Coastal California - Understand Coastal California and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)
This chapter contains the Coastal California Today, History, The Way of Life, On Location: Film & TV, Music & the Arts, By the Book, The Land & Wildlife, Directory A–Z, and Transportation chapters from Lonely Planet’s Coastal California guidebook.
All the info you need on everything from history, music and earthquakes, to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get tips for women travellers, gay and les-bian travellers, travellers with disabilities, and travellers with kids.
- a rundown on history, people and cultural events
- info on California’s natural beauty, including the amazing redwoods
- full coverage for foodies
- details on music and the arts
Coverage includes: Coastal California Today, History, The Way of Life, On Location: Film & TV, Music & the Arts, By the Book, The Land & Wildlife, Directory A–Z, and Transportation.
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