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Living in Los Angeles can make a person crazy. So weekend getaways are almost essential to maintain sanity. Thankfully, there are several great areas within reasonable driving times that make weekend-tripping possible.
On this page:San Diego Weekend, Big Bear Weekend, Santa Barbara Weekend, Las Vegas Weekend.
San Diego Weekend
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Balboa Park
Read ReviewsLaurel St at Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
The nation's largest outdoor cultural park houses the famous San Diego Zoo, plus museums, top restaurants, local theaters and acres of open space.
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Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Read Reviews2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)
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Flower Fields
Read Reviews5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (map)
Another destination drive in the early Spring to see the Ranunculus flowers in bloom and enjoy the fresh strawberries from the surrounding fields.
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Mission San Juan Capistrano
Write a review31522 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693 (map)
A nice driving destination for the day.
Big Bear Weekend
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Eagle's Nest Bed and Breakfast Lodge
Write a review41675 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (map)
We love this little B&B. We always get the cabin with the kitchen and just hang out in our "room" for the weekend -- enjoying the quiet, the fresh air...and did I mention the QUIET?
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Leather Depot
Read Reviews40794 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (map)
This is a staple window shopping stop for me -- to drool over great bags mostly. They also have some great jewelry to choose from.
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Teddy Bear Restaurant
Read Reviews583 Pine Knot Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (map)
The best place in BB to have breakfast. It's crowded all day...so waiting is expected...but worth it.
Santa Barbara Weekend
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Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
Read Reviews931 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (map)
A "hidden" gem for relaxing and enjoying the sun of Santa Barbara. Get a room on the 2nd floor that has the big patio with chaise lounges above the pool.
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Holdren's
Read Reviews512 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (map)
Spend the afternoon window shopping on State St, and end it with a wonderful indulgence at Holdren's with a great steak or a relaxing cocktail.
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Old Mission
Read Reviews2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (map)
Visit the mission...learn a little history and enjoy the views of downtown Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean.
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Pierre Lafond
Read Reviews516 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (map)
Don't let the casual atmosphere fool you. The food at Pierre Lafond (both for breakfast and dinner) is tasty, fresh and reasonably priced.
Las Vegas Weekend
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Paris Las Vegas Hotel
Read Reviews3655 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (map)
My Strip hotel back up...it's conveniently located and connects to the hotel next door.
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South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa
Read Reviews9777 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89183 (map)
These days our favorite place to stay. Close enough to the Strip to see a show and far enough away to be away from the insanity.
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Sushi Mon
Read Reviews9770 S Maryland Pkwy Ste 3, Las Vegas, NV 89183 (map)
A hidden sushi gem in a mall parking lot off Strip. It's always packed with diners enjoying fresh and tasty sushi. They have some creative and interesting offerings, too.
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