Weekends for Two in Southern California ─ 50 Romantic Getaways

From picturesque inns and chic spa hotels, to cozy bed & breakfasts, author and tireless romantic Bill Gleeson has brought together his favorite Southern California getaways for two in this fully revised edition. With 50 dreamy options - 20 all new - there's something to whet every appetite. Ocean lovers can head to the coast for a morning stroll along the beach and a gourmet breakfast served in the garden. For those on mountain time, a day of skiing turns into an evening of hot toddies in front of a roaring fire. And for stressed-out twosomes craving open spaces, the desert offers golf, some spa tlc, and secluded cottages to snuggle in, complete with breathtaking views. Each wonderful getaway is illustrated with gorgeous photographs and includes all the pertinent information, so the only surprises are those of the romantic variety.

Bill Gleeson is the author of the Weekends for Two series from Chronicle Books, as well as Backroad Wineries of Northern California (0-8118-0306-6). He lives in Northern California.

Marc Longwood is a Northern California based photographer specializing in people and places.