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Frommer's New York State (5TH ed.)

2012-01-30T12:03:00.000-08:00

"Watching the horse races in Saratoga Springs is a summer tradition. See chapter 9.
Easy-to-read maps throughout.
Exact prices, directions, opening hours, and other practical information.
Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, plus sights, shopping, and nightlife.
Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning idea.
Insider tips from local expert authors.
Find news, deals, apps, expert advice, and travel forums at Frommers.com."
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Insiders' Guide to North Carolina's Outer Banks, 31st

2012-01-25T10:47:00.000-08:00

By Karen Bachman
""Insiders' Guide to North Carolina's Outer Banks "is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information. Written by a local (and true insider), it offers a personal and practical perspective of this beautiful coastal land and its surrounding environs. Published annually, this guide is fully revised and updated and features a new interior layout and a new cover treatment." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Insight Guide Caribbean Cruises (Updated)

2012-01-23T06:45:00.000-08:00

By Alexia Georgiou
" Our inspirational "Best of Caribbean Cruising" section outlines top attractions and activities not to be missed, while features by local writers cover not just the cruising angle but the cultural one too. Get to grips with the world of cruising: from choosing the right cruise for you and planning onboard activities vs shore excursions, to glimpses behind the scenes, cruiseship cuisine and pampering, and even tips on how to make your Caribbean cruising as environmentally friendly as possible. We cover the history and culture of this region in more detail than any other Caribbean cruises book on the market - our cultural information on the Caribbean people and the region's history, along with colorful features on subjects such as Carnival, Architecture and the Underwater World, give you the full picture of cruising in the Caribbean.
Twenty-nine Places chapters then visit Florida, Mexico and Central America before heading for the Caribbean, with the cruise lines' private islands also included. A Main Attractions panel helps you get the most from each chapter, while plentiful full-color maps show you the way around, with dotted sights highlighting areas of interest. Finally, the Travel Tips cover all your practical needs, with a wealth of information to take you from Planning the Trip to Life on Board - including on-shore transportation and listings for where to eat, and even where to stay should you wish to extend your trip." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Let's Go Europe Top 10 Cities: The Student Travel Guide

2012-01-23T06:42:00.000-08:00

By Spencer Burke
"This travel guide is packed with info on London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Istanbul, Madrid, Barcelona, Berlin, Prague, and Amsterdam for travelers on a budget. If you're taking a whirlwind tour of Europe, "Let's Go Europe Top 10 Cities" will help you find the most affordable hostels and hotels, the trendiest cafes and clubs, and the most iconic (and quirky) sights. With this guide, you'll learn where to taste the creme de la creme of French cuisine in Paris, experience the vibrant nightlife in Berlin, and tango with the best of them in Madrid--all while getting the most for your euro (or pound). (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Insight Guides: Florida (New, Updated) (12TH ed.)

2012-01-04T12:19:00.000-08:00

By Astrid DeRidder

"Insight Guide Florida is the comprehensive guidebook to one of North America's most exciting destinations. Full-color photos throughout combine with the lively text to help you discover the Sunshine State. Florida's natural beauty and lively cities make it the top destination in the world, with more than 80 million annual visitors; but don't let the crowds scare you off. With more than 1,200 miles of sand beaches and160 state parks, you can find a corner to enjoy all to yourself. Our inspirational "Insight recommends" section outlines top attractions and activities not to miss, while features by local writers cover a whole range of subjects - including the best beaches, enjoying Miami's Art Deco heritage, taking in a baseball game during Spring Training, and exploring the coral reefs. Sixteen Places chapters cover the entire state, from the Panhandle in the northwest to the many islands of the Keys in the south. Evocative accounts of the state's history and culture combine with lively descriptions of the main towns and cities, all illustrated with full color photographs. Color maps throughout help you get around, and the travel tips provide all the planning information you'll need, such as how to get around, how much to budget for your trip, and selective listings on where to stay and where to eat." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Bahamas: Plus Turks & Caicos (28TH ed.)

2011-12-28T13:27:00.000-08:00

By Molly Moker
"Engaging magazine-style articles offer a glimpse of local culture, while stunning full-color photos and maps, along with vibrant graphic tools, make planning easy. Tips and photos from experienced travelers round out the comprehensive historical and cultural information." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's New Orleans (2012)

2011-12-22T11:40:00.000-08:00

"Full-color guide - Make your trip to New Orleans unforgettable with illustrated features, 25 maps, and tk color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools - Top experiences & attractions - Lodging comparison charts - Easy-to-read color neighborhood maps
Explore the French Quarter, the Garden District, and beyond - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Illustrated features on Mardi Gras, Southern cuisine, and New Orleans music - Best cocktails, jazz clubs, cemeteries, galleries, festivals, museums, souvenir shops, and activities for kids, penny pinchers, and local wannabes
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's New Orleans-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts - Revised annually to provide the latest information
Added bonus: At the end of each Fodor's hotel review, we've included snippets from TripAdvisor reviews. Plan your trip with the extra peace of mind that comes from knowing each of Fodor's expert selections is reinforced by consumer experience and feedback." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

1,000 Places to See Before You Die, the Second Edition: Completely Revised and Updated with Over 200 New Entries

2011-12-19T08:21:00.000-08:00

By Patricia Schultz
"The original has formed the bucket list for hordes of eager travelers, and this updated guide will do exactly the same (but better). Schultz has added 200 new entries, hundreds of color photographs, and a great deal of new material that will whet readers' appetites for trips all over the globe. She does a decent job of striking a balance between offering high-end as well as budget travel options, and she covers destinations in creative ways, such as splitting the famed Irish capital into "Edible Dublin" and "Literary Dublin." For those with tight schedules, thoughtful delineations like these can transform a hectic day of sightseeing into a veritable curated tour. While the guide is unsurprisingly European and American focused (Europe gets more than 350 pages; Africa barely gets 70), Shultz covers familiar and obscure attractions with equal enthusiasm. The guide is not meant to be a photo album, but this new edition's photographs (though small) will surely get readers excited about new destinations. Supplemental online resources admirably compensate for the book's biggest flaw (no index) by providing travelers looking to tailor their trips with several themed indexes such as "Sacred Places" and "Gorgeous Beaches and Getaway Islands." This is a great resource for readers in the midst of packing their bags as well as those still waiting to feel the wanderlust." (Publishers Weekly) Check Our Catalog

100 Best Resorts of the Caribbean (9TH ed.)

2011-12-11T12:48:00.000-08:00

By Kay Showker
"Get a real feel for the experience of each carefully selected resort, whether your idea of a Caribbean getaway is an ultra-posh resort and spa on Anguilla, a casual hotel with superior scuba diving on Bonaire, a mega-hotel and casino on Grand Cayman Island, or a family-friendly inn on an out-of-the-way island in the Bahamas. Look inside for detailed descriptions of accommodations and amenities; full contact info, including websites; payment, reservation, and minimum stay requirements; and airport transfer options, including distances from airports and major cities." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Frommer's France Day by Day [With Fold-Out Map]

2011-12-07T16:13:00.000-08:00

By Anna E. Brooke
" Map your adventure.
Plan a trip that suits your interests. Follow our recommended itineraries or mix & match to create your own. Explore a region in depth or hit the highlights. With "Frommer's Day by Day" guides, the choice is yours.
105 self-guided tours with maps that show how to get from place to place
Hundreds of photos, plus engaging insights on history and culture
Detailed reviews of hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Explorer's Guide: Sarasota, Sanibel Island & Naples: A Great Destination

2011-12-07T16:06:00.000-08:00

By Chelle Koster-Walton

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Enjoy an insider'svantage point on Charlotte Harbor's wild shores, the coast's sandy barrier islands, Naples's polished allure, and Sarasota-Bradenton's "sweet" history.

Contributor Bio: Koster-Walton, Chelle
Chelle Koster Walton, author of the award-winning Caribbean Ways: A Cultural Guide, haspenned more than a hundred articles on the region for publications ranging from the Miami Herald to Caribbean Travel & Life. A diver and boater, she also has won the Bahamas' Cacique Award for international travel writing.
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Frommer's Walt Disney World and Orlando 2012 (8TH ed.)

2011-12-01T08:25:00.000-08:00

By Laura Lea Miller
"Free full-color, foldout map.
Completely updated every year.
Insider advice on all the major theme parks in Orlando, from Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventures. Our author, a longtime theme park aficionado and the mother of five, has done it all.
Where to find the best rides at all of the theme parks, smaller attractions when you don't want to face the usual crowds, Orlando's best shopping, and great places to stay without busting your budget.
Insightful commentary on hitting all of the theme parks efficiently while keeping the fun factor high.
Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.
Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.
User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, specialty attraction ratings tailored to a number of age groups, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

The New York Times 36 Hours: 150 Weekends in the USA & Canada

2011-11-27T12:39:00.000-08:00

By Barbara Ireland
""The ""New York Times" has been offering up dream weekends with practical itineraries in its popular weekly "36 Hours" column since 2002. The many expert contributors, experienced travelers, and accomplished writers all have brought careful research, insider's knowledge, and a sense of fun to hundreds of cities and destinations, always with an eye to getting the most out of a short trip. Want to read what Sam Sifton suggests in his beloved borough of Brooklyn, or David Carr advises in Minneapolis, Mark Bittman in Death Valley, or Ariel Kaminer in Lower Manhattan? Here is where to do it, with full-color photographs to entice you and handy maps to guide you.
In this book, the "Times" and TASCHEN bring together updated and new versions of "36 Hours" columns in 150 U.S. and Canadian locations, from the great urban centers on everyone's travel list to surprising locales with undiscovered character and charm. The paths lead to fashionable clubs in Manhattan, blues joints in the Mississippi Delta, architectural treasures tucked in the Pennsylvania hills, the French America of Quebec, the seaside cliffs and Hollywood cool of California, and well beyond. For a taste of adventure and a veritable journey throughout the continent, explore 36 Hours in America. " (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Ultimate Food Journeys: The World's Best Dishes & Where to Eat Them

