California

Tempt vertigo on the hills of San Francisco and rub elbows with a star in an LA boutique. Sample syrahs in the Wine Country, cruise cliff-hugging Hwy 1 or hike in the heat of Death Valley. Whether you're a city slicker, road tripper or adrenaline junkie, grab this in-depth,, cheeky guide and let our local authors steer you to the treasures of the Golden State. Plot your route - 120 detailed maps and seven handy itineraries help you navigate and plan your adventure.
Take it outside - surfing Steamers Lane, climbing Half Donne, skiing Tahoe, diving San Diego: the scoop on the hottest California activities. Eat your heart out - hundreds of restaurant reviews, from tasty taquerias to celebrity-chef bistros. Sleep easy - the best places for California dreaming, from mountaintop campgrounds to oceanfront resorts. Cross theborder - expanded LasVegas chapter shows you how to hit the jackpot in flirty, fabulous Sin City, plus tips on heading south to Mexico.