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Some new travel materials you may enjoy!

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

New York, Washington DC and the Mid-Atlantic: Trips; 50 Themed Itineraries


By Jeff Campbell

"...presents 49 short-break trip itineraries with maps, plus more than 10 day trips from New York, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. It features local voices that include suggestions from a restauranteur, a sports journalist, a boutique owner and DJ, musician and producer Moby. It includes trips ranging from New York Wineries to Virginia's Heritage Music Trail and Going Upscale on the Appalachian Trail to Andy Warhol's Pittsburgh. This is the only guide to cover this region so thoroughly, with themed routes and in-depth coverage."
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Where To Go When: The Americas; North, South, Central America and the Caribbean

by Joseph Rosendo

"This book features more than 350 ideas for traveling throughout the Americas. Rosendo, host of Travelscope on PBS, organizes this large-format book by month of the year and then divides each chapter into sections—"Festivals and Culture," "Unforgettable Journeys," "Natural Wonders," "Luxury and Romance," "Active Adventures," and "Family Getaways. .....serves as a perfect starting point for readers interested in exploring the Americas during any month of the year as well as for those who need more inspiration than details."
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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Inside The Apple: A Streetwise History Of New York City


By Michelle Nevius

"A lively history of New York is a narrative walking tour presented through dozens of bite-sized chapters on specific events, people, and places of historical interest; in a guide for visitors and residents that is complemented by fourteen self-guided tour recommendations and maps."

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Woodall's CampGround Directory 2009


"Furnishing the latest information on campgrounds and RV parks throughout North America, including the fifty states, Canada, and Mexico, this series of regional camping guides includes feature articles on each area, as well as detailed descriptions of facilities and accommodations, driving directions, contact information, recreational activities, local landmarks and attractions, camping fees, and other valuable data."

Diners Of New York


By Michael Engle

"From Long Island to the bordering Great Lakes, the Empire State is brimming with diners of every ilk and era. It is home to many classic stainless steel models, as well as newer retro diners. This handy book is a complete guide that will take travelers through heavy concentrations of diners in New York City, the Catskills, and the Hudson Valley to the more sparse regions in the western part of the state, pointing out what makes each one unique."

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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Magic Bus; On the Hippie Trail From Istanbul To India

By Rory MacLean

"Nearly 40 years after the first pioneering hippies of the 1960s traveled the overland route to India and Nepal via Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, travel writer Mac-Lean (Falling for Icarus) follows in their footsteps. These countries have changed in the intervening years, and MacLean's descriptions of the locals and their present circumstances are vivid and compelling. Contrasting the past with the present, MacLean ruminates on how the hippies perceived travel as a means to transformation rather than simply a change of scene. According to MacLean, today a hippie in Afghanistan would probably end up dead. "
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Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Fodor's See It Britain


By Sheila Hawkins
"Fodor’s See It Britain is the practical illustrated guide that brings Britain to life. Essential information about sightseeing, dining, and hotels is all conveniently organized by region–making it easy for you to find the details you need when you’re on the go. See It Britain also includes:•INTRODUCTORY orientation pages for each region with a brief overview and map•COLOR PHOTOS by the hundreds to show you not only Britain’s sights but also its hotels, restaurants, and shops•COLOR MAPS galore, including neighborhood maps, city plans, transportation maps, and floor plans•WALKING and DRIVING tours in each region so that you can fully explore Britain•REVIEWS of sights, restaurants, hotels, and shops, grouped by region for easy navigation•“BEST OF” lists that make itinerary planning a snap..."