2011-11-23T13:53:00.000-08:00

By Julie Oughton

" Want to know what the best things to eat and drink in the world are and where you can find them? "Ultimate Food Journeys" takes travelers on a gastronomic tour of the globe to find truly world-class culinary experiences. Whether it is the most delicious street food in Southeast Asia, or the best clam chowder in New England, this beautifully illustrated book includes every must-try treat in some of the world's best destinations, and places them in their cultural and geographical context.
Structured by continent, the most delicious or interesting things to eat in each area are chosen by expert authors. Be it bouillabaisse in Marseille or dim sum in Hong Kong, they recommend the best places to eat the dish, both in its place of origin and beyond. The restaurants recommended are chosen for the quality of the cooking as well as for the experience of dining there.
"Ultimate Food Journeys" is an ideal planner for travelers who want to experience authentic food in its original setting, offering an exciting way to get up close and personal with the most unique and memorable regions, towns, and cities in the world--through their food." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

CultureShock! France: A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette

2011-11-17T09:07:00.000-08:00

By Sally Adamson Taylor
"With over three million copies in print, CultureShock! is a bestselling series of culture and etiquette guides covering countless destinations around the world. For anyone at risk of culture shock, whether a tourist or a longterm resident, CultureShock! provides a sympathetic and fun-filled crash course on the dos and donts in foreign cultures. Fully updated and sporting a fresh new look, the revised editions of these books enlighten and inform through such topics as language, food and entertaining, social customs, festivals, relationships, and business tips. CultureShock! books are packed with useful details on transportation, taxes, finances, accommodation, health, food and drink, clothes, shopping, festivals, and much, much more." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Great Journeys: Travel the World's Most Spectacular Routes (Lonely Planet)

2011-11-10T11:32:00.000-08:00

"Lonely Planet’s brand new book Great Journeys presents more than 70 of the world’s most spectacular routes, from Marco Polo’s Silk Road to Route 66.

Bound in a lush, hardcover edition, Great Journeys organizes the expeditions by theme including classic overland routes (Cairo to Cape Town), famous literary journeys (Che Guevara’s Motorcycle Diaries through South America), great walks (The Great Wall of China), classic rail journeys (Trans-Siberian Railway) and more.
The expert content gives you a glimpse into what it is like to experience each trip yourself, interwoven with beautiful images and practical information for planning, essential experiences, shortcuts, detours, and recommended reading for those who want to learn more." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's South Florida (2012)

2011-11-07T09:08:00.000-08:00

By Stephanie Butler

"Make your trip to South Florida unforgettable with illustrated features, 24 maps, and color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools - Top experiences & attractions - Lodging comparison charts - Easy-to-read color regional maps
Explore Miami, the Everglades, Key West, and beyond - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Illustrated features on Miami's ethnic neighborhoods, the flora and fauna of the Everglades, and snorkeling and diving in the Florida Keys - Best fishing, beachcombing, and nightlife
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's Florida-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts - Revised annually to provide the latest information
Added bonus: At the end of each Fodor's hotel review, we've included snippets from TripAdvisor reviews. Plan your trip with the extra peace of mind that comes from knowing each of Fodor's expert selections is reinforced by consumer experience and feedback." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 2012 Edition

2011-11-02T12:56:00.000-07:00

By Steven Stern
""One of the most noticeable (and useful) things about the Stern guide is that it publishes at least one menu and one daily program for each major cruise line in order to give a taste of the experience and what goes on aboard ship."-Cybercruises.com"It is well worth adding to your cruise book collection. Steve has sailed on more than 750 ships, so you can be sure he knows what he's talking about."-World of Cruising"People who've never cruised before-or those who have, but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new ships-need to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it."-Chicago Tribune"With descriptions of every major cruise ship and every major port of call in the world, this book is indispensable if you are considering your first cruise and equally helpful for the experienced cruise traveler."-Passport NewsletterSteven B. Stern is the ultimate authority on luxury travel, especially cruise vacations. Whether readers are sailing the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, the South Seas, Alaska, Southeast Asia, or the waterways of Europe, this is the most comprehensive guide available, with details on all aspects of cruise-ship travel.Updated annually, this edition lists descriptive information for all major cruise ships, including each vessel's history, vital statistics, appearance, itineraries, price range, and sport, dining, and medical facilities. Stern evaluates every detail by bestowing overall Star Awards as well as ratings in eleven specific categories. More than two hundred photographs of ships, decks, and interiors are included, along with actual shipboard menus and daily activity programs for each featured cruise line.This valuable guide assists you in selecting the ship best suited to your taste, advises you on how to prepare for your cruise, and explains what to expect once you are onboard. Stern discusses every major port of call worldwide, listing details on attractions, beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, sports, and other recreation. He also includes guidelines on how to make the most of an eight-hour stay in port." (Publisher Marketing) Check Our Catalog

Lonely Planet Europe ( Lonely Planet Europe on a Shoestring )

2011-10-27T06:36:00.000-07:00

" Europe is a patchwork of more than 40 compulsively individualistic countries and is a dazzling and spectacular place to explore. Jump in almost anywhere and join the party. Inspirational photos plus clear, easy-to-use maps and in-depth background information round out the handy guide." (Publishers Description) Check Our Catalog

Central Europe ( Lonely Planet )

2011-10-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

"Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovak, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia..: Like a sharp-eyed great uncle, Central Europe tells a gripping story one of east meets west, imperial grandeur, menacing fortresses and forest-cloaked peaks it 's a tale you ll never forget. You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.
Inside This Book :
8 passionate authors
105 maps
348 days of vibrant festivals
841km of the mighty Danube
Inspirational photos
Comprehensive planning tools
In-depth background
Easy-to-read layout
Clear, easy-to-use maps
At-a-glance practical info" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Zagat New York City Restaurants 2012

2011-10-19T16:27:00.000-07:00

"2012 New York City Restaurants covers over 2,050 restaurants in all five boroughs. This handy guide contains Zagats trusted Ratings & Reviews for New York City restaurants based on the opinions of 38,000 avid diners like you. The trademark reviews and corresponding ratings for Food, Decor, Service and Cost are organized alphabetically in a user-friendly format. Use the indexes arranged by cuisine, neighborhood and special features, such as Winning Wine Lists, Celebrity Chef or Romantic Places, to find the perfect restaurant for any occasion." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

The Best American Travel Writing 2011

2011-10-17T07:40:00.000-07:00

Edited By Sloane Crosley
"Crosley, in her introduction to this year's edition of the popular series, notes that the new obstacle of travel in the age of informationand thus, uberpreparednessis the extinction of the unexpected. Crosley sets the hopeful traveler's tone with Andr' Aciman's serendipity-filled adventure to hunt down the ghost of a Monet subjecta villa on the Italian Riviera. Emily Witt's short-attention-span-friendly Miami Party Boom earns points for most creative format, each interlude chronicling a social event and its characters. There's much affection for contributors' subjects to be found herefrom Mischa Berlinski's Haiti, and the young man he befriends there, to T'a Obreht's Serbia, where she reveals a decidedly unique take on American vampire mania. Readers, beware: few may feel courageous enough to attempt their own bird-watching journal after a flight in the tender grip of Annie Proulx's enchanting diary of an aviary Wyoming year. Crosley reminds readers that the nature of the world is that it will provide that valuable introductory course only once, and her selections succeed in piquing the armchair traveler's wanderlust." (Booklist) Check Our Catalog

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: India (American REV)

2011-10-17T07:34:00.000-07:00

"This lavishly illustrated guide is the perfect accompaniment for your trip to India, with regional coverage stretching from the Great Himalayas of the north to the tropical peninsular of the south. Packed with 3D aerial views, cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights, and now with even more full-color maps of towns and regions, you can get a great visual appetizer wherever you go. Find out all you need to know about sights, beaches, markets and festivals, listed town by town and expert information on India's dizzying variety of highlights from the most magnificent palaces to where to find the best authentic Indian cuisine. And with absorbing sections on temples, shrines and places of worship, walks, scenic routes, thematic tours and an introduction to trekking in the Himalayas, this comprehensive guide is completely indispensable.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights 3-D aerial views of the city's most interesting districts Huge selection of hotels, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues Specially devised walking tours." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Arctic Obsession: The Lure of the Far North

2011-10-13T11:06:00.000-07:00

By Alexis Troubetzkov
"A boisterous survey of those answering the Siren call of the North Pole.
Troubetzkoy (A Brief History of the Crimean War, 2006, etc.) proceeds roughly chronologically as he follows dozens of explorers making their way to the Arctic in search of fame, fortune, discovery, adventure or territory. He starts with the Greek Pytheas, who claimed to have gazed upon Ultima Thule in 325 BCE, though the only account burned with the Library of Alexandria. The author tenders much cultural, historical, political and geographical detail, but not at the expense of drama, romance and manliness. Of the Vikings: "Drink, women, and song were embraced with the same fervor as war, pillage, and slaughter." Of Dutch navigator William Barents: "One wonders at the mould from which these early Arctic intrepids were formed—exceptional people they were." Then there was Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen sleeping off the Arctic night: "We carried this art to a high pitch of perfection...sometimes as much as 20 hours' sleep in 24." Troubetzkoy makes excellent use of diaries and notebooks to convey period flavor and a sense of immediacy, as well as to showcase some dazzling writing, of which George Kennan's description of the aurora borealis is a real gem. But the author wisely lets the extraordinary adventures speak for themselves, ushering along Sebastian Cabot seeking a northeast trade route to Cathay and Martin Frobisher looking to the northwest. There are the great tragedies of Henry Hudson, John Franklin, Jens Munk and a worshipful company of others, as well as the endless, ruinous attempts to discover a Northwest Passage. Troubetzkoy also intelligently discusses the effects of global warming on the fauna and flora, as well as modernization on the indigenous peoples. Bickering over mineral and oil rights is now standard fare at international conferences.
Colorful enthusiasm draped over a thorough treatment of Arctic exploration." (Kirkus Reviews) Check Our Catalog

Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships (2012)

2011-10-05T17:06:00.000-07:00

By Douglas Ward

"Part 1 combines authoritative text and evocative color photography to define the cruising experience, helping readers decide on which type of cruise, which cruise line and which size of ship is best for them. There is lively background information on the burgeoning cruise industry and what makes it so enjoyable and popular with travelers, along with things the cruise lines won't always tell you, and plenty of snippets of fascinating information gleaned from Douglas Ward's many years of cruising. Part 2 consists of comprehensive reviews of every major cruise vessel, from large to small, from unabashed luxury and exclusivity to ships for the budget-minded and youth-oriented. Details include precise specifications on size and facilities, number of cabins, etc, as well as an overview of what to expect on board and useful information for families. Part 3 provides practical information on booking, budgeting, cruise etiquette and safety at sea, plus website contacts for every major cruise line." Check Our Catalog

Maphead: Charting the Wide, Weird World of Geography Wonks

2011-10-05T16:10:00.000-07:00

By Ken Jennings
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Map geek and celebrated Jeopardy!Â winner Jennings (Ken Jennings's Trivia Almanac: 8,888 Questions in 365 Days, 2008, etc.) tells the engaging story of maps and the people who love them.
At age 7, while friends obsessed over He-Man and Knight Rider, the author succumbed to the names and shapes of remote places and began collecting atlases. "You see that first map, and your mind is rewired, probably forever," he writes. Determined to better understand his cartophilia, he offers a wide-ranging history of maps (which predate writing) and visits many present-day "mapheads" who make, use, collect, buy and sell or steal maps. Most Americans remain ignorant of geography, he writes.Â Once deemed a pillar of a good education, the subject has vanished from most U.S. schools, and few of even the best colleges now have a geography department. Still, Jennings discovered a thriving community of map freaks—many "gifted spatially"—who spend much of their time around visual representations of places. Among the Library of Congress' 5.5 million maps, he found several that played key roles in the D-Day invasion and the moon landing. At the annual London Map Fair, he observed insular collectors of antique maps. Map collecting began in the Renaissance, he writes, and soaring prices have made it a hobby for the affluent. Thefts have increased dramatically, as thieves armed with X-Acto knives easily pilfer treasures from libraries. Today's map geeks often pursue such hobbies as traveling abroad with checklists in hand to "collect" countries; riding U.S. roads to "clinch" routes; and using GPS or other navigational devices to hide and seek containers ("geocaches") around the world. Paper maps are losing ground in the digital map revolution, but the lure of place continues to beckon through Google Earth and other digital technologies.
Fun and informative." (Kirkus Reviews) Check Our Catalog

Gerry Frank's Where to Find It, Buy It, Eat It in New York (2012-2013)

2011-09-28T11:53:00.000-07:00

By Gerry Frank

"Newly revised, updated 17th edition of Gerry Frank's Where to Find it, Buy it, Eat it in New York. Comprehensive guide for the first-time visitor as well as native New Yorker. Hundreds of new businesses -- restaurants, stores, food shops, hotels, museums, and services. A one-stop source for everything the title suggest: where to find it, buy it, eat it in this remarkably diverse city. The wealth of information includes: getting around the city, tipping, safety, where to go -- with kids, for tickets, for restrooms, and even for free. Hundreds of interesting trivia and travel tips as well." "Frank is uniquely qualified to write the best-selling guide to New York. As a fourth-generation member of one of the nation's leading retailing families, he spent several decades in the merchandising field, As a graduate of Cambridge University in England, and as Chief of Staff to United States Senator Mark Hatfield, he has visited over 150 countries, dined with commoners, kings and princes, and has experienced the best (and worst) dining, service, and shoppping in every major city in the world. And as a proprietor of a famous Konditorei in the Pacific Northwest, he knows the food and restaurant business from grocery shelves to dining rooms. He has spent over a quarter century researching every corner of Manhattan." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's New York City 2012

2011-09-25T13:45:00.000-07:00

By Rachel Klein
"Full-color guide - Make your trip to New York City unforgettable with 60 maps, illustrated features, and 265 color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools - Top experiences and attractions - Practical advice for getting around - Easy-to-read color neighborhood maps
Explore Chinatown, SoHo, Midtown, and beyond - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Illustrated features on the Statue of Liberty, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Ground Zero
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's New York City-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts - Revised annually to provide the latest information
Added bonus: At the end of each Fodor's hotel review, we've included snippets from TripAdvisor reviews. Plan your trip with the extra peace of mind that comes from knowing each of Fodor's expert selections is reinforced by consumer experience and feedback." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Australia ( Insight Guide ) (6TH ed.)

2011-09-25T13:41:00.000-07:00

By Jerry Dennis
"nsight Guide Australia is a indispensable guide to one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Our inspirational Best of Australia section highlights the unmissable sights and experiences, while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the planning information you need for your trip Down Under. Our selective listings for hotel and restaurants are the personal recommendations of our local authors and direct visitors to authentic establishments with local character.
Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into the country's aboriginal culture, flora and fauna, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and surfing culture.
With more historical background than any of its competitors, this book provides a real insight into the people and culture of Australia, which will make your trip a more enriching experience. Whether you're surfing off the Gold Coast, diving the Great Barrier Reef, or hiking through the Blue Mountains, Insight Guides will help you make the most of your visit. The informative text, written by local experts, is a pleasure to read and accompanied by stunning photography and full-color maps.:nsight Guide Australia is a indispensable guide to one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Our inspirational Best of Australia section highlights the unmissable sights and experiences, while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the planning information you need for your trip Down Under. Our selective listings for hotel and restaurants are the personal recommendations of our local authors and direct visitors to authentic establishments with local character.
Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into the country's aboriginal culture, flora and fauna, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and surfing culture.
With more historical background than any of its competitors, this book provides a real insight into the people and culture of Australia, which will make your trip a more enriching experience. Whether you're surfing off the Gold Coast, diving the Great Barrier Reef, or hiking through the Blue Mountains, Insight Guides will help you make the most of your visit. The informative text, written by local experts, is a pleasure to read and accompanied by stunning photography and full-color maps." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

The Unofficial Guide Walt Disney World 2012 (7TH ed.)

2011-09-21T17:10:00.000-07:00

By Bob Sehlinger "Exhaustively researched and packed with insider advice that will save you both time and moneyTried and tested touring plans that save as much as four hours of standing in line in a single dayTips, advice, and opinions from hundreds of Walt Disney World guests in their own wordsAlmost 250 hotels rated and ranked for quality and value, including the top non-Disney hotels for familiesA complete Dining Guide with ratings and reviews of all Walt Disney World restaurants, plus extensive alternatives for dining deals outside the WorldEvery attraction rated and ranked for each age group. Coverage of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter including best times to beat the crowds, the best places to buy Butterbeer, and the scoop on all the shops in the village of Hogsmeade.Walt Disney World Resort theme parks are rated best in the world. earning high marks for things outside of the traditional theme park experience. Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival, which takes place for six weeks every fall and showcases food from twenty-five countries, was rated by Forbes Traveler as one of the Best U.S. Food and Wine Festivals.In 2011, Disney not only launched its new cruise ship, the "Disney Dream," it also announced plans of a complete overhaul of Pleasure Island set to begin construction and reopen as Hyperion Wharf." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Backroads & Byways of New England: Drives, Day Trips & Weekend Excursions

2011-09-21T16:20:00.000-07:00

By Karen Hammond "Share an insider s knowledge of New England s roads less traveled and explore all its hidden corners with this guide. Journey to bucolic countryside, dramatic and rocky coastlines, pristine lakes and mountains, picturesque covered bridges, retro clam shacksand fishing villages New England s beauty exceeds all expectations.About the series: Whether you need to get away for a weekend orlonger, want to explore your home state or makeplans for free time in an area you don t know well, take to the road with a Backroads & Byways book.You ll discover the most interesting places to visiton and off the beaten path. Destinations will appealto foodies, history buffs, families with kids, couples, adventurers, hikers, bikers in short, everyone.With itineraries appropriate for visits of differingdurations and in different seasons, tips for comfortableaccommodations, great food, and good shoppingtoo, look to Backroads & Byways for the mostinteresting and diverse short trips available." (Publisher Marketing) Check Our Catalog

Greece Athens & the Mainland [With Pull-Out Map] ( DK Eyewitness Travel Guides )

2011-09-11T13:19:00.000-07:00

By Marc Dubin
""DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Greece, Athens and the Mainland" will lead you straight to the best attractions this region has to offer. Packed with detailed maps and beautiful cutaways and floor plans of all unparalleled sites, this guide highlights the best things to do in Greece, Athens, and the Mainland, such as exploring the archaeological monuments of the Acropolis, visiting the monasteries of Meteora, relaxing on a beach, and taking a scenic walk to discover some of Europe's most inspiring scenery.
Fully updated and expanded, the "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Greece, Athens and the Mainland" includes all the essential insider information every traveler needs, including dozens of reviews for hotels, listings of recommended restaurants, and tips for shopping, entertainment, and excursions, for any budget." (Publisher Marketing) Check Our Catalog

Pathways To The Presidency; A Guide To The Lives, Homes, and Museums Of The U.S. Presidents

