Give your child a starring role in a story alongside beloved characters with this deal from Shutterfly, which holds the Good Housekeeping Seal of approval as the best online destination for photo books:

• $ 19 ($ 40 value) for a hardcover personalized kids’ book
• Your child’s photo will be featured on the cover and throughout the book
• Choose Dora and My Rescue Adventure or Diego and My Zebra Rescue for ages 2-8 or My Adventure on Sesame Street for ages 1-6

“My son got this book from his grandma and loves it! He requests it every night and is amazed that he is in the story with Diego! Quality book, colorful pages, great story — just a great idea!” — Happy Parent

A Personalized Reading Adventure
Your son or daughter (or nephew or niece) will join Dora, Diego, or the Sesame Street crew for an exciting adventure. Simply upload your child’s photo and provide details such as your child’s name, birthday, and hometown to put him or her right into the action. Each high-quality 10.25″ x 8.25″ hardcover book features 38 or 40 full-color pages and an optional dedication on the title page.

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From chasing his tail to barking when it storms, your dog’s tics are endearing — but his ticks, well, they are anything but. Protect your pooch and family with this deal from PetCareRx, a licensed online pet pharmacy founded by a pet lover in 1998:

• $ 15 for $ 30 to spend on a large selection of pet medication and toys
• Treat pesky problems with leading medications like Frontline, K9 Advantix, and PetArmor
• Stock up on vitamins, grooming products, and chew toys for dogs and cats

PetCareRx’s Website

Shop 35,000+ household products from your favorite brands like Tide, Bounty, Method, Charmin, Seventh Generation, Crest, Dove, and more with this deal for new customers from Soap.com:

• $ 9 for $ 18 to spend on household & personal care products from 100′s of brands
• Free 1-to-2-day shipping with an order of $ 25 or more with use of voucher
• Free — and hassle-free — 365-day returns, with award-winning customer service

Everyday Essentials Made Easy
We all have needs — from toilet paper to laundry detergent — but who wants to hunt from store to store for the best bargains and then lug it all home? Skip the schlep and use Soap.com to quickly search for cleaning, beauty, personal care, and household goods 24/7. Your order will be delivered to your door in 1 to 2 days — talk about cleaning up.

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You don’t have to have a coastal address to savor succulent seafood fresh from the ocean. Ready your bibs for Maryland Blue Crab Express, which ships delicious crabs, seafood, spices, mallets, and more:

• $ 20 for $ 40 to spend on crabs and more delivered to your door
• $ 40 for $ 80 to spend on crabs and more delivered to your door
• Steamed Maryland blue crabs, soft-shell crabs, crab cakes, lump crab meat, shrimp, lobster, and other delicacies

“[The] crabs were perfectly steamed and spiced. Thanks for making our Maryland crab party a huge hit. I think we made a lot of new crab fans out here in Montana.” — Satisfied Customer

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Escape Kit
• A One-Night Stay for Up to Four in a King or Double Room on Thursdays through Sundays
• Breakfast for Four
• Chocolates and Bottled Water
• 15% Discount at Chef Tony’s Restaurant
• Late 2 p.m. Checkout
• Combine Vouchers to Stay for Up to Four Nights

The Destination
“DC” to locals and “Washington” to the rest of the world, the nation’s capital has split personalities to go along with its monikers. While tourists flock to the National Mall, flanked by the Smithsonian and the National Air and Space Museum, Washingtonians gravitate toward the young atmosphere and hip hangouts of neighborhoods like Logan Circle and H Street. Just minutes from the heart of this ever-evolving metropolis, Bethesda, Maryland, is central to DC’s big-city perks, while maintaining plenty of small-town charm. Explore the shops along the recently developed Bethesda Avenue or catch a major golf championship at the Congressional Country Club, one of the most prestigious country clubs in the world.

The Digs
Named one of the Top Five Washington DC Hotel Values by USA Today, the Bethesda Court Hotel offers affordable, stately accommodations. Surround yourself with 18th-century-style décor and upscale touches like marble-floored baths and down comforters. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of Wi-Fi and cable TV. Here, you’re at liberty to set your own pace. Start the day with an included continental breakfast. Then, stroll the hotel’s lush, Old English garden, or work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center. Later, let your top advisors lead you to ZIN Hair + Colour salon or Tips to Toes nail studio for plenty of pampering.

The Diversions
• Downtown Bethesda
• Chef Tony’s
• National Gallery of Art
• International Spy Museum
• The Kennedy Center
• Lincoln Memorial