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This 60-minute tour of the third largest state in the U.S. must necessarily speed through its many aspects: major cities, theme parks, national parks, mountains, and ocean views. Starting in San Diego, writer-narrator Robert White gives some brief state history as he takes viewers through historic Old Town to the renowned zoo and up to Palm Springs for the aerial tramway ride over desert and mountain. A visit to the mission at San Juan Capistrano, known for its bell tower and the swallows that return every year, is included. Then it's north to Los Angeles for a look at such landmarks as the Walk of Fame in Hollywood and Olvera Street's open-air market. Viewers get a glimpse of Santa Barbara, Morro Bay, and Hearst Castle on their way up the Central Coast to San Francisco and the Napa Valley wine country. Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, and the redwoods all receive their breathtaking due. There's little time for relaxation during this whirlwind tour, but AAA provides viewers with ample ideas for their own California vacation.
--Kimberly Heinrichs
From the back cover
California, here we come! A dazzling video tour of the Golden State. It's all here: the towering majesty of the redwoods, the charm of old San Francisco, the panoramic splendor of Big Sur, the glamour and glitz of Hollywood plus the beauty of the desert country and mountain ranges. All this plus an insightful look at the state's rich history. Beautifully filmed, it's an exiting look at our most populous state that will offer thrills for the entire family and become the perfect prelude for making the tour in person.
