Our daily look at nearby getaways
Soaking and Stargazing at Two Bunch Palms
Stare at the night sky from one of the prettest, most relaxing spots in the desert. Read »
Palm Desert Golf Cart Parade
It started a half century ago; now this annual roll is known for its... See Full Gallery »
Chefs Make for Palm Desert To-Do
Food & Wine Festival returns to Palm Desert; people who know their stoves will speak and cook. 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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