Our daily look at deals and getaways
Lovable, Photographable, Soon: Ugliest Dog Contest
Have a snaggle-toothed hound? There's still time to enter. Read »
Sierra Springtime: Ski, Then Bike, Then Golf, Then Ski Again
Snow's open on Mammoth Mountain through Memorial Day. Read »
Vista's Sweetest Strawberries
The Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend is all about a certain berry. Read »
A Sweet Summer Deal at Korakia Pensione
Hot deals heat up at one of the desert's prettiest destinations. Read »
The Beautiful Birds of Free Flight
Parrots and Cockatoos and other fine feathers call the Del Mar sanctuary home Read »
Pageant of the Masters Salutes the Cinema
The venerable "pose like art" extravaganza takes on a movie theme. Read »
A Disneyland Tour for Greenery Buffs
Is your favorite part of Disneyland the landscaping? There's a tour for you. Read »
Costumes Ahoy: San Francisco's Lively Bay to Breakers Run
It's strange, it's healthy, it's beloved, it's San Francisco. Read »
Great May Deal: Savor the Central Coast Tickets
There's a sale on for tickets to this foodie favorite. Read »
About
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing, close weekend away or an exciting week-long adventure, Worth the Trip offers daily stories on what is truly worth your valuable vacation time. Whether by car, plane, train, boat, bicycle, kayak or snowshoes -- Worth the Trip points you in the right direction.
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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.
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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