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Whether you want to get a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge, wander among giant redwood trees in Sequoia National Park, or camp in Yosemite Valley, the local Fodor's travel experts in Northern California are here to help! Fodor's Northern Californiaguidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's California travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 24 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "What to Eat and Drink," "Best Wineries in Napa & Sonoma," "San Francisco's Chinatown," and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS includingwhen to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on the "San Francisco's Chinatown," "San Francisco's Cable Cars," and "Wine-Tasting in Napa & Sonoma" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: San Francisco, Napa and Sonoma, the Pacific Coast Highway, Monterey, Carmel, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Redwood National Park, and more. Planning on visiting other destinations in the northwest? Check out Fodor's Oregon, Fodor's Pacific Northwest, Fodor's Inside Portland, and Fodor's Seattle. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
ForumFusion
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California Goddess
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RedMouth
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
Alpha
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats β it's a true lifesaver. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Pluto
The sound quality is outstanding β it's like having a movie theater in my ears! The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
New York Winder
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Black Firefly
I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
CuriousCoder
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app.
Bombay Shivers
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights β I'm never without a good story. Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience.
Ice
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. π Elevating my reading routine β this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ππ Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience.
Whip Chu
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Firefly
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
ThreadTrail
I'm grateful for this app β it's made reading a part of my everyday life. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. π±π ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Racy Babe
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
CommandX
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Toolmaker
π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
NexusNomad
This app makes traffic jams a breeze β time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! π±π The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
FRMhndshk
This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. π Elevating everyday moments β this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. πβ¨ ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly.
Campfire Mama
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Bad Princess
π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience