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This book leaves no stone unturned. A complete guide that includes many wonderful sights not included in other travel books. The long history of celebrity association in Palm Springs is regaled in detail (including some juicy gossip)!Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect gateway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include these helpful features: chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation and more; a section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundromats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information; and maps of regions and locales.

In this new guide, travel writer, skier, and rock climber Christine Balaz distills her love of the outdoors and of beautiful Utah to bring you the inside scoop on these stunning parks. Balaz knows well these dramatic landscapes and their austere beauty-she's spent considerable time here and, in climbing these canyons, has seen Bryce and Zion from every angle! Count on finding choice options for outdoor adventure, the best restaurants, best places to camp, fun tours, and cool honkytonks in this unique guide to some of America's wildest places.

No matter your budget, tastes, or passions, Puerto Rico has something to please your senses and wish you could come back for more. Author Zain Deane takes you on a tour of San Juan and its main islands and shows you how to uncover its best-kept secrets and treasures-from breathtaking beaches and rain forest hikes to extraordinary shopping and dining spots on narrow colonial streets. Puerto Rico has something to please all your senses, regardless of your budget, tastes, or passions.Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more; a section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundromats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information; maps of regions and locales, and more.

San Diego native Debbie K. Hardin has compiled an unabashedly opinionated collection of the very best lodging, dining, cultural, and recreational activities in San Diego in this fun-to-read, highly informative guide. Visitors and residents alike will appreciate her deep knowledge of the city's history and culture, insider tips, money-saving suggestions, and extensive trip-planning guidance. You'll find a broad range of quality options for every taste and budget, plus the best surfing, deep-sea fishing, hiking, and golfing around. All this plus 100 stunning color photos and up-to-date maps makes this guide a must-have for your trip.

Unlike other guides, this book covers the entire Metroplex-some 110 communities across 10 counties. There's so much to choose from, but Heymann and Prochnow help you find the best of the best. This imaginative guide provides a mix of high-end and budget choices to fit all travelers' needs.

Now in its second edition, this favorite guide has been restyled and is illustrated with full-color maps and photos throughout.Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more; a section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundromats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information; maps of regions and locales, and more.

Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more; a section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundromats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information; maps of regions and locales, and more.

In this definitiveguide to Utah's WasatchRegion, entertainmentabounds, from the ski slopesof Park City to the theatersof Salt Lake. Set against thestunning backdrop of theRockies' impressive peaks,this region offers the perfectpairing of outdoor escapesand urban options-withconvenience, accessibility, and affordability.

Discover historic missions, enjoy world-classdeep-sea fishing, gogolfing on courses withbeautiful ocean vistas, orsimply relax in a beachresort on the exotic Seaof Cortez-all within 1,000 miles of the United States. In this fully revised second edition, Kevin Delgado gives you all the information you need to enjoy your holiday in this wondrous destination!

Imagine all the adventuresyou'll have in Arizona-touring the mountainsand red deserts, seeingone spectacular naturalwonder after another: theGrand Canyon, OrganPipe Cactus NationalMonument...Discoverthe art galleries, museums,resorts, and cuisine thathelp make Phoenix andScottsdale such hot destinations.

Relax on broad Pacificbeaches surrounding thesurf town of San Juan delSur. Dine amidst Spanish Colonial Granada'selegant architecture.Explore dramatic Ometepe Island.This comprehensive guide covers it all,from nightlife in sultryManagua, Nicaragua'sunderrated capital, tonational parks protectingpristine crater lakes, fuming volcanoes, cool cloudforests, and sea turtlenesting grounds.

From the region's laid-back beach towns to the jumble of Monterey's Cannery Row, California's Central Coast offers the most spectacular triptych of landscapes-surf, forests, and picturesque small towns-in the West. Includes coverage of the region's vineyards, culinary gems, and coastal hideaways.

Guatemala delivers what adventurous travelers dream of: exotic birds and wildlife, world-class caving, whitewater rafting, zip-lining through the jungle, fascinating Mayan ruins, vibrant cities, and riotous indigenous festivals and markets. Like Guatemala itself, this guide combines the best in adventure, nature, and culture to create indelible travel memories.Author Conner Gorry is a solo woman traveler, and that translates into insightful text that keeps an eye on travel safety issues. Detailed itineraries offer invaluable, road-tested advice, while comprehensive history and information on Mayan culture imbue your trip with context and meaning. Gorry covers the top tourist destinations with the knowledge only experience can bring; she also emphasizes sustainable travel options that support local communities and minimize environmental impact. Including sections on health, language, and traveling with children-everything you need to have a fun, adventurous, safe, and authentic travel experience is right here.More than 100 photographs and detailed maps round out the information, providing everything you need to make the most of your visit.

Includes information, activities, and hundreds of lodging, dining, shopping, and recreational recommendations organized by town. English also includes details on border and ferry crossings and general travel logistics.

Utilizing this complete guide will feel like you are getting a tour around the island from an old friend! Author Michele Bigley urges travelers to understand the impact of their footprint on this sacred and beautiful land.As with all Explorer's Great Destinations, the author provides unbiased critical opinions and candid reviews about lodging, food, attractions, culture, and recreation. With up-to-date maps and photos throughout, this is an invaluable guide for your next trip.

The essential insider's guide to exploring the Central Coast's wineries, restaurants, recreation, culture, and accommodations.

Montreal & Quebec City is a user-friendly and lighthearted travel guide that offers local flavor on where to stay, where to eat and what to do. Includes more than 400 listings-travel essentials like tips on crossing the border and suggested walking tours.Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include:Chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more!A section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundromats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information.Maps of regions and locales.

"Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, culture, and history."-National Geographic Traveler. "A crisp and critical approach for travelers who want to live like locals."-USA Today. Distinctive for their accuracy, simplicity, and conversational tone, the diverse travel guides in our Explorer's Great Destinations series meet the conflicting demands of the modern traveler. They're packed full of up-to-date information to help plan the perfect getaway. And they're compact and light enough to come along for the ride. A tool you'll turn to before, during, and after your trip, these guides include:Chapters on lodging, dining, transportation, history, shopping, recreation, and more!A section packed with practical information, such as lists of banks, hospitals, post offices, laundry mats, numbers for police, fire, and rescue, and other relevant information.Maps of regions and locales.A thorough and expansive travel guide to the diverse activities, lodgings, and eateries that "Hotlanta" has to offer-a popular hub destination that receives more than 20 million visitors each year.

The definitive book on the Chesapeake Bay, with a new focus on Baltimore, Annapolis, and Maryland's portion of the Bay area!

Explore Brevard County with this updated edition of the definitive guidebook to the area.

Colorado's spectacular ski towns-like Aspen, Vail, Telluride, and Crested Butte-offer far more than just skiing: they offer some of the best hiking, mountain biking, fishing, shopping, dining, and lodging in the world, and all year round to boot.

A comprehensive guide to Tucson and surrounding areas with hundreds of lodging, dining, and recreational recommendations.

A lively, comprehensive guide to the southern Appalachians, from Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains to the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia.

The ultimate guidebook for extraordinary adventures.

A fully-updated eighth edition to the guidebook that launched the Great Destinations series.

"Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, and history."-National Geographic Traveler

Jeff Counts gets behind the wheel to take us cruising the eclectic neighborhoods that comprise the "culture stew" that is Motor City-Detroit.

"Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, culture, and history."-National Geographic Traveler.

The definitive, comprehensive guide to Virginia Beach, Richmond and surrounding areas, with hundreds of lodging, dining, and recreational recommendations.

For the independent traveler looking to go beyond tourist luaus and snorkel cruises, this new edition guides you to the best Oahu has to offer.