SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRAVEL GUIDES

"People cut themselves off from their ties of the old life when they come to Los Angeles.  They are looking for a place where they can be free, where they can do things they couldn't do anywhere else."
- Marilyn Monroe

TRAVELING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Los Angeles is an oasis of modern culture, with world-renowned film, television, fashion and art.  It takes some inside knowledge to figure out how to best experience this city, and a good travel guide can help.  Here are our recommendations on the best travel books for planning a trip to the City of Angels and Southern California.

A5 RECOMMENDATIONS

The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles

Los Angeles can be a tough city to get to know, and so we recommend The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles as a guide.  This book includes detailed recommendations on every aspect of life in LA, from famous locations to classic views to authentic local restaurants to interesting stores to unique architecture.  It is a helpful tool; readers are bound to find a few tips that help improve their trip.  Deep enough to even be enjoyed by locals.

Fodor's Travel: Southern California

Most people associate Southern California with Los Angeles, but there is a lot more to discover The Fodor’s guide is one of the better travel guides for a trip to this area.  The book provides a well-organized and balanced overview, with a great section on road trips and national/state parks.  There are recommended itineraries and a few interesting suggestions on lesser-known places.

Food Lovers' Guide to  Los Angeles

Los Angeles really is a city for food lovers, famous for the quality and diversity of its cuisine, and there are just a ton of restaurants to choose from.  For those who love to eat, we do recommend the Food Lovers’ Guide to Los Angeles.  This book provides great information not only on the best local eateries but also on farmers markets, specialty food shops, food-related festival and events, recipes from top local chef, and the best places for a drink.  

The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland

Disneyland is amazing but it can be intimidating, especially for those who hope to make the most of it in a short trip.  Our favorite travel guide is the Unofficial Guide to Disneyland, a comprehensive, unbiased guide that explains how to enjoy rides, restaurants, and attractions with descriptive and detailed recommendations.  And when we say detailed, we mean it.  There are suggestions on what to order in each restaurant, when to be where, and our favorite tip, how to avoid the long lines.