Travel Ticker feeds foodies up and down California's coast

Travel Ticker has some great deals that foodies can sink their forks into from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The popular web site claims a study by CNBC calls "California home to 3 of the top foodie towns in the country: San Francisco, Santa Rosa and Santa Barbara. And to lure you there, they are offering the following savory specials:

San Francisco area: 35% off penthouse suites -- from $199-- spacious, top floor rooms with ocean views. at the Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay which is located 45 minutes south of San Francisco, has Penthouse Ocean View Suites from $199. WiFi, parking, and breakfast are included. Valid March 23-April 28 (2-night min.). Book by April 28.

San Francisco: 30% off hotel near Union Square, from $93: stays at the King George Hotel, located two blocks from Union Square, for rates that start at $93 in April -- that's up to 30% off, with free WiFi, nightly wine party for $93 rate on April 1-7.

Catalina Island trips with hotel, ferry ride, and extras -- $92+: Travel 22-miles across the sea from Los Angeles to this quaint, tourist spot and stay at the Catalina Island hotel stay(includes around-trip ferry ride) from $92 per person, per night at the Hotel Villa Portofino. Many other hotels with extras are available. Good now-April 14.

55% off San Diego waterfront resort w/upgrade, breakfast, from $95: head down to San Diego by car, plane or Amtrak and bed down at Humphreys Half Moon Inn & Suites for $95 midweek and $105 on weekends between now and May 26. You can also get a complimentary room upgrade at check-in (based on availability) and continental breakfast for two. "The key to budget travel is to approach in advance. When it happens to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved trips and/or going to see new destinations we have never been before, the actuality of cost and budgeting is generally in the back of our heads. Considering and spending our travel budget wisely is a priority for most families. Lowering expending and costs, while still enjoying your vacation to its fullest, is the key to confirmed accomplishment and fiscal obligation. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thought behind saving money while traveling is simple: Even if your personal finances is really limited, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also keeping in mind that while traveling, whether on a funds or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a large vacation or travel costs!..".

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