Cheap Eats

Don't have the time or the cash to experience some of the best cuisine in L.A.? Try a walking Tasting Tour, which fills you up with some of L.A.'s finest delicacies and gives you a chance to walk off the calories. There are three by Melting Pot Tours that cover Pasadena, L.A.,'s Latin American cuisine and the Farmer's Market. Prices range from $25 for kids up to $59 for adults.

Cheap Anaheim

If you're planning a trip to Disneyland soon, don't forget to check out this page by the Orange County Visitor's Bureau. It's got some great Anaheim/Disneyland coupons to use, including 20% off at CPK, free appetizers at Rain Forest Cafe and even 10% off at the McDonald's across from Disneyland.

Cheap Valentine's Day

It doesn't have to be expensive. The best L.A. deal is probably at the Americana at Brand shopping/entertainment center, where you can get a three-course meal at one of five restaurants, two AMC movie tix and free valet parking, all for $60/couple. The promotion runs Feb. 1 to April 28.

Cheap Whale Watching

Seeing the whales is exciting, but it can also be pricey. You can get have a whale watching experience without the wallet drain the weekend of February 19-20. The Santa Monica Pier Aquarium is setting up an observation station at the end of the pier with binoculars so you can get a look at the migrating behemoths. Admission is free for children under 12 and there's a suggested donation of $5 for everyone else.