Socolich is back with an updated edition of her popular guide to the best bargains around, from San Francisco to Sonoma. Profiling more than 650 discount stores, warehouses, and factory outlets, she tells readers what to expect in the way of service, selection, and savings.

Visitor information. Eating dim sum, shopping street markets, teahouses, learning fengshui from local masters, Colonial Hong Kong, Nathan Road, Stanley Village, Saikung Peninsula, Excursions off the beaten path: Mai Po Nature Preserve, Cheung Chau Island, Clear Water Bay, Guangzhou.