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Planning your trip to Placerville, California
GETTING THERE
From LAX, Southwest, United, Delta fly nonstop to Sacramento. United and US Airways offer connecting flights (change of planes). Restricted round-trip fares begin at $98. From there, Placerville is an hour's drive.
WHERE TO STAY
Cary House Hotel, 300 Main St.; (530) 622-4271, www.caryhouse.com. A landmark filled with antiques. Doubles from $79.
Albert Shafsky House, 2942 Coloma St.; (530) 642-2776, www.shafsky.com. Beautifully restored bed-and-breakfast. Doubles from $135.
WHERE TO EAT
Tomei's on Main, 384 Main St.; (530) 626-9766, www.tomeis384.com. World cuisine and a deep wine list. Lounge menu from $4; Dinners from $18.
Cozmic Café, 594 Main St.; (530) 642-8481, www.thecozmiccafe.com. Local hangout with eclectic menu -- and a mine shaft. Meals from $6.
TO LEARN MORE
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce, 542 Main St., Placerville, CA 95667; (530) 621-5885, www.visit-eldorado.com
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