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Scotty's Castle in Death Valley
Where in Death Valley you can find men of mystery and underground tunnels. Read »
Experience the Finer Things
With some planning, a staycation or weekend getaway can be like living the life of luxury. Read »
Pandas in HD
Gotta have your panda but can't make it to the San Diego Zoo? Your world just got better. Read »
December in the Desert
When winter rolls around, some San Diego residents take some time to explore the desert. Read »
Six Days, 180 Restaurants
In San Diego soon? Game to eat someplace new? You can, and for a song, too. Read »
The Carlsbad We Know and Love
Some of the best images we've received from users of Carlsbad, north of San... See Full Gallery »
Doggie Street Festival
Adoptions and barkly love'll go down at Hilton San Diego Bayfront Park. 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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