We all know that being "home for the holidays" is how many people enjoy the season. However, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate with a getaway that brings exposure to different climates and traditions of California cities around the state. Explore the many great options from CABBI and plan a great vacation.

Bring your whole group for a seaside escape this holiday season. Auberge Mendocino (pictured above) offers rooms with wood burning fireplaces, suites and separate cottages, all perched on the cliffs above the Pacific Ocean.

Enjoy a true "unplugged" getaway on 18 acres along California's North Coast at the Farmhouse at Riverbar Farm . You'll get a taste for a traditional holiday after a stay at this farm stay bed and breakfast.

The ultimate autumn celebration is just around the corner. Consider trying something new by celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday at the Inn at Locke House with great company and delicious food and wines.

Consider an ocean getaway during the holidays. Plan now and book a room with ocean vistas or English flower garden views from the Inn at 213 Seventeen Mile Drive. What better way to relax, shop and plan for the holidays than in beautiful Pacific Grove.

Head to Santa Barbara where the Tiffany Country House provides a beautiful retreat for the holidays. Book now and take advantage of their mid-week special!

With the holidays just around the corner, CABBI is making gift giving easier than ever. A CABBI gift certificate is a unique gift for a loved one or special friend.

Best of all, we're offering a "Three for Free" promotion which extends your gift even further! Every purchase of a CABBI gift certificate of $250 or more will receive three FREE gifts:

(1) A FREE copy of the California Bed & Breakfast Cookbook, which features culinary specialties from 133 CABBI inns across California.

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When visiting Calistoga, soak up a piece of history at the Brannan Cottage Inn. The inn's main building was once a part of the Calistoga Hot Springs Resort, built in 1860 by town founder, Samuel Brannan. The unique inn features a broad, wrap-around porch and private courtyard.

This unique version of baked eggs will be a hit with both the vegetarian and the meat-loving crowds!

INGREDIENTS

• Butter for cooking
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large bunch broccoli, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 large carrots, shredded
• 1 package mushrooms, chopped
• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 10 eggs
• black pepper

Preheat oven to 350. Saute onions, broccoli and red bell pepper in a skillet until cooked. Add carrots, mushrooms and asparagus and cook until tender. Sprinkle the cheese over the bottom of a greased 9 x 13-inch baking sheet, reserving a small amount for the top.

Add the drained, sauteed vegetables and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.Make 10 indentations in the vegetables and carefully crack one egg into each indentation; season with pepper.

Cover dish and bake for about 25 minutes, checking frequently after 20 minutes to make sure the eggs do not overcook.