Sure, riding Metro saves you from the stress of traffic, reduces your environmental impact and lowers your monthly transportation costs – but did you know it also entitles you to a bunch of great deals around L.A.? That’s what Destination Discounts is all about – and The Source is here to make sure you don’t miss out.  Every week we’ll highlight our favorite deals from Metro’s local partners – destinations, sporting events, concerts, museums, theme parks, shops and more – and provide all the info you need to take advantage of these offers.

L.A. Red Carpet Summer

This summer, LA is rolling out the red carpet and the savings are all yours!  Go to discoverLosAngeles.com and then Go Metro to a variety of special event, dining and lodging offers that make staying close to home an attractive alternative this summer.

Last week we posted the wrong deal for Universal Studios, here’s the correct offer:
Buy a Day…Get a Day Free at Universal Studios Hollywood [add to Google Calendar]
Now open, don’t miss the all new King Kong 360 3-D created by Peter Jackson. It’s the world’s largest 3-D experience. Here, you won’t just see it, you won’t just hear it: you’ll feel it. It’s 3-D to the next level and it’s only at Universal Studios Hollywood – The Entertainment Capital of L.A.
Dates: Through December 31, 2010
Discount: Buy a Day…Get a Day Free at Universal Studios Hollywood. Enjoy 2 Full Days for the Price of 1!
Restrictions: Present coupon at the Universal Studios Hollywood Ticket Booth.  One coupon per guest up to 6 tickets. Must use “2nd Day Ticket” within 7 days after initial use. ID and finger scan required for park entry. Cannot be combined with any other offers, special events, pre-sold tickets, Halloween Horror Nights, or discounted tickets including Under 48” discounted price. Prices subject to change without notice. Distribution on USH property prohibited. USH Management interpretation is final. NOT FOR RESALE. Value 1/100¢. ©2010 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
How to get it: Visit www.discoverLosAngeles.com/red-carpet to download Red Envelope Exclusive Offers.
Where: 1000 Universal City Plaza
Nearby Rail: Red Line Universal City Station

Buy One Get One FREE admission at Hollywood Guinness World Record Museum [add to Google Calendar]
Rub elbows with super stars, super heroes, and super creeps, plus discover the marvels of pop culture, science, technology, and human potential at the world-famous Hollywood Wax Museum and Guinness World Records Museum.
Dates: Through September 15, 2010
Discount: Buy One. Get One FREE. Combination Admission.
Restrictions: Valid for up to six. Special Offer must be presented at time of purchase. Cannot be combined with any other certificate or offer.
How to get it: Visit www.discoverLosAngeles.com/red-carpet to download Red Envelope Exclusive Offers.
Where: 6764 Hollywood Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)

Arts/Entertainment

Save up to $20 on select tickets to Young Frankenstein at Pantages Theatre [add to Google Calendar]
The classic Mel Brooks movie is ALIVE… and it’s headed to Pantages Theatre. You’ll have a monstrously good time at this spectacular new production, winner of the 2008 Outer Critics Circle Award and the Broadway.com Audience Award for Best Musical. This wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend follows bright young Dr. Frankenstein as he attempts to create a monster – but not without scary and hilarious complications.
Dates: Through July 16
Discount: $20 off $85 tickets / $10 off $40 tickets / $5 off $25 tickets.
Restrictions: Limited Time Offer. While supplies last! Offer valid for Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evening performances 7/27/10-8/5/10. Excludes Center Orch A-Z. Subject to availability. May not be combined with any other offer. All phone orders incur customary Ticketmaster convenience charges. Offer may be discontinued at any time.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or Destination Discounts card at the Pantages Theatre Box Office, order tickets online by clicking here or call 1.800.982.2787 (ARTS). Must mention promotional code YF20YG when ordering to save up to $20 on select tickets when purchased before July 16.
Where: Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd.
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Vine Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Vine (210, 212/312, 222, 217, 780)

Dining

20% off at uWink at the Hollywood & Highland Center
uWink is a social entertainment and dining experience where you can enjoy a great meal ordered by touch screen at the table, choose to participate in games with other customers, and watch favorite sports events on multiple large screens.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: 20% off your meal.
Restrictions: Excludes alcoholic beverages.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card to your cashier.
Where: 6801 Hollywood Boulevard
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)