Worth the Trip
Our daily look at deals and getaways
Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013 at 3:13 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Italian Street Painting Marin

Italian Street Painting Marin

Over a dozen artists will take to downtown San Rafael. Read »

Monday, Jun 17, 2013 at 10:48 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Here Comes the State Fair (Food)

Here Comes the State Fair (Food)

Will your favorite summer be on a stick, deep-fried, or both? Read »

Monday, Jun 17, 2013 at 10:16 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Mill Valley Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting

Mill Valley Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting

The longtime (three decades-plus) foodie stroll is set to roll again. Read »

Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013 at 4:46 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Santa Barbara, Seen from Two Wheels

Santa Barbara, Seen from Two Wheels

There are plenty of ways to cycle around the American Riviera. Read »

Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013 at 12:43 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Autumn and Wine at the Ahwahnee

Autumn and Wine at the Ahwahnee

Star vintners and enthusiastic oenophiles gather for a fall tradition. Read »

Tuesday, Jun 11, 2013 at 10:08 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Laguna Beach's Magical Fair: Sawdust Art Festival

Laguna Beach's Magical Fair: Sawdust Art Festival

The outdoor art and craft bazaar readies for its summer season. Read »

Thursday, Jun 13, 2013 at 11:45 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Diesels and Dads

Diesels and Dads

Is your father a major old-school train buff? Make for Sactown lickety-split. Read »

Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 at 7:49 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Father's Day Tradition: NorCal Pirate Party

Father's Day Tradition: NorCal Pirate Party

Tri-cornered hats and a whole lot of "arrrr" will go down in Vallejo. Read »

Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 at 8:28 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Group Hike, Glacier Point, Glorious Views

Group Hike, Glacier Point, Glorious Views

Get to know the national park alongside other adventurers. Read »

Monday, Jun 10, 2013 at 1:44 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Interested? Howard Hughes's Tahoe Getaway for Sale

Interested? Howard Hughes's Tahoe Getaway for Sale

The eccentric visionary's lake-close abode is on the selling block. 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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