California Coast Getaways celebrates the history, charm, elegance, and beauty of California's Middle Kingdom. This unique travel book features and explores only the most intriguing, romantic and historic inns and resorts located along the fabled coastal route between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The 32 inns and resorts featured are among the finest destination spots on the continent; they are discretely tucked away in coastal canyons or nestled next to the Pacific. Except for a few newcomers with similar time-honored characteristics, all the resorts and inns have been in operation for at least 60 years--some for more than 120 years.

This select group of vacation destinations will provide you with a special experience, whether it be for an anniversary, romantic getaway, or simply the well deserved deluxe vacation you have always dreamed of. The book includes maps plus information on a few special restaurants, winery and historic tours, golf courses, soaring, and sailing. William Tomicki, New York Times syndicated travel columnist and editor of Entree Travel Newsletter writes: "This is the best California coastline itinerary book we've seen, from Ojai to the Monterey Peninsula, a warm and friendly approach . . . It's a cozy read, filled with colorful and valuable information and anecdotes."

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