Our daily look at deals and getaways
Zooming Down the Hills of Catalina
Elite skaters zoom down over a mile of hilly Catalina Island. Read »
The Fish Shall Fly Again Near Catalina
Is this the year you're finally going to see that wonder of Catalina Island? Read »
Sweethearts Day on Catalina Island
An island getaway that's not too far from home is very Valentine's to us. Read »
Summer Starts on Catalina Island
It's all about the Flying Fish as a famous ocean burg heads into June. Read »
Catalina Island Ball
Love the old-school stylings of the big band era? Hop a boat for Avalon. Read »
The Catalina Island Classic
You know the twisty hills near Avalon? Now imagine skateboarding down them. Read »
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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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