2011-09-11T13:11:00.000-07:00

By Gerald Gutek
"For serious historians and casual tourists alike, Pathways to the Presidency is an ideal travel guide to touring presidential homes and museums. Gerald and Patricia Gutek invite American history enthusiasts to journey through the private lives of our presidents--from George Washington to George W. Bush--by visiting the family homes of our former chief executives as well as the libraries and museums honoring their presidencies. Aided by the Guteks' extensive research and concise biographies of each of their subjects, readers of this handy guidebook can deepen their knowledge of these central figures in American history.Presidential birthplaces, boyhood homes, and adult residences have been preserved, restored, or re-created by a local, state, and national historical agencies. Among the sites described in the Guteks' guide are Jefferson's Virginia plantations; the only home ever owned by Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois; the Truman home in Independence, Missouri; and the first home of Clinton in Hope, Arkansas. Beyond residential buildings, the guide also highlights all of the presidential libraries and museums, such as Kennedy's on the Boston waterfront, Carter's in downtown Atlanta, and Reagan's in Simi Valley.
The section on each president begins with a biographical sketch followed by site descriptions of their homes and libraries that are open to the public. The information needed to locate and tour each of these sites, as well as important details on admissions, operations, and contacts, is also provided. Pathways to the Presidency offers a comprehensive introduction to historical preservation and tourism connected to America's highest office and an invitation to learn more about the U.S. presidents as distinct individuals with lives rooted in the larger American experience." (Publisher Marketing) (Check Our Catalog)

100 Places to Go Before They Disappear

2011-08-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

By Ranjedra Pachauri
"Although the title may prepare readers for stunning photographs with a gloomy message, they are unlikely to anticipate either the vast variety of scenes or the many arms of climate change and human impact depicted and described within this book. From busy urban centers, such as Tokyo and Chicago, where the average temperatures have risen significantly, or London and Venice, both addressing the threat of flooding to the isolated places that appear to be far from the reach of human impact, such as the North Pole or Rio de la Plato, Uruguay, each destination is accompanied by a brief description including the effects of climate change on the environment and the people. With landscapes, cityscapes, aerial views, portraits and even underwater shots, the variety of awe-inspiring photographs will remind readers help to reinforce that the earth is a place to be cherished and explored. The book maintains a balance as part armchair travelogue with an environmentalist agenda and will likely please both demographics. 100 color photos" (Publishers Weekly) Check Our Catalog

Frommer's 23 Great Drives in New England (8TH ed.)

2011-08-25T08:31:00.000-07:00

By Kathy Arnold
"23 practical driving tours with full color photos and maps for the independent travelerdivided into 6 states each with its own city and driving tourseasy to use map at the beginning of each tourhighlights to special events, crafts and customs as well as distance and driving timesspecial tips for scenic routes, traveling with children, history buffs, and recommended walks" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Rick Steves' Best of Europe (2012)

2011-08-25T08:06:00.000-07:00

By Rick Steves
"You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you "really" need to know when planning a Grand Tour of Europe. In this guide, Rick covers the best of Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Switzerland.
You'll find a healthy mix of big cities, small towns, and exciting regions, including:
London, Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Prague, and BarcelonaRothenberg, Siena, Toledo, Hallstatt, and GimmelwaldProvence, the French Riviera, the Romantic Road, the Berner Oberland, and the Cinque Terre
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. You'll learn how to find the right bus in Rome, an inexpensive crepe in Paris, and which museums and sights are worth your time and money." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Boston (2012)

2011-08-24T17:42:00.000-07:00

By Stephanie Butler
"Full-color guide - Make your trip to Boston unforgettable with maps, illustrated features, and color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools - Top experiences & attractions - Lodging comparison charts - Easy-to-read color regional maps
Explore Boston, and beyond - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Illustrated features on the Freedom Trail and Whale-Watching - Best bets for dining and lodging, ideas for making the most of your time, shopping blitz tours, family activities, and museums.
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's Boston-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts - Revised annually to provide the latest information
Added bonus: At the end of each Fodor's hotel review, we've included snippets from TripAdvisor reviews." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Eyewitness: Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country

2011-08-22T07:33:00.000-07:00

By Richard Varr
""...will lead you straight to the best attractions these regions have to offer. Packed with detailed maps, including a new pullout map with detailed sheet maps and useful transportation information, this guide explores every facet of these historic areas.
Also included are beautiful cutaways and floor plans of all the major sites and suggestions for the best places to visit, from the Old City known as "America's most historic square mile," encompassing Independence Hall and the iconic Liberty Bell, to the outstanding museums, which include the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. This "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide" provides all the insider tips every visitor to these destinations needs, with dozens of reviews of hotels, recommendations for restaurants and entertainment, and tips for shopping in Philadelphia & the Pennsylvania Dutch.Country." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Explorer's Guide: Maine Coast and Islands: Key to a Great Destination ( Great Destinations)

2011-08-17T17:24:00.000-07:00

By Christina Tree
"From landmarks like Acadia National Park to the quaint fishing towns and lobster pounds up and down the coastline, Christina Tree and Nancy English will guide you to the best of the best. ...Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered. Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, culture, and history." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's See It Italy

2011-08-17T17:08:00.000-07:00

By Sheila Hawkins " Fodor’s see it Italy is perfect for travelers who want to understand Italian history and culture before they arrive, and experience the country like a native Italian while they’re there.

Overflowing with brilliant color photography, this is the only illustrated guide that provides the practical information that you need while traveling–complete restaurant and hotel reviews with exact prices for lodging and dining (not ranges), plus time-saving tips and how to avoid crowds, exact admission prices to key sights, great photo stops, and special notes on “kid-friendly” attractions throughout." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

The Berkshire Hills & Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts ( Explorer's Guide ) (3RD ed.)

2011-08-17T16:57:00.000-07:00

By Christina Tree

"Seasoned travel writers Christina Tree and William Davis tell you everything you need to know about this naturally beautiful and culturally rich region. As they lead you across the Mohawk Trail and along scenic drives, you ll visit must-see performing arts festivals, museums, wineries, antiques shops, nature preserves, and the best places to stay and to eat, from 4-star restaurants to classic diners." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

An Explorer's Guide Yosemite & the Southern Sierra Nevada ( Great Destinations ) (2ND ed.)

2011-08-08T07:53:00.000-07:00

By David Page
"The only complete guide to California s southern Sierra Nevada some of the most stunning wilderness in North America is better than ever in this revised, updated edition. Detailed reviews of lodging, dining, and recreation, plus outfitters, campsites, trails, and points of historic and cultural interest." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Caribbean ( DK Eyewitness Travel Guides )

2011-08-08T07:23:00.000-07:00

By Aruna Ghose
" Packed with photographs, illustrations, and detailed mapping of 130 Caribbean islands, the guide explores every facet of the irresistible islands, from Harrison's Caves in Barbados to Nelson's Dockyard in Antigua, as well as the best beaches of the Dominican Republic and the best Caribbean islands for history and architecture and hiking.
The ideal companion for those on a Caribbean cruise or those traveling independently, the guide provides all the insider tips a visitor needs, such as the best places to dive, snorkel, sail, and play golf. Also included are extensive information about unforgettable nature reserves and comprehensive listings of the best hotels, villas, resorts, restaurants, and nightlife in the Caribbean for all budgets.
You'll find 3D cutaways and floor plans of all the major sites, plus features on Caribbean music, cuisine, sports, and even getting married in the Caribbean. With tour routes of the Blue Mountains, Jamaican Rum Distilleries, and Rainforests on Martinique-and all the sights, beaches, and resorts listed town by town-"DK Eyewitness Travel: The Caribbean" is an indispensable guide to the islands." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Explorer's Guide the Finger Lakes: A Great Destination (4TH ed.)

2011-08-03T13:00:00.000-07:00

By Katharine Dyson
"The author spent over a year driving around each lake, stopping for countless interviews with residents and businesspeople. The guide, now in full color, contains more than 100 photos, detailed maps, and info on attractions, events, shopping, history, recreation, and more. Includes lake-by-lake chapters, a section on gateway cities, transportation, important phone numbers, and services." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Zagat New York City Shopping (2012)

2011-08-03T12:49:00.000-07:00

By Randi Golin
"Whether you're a shopaholic or a bargain-hunter, you'll find Zagat's 2012 New York City Shopping guide indispensable. Covering over 2,000 stores in 50+ categories ranging from handbags to home goods, shoes to software, toys to toiletries it's all here. Rated by thousands of enthusiastic NYC shoppers, this guide is sure to be the one you won't leave home without." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Route 66 Adventure Handbook: Turbocharged (4TH ed.)

2011-08-03T12:36:00.000-07:00

By Drew Knowles
"Fully revised and expanded, this guide to all the exuberance, splendor, and absurdity of Route 66 includes details on the magnificent architecture, natural wonders, vintage motels and cafes, unique museums, offbeat attractions, fascinating artifacts and icons, and kitschy tourist traps that dot this famous stretch of road. Now featuring dozens of city maps that pinpoint locations of interest, this painstakingly researched handbook provides information on how to locate the multiple paths of Route 66, including unmarked portions of the old highway; contact information for Route 66 associations and local visitor bureaus; an index of all Route 66 towns; and anecdotes, trivia, attractions, and suggested side trips." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Frommer's Scandinavia (24TH ed.)

2011-07-25T10:59:00.000-07:00

By Darwin Porter
"Up-to-date coverage of Europe's most scenic and unspoiled region. You'll find the very best of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, from city sightseeing to wilderness adventures, fjord cruises, and great small towns.
Loaded with detailed maps and smart tips that help you plan your trip more easily, our guide features accommodations, attractions and restaurants for every taste and budget. We'll take you to Renaissance castles and Viking ruins; as well as show you where to enjoy the best outdoor activities from dogsledding and reindeer safaris to fishing and hiking in the Land of the Midnight Sun." (Publisher Description) Check our Catalog

Rick Steves' Mediterranean Cruise Ports

2011-07-25T10:53:00.000-07:00

"In this guide, Rick Steves focuses on some of the grandest sights in Europe. As always, he has a plan to help you have a meaningful cultural experience while you're there--even with just a few hours in port.
Inside you'll find one-day itineraries for sightseeing at or near the major Mediterranean ports of call, including:
Barcelona, Marseille, Toulon, Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and MonacoFlorence, Rome, Naples, and VeniceDubrovnik, Split, Athens, Mykonos, and SantoriniIstanbul and Ephesus
"Rick Steves' Mediterranean Cruise Ports" explains how to get into town from the cruise terminal, shares sightseeing tips, and includes self-guided walks and tours. You'll learn which destinations are best for an excursion--and which you can confidently visit on your own. You'll also get tips on booking a cruise, plus hints for saving time and money on the ship and in port." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

AAA Essential Barbados (5TH ed.)

