• Heated outdoor pool with two hot tubs
• Free ski valet
• Located right on the mountain – open your door & ski out

Tantalus Resort Lodge Whistler

• Suites feature fireplaces & balconies
• Complimentary equipment storage & shuttle to the lifts
• Adjacent to Whistler Village, just 5 minutes from the Village Centre

The Westin Resort & Spa Whistler

• Full kitchen available in most suites
• On-site spa with more than 75 treatments
• Just a short walk from the mountain gondolas

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Kokanee Valley Race Series (March 26th)

Bring your skis or board to Whistler-Blackcomb Mountain on March 26 for the final race day in the recreational Kokanee Valley series.  Don’t worry about previous race experience – just bring a positive attitude and you may even win some cool merchandise!

If your ski and snowboard gear isn’t up to date, pay a quick visit to Sierra Trading Post.  Shop for skis from Atomic, Rossignol and Salomon, plus snowboard apparel and boots from Burton.  Save 10% off orders of $75 or more with Sierra Trading Post coupons!

Don’t be fleeced by high-priced travel plans when you’re heading to Vancouver on short notice.  If you know where to make your hotel reservations, then last-minute travel to Vancity is always affordable.

Your search starts and ends at Orbitz.  Get the guaranteed lowest rate on your last minute Vancouver hotel – even if you’re booking for tonight.  And your rate gets even more affordable with Orbitz coupons.  Take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay!

Choose any of the following hotels to land some of the best deals on short-notice reservations:

Holiday Inn International Vancouver Airport

• Free 24-hour airport shuttle
• Coffeemaker, high-speed internet & work desk in every room
• Fireplace suites with soaker tubs available

Vancouver Lions Gate Travelodge

• Free parking & wireless internet
• Pet-friendly accommodations available
• Uptown location next to Stanley Park & close to Capilano Suspension Bridge

Ramada Limited Downtown Vancouver

• Full breakfast buffet every morning
• Individual climate controls, large TVs & in-room movies
• Walk to Gastown, Chinatown, GM Place, Vancouver Art Gallery & more

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IPC Alpine Skiing World Cup Finals 2009 (March 9 to 14)

Take the short drive up to Whistler, BC to catch the last World Cup of the Paralympic alpine skiing season.  Watch 130 of the world’s top paralympic skiers compete for one of the biggest prizes before the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver.

And while you’re in Whistler, why not do a little skiing of your own?  Make sure you’re prepared to conquer one of the best mountains in North America with new skis, poles and winter gear from Sierra Trading Post.  Get free shipping on orders of $75 or more with Sierra Trading Post coupons!

These days, the only thing falling faster than the water in Niagara Falls is the price of a good hotel.  Tough economic times means a particularly slow off-season this year – which means good news for you!

Book a discount Niagara Falls, Canada hotel at the guaranteed lowest rate when you book through Orbitz.  Take an additional 10% off the cost of your stay with Orbitz coupons.  Prices haven’t dipped this low since the first person went over the falls in a barrel.

Imperial Hotel & Suites Niagara Falls

• Family suites available with 2 queen beds, pullout sofabed & 2 TVs
• Indoor pool & whirlpool, plus games room
• In the Clifton Hill entertainment district, just a block from Casino Niagara

Fallsview Inn Niagara Falls

• Honeymoon suites with heart-shaped whirlpool tub
• Sauna & heated indoor pool
• 2 blocks from Horseshoe Falls

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel & Conference Centre Niagara Falls

• Whirlpool & fireplace suites available with 18-foot-high windows
• On-site steakhouse, bistro & lounge
• Completely unobstructed views of the Falls from many rooms

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Curl for Heart (February 21)

If you’re a fan of watching a relaxing game of curling during the Winter Olympics, drop in and watch Niagara’s 7th Annual Curl for Heart.  Help support the fight against heart disease and enjoy some classic curling action!

It gets cold sitting inside an ice rink when you’re taking in a few hours of curling.  Better make sure you’re bundled up in winter apparel from Sierra Trading Post.  Shop for parkas, gloves and hats from top brands like Columbia and Arc’Teryx.  Get free shipping on orders of $75 or more with Sierra Trading Post coupons!

