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<p><i>Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher</i> </p><p><b><i>Lonely Planet</i></b> <b><i>Coastal California </i></b>is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Ride the surf in the south, hug a redwood in the north, and discover the great cities of San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of coastal California and begin your journey now! </p><p><b>Inside <i>Lonely Planet</i> <i>Coastal California</i> Travel Guide: </b> </p><ul> <li><b>Color </b>maps and images throughout <li><b>Highlights</b> <b>and itineraries</b> help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests <li><b>Insider tips</b> to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots <li><b>Essential info</b> <b>at your fingertips</b> - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices <li><b>Honest reviews for all budgets</b> - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss <li><b>Cultural insights</b> give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - food, wine, landscape, geography, lifestyle, culture, art, music, film, environment, flora, fauna. <li><b>More than</b> <b>70</b> <b>maps</b> <li><b>Covers</b> San Francisco, Marin County, Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Santa Barbara County, Los Angeles, San Diego, Disneyland & Orange County and more </li></ul><p><b>The Perfect Choice: </b><b><i>Lonely Planet</i></b> <b><i>Coastal California</i>, </b> our most comprehensive guide to coastal California, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.<i> </i></p><ul> <li>Looking for a guide focused on one of California's major cities? Check out Lonely Planet's<b> <i>Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California</i> </b>or <b><i>San Francisco</i> </b>guides for a comprehensive look at all these cities have to offer; <b><i>Discover San