Worth the Trip
Our daily look at deals and getaways
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SoCal's Spooky Summer

SoCal's Spooky Summer

The ghosty high jinks start early in the land of sunshine. Read »

Friday, May 24, 2013 at 1:54 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Taco Fest in San Jose

Taco Fest in San Jose

Like your shell hard, your tortilla soft, your meat spicy? Eat on, happy eater. Read »

Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 12:51 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Humboldt's High-Jinks-iest Race

Humboldt's High-Jinks-iest Race

The Arcata/Eureka/Ferndale event is called "the triathlon of the art world." Read »

Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 12:30 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Moonbow Magic Over Yosemite Falls

Moonbow Magic Over Yosemite Falls

One is due on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. Curious? Read »

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 12:17 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

California's First Ultra-Marathon Paddle

California's First Ultra-Marathon Paddle

We have a number of ultra marathon runs. Next up? One hundred miles of river. Read »

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 3:57 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Cavallo Point's Family Package

Cavallo Point's Family Package

Have your camp experience, this summer, with a posher twist. Read »

Monday, May 20, 2013 at 3:22 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Pageant of the Masters Salutes the Cinema

Pageant of the Masters Salutes the Cinema

The venerable "pose like art" extravaganza takes on a movie theme. Read »

Friday, May 17, 2013 at 8:16 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Koalafornia in California

Koalafornia in California

A new land built especially for koalas is set for its debut at San Diego Zoo. Read »

Friday, May 17, 2013 at 7:58 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Dippable, Leafy, and Full of Heart: Artichoke Fest

Dippable, Leafy, and Full of Heart: Artichoke Fest

Mayo, aioli, or just a little olive oil? How do you eat your favorite thistle? Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 12:32 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

An In-Saddle Writers' Workshop

An In-Saddle Writers' Workshop

Scribes make for the Wild Horse Sanctuary in Shingletown. Read »

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A good time is just a short drive away, and Worth the Trip points you in the right direction. It's a daily look at nearby getaways, festivals and sweet deals.
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Travel Kit

GET A ROOM

Hotel deals around the Golden State that don't nab all your gold.

ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS

Giant drive-through donuts? We got your giant drive-through donuts right here.

WAKE UP IN VEGAS

Pools and glow-in-the-dark margaritas and dice and nice suites. Oh yeah. You're going.

LA GETAWAY

Unique hotels, ethnic festivals, warmer weather -- yes, there are reasons to head south.

SPOTLIGHT SAN DIEGO

From wine tasting in Temecula to visitng Shamu at Sea World.

BAY'S BEST

Culture, wine, boating, hiking, beachcombing, museums. You don't have to drive far to get away.

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