Review of Frommer's San Francisco 2005 (Frommer's Complete) (Paperback)

I have been to San Francisco dozens of times and used at least five different travel guide books. I especially liked this one because the author gave a real sense of the places and gave me a better idea of whether I wanted to go to the places--especially when it came to restaurants. As far as sights go, all the essentials are covered. And there are plenty of hotels, restaurants, and shops to choose from. I found some real neighborhood gems thanks to this book. It definitely helped me to see more of authentic San Francisco.

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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go-- they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!

Thoroughly updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's San Francisco featureseverything you need to know to enjoythe sights and experiences that await you in the City by the Bay. Our author, a longtime resident and noted dining critic, hits all the highlights, from Golden Gate Park to North Beach. She's checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, and will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget. Her honest, irreverent, and opinionated dining reviews encompass everything from the best dim sum to the freshest seafood, from affordable burrito joints and Vietnamese restaurants to trendy bistros opened by California's hottest chefs.

Look for up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; and side trips to Berkeley, Sausalito, Muir Woods, Point Reyes, and more. There's also a detailed chapter on the nearby Wine Country, with the best wineries, inns, spas, and gourmet shopping, and the most decadent restaurants in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. You'll even get a free color fold-out map and an online directory that makes trip-planning a snap!

From the Back Cover
Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. Frommer's. The best trips start here.

• Insider tips on the best side trips from San Francisco, from the Napa and Sonoma valleys to Berkeley, Sausalito, and Muir Woods.
• Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.
• Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget.
• Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

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Review of Fodor's Colorado, 6th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

This book was essential to our wonderful trip. I was able to focus on the things that really interested me, and I actually suprised my relatives who live in the area with some little-known places thanks to the book. It is full of useful info and great travel tidbits.

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Colorado is an outdoor paradise second to none. For ski enthusiasts, The Rockies create a mountain spine, eternally covered in snow, that's larger than Switzerland.It's eastern third is a sea of waving grasslands, and its southwest is a multihue desert, carved with pink and mauve canyons. Whatever the activity, you will be captured by Colorado's beauty.Our local writers have explored the state to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.

The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best - "Fodor's guides are saturated with information."

- Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need
- Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures
- Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets
- Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family

From the Publisher
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Compass: Colorado (4th Edition): A stunning, full-color guide to the character, culture, and history of Colorado.

Skiing USA: The Guide for Skiers and Snowboarders (2nd Edition): Where to Ski, Snowboard, Stay, and Eat in the 30 Best U.S. Ski Resorts.

Mobil 98: Northwest and Great Planes: America's favorite domestic series, famous for its encyclopedic listings.

Complete Guide to America's National Parks: The Official Visitor's Guide to All 375 National Parks.

Great American Sports and Adventure Vacations (2nd Edition): 500 of the Country's Best Outdoor Trips and Sports Schools ... Selected by the Pros.

Healthy Escapes (6th Edition): 255 Resorts and Retreats Where You Can Get Fit, Feel Good, Find Yourself, and Get Away From It All.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Review of Moon Texas (Moon Handbooks) (Paperback)

As a mom with a family who loves to travel, I will use this book over and over. Need a weekend getaway suggestion? Visiting Aunt Pearl in East Texas? Wanting some ideas for a girl's trip? This guide has it all. These Moon Guides are a nice mix of history, enlightened comment, and useful information.

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As a longtime Austin resident and writer for the Texas Historical Commission, Andrew Rhodes knows the best ways to experience the Lone Star State. As the saying goes, "everything is bigger in Texas," and Rhodes includes a colossal amount of sights and activities, from catching up-and-coming indie bands at Austin's South by Southwest music festival to taking in the rugged beauty of Big Bend National Park. Andy also offers unique trip strategies that help travelers plan trips according to their interests, such as Texas Food - an exploration of Southern cooking and Tex-Mex - and the Overlooked Natural Wonders tour. With detailed information on surfing and fishing on the Gulf Coast, exploring museums in Dallas, and checking out Cadillac Ranch, Moon Texas gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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