NBA team looks to shift gears late in season, led by first-year coach & high-scoring veteran guard in charge against Mavericks & Hornets

Buses traverse Mojave Desert & Virgin River Gorge en route to Zion National Park, a protected haven of red-stone cliffs

Wine walk explores boutique wineries at local Walnut Creek shops

Visitors learn about conservation & animal rehabilitation by strolling past landscaped habitats that contain more than 50 animal species

Classes of up to six embark on two-hour paddleboard lessons with experienced instructors, followed by two hours of rental time

Classes of up to six embark on two-hour paddleboard lessons with experienced instructors, followed by two hours of rental time

Pupils earn licenses to dive in five classroom and five pool sessions and four ocean dives; includes two postcertification ocean dives

Professional, courteous pilots guide baskets at sunrise as flyers take in views such as local landmarks & passing birds

12-month entertainment access card grants full admission to more than 12 local venues for skiing, racing, bowling, climbing & more

Up to three passengers mount Yamaha VX 110 WaveRunners to traverse nearby lakes