Beautiful beaches, perfect weather, movie-star glamour...there are so many reasons to visit Southern California that deciding where to go and what to do can be a bit overwhelming. Fodor's Southern California takes the guesswork out of choosing the perfect SoCal experience---from picking the finest Santa Barbara bistro to finding the best studio tour in Hollywood. COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE- The only annually updated guidebook to Southern California. EXPANDED COVERAGE- New hotels and restaurants are covered throughout the state, with a special focus on Los Angeles. A revised Top Attractions section drills deeper into the top places to see. The United States' newest national park, Pinnacles, is also covered. ILLUSTRATED FEATURES- Features on San Diego's Balboa Park, Hollywood, California's missions, and driving the Pacific Coast Highway give travelers an unparalleled sense of Southern California. INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS- Each chapter opens with an orientation spread that includes a map, short descriptions of each region, and the Top Reasons to Go. Tips on surfing, traveling with kids, avoiding traffic, and more assist a wide range of travelers. DISCERNING RECOMMENDATI