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This irresistible read is packed with fun facts and tasty tidbits about Disney, from stories about the entertainment empire's founding family to the inspiration for many of the popular theme park attractions. Memorable dates include: May 11, 1904 -- The great surrealist painter Salvador Dali was bo... More

With detailed cultural information and insider tips, Lonely Planet regional guides provide spectacular introduction to each state. The Alaska guide offers dedicated chapters on Alaskan wildlife, wilderness hikes, and paddles, and expanded coverage of Kenai Peninsula and Prince William Sound. of full... More

Tempt vertigo on the hills of San Francisco and rub elbows with a star in an LA boutique. Sample syrahs in the Wine Country, cruise cliff-hugging Hwy 1 or hike in the heat of Death Valley. Whether you're a city slicker, road tripper or adrenaline junkie, grab this in-depth, cheeky guide and let our ... More

Welcome to the reality show called Southern California, where rock stars share the spotlight with Mexican mariachis and seasoned surfers. This updated second edition features an itinerary on how to get around L.A. without a car and includes a new Southern California for Kids chapter. of color photos... More

Covering Montral and incorporating a new chapter on Qubec City, this comprehensive guide also showcases Montral's Jazz Festival which draws 2 million visitors annually.The old-world grandeur and new-world hipness of Montreal and Quebec City will seduce you. Relive history in their cobblestone street... More

From expanded coverage of emerging neighborhoods, a special chapter dedicated to booming Brooklyn and the multi-ethnic flavor of the Outer Boroughs, to the arts sections and dedicated music, food, architecture chapters, the Big Apple's definitive guide for independent travelers includes something fo... More

Packed with fresh perspectives on L.A.'s best beaches, the downtown revival, and a whole new take on Disneyland, this handbook focuses on less-touristy experiences for short-stay travelers. Full color. 14 maps.What Will Your Los Angeles Encounter Be? ...hunting for handbags and dodging the paparazzi... More

Expanded to deepen coverage of D.C. sights, culture, activities, and excursions, this volume includes a new full-color National Mall, coverage of hip, emerging districts, and expanded excursions coverage of Virginia wine country, Civil War sites, Shenandoah National Park, and the Atlantic Coast.Trad... More

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,... More

The best little guide to the Big Apple. An insider's guide to the best of New York, from the Bronx (up) to the Battery (down) and how to get everywhere in between. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time, and what's not. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes o... More

Offering a strong focus on the wild and wacky side of Las Vegas, this quick-trip guide features full-color photos throughout and easy-to-use gatefold maps that take visitors to all the hot spots of the Entertainment Capital of the World.What Will Your Las Vegas Encounter Be?...contemplating your car... More

This top guide for domestic tourists contains detailed coverage of culture, art, architecture, and history. It includes a new Wine Country chapter, hot tips for people moving to San Francisco and the Bay Area, and maps that now cover Muni, BART, and cable cars.Discover San Francisco Stroll the Golde... More

The true account of a young black man's journey in quest of a lifelong dream: to canoe the length of the Mississippi River, from its source in Minnesota down to New Orleans.Since the publication of his first book, Mississippi Solo, Eddy L. Harris has been praised for his travel writing. In this exci... More

Extended coverage is given of Florida's parks, beaches, and natural attractions, plus Orlando and the Gulf Coast. Full color. 83 maps.Grab your flip-flops, sunscreen and mouse ears, sunny Florida awaits. Idyllic beaches and palm trees border America's subtropical paradise, where alligators, art deco... More

With more map pages than other guidebooks, this edition features enhanced coverage of the arts, entertainment, festivals, events, shopping, and activities in Toronto, Canadas most visited city.Toeing the line between being staunchly Canadian and culturally American, Toronto shifts between both world... More

The phenomenal bestseller from the author of Notes From a Small Island. From perfectly formed potatoes to adulterous US presidents, and from domestic upsets to millennial fever, Bill Bryson just cannot resist airing his opinions and standing up for his (mostly) law-abiding fellow American citizens. ... More

- tips for enjoying the glitz and glee of all Orlando's theme parks- complete coverage of the pristine Ocala National Forest- excellent maps and insider's point of view reveal the area's delights- from cave diving to canoeing, includes outdoor activities for the adventurous... More

The author, an Indian novelist, recounts his experiences traveling in the U.S. during the late fifties... More