Sara Benson Lonely Planet knows California. This 5th edition guarantees adventures across the Golden State, whether youre tasting small-batch pinots in Sonoma, reliving the Gold Rush or cruising the last leg of Route 66 on the ultimate beach-bound road trip. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Expanded Outdoors chapter covering 21 activities to get you closer to nature New Food chapter showcases Californias best drinks and delicacies Green Index directs you to sustainable listings