Our daily look at nearby getaways
Santa Barbara's Orchid Extravaganza
The venerable Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is set to flower. Read »
Romantic, Rustic, and Very El Capitan Canyon
A cozy clutch of cabins near the coast offers some sweet Valentine's fun. Read »
How Santa Barbara Does Car-Free
Our own American Riviera has made green a true way of life. See Full Gallery »
A Movie and a (Fine) Meal in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara's big film party boasts a tasty partnership. Read »
'Tis the Season in Santa Barbara
Parades, wine tastings, and a snow leopard fest lend the holidays cheer. Read »
Snow Leopards Romp in Santa Barbara
An icy Santa Barbara Zoo party treats the snow-loving animals and people alike. Read »
Finding Old Hollywood Along the Coast
Making for Monterey or the Central Coast? Discover spots with a starry past. Read »
Solvang Holiday Wine About
It's a glittery, glass-ful (and glass-filled) stroll through a sparkly city. Read »
Santa Barbara Harbor Festival
Santa Barbara's annual harbor fest features lobster, tunes, and boat tours. Read »
Riding Out Carmageddon II, Santa Barbara-Style
Santa Barbara Car Free has the specials ready for road-weary Angelenos. Read »
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A good time is just a short drive away, and Worth the Drive points you in the right direction. It's a daily look at nearby getaways, festivals and sweet deals.
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Travel Kit
Hotel deals around the Golden State that don't nab all your gold.
Giant drive-through donuts? We got your giant drive-through donuts right here.
Attractions, eateries and secret spots that we won't tell the tourists about.
Unique hotels, ethnic festivals -- yes, there are reasons to drive north.
Pools and glow-in-the-dark margaritas and dice and nice suites. Oh yeah. You're going.
When you have to/want to take the kids along.
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Authors
ALYSIA GRAY PAINTER
Alysia Gray Painter has served as the West Coast Managing Editor for AOL CityGuide, as well as the Los Angeles editor; she has also written for Bark magazine, McSweeney's, Modern Humorist, and PBS programs and publications.
Becky Stickney
Becky Stickney is an editor for NBCSanDiego.com and has been a San Diego resident for more than 12 years. She's a mom who loves to travel around the Southwest, looking for interesting places to visit and photograph.
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