First Edition
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, 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, woodsy cabins
- Campgrounds in the wilds, civilised 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, cybercafes and discos
- Music everywhere, from the Hollywood Bowl to the California State Fair
Practical info, great maps
- Airfare deals, how to get around
- Tips on travelling smart and losing the crowds
- Clear easy-to-read maps
