100 Things to Do in Orlando Before You Die, 3rd Edition


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Located smack-dab in the middle of the Sunshine State of Florida stands the City Beautiful of Orlando. No stranger to travel guides, Orlando is just the fourth-largest city in the state but one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, welcoming millions of visitors in an average year. In this updated third edition of 100 Things to Do in Orlando Before You Die, you’ll explore this ever-changing region and its newest attractions, coolest restaurants, and unique activities. Discover the best local microbreweries, the hippest ice cream spots, a place to skydive without getting into an airplane, and a lake where you can get a guided tour on a glowing, stand-up paddleboard. Naturally, many visitors are drawn to the top-tier attractions, theme parks, and award-winning hotels. And while those blockbuster sites may be the main attractions, you’ll find that in between those flashing lights and mouse-shaped desserts are endless experiences that don’t exist anywhere else in the world. Snorkel with gentle sea cows, soak in luxurious beer spas, visit historic parks where you can make your own blueberry pancakes, paddle on swan boats, ski indoors, and so much more. Join your Central Florida guides, Jon Busdeker and Brendan O’Connor, as they take you on a whirlwind tour of what makes this region so much more than just a place to buy a hat with ears or cosplay your favorite wizard.




100 Things to Do in Albuquerque Before You Die, 3rd Edition


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Albuquerque may be known for Route 66 and its famous green chile, but there’s much more to know—and love—about this lively city. Whether you’re a native Albuquerquean looking to mark another local experience off your “bucket list” or an out-of-towner in search of a few vacation ideas, let this third edition of 100 Things to Do in Albuquerque Before You Die be your guide. The book celebrates the top ways to discover the city from a public art walk to must-sip margaritas. No Duke City exploration is complete without getting outdoors, such as hiking among petroglyphs and soaking in hot springs. Eating is a competitive sport in the Duke City, so why not try a soda fountain–turned–New Mexican food restaurant or a bike-in-only breakfast spot? Cheer for New Mexico United, discover a secret gallery, shop at a restored 1930s motor lodge, ride a stucco trolley, and more. Before you head out on your next adventure, check out this revised list featuring twenty-five new destinations to see what makes Albuquerque a world unto itself. Albuquerque native and local journalist Ashley M. Biggers is your source for making the most of your time. This book leads you to marquee attractions and provides insider tips and themed itineraries for enjoying the “must sees” in this eclectic city. There should never be a reason to say, “There’s nothing to do!”




100 Things to Do in Orlando Before You Die, Second Edition


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Orlando is known as the "Theme Park Capital of the World," but did you know there is so much more to Central Florida than Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld? The region is home to some of the world's most unique restaurants, events, attractions and activities. 100 Things to Do in Orlando Before You Die is an insider's guide to what makes Orlando so special. Did you know you can go zip-lining over alligators at Gatorland? Did you know the region's largest concentration of pinball machines is at The Pinball Lounge? Have you ever been to Lee & Rick's Oyster Bar, one of the oldest restaurants in Central Florida? Whether you're a resident or a visitor to Orlando, the 100 Things to Do in Orlando Before You Die will help you discover the "real" Orlando.




100 Things Mets Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die


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With trivia boxes, records, and team lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Mets fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates, player nicknames, memorable moments, and outstanding achievements by singular players. This guide to all things New York Mets covers Robin Ventura's 1999 Grand-Slam single, the 1969 shoe polish incident, and the history behind the names and numbers on the left-field wall. Updated for 2015, this new edition features a new generation of Mets stars, including pitchers Jason deGrom, Matt Harvey, and Noah Syndergaard.




