Experience the best of Coastal California. We'll take you along every cliff-hugging curve of this stunning shoreline, with stops in the hippie hamlets, redwood groves, fishing villages, state parks, wine countries, sunsoaked beaches and dazzling cities that make the California coast like no other.

Perfect for short visits to the city. Features more unique off-the-beaten track places so people can have a more authentic Las Vegas experience. Up-to-date and honest reviews of everything, from casinos to shows to all-you-can-eat buffets. Revamped Casinos & Gambling chapter showcases the best of the glitz.

Hit the road for a classic American journey through forests, fields, metropolises and oases. Whether it's day-tripping from New York City, cruising along the Mississippi, delving into the Grand Canyon, or driving the California coast, this definitive guide inspires you to go the distance and discover the USA's very best.

Lonely Planet knows California. This 5th edition guarantees adventures across the Golden State, whether you're tasting small-batch pinots in Sonoma, reliving the Gold Rush or cruising the last leg of Route 66 on the ultimate beach-bound road trip.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.In This Guide:Expanded Outdoors chapter covering 21 activities to get you closer to natureNew Food chapter showcases California's best drinks and delicaciesGreen Index directs you to sustainable listings

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