Our daily look at deals and getaways
Big Orange Book Festival
It's the first-ever and Chapman University is the place. Ready, bookworms? Read »
OC Fair Ups the Bacon
You like sizzling meat? There's a booth for you at the 2012 extravaganza. Read »
Orange County's Top Tastes
Longing to try some of the best of the county in one fell, flavorful swoop? Here's your chance. Read »
Mountain Lion Cubs' OC Zoo Debut
A "newly renovated enclosure" awaits the pair. Plus, a naming contest for us humans. Read »
Irvine Park Railroad Anniversary
The Orange-based train toots into its 16th year, with specials and fun. 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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