Fishes of the Pacific Coast is an excellent reference guide with beautiful full color illustrations of approximately 450 fish. I truly appreciated the inclusion of the fish of the upper Sea of Cortez. Small ecological and historical blurbs are fascinating. The handbook size makes it a must have on your diving or fishing boat.

As a volunteer for the new Long Beach (CA) Aquarium of the Pacific, I needed to quickly learn about fishes of the Pacific coast and how to identify them. This book exactly suits my needs. It is interesting and informative, without being too technical. The color illustrations are beautiful. This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn more about Pacific coast fishes.

We are ordering this as an update to the one we've been using for the past couple of years. Offers good, practical advice to determine where to go when to catch what! WE use it frequently -- my husband reads it just to DREAM about fishing -- We both use it when planning a trip.

If you are deep sea or in the high Sierras this book gives lots of valuable information regarding how to rig your gear for your desired fish, and known hot spots. Expert or novice, there is always something to learn, and this book cuts to the chase for producing results! It is a must to keep with your gear.

Great for reading on the go, a quick reference, contains what Fish are biting when and where, individualizes Tackle, Techniques, and Hot Spots for each Location. Plus tips on Cleaning, Storing, Dressing, Cooking and more. It has been so valuable that am picking up the Fishing in Northern California book tomorrow for a trip I am taking to Lake Tahoe

A few years ago I was new to Southern California. Having grown up in the Northwest I was used to great fishing but when it came to SoCal, all the rules changed. I picked up a copy of this great book and found the information in it invaluable. Where, how and when to fish and excellent information on both lakes and saltwater. Get this book, go fishing, and have a great time!

I was planning a cruise to Alaska. I chose "Fodor's 2001 Alaska" as a guidebook and was so impressed, I purchased two more of them for my cruise travelmates. This book went with me wherever I traveled in the "land of the midnight sun". Not only did Fodor's guidebook describe the cruise ships to the inth, but all of the activities, etc. Every bit of the text was accurate to my experiences. This was my first cruise, and my first trip to Alaska. I found this book to be indispensible! The data on Alaska, the facts, the figures, the special places to see, things to do, walks, hikes, eats, animals, and people...all here in crisp detail for you to enjoy. Upon my return to the "lower 48", I even narrated my Alaska photo albums with information I retrieved from this book. History, indiginous peoples, it's all here. Do get this book if you are thinking of going to Alaska, or returning to Alaska. All text is up to date, with maps, etc. Excellent resource! From the Inside Passage to Denali National Park I traveled, and I learned much more about this great land we call Alaska because of Fodor's book. I am now planning on going back to this beautiful place in great part due to reading this guidebook.

This book contains a great list of places to stay and eat with prices. Some of my favorite sections of book include the following: Listing of Best Unspoiled Small Towns, which include Kodiak, Petersburg, and Cordova; Listing of Strange Comunity Events which include Cordova's Ice Worm Festival, Fairbanks' Midnight Sun Baseball Game nad Nomes Polar Bear Swim/Bathtub Race. If you are going to Alaska's number 1 destination, Denali National Park, make sure you pick up a copy of Discovering Denali.

This book contains a great list of places to stay and eat with prices. Some of my favorite sections of book include the following: Listing of Best Unspoiled Small Towns, which include Kodiak, Petersburg, and Cordova; Listing of Strange Comunity Events which include Cordova's Ice Worm Festival, Fairbanks' Midnight Sun Baseball Game nad Nomes Polar Bear Swim/Bathtub Race. If you are going to Alaska's number one destination, Denali National Park, make sure you pick up a copy of Discovering Denali.

This guide book contains a great list of places to stay and eat with prices. Some of my favorite sections of book include the following: Listing of Best Unspoiled Small Towns, which include Kodiak, Petersburg, and Cordova; Listing of Strange Comunity Events which include Cordova's Ice Worm Festival, Fairbanks' Midnight Sun Baseball Game nad Nomes Polar Bear Swim/Bathtub Race. If you are going to Alaska's number one destination, Denali National Park, make sure you pick up a copy of Discovering Denali.

This is the best guidebook I've ever used. I've taken three trips to California - one to San Francisco, one to San Diego, and one driving the coast from LA to Seattle. Each time, I've used this book constantly. I've gotten some great bargains with his inexpensive hotel recommendations, his suggested itineraries are great guidelines, his maps are excellent. I wouldn't travel anywhere without one of the Fodor guidebooks.

It's a unique book with lot of illustrations and maps.

This book is a GREAT resource for families. Not only does it list descriptions of the sites, but also includes; age appropriate guidlines and kid-friendly "eats" for each destination. Many of the suggestions are geared for kids age 3 and up. Quite a few are for kids of all ages. I purchased this to use with my 4 year old, and I am very impressed!

This book has everything a parent would want in a travel giude. I hope Foder's decided to make more like these becasue I think this book is fabulous. Everything from things to do to places to eat. Even adults can enjoy all the suggestions in this book. Both parents and kids can have a plesant vacation without stress!

My friends and I just returned from Maui and this book was sent from the heavens! If you are thinking of traveling to Maui or Lanai, this is the guide for you. It is very detailed and extremely helpful from where to stay, where to eat, where the best beaches are and how to get to them, to even what type of vehicle to rent so that you get the most from your vacation. I have purchased guide books in the past and have been a little disapointed on the lodging portion; but this book was very accurate and gives you plently of choices. We stayed at several that were in the book and we were thrilled! And as far as what to see or where to go while your in Maui or Lanai, this book is right on the money. It will even let you know to which locations you should pack a lunch!

This is the best,most comprehensive and accurate guide book for the Hawaiian traveler. The book is easy to read and makes planning your vacation activities a breeze. The dining guide in particular is outstanding.If your time on the island is limited,the itineraries section can be very helpful,with 1,3 or 5 day "must see" ideas. The book is reasonably priced and worth every penny !

I was most interested in cabins for family trips in Northern California. This book has exactly what I was looking for. We've used its recommendations the last two summers and were very pleased. Tom Stienstra has easy-to-read descriptions of cabins and campsites, along with the important details. My only complaint is that the book is now three years old, and doesn't include websites. I'd like to see a new edition. But I still use the book and recommend it highly.

I bought this book hoping that it would give me a few suggestions for campsites in Marin County, since I have recently moved here. Within minutes I had found three campsites that I will be enjoying this summer and will easily find thanks to clear and concise directions. Tom Stienstra has an easy writing style to read and gives all the pertinent information to his readers about the sites he discusses. It is obvious that he loves the outdoors and wishes to not only spread this love, but his knowledge of great "easy" camping in Northern California and the beauty within this area that anyone can enjoy.

These two (Julie Sheer and Steve Hymon) know their stuff! Reading this book is like taking a fun romp through the best that Southern California has to offer. Written with a wicked sense of humor, with plenty of great personal anecdotes, this book will make you want to strap on the hiking boots asap and hit the trails. We particularly enjoyed the input from their numerous cohorts, like the boogeyboarding Canuck! If for no other reason, buy this book for the to-die-for chili recipe offered up on page 267.

Both thorough and well written, you can't go wrong with this one