Features comprehensive coverage of major urban areas, from San Diego to San Francisco, as well as little known jewels of the state * Guides readers to California's many wine regions, from Napa and Sonoma in the north to Temecula in the south * Offers sightseeing and practical details organized by locale, making it as easy to plan a spontaneous daytrip or weekend getaway or a month-long exploration * Highlights outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, camping, cycling, skiing - in Yosemite Valley, Lake Tahoe, and other stunning regions * Features entertainment and events, from world-class museums to small-town farmers' markets * Includes frank, often funny, commentary on the state's people, places, and popular culture from a well-informed California native