2011-07-25T10:40:00.000-07:00

By Karen Lee Stow
"AAA Essential Barbados is ideal for travelers who want all of the essentials in a single guidebook. Written by a travel expert, it packs a wealth of insight on traveling to and around Barbados -- all in a convenient size for travelers on the go. With top 10 sights, easy-to-use maps, and the inside scoop on shopping, dining, nightlife, walks and tours, and children's activities, this guide delivers the necessities for a successful, enjoyable trip." (Publisher Description)

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Explorer's Guide Virginia

2011-07-21T10:38:00.000-07:00

By Candyce H. Stapen
"Virginia is for lovers lovers of history, the outdoors, sport, and fine food! Hike and kayak at Belle Isle State Park; soak up Revolutionary history in Colonial Williamsburg; sample Piedmont wines and Eastern Shore crab cakes; or visit Arlington National Cemetery. From ocean to mountains, wildlife sanctuaries to caves, Virginia s joys are endless." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Essential USA: Spectacular Cities, Natural Wonders, and Great American Road Trips (2ND ed.)

2011-07-21T10:35:00.000-07:00

By Matthew Lombardi
"Explore the Maine coast, the beaches of Southern California, and scores of great All-American destinations in between - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Regional itineraries - Best national monuments, city neighborhoods, amusement parks, and outdoor adventures
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's locally based writers reveal their favorite haunts -" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Footprint: Western Canada Handbook (4TH ed.)

2011-07-21T10:29:00.000-07:00

By Matthew Gardner
"Mountain ranges, rolling plains, lush rainforest, and moonscape Badlands: Get back to nature with Footprint's fully revised and updated guide to Western Canada. Now in its fourth edition, this guide gives you everything you need to get the most from the great outdoors, whether you want to strike out on your own or go with an adventure tour operator. Detailed listings include ranches and wilderness lodges, B&Bs and bush camps, plus the best places to eat and, crucially, how to get around--whether by car, bus, train, or snowmobile!" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Civil War Road Trip, Volume 1: A Guide to Northern Virginia, Maryland & Pennsylvania: First Manassas to Gettysburg

2011-07-21T10:20:00.000-07:00

By Michael Weeks
"Although the Civil War was fought across America, the most captivating events for history buff s seem to be those that occurred in the relatively small region surrounding the two wartime capitals, Washington, DC, and Richmond, Virginia. In The Civil War Road Trip: A Guide to Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, author Michael Weeks takes you on complete tours of every major military campaign in the region during the first two years of the war, from First Manassas in 1861 to Gettysburg in 1863. Weeks has visited every site included here, learning their vibrant stories and driving thousands of miles to bring readers the most accurate information. Detailed directions and maps for your own road trip, along with a blow-by-blow history of each campaign, will guide you to and through some of the war s most critical battlegrounds, including Fredericksburg, Antietam, and the Shenandoah Valley. Travel tips, historic lodging places, and further sources of information are also included. Fully up to date and thoroughly researched, this guidebook is indispensable for travelers interested in America." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Wild Coast: Travels on South America's Untamed Edge

2011-07-13T16:54:00.000-07:00

By John Gimlette
"Keen-eyed travel writer Gimlette garnered acclaim for depicting sojourns in Newfoundland (Theatre of Fish, 2005) and Paraguay (At the Tomb of the Inflatable Pig, 2008). A similar reception well may greet this observant chronicle of his latest adventure, a tour through Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. Blending depictions of their present-day appearances and recursions into the history of these former English, Dutch, and French colonies, Gimlette seasons the account with his signature element of pithy portraiture of his hosts, guides, and inhabitants. Most people in these lands between the deltas of the Orinoco and Amazon Rivers live in the coastal strip, but there ends the generality among the three places. Gimlette sorts through a succession of recent events, languages, and ethnicities in discussions that tend to spring from the region's seventeenth-century origins as sugar plantations worked by enslaved Africans, and various slave revolts echo in Gimlette's considerations of, for example, violent strife in 1980s Suriname. Displaying open-minded curiosity, Gimlette's marvelous depiction of the tropics ranges far from the tourist track."( Booklist) Check Our Catalog

Turn Right at Machu Picchu: Rediscovering the Lost City One Step at a Time

2011-07-13T16:52:00.000-07:00

By Mark Adams
"Journalist Adams, whose previous Mr. America was an entertaining rediscovery of the life of early 20th-century fitness guru Bernard Macfadden, explores the weird crevasses of American exploration. In this fascinating history/travelogue, Adams looks at the work of Hiram Bingham III, who became a national sensation after he "discovered" the ancient city of Machu Picchu in July 1911. To celebrate the centennial of Bingham's discovery, Adams attempts to follow Bingham's exact footsteps through the Andes Mountains of Peru, with two clear goals: to figure out "how Bingham had gotten to Machu Picchu in the first place" and, in the face of recent claims that he had illegally smuggled artifacts out of the country, to understand the broader story of Bingham's "all-consuming attempt to solve the mystery of why such a spectacular granite city had been built in such a spellbinding location." Adams successfully weaves Bingham's talesas well as resuscitating Bingham's positive reputation and accomplishmentsinto his own description of difficult but often amusing travels with his companions, a rugged Australian survivalist and four local mule tenders, which climaxes with an amazing visual moment that happens only once a year at Machu Picchu on the morning of the winter solstice." (Publishers Weekly) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Essential India: With Delhi, Rajasthan, the Taj Mahal & Mumbai

2011-07-06T12:34:00.000-07:00

By Caroline Trefler
"Covering such destinations as Delhi, Rajasthan, the Taj Mahal, and Mumbai, this Gold Guide to India contains dazzling full-color photos, detailed maps, and illustrated features sure to provide visitors with much-needed information." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Garden Guide: New York City (Revised)

2011-07-06T12:30:00.000-07:00

By Nancy Berner
"From the giant topiary of an airplane in the Queens Botanical Garden to the mannered space of the Frick Collection, here are the stories of more than 100 gardens in New York City. In addition to describing a variety of flora and fauna, This book chronicles the events and personalities behind the green spaces visited by generations of New Yorkers. Includes 50 color photos and visitor information for each garden." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Moon Handbooks Florida Gulf Coast

2011-07-06T12:27:00.000-07:00

By Joshua Kinser
" Long-time Florida resident Joshua Kinser covers the best of the Gulf Coast, from the mangroves of Everglades National Park to the glass skyscrapers and lazy canals of Tampa. Kinser has plenty of fun, interesting trip strategies to offer, including Best Beaches, Camping on the Coast, and RV the GC. Complete with details on snorkeling and diving the Nature Coast's Caverns, wandering through the historical sites of Apalachicola and Tallahassee, and fishing along miles of coast and parkland, "Moon Florida Gulf Coast" gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Lonely Planet Great Britain [With London Pull-Out Map] (9TH ed.)

2011-06-20T07:01:00.000-07:00

By David Else
"From the graceful architecture of Canterbury Cathedral to the soaring ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, via the mountains of Wales or the Roman ruins of Hadrian 's Wall, Britain 's endless variety is astounding. Our Promise:
You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.
Inside This Book :441 days of research, 161 maps, 8 classic itineraries, 5000+ years of history, Inspirational photos, Clear, easy-to-use maps, Pull-out city map, 3D plans , Comprehensive planning tools, In-depth background." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

On the Road to Babadag: Travels in the Other Europe

2011-06-16T10:44:00.000-07:00

By Andrzej Stasiuk
"A Nike Award–winning author travels through Eastern Europe, a place littered with the crumbling relics of communism, with inhabitants abandoned and seemingly frozen in time waiting for their future to begin.
Eschewing major European cities, Stasiuk (Fado, 2009, etc.) traveled east from his native Poland into the nearly deserted yet captivating landscapes of places off the usual tourist route, including Transylvania, Moldova, Slovenia, Romania, Ukraine and Albania. Translated from Polish, the spellbinding language captures the author's piercing insights with painful clarity; Stasiuk refuses to soften what he sees, hears and smells, providing a dynamic postcard of his travels. Readers will be rapidly ensnared by his recounting of a curiously exotic and complex region of the world—villages where, "[i]f you took away the cars, everything would be as it was a hundred year ago," where "monotony suggests eternity." Peppered with haunting landscapes, the terrain contains a history of brutal wars and rapacious dictators. Driving through Slovenia, the author came across a dark valley, the largest unmarked cemetery in a country where "in the summer of 1945, Tito's Communists murdered in this place, without a trial or witnesses, prisoners who had been handed over to them by armies of the Allies." In Albania, the author encountered a nation lacking the resources to melt down the 600,000 bunkers built between 1944 and 1985, during the regime of Enver Hoxha. "When the highway turned toward Tirana, the bunkers began," he writes. "Gray concrete skulls, jutting a meter above the ground, gazed with eyes that were black vertical slits. They looked like corpses buried standing." Whether writing about gypsies, the ancient bond between beasts and humans or the threadbare currency of Moldova, Stasiuk's language and sharp observations reveal a discerning intellect.
A mesmerizing, not-to-be-missed trek through a little-visited region of the world." (Kirkus Reviews) Check Our Catalog

Moon Michigan ( Moon Handbooks Michigan )

2011-06-15T14:02:00.000-07:00

By Laura Martone
"World traveler Laura Martone spends summers with her family on Michigan's Big Bear Lake, and she shares her favorite Michigan experiences, from indulging at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City to exploring Detroit's rhythmic roots and auto museums. Martone provides itineraries for trekking through the Upper Peninsula, touring lighthouses on the Great Lake shoreline, and splurging on a luxury B&B on the popular Mackinac Island. "Moon Michigan" is packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations. Complete with details on where to ice fish, taste-teste local fudge and go golfing in the Lower Peninsula, "Moon Michigan" gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Irresistible North: From Venice to Greenland on the Trail of the Zen Brothers

2011-06-15T10:54:00.000-07:00

By Andrea DiRobilant
" This delightful journey begins with di Robilant's serendipitous discovery of a travel narrative published in Venice in 1558 by the Renaissance statesman Nicolo Zen that recreated the travels of two of Zen's ancestors who explored the North Atlantic in the 1380s and 1390s. di Robilant set out to discover why later, in the 19th century, the Zens' account came under attack as one of the greatest frauds in geographical history." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Frommer's The Carolinas & Georgia (10TH ed.)

