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Temecula, California, is located in Riverside County, which is east of Los Angeles, and north of San Diego on Interstate 15. It draws visitors with its vineyards and wineries, and rivals other wine tasting destinations in California. Temecula is an ideal vacation destination for lovers of the outdoors as well. In addition to the dozens of fine wineries, visitors can ride horseback, go hot air ballooning, play golf, and ride on over 90 miles of bike trails. Food lovers won't be disappointed either as Temecula's restaurants are keeping up with its blossoming wine industry, and offering creative gourmet fare from locally sourced suppliers.

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Travelers to Temecula by plane have their choice of airport. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately one hour to the south while Ontario Airport (ONT) is 45 minutes to the east. Car rentals are available at both locations. Temecula has a small downtown with some boutiques and lodging options. There is also a local casino on the edge of town, for those who want to try their luck.

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The weather in Temecula ranges from warm and pleasant, with temperatures in the 60s to 80s, to quite hot with temperatures of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more. However, there are the typical cool nights of a desert climate much of the time, which can reach as low as the 30s.