Wine Grapes have been cultivated in California’s verdant valleys since the days of the Spanish missions in the eighteenth century. Since the 1970s, the California wine country has been among the world’s premier wine-growing regions, and California wines hold their own against the best of Europe and elsewhere. Beyond the well-known vintners of the Sonoma and Napa valleys, the Golden State is home to quality wine producers from Mendocino to Santa Barbara. The temperate climate and lush landscapes that make this state an ideal locale for wine production also offer spectacular scenery for leisurely drives and backroads adventures. A tour through the wine country is a tour through the history of California, a journey back to the Old West, a wilderness adventure, an encounter with American literary icons, and much more. The mystique and history of California’s wine regions are captured in full glory in Backroads of the California Wine Country. From the misty northern appellations of Mendocino County to the hot, dry flatlands of Paso Robles, in the wilds of the Santa Cruz Mountains and along the placid Russian River, writer Karen Misuraca and photographer Gary Crabbe lead you on an informative and colorful tour of the most spectacular landscapes of California, offering myriad excursions for wine-lovers and weekend adventurers alike.

Backroads of the California Wine Country: Your Guide to the Wine Country's Most Scenic Backroad Adventures

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Misuraca, Karen

Beverages & Wine

Voyageur Pr

From sprawling beaches to dramatic cliffs, the landscapes carved out by the mighty Pacific Ocean have been a destination for adventure and discovery since the earliest Spanish explorers arrived in the 1600s. While here and there the coastal wilderness has given way to California’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities, the backroads and mountain lanes afford countless opportunities to experience the quiet of nature or explore the history of centuries-old communities. Visit sleepy fishing villages and historic landmarks of the Old West; hike through lush wilderness and fish in clear mountain streams; or catch some waves at one of the many pristine beaches along California’s glorious coastline. With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, Backroads of the California Coast offers two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation's most glorious landscapes.

Backroads of the California Coast: Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

Voyageur Press

For every golfer who loves to travel, this is the ultimate guide to America's legendary golf resorts and to fairways worldwide, from the windswept moors at Gleneagles in the Scottish Highlands to cactus-bordered greens above the surf in Baja, California. A sampling of resorts... *In Florida: Amelia Island Plantation, Grand Cypress Resort, and World Golf Village, Doral--home of the "Blue Monster"*In California: The spectacular desert golf complex at La Quinta, the Four Seasons Aviara, and Pebble Beach in Monterey *In the Southwest: The grand old Broadmoor in Colorado and seven famous resorts in Arizona--including the Boulders and the fabulous Phoenician *In Scotland: The Old Course--every golfer's dream--plus Turnberry and Carnoustie *In Ireland: Adare Manor and the K Club--both new resorts with luxurious hostelries in centuries-old mansions Written by an avid golfer and seasoned writer, this full-color guide also describes other courses in the vicinity of the featured resorts plus nearby historic sights, restaurants, and other outdoor recreation opportunities for non-golfers. PGA Tour pros offer advice, and the author gives tips for golfing in Europe and for traveling with golf equipment. Each profile includes complete contact information and details on golf packages. Lavish color photographs of each resort make this a perfect gift for a golfer.

100 Best Golf Resorts of the World: Packed With Solid Advice on Best Places to Play and Stay

Sports & Outdoors

Golf

Globe Pequot Pr

A guide to hundreds of family attractions and events throughout the northern half of the Golden State, from panning for gold and river rafting in Jamestown to riding a 1-mile-long tram in South Lake Tahoe.

Fun With the Family in Northern California: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips With Kids (FUN WITH FAMILY IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA)

Travel

United States

This book features 26 great two- and three-day getaways from San Francisco, with trips to redwood forests, Big Sur, Sutter Creek, and the newest Napa Valley wineries.

Quick Escapes San Francisco: 26 Weekend Getaways from the Bay Area

From tours of wineries and vineyard walks to wildlife sanctuaries and inns by the sea, there are many options to getaway from the bustle of San Francisco. Discover twenty-six destinations, complete with details on things to do, places to stay, and where to dine.

Insiders Guide Quick Escapes San Francisco: Getaways From The Bay Area

GPP Travel

Discover the treasures of Yosemite, from the offerings of the national park to the attractions available in the surrounding areas. This authoritative guide shows visitors and residents alike how to make the most out of a trip with insider information on campgrounds and lodging, restaurants, events, activities, and tours, hiking and backpacking, and much more.

Insiders' Guide to Yosemite

Cass, Maxine

Food, Lodging & Transportation

Insiders Guides

An extensive section on Yosemite National Park plus tips on other great ways to enjoy the arts and outdoors of Northern California make this guide a necessity for any family planning a visit to the state.

Insiders' Guide Fun With the Family Northern California: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips With the Kids (Fun With Family)

Specialty Travel

Fun with the Family Northern California leads the way to amusement parks, historical attractions, children’s museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more.

Fun with the Family Northern California: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips With the Kids (FUN WITH FAMILY)

Quick Escapes From San Francisco takes the work out of trip planning and features easy-to-follow, carefully planned itineraries for 36- to 48-hour getaways from the metropolitan area.

Quick Escapes® From San Francisco: The Best Weekend Getaways

Globe Pequot

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