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Bargains make Laughlin great Vegas alternative If you're a little older and want to spend a little less money, then Laughlin, Nevada, will give you all the perks without financial penalty. La Quinta is luxury oasis in California desert La Quinta Resort is one of the finest luxury resorts in the desert near Palm Springs Point Reyes: Great coastline near San Francisco Point Reyes is a breathtaking piece of coastline near San Francisco that's like a little bit of Ireland La Conner Washington is charming waterfont getaway Charming La Conner is a picturesque village where postcard views include the water, the mountains, colorful farmlands and plenty of the green Northwest. Charming cottage perfect for visiting Hearst Castle Storybook cottage in Cambria offers quiet coastal getaway that is close to Hearst Castle, wineries and many other attractions. Sorensen's cabins offer uinique stay in Tahoe backcountry Sorensen's cabins offer a unique getaway experience near historic towns and smack in the middle of world-class scenery California resort has Mexican beach feel Mandalay Beach, near Oxnard, California, is just like traveling to a Mexican beach resort -- only it's a lot easier to get to Mandalay Beach. Take a vacation in yesteryear at Columbia State Park Columbia State Historic Park is a fascinating collection of historic buildings and businesses that depict was life was like during the California Gold Rush of the mid-19th Century. Families enjoy vacations at San Diego's Warner Springs Warner Springs Resort keeps families coming back generation after generation to enjoy a relaxed outdoor experience in the foothills above the California desert. Trendy Santa Monica is cool CA vacation Santa Monica is home to hip and trendy restaurants and shops and the perfect place to experience L.A. sizzle. La Jolla is San Diego's upscale jewel Upscale shops and lodgings and beautiful vistas make LaJolla Village the Beverly Hills of San Diego Ventura combines scenery, charming town Located on the way to many famous beach destinations, Ventura actually has all you need right there. No need to drive any further. Log cabin stay like being in Sound of Music The colorful foothills and great mountain views around Leavenworth, Washington, make it perfect for a vacation stay in a log home. Coronado is a San Diego island treat Coronado Island is where California's charm, scenery and beach culture all come together in one beautiful place. Stay on a 40-foot yacht in California Delta The California Delta has become a boater's dream but is also a great place for weekend exploration in your car with its charming cities, waterfront restaurants and unique lodgings, Sausalito different world from San Francisco Charming Sausalito is a quiet, enchanting place to stay to soak up the atmosphere of San Francisco Bay while avoiding Big City traffic. Vintage beachhouse perfect Seattle hideaway Historical beachfront cottage on Bainbridge Island is just a short ferry ride from the hustle and bustle of downtown Seattle. Historic wine train is big hit in Napa The Napa Valley Wine Train will take you through gorgeous vineyards and fascinating towns as you dine on gourmet food and drink the best wine Napa has to offer. Harris Ranch breaks up long I-5 CA drive Resort-style amenities and great prime steaks await those traveling up and down I-5 in California's Central Valley. Amtrak trip to Santa Barbara true getaway The Santa Barbara Car Free Project will make it worth your while to take the train or plane to their fine city. You'll get discounts on just about everything you do. Clear Lake is beacon for California recreation California visitors sometimes overlook the charm and beauty of inland lakes such as Clear Lake, just a two-hour drive north from San Francisco. Cannery Row keeps 'em coming to Monterey Tourists flock to Monterey to visit Cannery Row and a multitude of attractions that are ideal for family vacation. Oceanside one of San Diego's best beach areas San Diego's bedroom community of Oceanside has become a destination of its own with new hotels, trendy new restaurants and three and a half miles of gorgeous beach. Tourists flock to filming location of the Birds Ever since Alfred Hitchcock chose Bodega Bay as the backdrop for "The Birds" this scenic area has been an especially popular tourist attraction. The secret's out on California's Shaver Lake Shaver Lake, east of Fresno, California, has long been popular with local residents as a vacation lake -- but now many more Californians are discovering its charms. Sequoia National Park holds underground surprises Crystal Cave is an amazing discovery that the entire family will enjoy on their trip to California's Sequoia National Park. Canoe through the California redwoods The Russian River, located in California's gorgeous Sonoma County, is perfect for a gentle paddle through some of the state's most spectacular scenery. Stay overnight in an authentic 20th Century riverboat The historic Delta King brings the riverboat experience to the Sacramento River. While it doesn't go anywhere, the Delta King does give you a unique overnight getaway. Wineries make visit to Temecula well worth it Temecula, California, is like Napa was a couple of decades ago and well worth a visit if you enjoy great wine, scenic views and excellent accommodations. Segways offer San Francisco waterfront advenure Many visitors are discovering an exciting new way to tour the San Francisco waterfront -- on Segway machines. These machines are easy to maneuver yet fun to operate. Mendocino: California's New England fishing village The site chosen for the New England town in Murder She Wrote was Mendocino, California, a charming coastal community that offers an unbeatable combination of upscale lodging and scenic beauty. Santa Cruz like a microcosm of California attractions Santa Cruz is a great place to sample all that is great about California -- beaches, tall Redwoods and a cosmopolitan city. Visiting San Diego? Try staying in Carlsbad Just 30 minutes north of San Diego, Carlsbad has become a popular base of operations for San Diego vacations. Major hotels, great shopping, restaurants and theme parks are all within a short drive. Check out 15 great museums at San Diego's Balboa Park Home to the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park is well worth spending extra time visiting its 15 fascinating museums. California beach culture big part of L.A. visit Redondo Beach offers a great place to stay on the beach while still only minutes from the major L.A. tourist attractions. Resort at Indio