Our daily look at nearby getaways
Ready, Set, Retreat
Revive your "chi". Visit or become a member at S.B.'s newest relaxation center. Read »
Ecotopia in Santa Barbara
April is full of planet-nice events in the spot where Earth Day was born. Read »
La Valencia's Wine Series Opens
The Pink Lady is lining up the glasses for all sorts of libations. And chocolate, too. Read »
Jeeping, Cupcaking, and Wining
Still looking for a bigger way to mark Valentine's Day? Hit the vineyards. Read »
Santa Barbara Car-Free Discounts
Take a train, ride the bus or cycle in, and get some excellent deals. Read »
Film Sips in Santa Barbara
If you're headed for the SB Film Fest, and like wine, best save your ticket stubs. Read »
James Franco at SBIFF
The "127 Hours" actor will appear at the Santa Barbara Int'l Film Festival. Get those tickets now. Read »
Holiday Happiness Package
Hotel Oceana has a seasonal deal. Bonus: bike cruisers for the borrowing. 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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