California for Dummies [Paperback]

Cheryl Farr Leas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 6, 2000 | Series: Dummies Travel (Book 52)

A gold mine of information in one complete volume.

The nation's third largest state, California offers a range of diverse attractions for any--and every--traveler, from families to couples looking for a romantic getaway. Jam-packed with everything visitors need to know, this accessible guidebook includes:

• Tips on getting around, from highwyas to airports
• Handy itineraries for families, outdoor enthusiasts, city lovers, and more
• Four-season coverage, from sunbathing at Venice Beach to skiing at Lake Tahoe
• Details on San Diego, Los Angeles & Disneyland, Palm Springs & Death Valley, San Francisco, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Wines & Redwoods country, and the scenic Pacific Coast, including Carmel and Santa Barbara

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From the Back Cover

Your insider's guide to the best places and prices

Zero in on the perfect Golden State vacation From Yosemite and San Francisco to Hollywood and Disneyland, California offers more ways to have fun than almost anywhere else on the planet. But where do you begin? Relax! This easy guide is all you need to plan your California dream vacation.

Discover: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you should't miss—and what you can skip Concise, selective recommendations The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Dozens of detailed maps

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About the Author

About the Author Cheryl Farr Leas began exploring California more than 15 years ago as a resident of Los Angeles, where she married the man of her dreams in a sushi bar with a view (see Yamashiro in Chapter 21). When she's not traveling the Golden State to visit friends and family — or just to bask in some high-quality California sunshine — she calls Brooklyn, New York, home. She also writes the Frommer's New York City travel guides, is author of Hawaii For Dummies (new in late 2000), and contributes to such publications as Continental Airlines' in-flight magazine, Daily Variety, and Frommer's USA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (October 6, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764561588
• ISBN-13: 978-0764561580
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,648,580 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great travel guide for a vacation to California, October 30, 2002

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This review is from: California for Dummies, Second Edition (Paperback)

Going to a place for the first time like California, we felt innundated by choices of where to go and what to do. This guide provided everything we needed...from tips on getting around to the best places to stay and eat. It didn't dumb down and really sent us to the perfect places.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must if you are vacationing in California!, June 10, 2008

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This review is from: California For Dummies (Dummies Travel) (Paperback)

I purchased this book and read it cover to cover before my recent trip to California. I can't express enough how helpful it was. Everything just made sense. I felt like I knew a lot about the state before I even went there and when I was there it all clicked. We even tried a couple of hotel recommendations with great success. (The Fogcatcher Inn in Cambria, near Hearst Castle was wonderful). This book is for someone planning to VACATION in California. The places that are not tourist worthy are not mentioned and they tell you that from the get go. Trust me, the vacation destinations are all here and written about in great easy to read detail. You will be glad you bought this book before your trip.

2.0 out of 5 stars Not good not bad!, July 1, 2011

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This review is from: California For Dummies (Dummies Travel) (Paperback)

This book gives a list of hotels and restaurants and tips related to weather and means of transport. It was outdated in regard to prices & some addresses. Also it had a list of attractions but not enough details. Also it misses some of the nicer areas to visit. however if you want a basic idea about where to go, it emphasizes the best attractions. Note that it includes no pictures, also very bulky to carry around