Fodor's upCLOSE California (Fodor's Upclose California: The Complete Guide) Paperback - 1997

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Fodor's newest travel series is designed for travelers who want to travel well and spend less. With candid reviews and a fresh outlook, Fodor's upCLOSE points the way to authentic experiences that will take travelers away from the crowds and close to the culture -- without having to spend a fortune. Fodor's 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, cybercafs, 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