Book 23

Frommer's is the name you can trust for great travel bargains. Our acclaimed $-a-Day series is not for backpackers who want to rough it, but for travelers with taste, who've outgrown their student lifestyle and demand comfortable accommodations and good, authentic meals at a reasonable price. Each guide is loaded with detailed listings for mom-and-pop motels, B&Bs, comfortable guesthouses, good-value bistros, and ethnic restaurants. You'll find a bargain-hunter's shopping guide, affordable fun after dark, and complete sightseeing coverage, including the best things to do for free (or almost). Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go-they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. Every Frommer's $-a-Day Guide is up-to-date, with dozens of color maps and exact prices for every single expense, so you can accurately plan each day's budget. Frommer's knows that affordable travel doesn't have to mean making sacrifices. It's about having fu n and getting a great deal!

Frommer's San Francisco from $70 a Day has everything you'll need plan an affordable but unforgettable vacation in the City by the Bay. Our expert author, Matthew Richard Poole, a longtime resident, has written a highly personal and opinionated guide, full of neighborhood finds and hidden gems. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best and showing you the real heart of the city. You'll learn everything from how to get the best airfare to where to find cheap parking.

Inside you'll find a terrific selection of affordable accommodations and great deals on dining, from burritos to dim sum, from spicy Vietnamese to bargain Italian fare in North Beach. We'll take you shopping for great deals on affordable fashion, CDs, low-cost gifts, and more, and show you how to experience San Francisco's nightlife without spending a fortune. You'll get detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; and side trips to Berkeley, Sausalito, Muir Woods, and Point Reyes. There's also a detailed chapter on the nearby Wine Country, with the best winery tours and a selection of affordable inns in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

Book 57

Frommer's is the name you can trust for great travel bargains. Our acclaimed $-a-Day series is not for backpackers who want to rough it, but for travelers with taste, who've outgrown their student lifestyle and demand comfortable accommodations and good, authentic meals at a reasonable price. Each guide is loaded with detailed listings for mom-and-pop motels, B&Bs, comfortable guesthouses, good-value bistros, and ethnic restaurants. You'll find a bargain-hunter's shopping guide, affordable fun after dark, and complete sightseeing coverage, including the best things to do for free (or almost). Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. Every Frommer's $-a-Day Guide is up-to-date, with dozens of color maps and exact prices for every single expense, so you can accurately plan each day's budget. Frommer's knows that affordable travel doesn't have to mean making sacrifices. It's about having fun and getting a great deal!

Engaging, personal, and highly opinionated, Frommer's California from $60 a Day has everything you need for an affordable but unforgettable trip to the Golden State. You'll find hundreds of candid reviews of inviting places to stay, from cozy Napa Valley B&Bs to family-friendly motels at the beach, for as little as $25 per person a night! We'll help you find great dining at unbelievably low prices, from cutting-edge California cuisine to authentic Chinese and Mexican specialties.

You'll get a complete budget sightseeing guide, from Gold Country towns to Disneyland and the San Diego Zoo--plus spectacular coastal drives, cable car rides, wine tastings, Hollywood TV tapings, and more. We've got all the details on California's fabulous beaches, natural wonders, and national parks, plus the best budget golf, skiing, and whale watching. And we've even thrown in a free color fold-out map!

You'll find more in-depth coverage of great bargains in the City by the Bay in Frommer's San Francisco from $60 a Day. If you'd like more upscale coverage, check out Frommer's California, Frommer's San Francisco, Frommer's Los Angeles, Frommer's San Diego, and Frommer's Portable California Wine Country. Frommer's Yosemite & Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks is a detailed guide to the best trails and camping in these magnificent preserves -- and it's small enough to fit into your backpack!

"Clearly the work of knowledgeable locals." San Francisco Chronicle-Examiner "Written by travel veterans with a nose for comfort . Accuracy: high." Details magazine Everything You Need for an Unforgettable and Affordable Trip!

Great places to stay that you can really afford, from charming Victorian B&Bs and funky retro motels to the best bargains in Union Square plus terrific deals for families
Cheap eats galore, from dim sum in Chinatown to the Mission District's best burritos plus tips on how to dine in the city's top restaurants without breaking the bank
A budget guide to all the sights, with insider tips on what to see and do for free
A shopper's guide to affordable vintage wear, cheap CDs, factory-outlet bargains, and more
Low-cost nightlife, from affordable supper clubs to all-you-can-eat happy hours with complete coverage of the gay and lesbian scene

Frommer's. The Name You Can Trust. Find us online at www.frommers.com