Author Description

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. 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. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's San Diego features gorgeous full-color photos of the sunny beaches and fascinating animal parks that await you. Frommer's San Diego is simply much more complete and authoritative than its major competitor. Our author, a lifelong resident of southern California, has checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, and her honest, opinionated reviews will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget. You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; advice on fun activities for the kids; in-depth coverage of all the best beaches and golf courses; excellent maps; and side trips to Disneyland, the Temecula wine country, Tijuana, and more. Frommer's San Diego also includes a free color fold-out map and an online directory that makes trip-planning a snap!