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Thank a Mailman Day – If it wasn’t for the mailman, how would you ever receive your mail, bills and cards? Umm…if they could only “forget” the bills for once that would make us like them MORE! Thank a Mailman Day is a great day to surprise your mailman or woman with a special treat waiting for them on the porch. When it’s blistering hot in the summertime, we usually offer the mailman a cold bottle of water and one for the road. It’s true what they say – the little things do mean the world to some people, and I’m sure your mailman would appreciate a kind gesture today. If you know one or are one yourself, check out Sierra Trading Post to embrace the rest of the winter. Receive free shipping on orders of $75 or more when you use Sierra Trading Post coupons.

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February 2nd – It’s Groundhog Day! If you live in a cold climate right now, you’re hoping the little guy isn’t scared off by his shadow. Well, just in case we’re in for a longer period of the white stuff and the bitter cold, head over to Sierra Trading Post for discounts on winter wear. Use free Sierra Trading Post coupons for 30-70% off coats, pants, ski apparel, hats, scarves, gloves and more!

1926 – Three Men Dance for a Record of 22 Hours – Their legs must’ve felt like rubber when they were finally done! I wonder if their feet were throbbing. If you’re a regular Saturday Night Fever kinda person, then you need some serious comfort shoes. You really don’t have to sacrifice comfort for style like most people think. You can find extremely cozy shoes that are stylish and add pop to your outfit. Both men and women can find comfortable dancing or dressy shoes for less at FootSmart. Discover men’s & women’s designer shoes that cushion your every step, stride or shuffle. Use exclusive FootSmart coupons for 10% off orders of $50 or more plus $5.95 flat shipping!

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Shakira, 32 – She’s such a great dancer. I wish I could move my hips half as well as she does. Do you love dancing to Latin music? What makes your movement seem even more gorgeous is the dress you wear. Flowing dresses make your every twist and turn look even more exaggerated. Feel like a Latin princess when you’re wearing sexy dresses from eDressMe. Discover fun ruffle dresses that really shake with you in the club section! And save 10% on your purchase with free eDressMe coupons from FabulousSavings.

January 21st – It was on this day in history in 1903 that the Wizard of Oz premiered in NYC. I looooove Dorothy’s ruby slippers. If those puppies were on shelves right about now, let’s just say they wouldn’t last long at all. Sassy red pumps offer any ensemble a pop. Every woman should have a pair in her closet for those nights when she gets the itch to get all dolled up for a night on the town. Onlineshoes has a huge selection of shoes by top brands like Sofft, Nina Culver, Clarks, Aerosoles and more. Whether you like super high heels or mid-sized, peep-toe or pointed-toe pumps, find them all here. At Onlineshoes, a woman will catch herself whispering “There’s no place like home.” And you don’t have to click your heels together to get a great deal on your purchase, just redeem our exclusive Onlineshoes coupons for 10% off your total!

1979 – Neptune Becomes the Outermost Planet – I’m not too educated about astronomy, but I’ve always had the urge to know more about what’s out there (now I have the eerie X-Files whistle theme in my head). For those of you that want to explore the sky and read up on facts about certain planets, stars and galaxies, I’ve got coupons from Sierra Trading Post and AbeBooks for you. On a warm summer’s eve, head out on the porch with a telescope and a favorite book on astronomy. Enjoy a laidback night of intriguing discovery. Use free Sierra Trading Post coupons to save 30-70% on a telescope and get free shipping on any astronomy book with AbeBooks coupons. And now, using our free coupons is even easier! Check out this short video on how to use AbeBooks vouchers:

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Robby Benson, 53 – He played Beast in Beauty and the Beast and was in other films too. In real life, he’s not nearly as hairy as the Beast is. In fact, he’s got gorgeous black hair that sits in shiny waves on his shoulders and has a groomed goatee that frames his face perfectly. Any guys out there who want to rid themselves of facial hair and add some style to their hair? Zirh is the place where men go for beauty products. Shaving tools, gels, creams and oils give you a soft, smooth look without the annoying red bumps. And hair products give your hair a lustrous shine that looks healthy. USe Zirh coupons today and enjoy the transformation from Beast to Beauty! Plus, shave 16% off orders of $20 or more.