Our daily look at nearby getaways
Modernism Week in Palm Springs
Mid-century enthusiasts prepare for their desert extravaganza. Read »
A Half Dozen Palm Springs Film Fests
January is kick-off time for the desert's most glam'd-out run. Read »
The King's Palm Springs Birthday Party
Fans and tribute artists will raise the hunka hunka roof in Palm Springs. Read »
Dreaming of a Desert Christmas
The season in Palm Springs is merry, bright, and typically full of sunshine. Read »
Musical Reunion at Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
Sinatra and Elvis, together again? Two performers pay tribute, in Palm Springs. Read »
Turkey Up the Palm Springs Tram
Looking for a different holiday this November? Go up one very big hill. 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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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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