2011-06-06T10:49:00.000-07:00

By Darwin Porter

"Learn about the legendary brothers who were "First in Flight" at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. See chapter 5.
Free pocket map inside, plus easy-to-read maps throughout.
Exact prices, directions, opening hours, and other practical information.
Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, plus sights, shopping, and nightlife.
Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning idea.
Insider tips from local expert authors.
Enjoy the best of a multi-faceted region that offers something for any visitor, from the beach to the mountains to city life.Try your hand at golfing, wine tasting, or white-water rafting, and then make time to explore some Southern history, culture, and food." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Lonely Planet Discover Canada

2011-06-06T10:38:00.000-07:00

By Karla Zimmerman
" Experience the Best of Canada:
Vancouver, the Canadian Rockies, roaring Niagara Falls - we've selected the most iconic sights and incredible places so you can enjoy the real Canada with the minimum of fuss.
Highlights reveal the must-see attractions and unbeatable experiences.
Itineraries make planning your trip simpler than ever.
Local Experts recommend what not to miss.
Pull-Out Map puts the streets of Vancouver in your pocket.
Our Promise :
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Frommer's Poland (2ND ed.)

2011-06-06T10:33:00.000-07:00

By Mark Baker
"With the stunningly beautiful architecture of Krakow, the cultural attractions of Warsaw, the somber Holocaust museums, spectacular hiking in the Tatra Mountains, and the seaside resorts of the Baltic Coast, Poland offers a range of attractions to suit every traveler's tastes. "Frommer's Poland "provides detailed maps, thoroughly researched reviews of reputable accommodations, dining recommendations, and suggested itineraries that allow readers to tailor a vacation uniquely suited to their needs, all written with Frommer's trusted insider perspective and outspoken opinions." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Saved by Beauty: Adventures of an American Romantic in Iran

2011-05-25T17:02:00.000-07:00

By Roger Housden
"When Housden (Ten Poems to Change Your Life, 2007, etc.) was a young man living in London in the early 1970s, he fell profoundly and permanently in love with Iranian literature, music, art and architecture. His vision of and attachment to Iran were highly idealized, however, based on second-hand cultural experiences that were "never tested by reality." In 2007, as he was casting about for his next writing project, he had a flash of intuition. He would undertake an exploration of "the other Iran," the country behind the politics and sensationalist headlines. The guides along this journey would include Rumi, the Persian mystic poet he had held close to his heart since youth; outspoken artists, thinkers, politicians and spiritual leaders; and everyday men and women. In his travels across Iran, Housden discovered a vibrant country made all the livelier by its abundant internal contradictions. Though austere on the surface with its apparent adherence to the fundamentalist tenets of Islam, Iran was a place where anything—from alcohol, Western films, drugs and sex—could be "delivered like a pizza" and where nose jobs and "Elvis haircuts" were the most popular and pervasive forms of social rebellion. At the same time, it was also a place steeped in tradition and a magnificent history that had deeply impacted the cultural and religious development of the West. But most movingly of all for Housden, a self-proclaimed romantic, Iran was where "Beauty [was] one of the names for God."" (Kirkus Reviews) Check Our Catalog

Northern Spain ( DK Eyewitness Travel Guides )

2011-05-18T17:42:00.000-07:00

"DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Northern Spain" will lead you straight to the best attractions Northern Spain has to offer, with over 700 detailed maps, illustrations, and color photographs. You'll find detailed background information on the best things to do in Northern Spain, from visiting the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, to tasting the flavors of Northern Spain's local produce and classic dishes, to viewing the spectacular Pyrenees mountain scenery, lush forests, and coastline of this stunning region. This bestselling travel guide is packed with beautiful cutaways and floor plans of all of Northern Spain's major attractions, as well as 3D aerial views of its most interesting districts. Features include a town by town listing of the best Northern Spanish sights, beaches, markets and festivals, with enlarged and enhanced maps of Northern Spain throughout. The "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Northern Spain" is fully updated and expanded, with dozens of reviews and recommendations for the best hotels and restaurants, and tips to make the most of the best beaches and cultural highlights of Northern Spain" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Roadfood: The Coast-To-Coast Guide to 800 of the Best Barbecue Joints, Lobster Shacks, Ice Cream Parlors, Highway Diners, and Much More

2011-05-18T17:33:00.000-07:00

By Jane Stern
"For road warriors and armchair epicures alike, the seventh edition of "Roadfood" is the key to finding some of the tastiest treasures in the United States. Totally revised and updated, the seventh edition covers more than 700 of the country's best local eateries, including more than 200 brand new listings along with up-to-date descriptions of old favorites." Check Our Catalog

Frommer's San Antonio & Austin

2011-05-11T15:56:00.000-07:00

By David Baird
"The Drag, a pedestrian strip near the University of Texas, features a colorful mix of stores and cafes. See chapter 13.
Detailed maps throughout.
Exact prices, directions, opening hours, and other practical information.
Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, plus sights, shopping, and nightlife.
Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas.
Insider tips from local expert author." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Boston

2011-05-11T15:43:00.000-07:00

By Patricia Harris
""DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Boston" will lead you straight to the best attractions Boston has to offer, with over 500 detailed maps, illustrations, and color photographs. You'll find detailed background information on the best things to do in Boston, from visiting the historical Harvard University to taking one of many historical walks to watching a Red sox Game. This bestselling travel guide is packed with beautiful cutaways and floor plans of all of Boston's major sights, 3D aerial views of its most interesting districts, and now a new pullout map with detailed sheet maps and useful transportation information.
Features include everything from a section on Four Great Days Out in Boston to where to go for a beer at the end of the day, with enlarged and enhanced Street Finder mapping throughout. "DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Boston" is fully updated and expanded with dozens of reviews for hotels in Boston, recommended restaurants, and tips for shopping and entertainment." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Moon Arizona

2011-05-08T12:50:00.000-07:00

By Tim Hull
"Freelance writer and news reporter Tim Hull offers up the best of Arizona, from rafting down the Colorado River to exploring the art galleries of Sedona. Tim includes creative trip strategies, such as Driving the History of Arizona and Feel the Heat: A Romantic Summer Weekend in Phoenix. As an Arizona native, Tim guides travelers to the Grand Canyon State's best-kept secrets, including "sky islands," small woodlands found on mountain ranges in the Sonoran desert. Explore Red Rock Country, visit the Navajo Nation, and hike in the Grand Canyon--" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Venice & the Best of Northern Italy [With On the Go Map]

2011-05-08T12:43:00.000-07:00

By Matthew Lombardi
"Full-color guide - Make your trip to Northern Italy unforgettable with illustrated features, 40 maps, and 200 color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools - Top experiences & attractions - Practical advice for getting around - Easy-to-read color regional maps.
Explore Venice, the Lake District, the Riviera, and beyond - Discerning Fodor's Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more - "Word of Mouth" tips from fellow Fodor's travelers - Illustrated features on Venice's St. Mark's Basilica, wine in the Piedmont, and shopping in Milan - Best Alpine adventures, world-class museums, and out-of-the-way villages.
Opinions from destination experts - Fodor's Italy-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts - Frequently updated to provide the latest information." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

National Geographic Traveler Istanbul & Western Turkey

2011-05-08T11:11:00.000-07:00

By Tristan Rutherford
"The relaunched "National Geographic Traveler" guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel, providing more insider tips and expert advice for a more authentic, cultural experience of each destination. These books serve discerning, curious travelers and supply information and interpretation not available on the Internet.
In response to the interests of today's traveler, the acclaimed "National Geographic Traveler" series includes exciting new editorial features, a contemporary redesign, and inviting new covers." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Railway Maps of the World

2011-05-04T16:35:00.000-07:00

By Mark Ovenden
"... Mark Ovenden has produced a mesmerizing compendium of historical and contemporary railway maps and posters from every corner of the world. Hundreds of images, covering two centuries of railway advertising, surveyors' plans, travel posters, satellite photos, and station wall maps, are combined with text brimming with vivid historical details and charming anecdotes.
Part One presents the stunning visual material chronologically, from the Liverpool and Manchester Railway of 1830 to the proposed 2020 high speed networks of China. Part Two is an atlas of maps from more than one hundred countries from Algeria to Argentina to Zambia and Zimbabwe. Appendixes include a trove of factoids, track stats and information about rail operators and rail museums. "Railway Maps of the World" is a visual delight for your eyes, making it a must have for every train fanatic-armchair or ticketed-history buff, and lover of graphic design. " (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Moon Kentucky

