Worth the Trip
Our daily look at deals and getaways
Tuesday, Jul 26, 2011 at 1:38 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Petite Syrah on the Rails

Petite Syrah on the Rails

Take an "historic vintage train" near Livermore while enjoying a glass or two of something ruddy and rich. Read »

Tuesday, Jul 5, 2011 at 10:26 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Wines and Will (Shakespeare)

Wines and Will (Shakespeare)

Theater and opera fans make for Livermore wine country. Read »

Wednesday, Jun 29, 2011 at 4:09 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Bocce Championships Finals

Bocce Championships Finals

Who is going to the World Bocce Championships next May? It's coming down to the wire. Read »

Thursday, Jun 2, 2011 at 12:35 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

93rd Annual Livermore Rodeo

93rd Annual Livermore Rodeo

The longtime hoedown preps the parading and pageantry. Read »

Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Biking Through Livermore Wine Country

Biking Through Livermore Wine Country

The DoubleTree has a two-wheeled, tasting-nice package on. Read »

Thursday, Mar 17, 2011 at 11:30 AM
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By Alysia Gray Painter

Livermore Barrel Tasting Weekend

Livermore Barrel Tasting Weekend

Over two dozen Livermore libationeries will be lining up the glasses, and the discounts, too. 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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