Our daily look at nearby getaways
La Quinta Gains an Unusual Sand Sculpture
The Sandguys of the Travel Channel's "Sand Masters" will build a big big-horned sheep out of sand. Read »
Barbecue Masters Gather at La Quinta
he best grillers around'll gather to go tongs-to-tongs over one hot weekend. Read »
You, Dad, and 90 Holes of Golf
Does your pops like to swing the club? Make for La Quinta's famous courses and its many, many greens. Read »
Historic Property Goes Hippity-Hoppity
La Quinta Resort & Club is gearing up for a pool-side movie, brunchy doings, and hidden eggs galore. Read »
Beer Dinner for Arrogant Bastards
Our eyes glazed at "Catsup Glaze." In a good way. And then, the meatloaf sealed the deal. Read »
Comp Night at a Waldorf Property
The Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts have a room deal on through Sept. 6. 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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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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