2011-05-04T16:30:00.000-07:00

By Theresa Dowell Blackinton
" Native Kentuckian Theresa Dowell Blackinton gives readers an insider's look at the Bluegrass State, from the revelry of the Kentucky Derby Festival to quiet, cool Mammoth Cave. Blackinton provides suggestions for unique trip itineraries, including Derby Fever Any Time of Year, Gone Fishin', and The Best of the Bluegrass State. Complete with tips on where to find the best bluegrass tunes and barbecue in Owensboro and how to rent a house boat to cruise the Land Between the Lakes Recreation Area, "Moon Kentucky" gives travelers to tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Cruise Guide to Europe and the Mediterranean

2011-05-02T11:59:00.000-07:00

"Capture the essence of cruising through the beautiful Mediterranean with DK's multi country guide to Europe's most spectacular cruising destinations. From Oslo to Athens, the guide covers 70 ports of call. Lush photos and illustrations, unique 3D models, and bird's eye view maps of all the major sites ensure that you don't miss a thing. Clue up on the basics, from ship etiquette to the best bars and restaurants ashore. Discover where the locals go and where to go for relaxing entertainment, world-class sites, and retail therapy. As with all "DK Eyewitness Travel Guides," this book shows you what others only tell you, offering all you need for an unforgettable cruise. Countries include: Croatia, Denmark, Estonia & Latvia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece & Cyprus, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Netherlands, North Africa, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Syria, and Turkey.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights 3D aerial views of the city's most interesting districts Huge selection of hotels, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues Specially devised walking tours, special events info." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Yosemite: The Complete Guide

2011-04-25T11:00:00.000-07:00

By James Kaiser
"Kaiser took three years to photograph Yosemite Park, hike the trails, and wander the backcountry. He passes on the lore and knowledge of the park, including tips and on-the-spot info to help you make the most of your time in Yosemite." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Guide to the Alaska Highway

2011-04-25T10:49:00.000-07:00

By Ron Dalby
"Traveling across the great northern expanses from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, to Delta Junction, Alaska, the 1,500-mile Alaska Highway remains one of the greatest driving adventures of all time. Inside you will find details on gas prices, where to camp, how to prepare your vehicle for the journey, and insightful driving tips.
Tips scattered through the guide
tell you where to spot wildlife,
let you in on a few favorite fishing holes, and
highlight important destinations.
Brimming with full-color photography..." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

The Other Side of the Mirror: An American Travels Through Syria

2011-04-25T07:41:00.000-07:00

By Brooke Allen
"Brooke Allen first traveled to Syria in 2009, expecting it to be much as American news media routinely depicted it--an ultra-conservative Muslim society, a rogue nation committed to an anti-American stance. She found, instead, a welcoming and captivating country where she and her family were treated with courtesy and gentleness.
She soon returned for a more leisurely trip through Syria's rich historical and archaeological treasures: the ancient cities of Aleppo and Damascus, the great Crusader castles, the Bronze Age ruins of Ebla and Mari, the Greco-Roman cities of Palmyra and Apamea. With her keen and appreciative eye (and ear) Allen introduces us to Syria's people, culture, and history. "The Other Side of the Mirror" illustrates one traveler's enlightenment, while reflecting on our American ways. For, as she writes, "To visit Syria is to confront the unhappy truth about our media, which is that much of the international news we read or see... serves not as a window looking out at the world but as a mirror: a mirror that reflects our own fears and obsessions and shines them right back at us."" (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

All Aboard: The Complete North American Train Travel Guide (3RD ed.)

2011-04-18T12:01:00.000-07:00

By Jim Loomis

"It's about the journey, not the destination. "All Aboard"--first published in 1995, and now completely revised--is much more than just a mile-by-mile scenery guide for train travelers. It will make any trip smoother and more enjoyable with its insightful travel trips and information about how railroads operate. 50 b&w photos & illustrations. Maps."
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The 10 Best of Everything National Parks: 800 Top Picks from Parks Coast to Coast

2011-04-18T11:57:00.000-07:00

By Fran P. Mainella
"This timely, idea-filled guide covers "classic" parks, national historical parks, national monuments, national battlefields, national scenic trails, and beyond. The book features hundreds of Top 10 lists highlighting every park's best attraction, photos, and much more." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Great Railway Journeys of Europe

2011-04-18T11:54:00.000-07:00

"This full-color guide inspires travelers to sample a range of different railway experiences - slick, high tech lines between major European cities, classic journeys such as the Orient Express, and quaint narrow gauge railways chugging through green valleys and over dizzying mountain passes. There are also features on the history and growth of rail travel, railway hotels, feats of engineering, the Channel Tunnel, and much more." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Michelin Europe Tourist and Motoring Atlas (12TH ed.)

2011-04-13T11:43:00.000-07:00

"The grid-style format allows for highly detailed mapping on a manageable page size and an easy traveling experience. Includes over 40 countries, Cartography scale from 1/500,000 to 1/3,000,000, depending on the country, Spiral-bound, Includes place name index, sites and scenic routes, Includes 78 town maps, Includes route planner with major itineraries, Includes practical information on the EU countries: population, capitals, currency, political regime, national holidays, etc., Features climate information: average temperature, average monthly rainfall, Contains driving information for each European country, including speed restrictions, required documents, minimum driving age, maximum permitted level of blood." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Beyond Disney: The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, Seaworld & the Best of Central Florida (7TH ed.)

2011-04-11T13:59:00.000-07:00

By Bob Sehlinger
"According to the Orlando Tourism Bureau, Orlando hosted 47 million domestic and international visitors in 2009 (the most recent year available). Includes comprehensive coverage on the "Wizarding World of Harry Potter" which opened in 2010. Both "Universal" "Orlando(R) " and "SeaWorld(R)" remain in the top theme parks to visit in the United States- each with attendance of almost 5 million in 2009. "Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure" attendance is expected to increase with the much anticipated arrival of the "Wizarding World of Harry Potter". (Publisher) Check Our Catalog

Eat, Sleep, Ride: How I Braved Bears, Badlands and Big Breakfasts in My Quest to Cycle the Tour Divide

2011-04-06T16:32:00.000-07:00

By Paul Howard

"What kind of person selects a 2700-plus mile self-supported event for his first mountain bike race? A person looking for adventure and willing to push himself, and occasionally his bike, for almost a month. The Tour Divide stretches from Banff, Alberta, to Antelope Wells, NM, over paved roads and dirt, on some tracks only as wide as the bike, and among moose and rattlesnakes. A test of stamina, determination, willpower, and equipment, this relatively small race draws many whose only goal is completion. Howard ("Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape: The Remarkable Life of Jacques Anquetil, the First Five-Times Winner of the Tour de France" perseveres with humor as he weathers insane storms, rations his food, gets separated from companions, and occasionally struggles to continue, almost crying at the loss of a bag of Skittles. Unlike "The Cordillera" a literary journal of essays about the race, this title covers one biker's journey from start to finish. VERDICTThe story of a lengthy and sometimes grueling race told with humor and insight, this book is highly recommended for all cyclists, and it will delight armchair adventurers." (Library Journal) Check Our Catalog

Traveller Guides Albania, 2nd Edition

2011-04-03T12:46:00.000-07:00

By Thomas Cook Publishers
"Popular, compact guides for discovering the very best of country, regional and city destinations." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Summer in a Glass: The Coming of Age of Winemaking in the Finger Lakes

2011-04-03T12:12:00.000-07:00

By Evan Dawson
"New York's Finger Lakes is home to the country's fastest-growing wine region, and each year millions of tourists spill into the tasting rooms of its wineries. Filled with fun and likable characters, "Summer in a Glass" brings this burgeoning area to life and captures its exciting diversity--from its immigrant German winemakers to its young, technically trained connoisseurs, from classic Rieslings to up-and-coming Cabernet Francs." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Insight Guides: Brazil

2011-03-30T16:06:00.000-07:00

By Rachel Fox
"This guide covers the whole of the island, with full-color photographs and maps throughout. The Features section focuses on Brazil's turbulent history and diverse and colorful culture. The Places section covers the whole of the country in detail, from cosmopolitan Rio to the wilds of the Amazon jungle." (Publisher Description)
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Seasons of a Finger Lakes Winery

2011-03-30T16:00:00.000-07:00

By John Hartsock
"June is a time when the vineyardist thins and trains shoots, which seem to grow inches a day. During thinning and training one learns intimately about the personality of the grapevine. It is a strange creature, and one can see why in ancient Greece and Rome it represented the cycles of life. The bark on the main trunk tends to be cracked and crumpled, hanging in threads in some places, and reminiscent of a withered old man. Its not pretty to look at. But the vine comes to life in the smooth brown canes that were young growth the year before, and then in the tender, rubbery green shoots of the current season. In 1998, Gary and Rosemary Barletta purchased seven acres of land on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake. Descending to the west from the state route that runs along on the ridge overlooking the lake, the land was fertile, rich with shalestone and limestone bedrock, and exposed to moderating air currents from the lake. It was the perfect place to establish a vineyard, and the Barlettas immediately began to plant their vines and build the winery about which they had dreamed for years. The Barlettas story, as John C. Hartsock tells it, is a window onto the world of contemporary craft winemaking, from the harsh realities of business plans, vineyard pests, and brutal weather to the excitement of producing the first vintage, greeting enthusiastic visitors on a vineyard tour, and winning a gold medal from the American Wine Society for a Cabernet Franc. Above all, Seasons of a Finger Lakes Winery describes the connection forged among the vintner, the vine, and terroir. This ancient bond, when tended across the cycle of seasons, results in excellent wines and the satisfaction, on the part of the winemaker and the wine enthusiast, of tasting a perfect harvest in a single glass." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

1,000 Places to See in the United States and Canada Before You Die, Updated Ed.

