Our daily look at nearby getaways
Disneyland Halloween Starts Early
Autumn arrives ahead of schedule in Anaheim; what treats does the park have in store? Read »
Hearses on Parade
Enthusiasts of the regal and storied vehicles will gather in Costa Mesa. Make way. Read »
Disneyland Decorating Tips
If you can't make it to the park, bring a little of the park into your own Halloween home. Read »
Trick-or-Treating, Disney-Style
Trick or Treat on Main Street and have your picture taken in front of the giant Mickey pumpkin. Read »
The MGM Grand 7-Day Sale
It starts on Monday, Oct. 25, but your stay doesn't need to fall within the week's window. 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.
People the world over book their vacations in Los Angeles. You can, too.
From wine tasting in Temecula to visiting Shamu at Sea World.
Pools and glow-in-the-dark margaritas and dice and nice suites. Oh yeah. You're going.
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ALYSIA GRAY PAINTER
Alysia Gray Painter has blogged for NBCLA.com since October 2008, covering Los Angeles go-outs, restaurants, museums, hotels, as well as nearby Worth the Drive destinations. She 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.
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