With excess sunshine and loads of fun activities, Southern California makes a great getaway for everyone in the family. This full-scale vacation planning guide has everything families need to plan a great trip. - Great planning advice, including suggested itineraries. - Best family-friendly places to eat and stay on budget. - Ratings of the most kid-friendly rides. - Tips on the best rides and how to avoid crowds. - All of the parades, firework displays, and shows that first-timers often miss. - Ideas on how to make the trip educational. - Detailed maps of Disneyland and black-and-white drawings. Covers Los Angeles, San Diego, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knott's Berry Farm, Legoland, and Six Flags Magic Mountain.