With so many one-of-a-kind destination spots in California, you can stay in the Golden State and feel like you've traveled worlds away.

Escape to an island in the San Francisco Bay where you can enjoy a piece of history, magnificent views and an amazing dining experience. The East Brother Lighthouse (pictured above) is a fully-restored light station, built in 1873. Your unique stay will begin with a boat ride to the station, champagne reception and stories of lighthouse lore. A multi-course gourmet dinner and breakfast are included in the rate and all of the five rooms have views of the bay and surrounding cities.

Experience a unique getaway at Glendeven Inn, a luxury oceanview farmstead in Mendocino's Little River area on the California coast. The inn is set on eight acres which you'll share with grazing llamas and a resident flock of hens who will gladly share their eggs for a delicious three-course, in-room breakfast.

If you have ever wanted to relax in a mineral or mud bath - Calistoga is the place to do it. And the place to stay is Hideaway Cottages. Now through September 24, enjoy their "Sip and Splash" mid-week package which includes complimentary wine tastings at nearby wineries, massage and gourmet breakfast. Plus, keep the plush monogrammed pool towel after taking a splash in the thermal mineral water swimming pool and hot tub.

Enjoy an island vacation without the travel headaches when you visit Coronado near San Diego. Recently re-opened after a complete renovation, the 1906 Lodge at Coronado is truly a historic gem. Book now and receive a mid-week special of 50 percent off your minimum two-night stay, available through August 27.

So let CABBI help you take the ordinary out of your trip this summer!

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Summer is a busy time in Santa Cruz. If you want to visit and avoid the crowds, book a room at the Historic Sand Rock Farm Bed & Breakfast, located just outside the city.

While there, be sure to try their goat cheese souffle - one of their most popular recipes. If you make it at home this summer, the innkeepers recommend serving it on top of a seasonal salad.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, plus extra for buttering ramekins
• 3 tablespoons cake flour
• 1 cup milk
• 10 ounces goat cheese, divided
• 3 eggs yolks
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup egg whites (about 7 egg whites)

Preheat oven to 425. Butter 12 (5-ounce) ramekins or standard muffin cups. Dust with breadcrumbs, then turn out excess breadcrumbs. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisking constantly, add flour. Whisk in milk and cook for about 3 minutes, until mixture has thickened to the consistency of a thin pudding.

Crumble 3/4 of the goat cheese into a bowl. Pour hot milk mixture over goat cheese; mix well. Add egg yolks; mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Beat egg whites with a mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold 1/2 of egg whites into milk mixture, then fold in remaining egg whites. Divide 1/2 of milk mixture among the ramekins. Crumble remaining goat cheese into ramekins, then top with remaining milk mixture.

Put ramekins in a large baking pan. Add enough boiling water to baking pan to come halfway up the side of ramekins. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden. Remove from oven and let ramekins stand in pan for 15 minutes. Using a towel to hold ramekins, run a knife around the inside rim to loosen souffles. Turn out souffles onto serving plate to serve.