Our daily look at nearby getaways
The Stanley's First Yosemite Trip
One of the world's most famous trophies paid a visit to some of the world's most famous wonders. Read »
About
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.
Follow Us
advertisement
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.
Authors
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.
advertisement
news
Backyard Dig Reopens 35-Year-Old Cold Case- Possible Space Shuttle Successor is Readied for Testing
- Funeral for "Ladybug," 9, Is First for School Tornado Victims
- Wall Street Opens Lower as Global Stock Rout Spreads
- Obama Security Speech to Focus on Drones, Gitmo
- Yoga Lawsuit: Schools Accused of Spreading Gospel