Mobil Southern California 2004

The Mobil Travel Guide stars are a 45-year-old consumer advocacy concept originally developed after the introduction of the interstate highway system. The goal of the planners is not to identify and rate every property in the country, but to recommend only the best of each category, the ones that we would send our customers to. We look at the stars from a consumer's point of view, rating hotels and restaurants across North America from the perspective of the "average traveler." New in 2004, enhanced descriptions provide more detail on attractions, lodgings, and restaurants, giving readers a sense of the experience they can expect at each establishment. Additional attractions have been added for the most popular destinations to give travelers more options for what to see and do in the cities they choose to visit. The planners have been divided into more drivable regions, and content for important locations or sites that lie just outside the title region has been included for readers' convenience. Large map sections reside in the front of the books for easy reference. The 2004 editions have also been reformatted for better usability based on qualified consumer feedback. We have reverted to the larger trim size and lay-flat binding and have redesigned the interiors for easier readability and greater eye appeal. Each regional planner is organized alphabetically by state, with introductory information about the state followed by city listings in alphabetical order. For each city, the planner lists recommended sites and attractions and Mobil One-to Five-Star rated lodgings and restaurants.

This planner has introductory information about the state followed by city listings in alphabetical order. For each city, the planner lists recommended sites and attractions and Mobil One- to Five-Star rated lodgings and restaurants.

The Mobil Travel Guide travel planners are designed for ease of use. The book begins with a general introduction that provides a geographical and historical orientation to the state and gives basic statewide tourist information, from climate to popular highways to seatbelt laws. The remainder is devoted to travel destinations within the state ¿ mainly cities and towns, but also national and state parks and tourist areas ¿ which are arranged alphabetically.

Only facilities that meet Mobil Travel Guide's standards earn the privilege of being listed in this guide. Our One to Five-Star rating system highlights each facility's level of service. These ratings are updated annually.

The following sections contain a wealth of information about the travel destinations -information about the area, things to see and do there, and where to stay and eat. Sections include maps and map coordinates; destination information; driving and walking tours; what to see and do; special events; side trips; lodging and restaurant listings. There is also a new section named Side Trips! Take a journey across state borders and expand your horizons.

The Southern California Mobil Travel Guide includes extensive coverage of California - south of Fresno, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, and more.