Fodor's Travel Intelligence: Chicago (2013)

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""Fodor's Chicago 2013" is the perfect companion for your trip to this quintessential American city. With colorful features and the most updated information, "Fodor's Chicago 2013" will help you get straight to the best of what this city has to offer, everything from art to architecture, to shopping, baseball, jazz, and the very best deep-dish pizza. Our in-depth coverage also includes top reasons to visit the culturally and historically rich suburbs of Chicago, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Oak Park home studio, the Mallott Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Brookfield Zoo.
Expanded Coverage: Includes new hotel and restaurant reviews throughout Chicago's many exciting neighborhoods.
Illustrated Features: An in-depth illustrated feature on the Art Institute of Chicago will help you plan your time and make the most of your visit to this magnificent museum, while a feature on the history of the skyscraper will help you appreciate the city's iconic architecture. A color-rich feature about Frank Lloyd Wright and his life and work acts as a guide to appreciating the architect's work in Oak Park, just outside Chicago. Neighborhood food and shopping spotlights, as well as features on Chicago chefs and blues music will help readers make the most of their time in this vibrant city.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools Neighborhood planners with colorful maps, an easy to access Dining and Lodging atlas, a Lodging Chart to help you pick the best neighborhood to stay in, and Best Bets for restaurants and hotels makes planning your trip a dream.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Chicago offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
On-the-Go Map: A handy take-along companion map of Chicago gives travelers essential information about top attractions, walking tours, and nearby dining so they can travel with confidence."  (Publisher Description)

Lonely Planet Canary Islands

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" Looming volcanoes, tumbling waterfalls, lava fields and trails of camels loping into the sunset Those who love the Canary Islands know there is a captivating flip side to those seafront resorts......
Inside This Book:
2 authors,7 enchanting islands,231 places to eat and drink, Hundreds of ways to unwind, Inspirational photos, Clear, easy-to-use maps, In-depth background, At-a-glance practical info, Comprehensive planning tools,
Easy-to-read layout" (Publisher Marketing)

Not for Tourists Guide to New York City 2013

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"The Not For Tourists Guide to New York City is a map-based, neighborhood-by-neighborhood dream guide designed to lighten the load of already street-savvy New Yorkers, commuters, business travelers, and yes, tourists too. Each map is marked with user-friendly icons identifying our favorite picks around town, from essentials to entertainment, and includes an invaluable neighborhood description written by locals, highlighting the most important features of each area.
This book includes everything from restaurants, bars, shopping, and theater to information on hotels, airports, banks, transportation, and landmarks. Need to find the best pizza places around? NFT has you covered. How about a list of the top vintage clothing stores in the city? They've got that, too. The nearest movie theater, hardware store, or coffee shop: whatever you need, NFT puts it at your fingertips. This pocket-sized book features over 100 maps, including a foldout map for subways and buses, as well as details on Parks & Places, Sports, Transit, and Arts & Entertainment"  (Publisher Description)

Moon South Carolina

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" Writer, editor, and past South Carolina resident, Jim Morekis covers the best of the Palmetto State--from the shores of Myrtle Beach to the undeniable charm of Charleston. Morekis includes fun and unique trip ideas for a variety of travelers, including Carolina for Kids, Historical Highlights, and Top Ten Golf Courses in this helpful guide. Whether you're looking for an extended vacation or a weekend getaway, "Moon South Carolina" gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience." (Publisher Description)

Fodor's Alaska [With Map] (2013)

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"Alaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can you kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirky towns; spot bear, eagles, moose, and whales; and learn the true meaning of the word remote all in the same trip.
Expanded Coverage: More regional itineraries to help first-time visitors plan their perfect trip.
Illustrated Features: Rich full-color features help travelers make the most of top experiences, from whale watching and bear sighting to shopping for Alaska Native crafts and learning about the Klondike Gold Rush. The Alaska Wilderness chapter highlights the different ecozones found in the state--rain forests, interior forests, tundra, ice, mountains, and sea--and how best to experience them, including top guide recommendations.
Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Alaska's top attractions and experiences are broken down at a glance, as are the top itineraries. Each region has a convenient overview with highlights and practical advice for getting around. The pull-out map comes complete with an outdoor activity finder.
Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Alaska offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights."  (Publisher Marketing)

Moon Atlanta

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" Skilled writer-journalist Tray Butler offers up his best advice on Atlanta--from the bustling financial Downtown district to the historical draw of Sweet Auburn and the fabulous food and arts of Decatur. Butler includes unique trip strategies for a variety of travelers, such as The Two-Day Best of Atlanta and Food to Please the Soul. Including expert coverage of Centennial Olympic Park, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, the World of Coca-Cola, and Zoo Atlanta, "Moon Atlanta" gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience."  (Publisher Description)

Heads in Beds: A Reckless Memoir of Hotels, Hustles, and So-Called Hospitality

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"Those who want a hotel up-grade, who must make a same-day room cancellation without getting charged, or wonder why hotel water sometimes tastes like lemon Pledge need look no further than Tomsky's memoir, a collection of stories, memories, and secrets about the hospitality business. Bouncing around various hotel jobs bellman, housekeeping manager, front desk attendant for more than a 10 years, he's got the skinny that would make most travel sites blush. Follow his advice and you'll be drinking from the mini-bar and watching in-room movies for free. But this is more than a collection of trade secrets; it's a colorful tale filled with vibrant characters from crazy bellman to even crazier guests. Tomsky is a solid storyteller who is able to intricately detail all the insanity surrounding him. "  (Publishers Weekly)