The top destinations in the West are within a day’s drive of one another. See them all with Moon California Road Trip as your guide.

Detailed driving instructions tell you how far you’ll have to drive, how long it will take, and which highways you’ll need to follow—including information on alternate routes and the best places to stop along the way.

Day-by-day itinerary suggestions tell you the best ways to spend your time:
The 14-Day Best of the West
Three Days in San Francisco
Three Days in Los Angeles
Three Days in Las Vegas
One Day in Yosemite
One Day in the Grand Canyon
Day Trips to Wine Country

And 36 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented along the way.

Moon Spotlight Cambria & San Simeon is a compact, 73-page guide covering the seaside town of Cambria, historic San Simeon, vineyard-studded Paso Robles, beautiful Morro Bay, and world-famous Hearst Castle. Author Michael Cervin offers seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and he includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as helpful maps, making navigating this lovely stretch of California's Central Coast uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Santa Barbara & the Central Coast.

Experienced Mexico travelers Gary Chandler and Liza Prado know the best way to travel Cancún and Cozumel—from a relaxing getaway in Tulum to diving and snorkeling Islas Cozumel and Holbox. Chandler and Prado include engaging itinerary ideas for a variety of trip experiences, including The Best of the Riviera Maya and An Eco-Adventure Tour. Complete with details on the best beaches, recommendations for must-see attractions, and advice on where to stay, Moon Cancún and Cozumel gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight Charleston & the South Carolina Lowcountry is a 150-page compact guide covering the hospitable city of Charleston, Beaufort, and the Lowcountry, including Hilton Head Island. Author Jim Morekis offers seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and he includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as helpful maps, making navigating the Holy City of Charleston and the Lowcountry uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Charleston & Savannah.

Moon Spotlight Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand is a 70-page compact guide covering the best of Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Thailand resident and journalist Suzanne Nam offers her firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, and sightseeing highlights maps make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation. Helpful maps guide travelers through this region.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Thailand.

Moon South Carolina author Jim Morekis covers the best of the North and South Carolina coasts, including Beaufort, Wilmington, the Cape Fear Region, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and the Lowcountry. Morekis offers his inside knowledge on the best beaches, golfing, historic parks, and seaside dining from the Down East to the Grand Strand. Whether you’re looking for a coastal weekend getaway or a longer vacation, Moon Coastal Carolinas caters to a range of travel budgets. With unique travel strategies such as Maritime Legacy and The Green Coast: An Environmental Tour, Moon Coastal Carolinas gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight Coeur d’Alene & the Idaho Panhandle is a 70-page compact guide covering postcard-perfect Coeur d'Alene Lake, Coeur d’Alene Resort’s world-famous golf course, and the rest of the Idaho Panhandle. Author James P. Kelly offers seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and he includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as helpful maps, making navigating this beautiful stretch of lakes and mountains uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Idaho.

Erin Van Rheenen has made the move to Costa Rica herself, and in Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica, she uses her know-how to provide insight and firsthand advice on navigating the language and culture of this beautiful country. Erin outlines all the information you need—including how to obtain visas, arrange finances, set up your daily life, gain employment, and choose schools—in a smart, organized, and straightforward manner, making planning the move abroad manageable. Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica also includes practical advice for a variety of needs and budgets on how to rent or buy a home, whether it’s a condo in the San José suburb of Escazú, a wooden house in coastal Tortuguero, or a mountain retreat with a view of Arenal Volcano.

Moon Spotlight Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast is a 110-page compact guide covering Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast, including Puerto Limón, Tortuguero, Barra del Colorado, Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, and Manzanillo. Author Christopher P. Baker offers his firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, including sightseeing highlights maps to make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, and helpful maps guide travelers through this coastal getaway.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Costa Rica.

Former Peru residents Ross Wehner and Renée del Gaudio cover the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the city of Cusco, and Peru's most popular destination, Machu Picchu. The husband-and-wife team offer their seasoned advice on can't-miss attractions, and offer unique trip ideas such as The Seven-Day Best of Cusco & Machu Picchu. Complete with tips on shopping in Pisac, hiking Huayna Picchu, and exploring the legendary Lost City of the Incas, Moon Cusco & Machu Picchu gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.