Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 09:10:58 -0700 Wed, 16 May 2012 09:10:58 -0700 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/SD-The-Gettys-Free-Summer-Music-151567015.html Wed, 16 May 2012 09:02:26 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/DumDumGirlsImage.jpg
Need a reason to drive up to the Getty? Here's a reason.

Photo Credit: Lauren Dukoff

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What better site to photograph using Instagram than Coronado and the Hotel del Coronado?

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Get-Your-AMGEN-On-151014555.html Mon, 14 May 2012 11:33:53 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/183*120/84978626.jpg
The mega bike event is hitting San Francisco and LA, but lots of fans'll avoid the throngs out around California.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Golden-Gate-Suite-151003775.html Sat, 12 May 2012 06:44:02 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/GoldenGatePalomar.jpg
Bridge buffs, your perfect hotel room has arrived.

Photo Credit: Hotel Palomar

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Teen DJs are the stars at this Ojai Valley summertime getaway.

Photo Credit: Camp Spin-Off

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Catalina-Island-Romance-150345945.html Thu, 10 May 2012 11:21:42 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Catalina_Launi.jpg
Love the old-school stylings of the big band era? Hop a boat for Avalon.

Photo Credit: J. Christopher Launi

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Sunset-at-Hearst-Castle-150833335.html Wed, 09 May 2012 13:37:17 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/HearstCastleSunset.jpg
Watch the sunset from one of the state's most beautiful terraces? While sipping a glass of local wine? Yes, please.

Photo Credit: © Hearst Castle

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Chocolate-and-Flowers-149923475.html Tue, 08 May 2012 12:57:48 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/173*120/chocolates.jpg
Your mom have a sweet tooth and love her garden walks? San Diego Botanic Gardens might have your perfect holiday outing.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/The-Deserts-Best-Dining-150221805.html Mon, 07 May 2012 11:02:19 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/PSRestaurant2012.jpg
June? In Palm Springs? Put us under a mister, with a plate of something yummy, and we're in heaven.

Photo Credit: Palm Springs Restaurant Week

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It's one of the main signs of the coming of summer in the Sierra.

Photo Credit: Kenny Karst

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Tea-in-a-Castle-150211185.html Sun, 06 May 2012 08:38:14 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/MissionInnSpires.jpg
The Mission Inn in Riverside has a special way to celebrate on the Saturday before Mother's Day.

Photo Credit: Mission Inn

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Cars-Landscapes-148951765.html Thu, 03 May 2012 14:34:32 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/197*120/CarslandVista.jpg
Are those cliffsides real? Or are they in the middle of Anaheim?

Photo Credit: Paul Hiffmeyer

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/The-Catalina-Island-Classic-149876345.html Thu, 03 May 2012 18:15:26 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/CatalinaIslandClassic.jpg
You know the twisty hills near Avalon? Now imagine skateboarding down them.

Photo Credit: Catalina Island Classic

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Happy-75th-Golden-Gate-Bridge-149159325.html Tue, 01 May 2012 12:10:12 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/GoldenGate_137708973.jpg
Love the legendary span? Make for the City by the Bay over Memorial Day Weekend.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Diana-Legacy-of-a-Princess-149102515.html Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:06:19 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Diana_74206165%282%29.jpg
A new exhibit celebrating the life of Diana, Princess of Wales will open at the Queen Mary.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Pacific-Suite-Post-Ranch-148470315.html Mon, 14 May 2012 11:25:32 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KodiakGreenwoodPacificSuite.jpg
We're clearing our start-our-the-week blues with a little Post Ranch fantasizing.

Photo Credit: Kodiak Greenwood

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Get your fill of the county's best over two savory days.

Photo Credit: OC Tastefest

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Where do you find the best brews around a famous wine country? Check your map.

Photo Credit: Beer

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Shanghai-in-Newport-Beach-148143255.html Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:43:08 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/ShanghaiCalling.jpg
The prestigious Newport Beach Film Festival once again attracts a caboodle of interesting and zingy flicks.

Photo Credit: Shanghai Calling

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Laguna-Beach-Fests-80-Day-Giveaway-148905515.html Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:09:48 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/202*120/PageantPosterMasters.jpg
The venerable Festival of the Arts turns 80 this year. And to celebrate? They're doing a grand giveaway for fans.

Photo Credit: Pageant of the Masters

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Swing down the green in Death Valley in June? Okay.

Photo Credit: Furnace Creek

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Line up those easels, artists, and put brush to canvas.

Photo Credit: Paint Ventura

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Yosemite-HD-147783865.html Sat, 21 Apr 2012 08:23:17 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/YosemiteHDHalfDome.jpg
It's nearly National Park Week. Here's a new time-lapse film to get you pumped for all of that free admission.

Photo Credit: Yosemite HD

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Del-Mars-Grand-Horse-Show-148292475.html Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:17:55 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/DelMar_74055063.jpg
Western Week just opened. Ahead? Dressage Week and Hunter/Jumper Week.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/80000-Daffodils-Abloom-147835825.html Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:50:41 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/daffodil-days1.jpg
Flowers and snow? It must be April in the mountains.

Photo Credit: Daffodils

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What's behind those walls and gates, anyway? You'll get your answer at a special annual tour.

Photo Credit: Encinitas Garden Festival and Tour

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Webbed-Feet-Whimsical-Feat-146854625.html Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:57:58 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/CalaverasFrog.jpg
The jumping frogs of Calaveras County will soon leap for glory and greatness.

