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- 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

Boldly rising from the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is the center of American innovation--birthplace of the skyscraper, house music, deep-dish pizza, and the Ferris wheel. Lonely Planet's smart, stylish guide can help visitors discover the best of the windy city.Discover Chicago Splash in Millen... More

New interviews with locals give real insight into the culture and viewpoints of the residents. Included is a candid exploration of the city's more decadent drug and sex scenes plus more walking and cycling tours than any guide on the market.Discover Amsterdam Uncover a grand church hidden in an atti... More

The Complete Indian Wine Guide is surely going to pique your interest in wine, particularly in Indian wine. This book aims to contribute to the wider awareness of high-quality Indian wines, even as it guides the Indian consumer through all brands, domestic and imported, available in the Indian mar... More

Some say that the first hint that Bill Bryson was not of Planet Earth came when his mother sent him to school in lime-green Capri pants. Others think it all started with his discovery, at the age of six, of a woollen jersey of rare fineness. Across the moth-holed chest was a golden thunderbolt. It m... More

Domestic travel continues to grow: Americans will take more than 978 million domestic leisure trips in 2005 New for this edition: Special "Best" icon highlights the best hotels, restaurants, and attractions at the top destinations Now includes information on destinations in all 50 states... More

Due to the growth of technology and appropriate infrastructural development across the globe, the travel and tourism industry attained maturity, especially in India. From 1990, countries influenced the growth of subsidiary industries such as hotels, airlines, laundry services, cleaning and washing, ... More

The Indian tourism industry took off in 1991 when it realized that tourism could be a good revenue earner. Worldwide too, governments have realized the place of tourism and have experienced more than 9% growth in 2001. But now there is an increased risk of environment pollution, depletion of natura... More

The recent change in the image of India due to information technology revolution has put India into the limelight. The country has become a destination for the whole gamut of travelers, from businessmen to cultural enthusiasts. Despite being endowed with a wide variety of geographical, historical, r... More

Resident author Bing highlights San Francisco's quirky side as well as must-sees like Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Included is information on walking tours throughout the city and key neighborhoods like Chinatown, Mission, and Castro.What Will Your San Francisco Encounter Be? ...hunting for ... More

A thoughtful and beautifully crafted epilogue to the history of slavery, A Turn in the South is a reflective journey by V. S. Naipaul in the late 1980s through the American South. Naipaul writes of his encounters with politicians, rednecks, farmers, writers, ordinary men and women, both black and... More

Soak up the spray of thundering Niagara Falls, marvel at Manhattan's soaring skyscrapers or enjoy leisurely meanderings along tranquil back roads - New York State's varied offerings will awe and inspire you. Whether you want to scale the Adirondacks or sample local vintages at Finger lake wineries, ... More

Take off on a thrilling journey of space exploration and speculation - to the realm where science fiction becomes science fact - as leading writers, researchers, and astronautic engineers describe a not-too-distant future of interstellar travel and colonization from cable cars that ride "skyhooks" i... More

Catch the cool wave in hot Miami, where fashion, nightlife, art and style blend in a cultural cocktail as tasty as mojitos on steamy beach days. Tour eccentric south Florida, home to gators, yachts, world-class fishing and iconic Key West. Our detailed guide to Miami & the Keys will unlock your subt... More

The Unofficial Guidesr are the "Consumer Reports" of travel guides, offering candid evaluations of their destinations' attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sports, and more, all rated and ranked by a team of unbiased inspectors so even the most compulsive planners can be sure they'... More

In Paramjit Singh's resplendent landscapes there is always an air of mystery which haunts and beckons, making the viewer's experience spiritual and full of magic at the same time. The artist's own journey through such magical pathways began in the 1950s New Book... More

Trailblazers: Profiles of America's Gay and Lesbian Elected Officials (winner of the Victory Foundation Civic Leadership Award) is a quick reference to the most comprehensive list of the country's openly gay and lesbian officials. You?ll read about 14 of these representatives in greater depth, getti... More

The insider's guide to Disneyland-plus complete coverage of Universal Studios * Disneyland remains the #1 California amusement and theme park, attracting about 14 million visitors annually, more than double the total for Universal Studios * Based on surveys of 6,100 families, our guide rates every a... More