Travel calendar
VICTORIA, CANADA
Christmas & Carousels
When, where: Through Jan. 6, Butchart Gardens
Highlights: This annual event features tens of thousands of strung lights, scenes from the 12 days, outdoor ice skating, live music and caroling.
Cost: About $23.50; $12 for ages 13 to 17; $3 for ages 5 to 12; free for ages 4 and younger; group discounts available
Info: (866) 652-4422, https://www.butchartgardens.com
CHELAN, WASH.
Lake Chelan Winterfest
When, where: Jan. 14-16, various venues
Highlights: The entire town is involved in a winter transformation that involves music, sleigh rides and fireworks. Ice sculptures on display.
Cost: Many events are free; buttons granting access to most events that require admission cost $5
Info: (800) 424-3526, https://www.lakechelanwinterfest.com
SAN DIEGO
Restaurant Week
When, where: Jan. 16-21, various restaurants
Highlights: More than 180 San Diego dining venues showcase their chefs’ talents in the form of memorable — and relatively affordable — three-course meals.
Cost: $20, $30 or $40, depending on the restaurant, for fixed-price, three-course meals
Info: (619) 232-3101, https://www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com
EUGENE, ORE.
Oregon Truffle Festival
When, where: Jan. 28-30, Valley River Inn
Highlights: Eugene is, outside of Europe, one of the top locations for growing truffles. This sixth annual festival celebrates their harvest with demonstrations, tastings and meals.
Cost: Tickets start at $15; comprehensive packages cost more than $1,000
Info: (503) 296-5929, https://www.oregontrufflefestival.com
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