California (UpCLOSE S.)

by etc. (Editor), Eugene Fodor (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $38.95

  THE GUIDE THAT GETS YOU TO THE heart &; soul OF CALIFORNIA
  upCLOSE California is smart, fun, and informative. It gives
  you quirky, never-obvious facts about major sights, as well as the
  lowdown on the minor ones. It's in-the-know about what's going on. It
  reveals the essence of the Golden State and helps you get the most
  California for your travel dollar. In short, it's the best of all
  possible travel companions.
  All the places to go, from Hollywood to the redwoods
  The coast, the mountains, the cities, the lakes, the desert
  Hearst Castle, Universal Studios, the Wine Country, and Yosemite
  Seaside walks in Monterey, panning for gold in the Sierra foothills
  Roughing it in Death Valley, lazing away the day in Santa Barbara
  Tell-all reviews of small hotels, cozy B&; Bs
  Where to stay that's charming (and doesn't cost an arm and a leg)
  Big Sur on a budget, Carmel for a song, San Francisco with class
  Country B&; Bs, city hostels, ocean- view motels, and woodsy cabins
  Campgrounds in the wilds, civilized sites with all the amenities
  The buzz on restaurants, nightlife, and the arts
  The best of California cuisine, in town and on the road
  Nightclubs, wine bars, cybercafe s, and discos
  Music everywhere, from the Hollywood Bowl to the California State Fair
  Practical info, great maps
  Airfare deals and how to get around
  Tips on traveling smart and losing the crowds
  Clear, easy-to-read maps