Photo Credit: Jumping Frog Jubilee

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Uggie-in-OC-146889865.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:58:49 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Uggie_141881904.jpg
"The Artist" pup and a host of other animals'll appear at America's Family Pet Expo.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Forest-Opening-Desert-Closing-147032785.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 06:55:12 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/214*120/FurnaceCreekInnPool_FurnaceCreekcr.jpg
April in Death Valley? There's a deal for that.

Photo Credit: Inn at Furnace Creek

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Elvis-Honeymoon-Weekend-147083895.html Sun, 15 Apr 2012 08:59:06 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/TedTorres_Elvis.jpg
Kingly tunes and a peek at a celebrated Palm Springs abode? It's an annual desert tradition.

Photo Credit: Ted Torres

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/La-Costa-Memorial-Day-Deal-147322335.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:45:18 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/LaCostaMemorialDay.jpg
Dream of being poolside for the long weekend? Best plan now.

Photo Credit: La Costa Resort & Spa

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Dig-This-Las-Vegas-146151335.html Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:41:57 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/DigThisLasVegas.jpg
Bulldozer buff? Check out the new packages in Sin City's "heavy equipment playground."

Photo Credit: Dig This

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Big-Bear-Deal-for-Amgen-Fans147036865.html Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:44:54 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Chris-Horner-Winner4.jpg
Cycle fans ready to see Amgen roll into Big Bear have a sweet package in store.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

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It's one of the most famous street races in the world; zoom fans'll be out by the thousands.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/The-Peninsulas-Fresh-Hues-146687585.html Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:10:50 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/GrandDeluxeSuite_ForchielliGlynnPatio.jpg
The swank stay-over spot boasts Beverly Hills cred and a quartet of colorful new suites.

Photo Credit: The Peninsula

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Big-Surs-Stunning-Hikes-146266405.html Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:44:40 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Hikers_at_Point_Lobos.jpg
Wildflowers, waterfalls, and, oh yes, the beach. Find your ideal day stroll.

Photo Credit: Hikers at Point Lobos

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Easter-Al-Fresco-146362785.html Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:22:41 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/EasterEggsLaguna.jpg
Ever seen the giant eggs of the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel?

Photo Credit: Ritz-Carlton, Laguna-Niguel

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/The-Saguaros-Coachella-Weekender-146455745.html Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:13:26 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/SaguaroPalmSprings.jpg
Looking to rock out in the desert? The newest, hue-est Palm Springs getaways has a few stay-over packages left.

Photo Credit: Saguaro Palm Springs

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Catalina-Film-Fest-Honors-Stan-Lee-145394215.html Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:35:56 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/StanLee_50987604.jpg
Nope, you don't need to wait for Comic-Con to get your Spidey on.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Fallbrooks-Avocado-Festival-146134745.html Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:03:45 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/180*120/17495865.jpg
What to eat after all those chocolate eggs are stowed? Why guacamole, of course.

Photo Credit: Gregor Schuster

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Santa-Barbara-Vintners-Festival-145180315.html Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:48:50 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/180*120/iStock_000018402946Large.jpg
A four-day weekend features the artists behind our favorite labels.

Photo Credit: Wine

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Lake Shasta Caverns just kicked off its annual tour season, yes; but staffers and fans have another reason to be excited.

Photo Credit: Lake Shasta Caverns

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/The-Reagan-Centennial-Package-144294325.html Sun, 01 Apr 2012 08:38:07 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/hotelpackagewestlake.jpg
Planning on a Reagan Library visit during this, the president's centennial year? Westlake Village Inn has a popular package on.

Photo Credit: Westlake Village Hotel

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Mountain-Lion-Cubs-OC-Zoo-Debut-145199765.html Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:37:06 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/OCZooLionCubs.jpg
A "newly renovated enclosure" awaits the pair. Plus, a naming contest for us humans.

Photo Credit: OC Zoo

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Bubbles-Bubbles-Everywhere-144256885.html Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:12:21 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/214*120/BubblefestOC2.jpg
Can you make a bubble inside a bubble inside a bubble?

Photo Credit: Discovery Science Center

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Gaultier-in-San-Francisco-144696055.html Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:10:59 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/192*120/GaultierExhibit.jpg
The designer's epic costumes and designs take centerstages at the de Young Museum.

Photo Credit: Jean Paul Gaultier

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Octavius-and-Nobu-144287725.html Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:49:34 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/OctaviusTower1.jpg
The newest Caesars Palace tower debuted earlier this year; the next is up for later in 2012. Get details.

Photo Credit: Caesars Palace

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Earth-Day-in-the-National-Parks-143890306.html Sun, 08 Apr 2012 09:54:50 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/BridalveilFallKennyKarst.jpg
Go on a Earth Day bike ride in of the world's most beloved valleys. Or celebrate a candlelit Earth Hour at the Wuksachi.

Photo Credit: Kenny Karst

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/blogs/worth-the-drive/Swank-Mad-Men-Party-144038566.html Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:35:09 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/218*120/MadMenPearl.jpg
Fedora? Check. Cool cat attitude? Check. Cocktail-holding post? Check. Now, best get to the Pearl Hotel pronto.

Photo Credit: Pearl Hotel

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You need your springtime book fests? Your wordy week is just ahead.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

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