Our daily look at nearby getaways
Big Bear's Old Miners Days
They're partying for several days up the mountain. One highlight? Outhouse races. Read »
Art Party at Mount Wilson
Astronomical setting and art-filled fun? It's happening up the hill over one celebratory weekend. Read »
Golden Gate Bridge Tours
Have you crossed the famous span on wheels? Isn't it time you got out of the car? Read »
Vintage Orange Food Tour
How's your Mother's Day planning coming along? Let us give you a nudge. Read »
Kern County Wildflower Hotline
If you've been hankering for a nature-nice getaway, check in first before making the trek. Read »
66th Riverside County Fair
California's wintertime county fair prepares to get the midway glowing. Read »
Palm Springs Tram Contest
Can you guess when winter will wrap near Palm Springs? You could score some free tram tickets. Read »
Less Car More Canyon
Leave the wheels in the far parking lot and board the train. Or the mule. Or hit the bikes. 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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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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