2011-03-30T15:52:00.000-07:00

By Patricia Schultz
"The 1,000 Places to See books are pleasurable, inspiring, wondrous, a best-selling phenomenon and, yes, practical: Announcing the updated edition of "1,000 Places to See in the USA & Canada Before You Die," "The New York Times" No. 1 bestseller. Because USA & Canada is not only a wish book but also a guide, this information, including phone numbers, Web addresses, and more, is now completely revised and updated.
Just in time for travel season, for long summer weekends, for whenever the mood strikes to pack up the car and set out to discover a new piece of America (and Canada!), "1,000 Places to See in the USA & Canada" is a map to all the unique and wonderful places just around the corner: Sail the Maine Windjammers out of Camden. Explore the gold-mining trails in Alaska 's Denali wilderness. Collect exotic shells on the beaches of Captiva. Play tennis the way it was meant to be on grass at the lavish Victorian Newport Casino. Take a barbecue tour of Kansas City Arthur Bryant 's to Gates to Snead s. There 's the ice hotel in Quebec, the stalacpipe organ in Virginia, out-of-the-way Civil War battlefields, dude ranches and cowboy poetry readings, and what to do in Louisville after the Derby 's over.
More than 150 places are highlighted as family-friendly, and indices in the back organize the book by subject wilderness, dining, beaches, world-class museums, sports, festivals, and more." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Bradt Taiwan: The Bradt Travel Guide

2011-03-23T17:53:00.000-07:00

By Steven Crook
" Written by an author who has lived in Taiwan for 19 years, Bradt's brand-new "Taiwan" explores the island's breathtaking mountains, bird-rich forests and quaint villages where folk religion thrives. Travellers are discovering there's much more to Taiwan than high-tech gadgetry and a difficult relationship with China. Author Steven Crook leads visitors through a land where Chinese tradition lives on like nowhere else against a backdrop of northeast Asia's highest mountains. Taiwan is one of the most crowded countries on Earth, but beyond the ocean of people and vehicles, far from the neon and noise that confronts new arrivals, there's another world waiting to be discovered. This book is the guide for individuals who want more than the treasures of the National Palace Museum, the beaches of Kending, and the well-beaten trails of Alishan. Whether they aim to rough it on mountain peaks, observe age-old rituals in tucked-away temples or wallow in five-star comfort, Bradt's "Taiwan" will lead visitors on an unforgettable journey through Asia's newest destination." (Publisher Description)
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Ireland Unhinged: Encounters with a Wildly Changing Country

2011-03-23T17:41:00.000-07:00

By David Monagan
"A sometimes happy, sometimes blue story of how a transplanted American family experienced Ireland during the past decade.
Monagan (Jaywalking with the Irish, 2004) spent a year in Dublin in the early '70s and was taken by the vividness of life in Ireland. In 2000, he and his family moved from their home in Connecticut to Cork, amid the country's spectacular economic boom. Here the author looks back at the decade and the efforts he made to rediscover the "improvisational, wickedly fresh, and so very human" Ireland he knew. The process was a rediscovery because so much of what seemingly made Ireland special had been lost in the vulgar maw of the boom, "a litany of runaway materialism, instant gratification, increasing hooliganism, and excess of every stripe." Though certainly there is much left standing in Ireland—the loss of rural pubs, however, is alarming—Monagan was blessed to find a little slice of Old Ireland he could afford. The author and his family purchased a house along the Blackwater River, in Ballyduff, full of gardens and sky, rolling hills and forest and warm, welcoming neighbors. Writing with an unhurried and considered hand, his wryness evident but checked by a brooding malaise, Monagan visits with landscapes both sullied and unsullied, in search of Ireland's many silver tongues. There are great bar-side chats with anonymous pubsters, as well as a wonderfully anecdote-strewn day with author J.P. Donleavy.
A penetrating, droll embrace of an Ireland in the midst of tumult." (Kirkus Reviews) Check Our Catalog

Landfalls: On the Edge of Islam

2011-03-20T12:53:00.000-07:00

By Tim Mackintosh-Smith
"In Travels with a Tangerine (2004) and The Hall of a Thousand Columns (2006), Mackintosh-Smith traced much of the journey of legendary fourteenth-century explorer Ibn Battutah, whose pilgrimage to Mecca became a 30-year journey through the medieval Islamic world and beyond. With his latest selection, Mackintosh-Smith follows IB, as he calls the explorer, on the final leg of his journey. Here, we pick up the voyage in a forgotten corner of Zanzibar before departing to the Maldives, where IB became a prominent local jurist and enjoyed as many as 10 wives; then, on to Sri Lanka and Hong Kong before returning to West Africa and, finally, Andalucia. It is, as always, a fascinating voyage. Though the enigmatic, larger-than-life IB only occasionally comes into crisp focusindeed, the trip seems to raise more questions about him than it answersthe real centerpiece is, in many ways, Mackintosh-Smith himself, whose witty observations and passion for capturing the fast and tangled flow of raw reality remind us that travel is about more than just changing ones location. As the world shrinks and a virtual visit to any of the worlds most exotic places is but a quick tap of a smart phone away, fear not: travel writing is alive and well." (Booklist) Check Our Catalog

To a Mountain in Tibet

2011-03-20T11:38:00.000-07:00

By Colin Thubron
"The mountain path is the road of the dead, writes Thubron (Shadow of the Silk Road) in this engrossing and affecting travel memoir that transcends the mere physical journey. In the wake of his mothers death, Thubron sets off to Mount Kailas in Tibet, a peak sacred to one-fifth of the worlds population and the source of four of Indias great rivers. Kailas has never been climbed: the slopes are important to Tibetan Buddhists who say the mountains guardian is Demchog (a tantric variant of Shiva). Along with two guides, Thubron embarks on a pilgrimage that begins in Nepal and crosses into Tibet, recounting not only his arduous journey but also the political and cultural history of Tibet and the Wests continued fascination with its mysticism. Along the way, he observes pilgrims of various religions converging on Kailas and the myriad monasteries, most of which were destroyed during the Cultural Revolution and rebuilt decades later. It is the poignant evocations of his mother and sister (who died at 21), interwoven with his profound respect for the Tibetan culture and landscape that make Thubrons memoir an utterly moving read. " (Publishers Weekly) Check Our Catalog

Frommer's Florida with Your Family (2ND ed.)

2011-03-09T17:10:00.000-08:00

By Lesley Anne Rose
"Florida With Your Family" is a full-colour, practical and accessible book for independently minded families looking to make the most of their family holiday. The guide highlights the best opportunities for families in the region and offers expert opinion on where to stay, where to eat and where to spend your holiday time enjoyably.Details how to plan a trip a family trip to Florida with all the practical advice you need to know.Includes sections on child-friendly events & festivals, shops and activities, along with tips on getting the children interested before you go.The guide covers all the major attractions & theme parks on offer.Suggestions and reviews of the best family-friendly places to enjoy in Central Florida, Tampa Bay & the South West Coast, the North & Central East Coast, Miami & the South East Coast, the Florida Keys & Everglades and the Panhandle & Big Bend.Full-colour and packed with photographs and maps of the region." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Fodor's Around New York City with Kids, 5th Edition

2011-03-03T12:35:00.000-08:00

" 68 great days with kids in a flash! Local mom Samantha Chapnick has handpicked 68 simply fabulous things to do in and around New York City with a child in tow. You'll look at old favorites in a new light, from the Statue of Liberty to the Bronx Zoo--and blaze new trails all over town, from Symphony Space to the New York Hall of Science. Every page is loaded with fun facts and helpful information. Flip art and games inside! Watch the Statue of Liberty become a ballplayer as you flip through the book. Keep waiting kids happy with our parent-tested games. And use the themed directories to plan with kids' interests in mind." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

National Geographic Traveler Croatia

2011-02-27T12:03:00.000-08:00

By Rudolf Abraham
"The relaunched National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel, providing more insider tips and expert advice for a more authentic, cultural experience of each destination. These books serve discerning, curious travelers and supply information and interpretation not available on the Internet. In response to the interests of today's traveler, the acclaimed National Geographic Traveler series includes exciting new editorial features, a contemporary redesign, and inviting new covers." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florence and Tuscany (American REV)

2011-02-27T11:56:00.000-08:00

By Adele Evans
"This new-look "DK Eyewitness Florence & Tuscany Travel Guide" - now complete with a free pull-out map, clearly marked with sights from the guidebook - will lead you straight to the best attractions the charming city of Florence and awe-inspiring Tuscany region have to offer. You'll find detailed listings of the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets in this fully updated and expanded guide, plus in-depth coverage of all Florence and Tuscany's unforgettable sights. DK's uniquely visual "Eyewitness Florence & Tuscany Travel Guide" includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the region's stunning architecture. And the new-look guide's indispensable map is so easy-to-use - keep it with the book or remove and use on its own. The map has detailed street views of all the key areas, plus there are transport maps and information on how to get around, including the most useful tickets to buy for your stay. There's even a chart showing the distances between major sights for walkers. " (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Insight Guides; South Korea

2011-02-23T13:05:00.000-08:00

By Tom La Bas
"This book contains detailed coverage of the whole of South Korea, with chapters covering the major cities and every area, full color mapping throughout, and useful practical information." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog

Grand Canyon; The Complete Guide

2011-02-23T12:53:00.000-08:00

By James Kaiser
"Featuring a number of beautiful, high-quality color photographs, this guide is as browsable as the best coffee-table books while also offering maps, travel tips, and extensive listings for lodging, camping, and sightseeing. From river rafting to scenic fly-overs, the Grand Canyon offers a plethora of potential activities--but without careful planning, a trip to this popular national park can be overwhelming. This guide divides the attractions into sections--the North Rim, South Rim, Colorado River, and Havasu Falls--with lodging, dining, and camping information given for each. Including fully updated travel information, plus newly expanded sections on the geology, ecology, and history of the park, this edition is sure to encourage leisurely study of the area's unmatched natural beauty." (Publisher Description) Check Our Catalog