The Golden State of California is the third largest and most populous state in the United States. California’s history includes its Mexican past, the gold rush, and its world famous entertainment business (Hollywood) as well as the many hi-tech successes of Silicon Valley. Although many people think of Los Angeles and San Francisco when California is mentioned, the state boasts many diverse cities and sights including the vineyards of Napa, the scenic Yosemite National Park and many redwood forests. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Welcome to California - Culture - Orientation & Location - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Hollywood - Long Beach - Los Angeles - Napa Valley - San Diego - Santa Monica - Sonoma - Yosemite Valley - Places to Stay - Adelaide Hostel (San Francisco) - San Francisco City Center Hostel - USA Hostels San Diego - Venice Beach Hostel - Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort - Places to Eat & Drink - Café La Boheme - Chaya Downtown - In-N-Out Burger - The Red Grape - Thomas Keller Restaurant Group - Places to Shop - Abbot Kinney Boulevard - Fillmore Street - Santee Alley - Skeletons in the Closet Gift Store - Third Street Promenade
