Attractive Destinations

With its capital city of Florence and a host of gorgeous medieval cities set in rolling hills, Tuscany is considered by many to be the cultural heart of Italy. In classic Blue Guide style, this new edition covers Florence and other major cities—among them Siena, Pisa, Lucca, Cortona, and Arezzo. Ideal for the Florence-based visitor making day trips to the surroundings or a tour of the whole of Tuscany. Full color with maps, photographs, architectural details, and floor plans…. More >>

From the sandy shores of Cape Cod to the distinct ridges of Vermont’s Mount Mansfield; from Connecticut’s Quiet Corner to the Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire; and from tiny Lubec, Maine, at “the Beginning of America,” to the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” at Point Judith, Rhode Island, thirty of New England’s most varied and vibrant attractions are presented here, inviting you to explore them. “Backroads of New England”–written and photographed by local experts—takes you on routes that lead to the area’s most secluded and overlooked natural areas and sites that capture New England’s colorful history. Whether you’re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply want to learn more about the locale, “Backroads of New England” will lead you deep into the soul of New England–beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions…. More >>

Want to stay in legendary luxury, up-to-the-minute boutiques, discreet private townhouses or stylish budget B&B’s? Want to feast on classic fish & chips, or the city’s most elegant tables at the forefront of Britain’s culinary resurgence? Want to cocktail and lounge with London’s smart and party set? Want exquisite salons for afternoon tea or antique, atmospheric pubs and tucked away winebars? Want to discover the cutting-edge designers keeping London’s star glittering in the fashion firmament? Want a plethora of artisans for handmade hats, gloves, shoes, luggage, wallpaper, stationery, glass, jewellery, eyewear and chocolate? Want your own private guide to the city’s art, architecture and history or a personal shopping guru? Want to find the tailors where the city’s dandies go to get immaculately booted and suited? Want to cut through the maze of London town and find the very best of British? Well, now you can. Along with all the finest and funkiest places to dine, drink and dance, LU… More >>

Dozens of Top 10 lists – from Chicago’s Top 10 skyscapers to the Top 10 places to eat, the best ethnic neighborhoods, jazz and blues joints, museums and events – lead you to the very best Chicago has to offer…. More >>

North Carolina is a traveler’s dream, from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks’ historic lighthouses, wild  horses, and charming fishing villages; from battlegrounds of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars to the “heart of motorsports”; from rolling wine country and golf courses to stately plantations and rustic settlements.  Whether you travel North Carolina for its historic treasures or natural beauty, this handy guide will help you find the Old North State’s most spectacular sites and secret treasures.  The book charts weekend adventures and day trips along back roads and scenic routes, into the state’s many mist-shrouded mountains–the Black, the Blue Ridge, and the Great Smokies–and down to its ever-changing shores.  Sumptuously illustrated, with maps and all manner of interesting detail, Backroads of North Carolina is a page-by-page pleasure, as well as a passport to the more off-beat delights of the Tar Heel State.    … More >>

Journalist and Philadelphia native Karrie Gavin knows the best ways to experience the City of Brotherly Love, from visiting Independence Hall and the National Constitution Center to sampling cheesesteaks, soft pretzels, and hoagies. Gavin includes unique trip ideas, such as the “Two-Day Best of Philadelphia” and “Philly’s Culinary Classics.” Including experienced advice on the Philadelphia Museum of Art, recreational opportunities in Fairmount Park and on the Schuylkill River, and Philly’s nightlife, Moon Philadelphia gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience…. More >>

• All-new four-color section features photo surveys of wineries, redwood groves, hidden beaches, ethnic neighborhoods, Gold Rush towns and more

• Reviews a wide range of unique accommodations from hip boutique hotels to one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast inns

• Newly added Hidden Highlight maps point the way to lesser-known gems in San Francisco, the Wine Country, along the coast and all across Northern California

• Surveys the area’s diverse dining options, including California cuisine, fresh seafood, and ethnic options like Chinese, Japanese and Italian

• The ultimate guide to the region’s spectacular beauty with detailed information on hiking, camping, surfing, skiing and river rafting… More >>

This completely revised, expanded, and updated twelfth edition covers all corners of the Green Mountain State from its vibrant arts scene to its quiet country roads, the austerity of the Northeast Kingdom, and all points in between.
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Fodor’s. For Choice Travel Experiences.

Fodor’s helps you unleash the possibilities of travel by providing the insightful tools you need to experience the trips you want. While you’re at the helm, Fodor’s offers the assurance of our expertise, the guarantee of selectivity, and the choice details that truly define a destination. It’s like having a friend in the Pacific Northwest!

•Updated frequently, Fodor’s Pacific Northwest provides the most accurate and up-to-date information available in a guide book.

•Fodor’s Pacific Northwest features options for a variety of budgets, interests, and tastes, so you make the choices to plan your trip of a lifetime.

•If it’s not worth your time, it’s not in this book. Fodor’s discriminating ratings, including our top tier Fodor’s Choice designations, ensure that you’ll know about the most interesting and enjoyable places in the Pacific Northwest.

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The highly successful “Globetrotter Travel Series”, which includes ‘Travel Guides’, ‘Travel Maps’, ‘Road Atlases’, ‘Best Of Pocket Guides’ and ‘In Your Pocket Language Guides’, presently covers more than 90 destinations worldwide. The Packs are excellent value, including both a guidebook and a softcover version of the foldout Globetrotter map of the region, in a printed plastic wallet.The handy pocket-size guide is packed with useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by colour photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveller who wants to experience the major highlights that Zambia and Victoria Falls have to offer. The foldout map of Zambia and Victoria Falls is ideal for tourists and visitors…. More >>