attracts California families The Resort at Indio is a new condo resort east of Palm Springs that features several pools, waterspouts, Jacuzzi tubs and even a man-made river guests can float down. California bed-and-breakfasts offer many options California bed-and-breakfasts can be as simple as an extra room in a house or as elaborate as a waterfront resort. Here we offer several of our favorites. Want to see it all? Stay in downtown Los Angeles Los Angeles could well lay claim to the "center of the universe" -- or at least the entertainment universe. With so much to see and do with such a short distance, try a stay smack in the middles of downtown LA for a rewarding vacation experience. Underground California: more than meets the eye Some of California's greatest attractions are actually underground. Got history? Check out California's Sonora With its picture-perfect steeples, Old West bars and historical Main Street, California's Sonora is a Gold Rush town well worth visiting. Cruise vacation is a 'sampler' of several exotic locations Is cruising the best vacation for you? Regardless of your age and preferences, there are cruise lines and destinations that will appeal to you. Think of cruising as a "sampler" vacation, visiting several destinations to see where you might want to come back and spend more time. Love wine? Then Napa is your Mecca With more than 600,000 acres of vineyards, the Napa Valley region of California is the premiere wine region of California and offers many vacation thrills for lovers of fine wine. March AFB Museum is fascinating look at history of aviation March Air Force Base, just east of the Los Angeles basin, is a fascinating look at the history of military aviation and features more than 60 vintage aircraft for up-close inspection. Legendary Balboa Bay Club now open to public The historic Balboa Bay Club, playground for Hollywood's elite, has opened its doors to non-members who now can enjoy total luxury and pay for it one weekend at a time. New park lodgings enhance Redwoods experience Redwood National and State Parks are partnering with private enterprise to provide first-rate lodging within the park's boundaries. Drive to Point Arena one of California's most scenic Head over to Bodega from the main north-south freeway of Highway 101 and you're in for a treat. Some of California's best coastal scenery is on the drive north to Point Arena. Learn California history and enjoy unique getaway California's historic lodgings offer a unique getaways, and a little bit of Golden State history as well. Getty Museum dazzles with collection of fine art Ten years after its opening, L.A.'s Getty Museum is better than ever -- and has a lot shorter lines. Westlake Village Inn an oasis near bigtime L.A. attractions The enchanting Westlake Village Inn offers an elegant respite from L.A.'s big-city traffic, yet it's close to Malibu, Santa Monica and other Los Angeles attractions. Central California wine region like Tuscany Wineries, vineyards and views of Central California coastal wine region closely resemble those of Tuscany, Italy. Marin's small towns charm Bay area tourists Several charming small towns are just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. Balboa Island: charming on foot or by boat Balboa Island has some of the most expensive homes and real estate in the country, as well as a charming downtown. But there's no need to live there to sample the good life. Looking for San Diego beaches? Try Mission Bay San Diego's Mission Bay is a great base of operations for your next visit to San Diego. It offers an excellent beach resort, lots of beaches, trails, parks and, of course, sunshine. Big Sur offers best of California scenery Big Sur offers some of the most spectacular scenery on the California coast and is well worth the short drive along curvy roads from Carmel. Sonoma Valley offers smalltown charm, bigtime wine One of the premiere wine regions of California is the Sonoma Valley which offers wine every bit as good as nearby Napa Valley, but still retains a small-town character with more family-run wineries than huge conglomerates. Sideways movie put spotlight on Santa Barbara wineries The movie hit Sideways drew attention to one of the most scenic wine-making regions of California. Visitors will remember many filming locations as they tour the area. LA visitors get close-up look at movie-making A visit to Los Angeles is a great opportunity to see movies being made. Whether you visit the major studios or find one of the many location shoots, it's fun to see how movies and television shows are made. Luxurious Ojai Resort is like attending 5-star college California's luxurious Ojai Valley Resort and Spa is almost like going back to college with all of its classes and activities -- although, this time, your accommodations will be considerably more comfortable than your college dorm or apartment. Scenic Lake Arrowhead popular with families Southern California's Lake Arrowhead has long been a playground for the movie stars, but it's also a great destination for a family vacation. Wild West lives on at California's ghost towns California's ghost towns are a great way to see what life was like back in the late 19th Century when gold and silver brought many new settlers to the region. Two places in particular -- Calico Ghost Town and Bodie -- are great stops on your next California getaway. Methow Valley: Washington's hidden gem The Methow Valley offers Northwest visitors charming small towns, abundant recreational opportunities and the majestic North Cascades National Park, one of the most scenic areas in the United States. Kids will find California aquariums a fun stop California boasts some of the best aquariums in the country. These facilities are sure to please the youngsters in your family, who will not only have fun, but learn from the experience. Scenic backroads enhance Sonoma wine tour The wineries and historic towns of Sonoma County are ideal for a backroads adventure on your next California vacation. Danish village offers family-oriented California getaway If bakeries and beer gardens are high on your list of vacation amenities, you couldn’t do better than a visit to Solvang, the Danish-inspired theme community just a half-hour drive from Santa Barbara. Greenhorn Ranch will give you a healthier heart A visit to Greenhorn Guest Ranch is like a return to childhood innocence and will make your heart soar. The ranch offers a family-style vacation where parents and kids enjoy horseback riding, pond fishing, frog-jumping contests and much more.

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