100 Things Bulls Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die


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The premier reference for making Chicago Bulls fandom a lifestyle instead of just a sports preference, this collection of essential team knowledge and Bulls-related activities distills the past 50 years of NBA basketball into a fun checklist that will appeal to fans of any age. It's one thing to have been to the United Center and rooted for Derrick Rose, to relish highlights of a young Michael Jordan, or even to know that all six championship teams were led by Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and Coach Phil Jackson. But it is a whole other level of fan commitment to know who Benny the Bull is named after, which player once grabbed 37 rebounds in a single game, and how the Bulls missed out on Magic Johnson in the draft. These facts and trivia--as well as important dates, player nicknames, key jersey numbers through history, and even the best places to eat before or after a game--are included in this resource that will enlighten new fans and initiate them into proper Bulls fandom, or remind die-hard fans why theirs is the team to follow year after year.




The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World, 3rd Edition


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The latest edition to the successful Hidden Magic series features updated information on the latest attractions at Walt Disney World, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Whether it’s your first or fiftieth visit to Walt Disney World, you’ll be surprised at how much you can miss during your trip. But with this guide to Disney’s hidden treasures you’ll learn: -You can search for more than the usual hidden Mickey. There are other beloved characters like Donald Duck and Minnie Mouse hidden around the parks. -The book Belle reads in Beauty and the Beast is a real book...and you can find out what it is by heading to Maurice’s cottage. -Imagineers hide symbols of themselves around the park to “sign” their work. Including all-new information on Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World, 3rd Edition will inspire you to relive the magic year after year!




100 Things Lakers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die


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This is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of the Los Angeles Lakers. Most fans have taken in a game or two at the Staples Center, have seen highlights of a young Magic Johnson, and remember the epic battles with the Celtics in the 1980s. But only real fans know how the Lakers acquired Hot Rod Hundley, which hobby fascinated both Chick Hearn and Elgin Baylor, or the best place to grab a bite in Los Angeles before the game. Every essential piece of Lakers knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, is ranked from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for those on their way to Laker fan superstardom.




100 Things to Do in Missouri Before You Die


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Missouri is called the Show-Me State for a good reason. From cosmopolitan rooftop bars to breathtaking mountain views, there are so many amazing things to do here that you could spend a lifetime exploring and still not cover it all. Make your goal easier with 100 Things to Do in Missouri Before You Die, a curated collection of the best from every corner of the state. Discover architectural wonders beyond the Arch, outdoor escapes like scuba diving in the Bonne Terre Mine, and museums and festivals celebrating everything from ragtime to road trips. Take the time to experience the legacy of George Washington Carver, Daniel Boone, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and Harry S. Truman. Find ideas for exploring the Ozark mountains, Missouri’s big cities, unique small towns, and even prehistoric caves. Don’t miss insider tips to world-famous attractions, distinctive food and nightlife scenes, cultural creatives in fashion and the arts, and where to shop for everything from fine furniture to fine whiskey. Local authors John W. Brown and Amanda E. Doyle invite you to buckle up for this nonstop adventure ride around their home state. Special features such as seasonal and themed itineraries make planning a snap, so there should never be a reason for you or your family to say, “I have nothing to do!”




1,000 Places to See in the United States and Canada Before You Die, updated ed.


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The 1,000 Places to See books are pleasurable, inspiring, wondrous, a best-selling phenomenon and, yes, practical: Announcing the updated edition of 1,000 Places to See in the USA & Canada Before You Die, The New York Times No. 1 bestseller. Because USA & Canada is not only a wish book but also a guide, this information, including phone numbers, Web addresses, and more, is now completely revised and updated. For travel season, for long summer weekends, for whenever the mood strikes to pack up the car and set out to discover a new piece of America (and Canada!), 1,000 Places to See in the USA & Canada is a map to all the unique and wonderful places just around the corner: Sail the Maine Windjammers out of Camden. Explore the gold-mining trails in Alaska’s Denali wilderness. Collect exotic shells on the beaches of Captiva. Play tennis the way it was meant to be—on grass—at the lavish Victorian Newport Casino. Take a barbecue tour of Kansas City—Arthur Bryant’s to Gates to Snead’s. There’s the ice hotel in Quebec, the stalacpipe organ in Virginia, out-of-the-way Civil War battlefields, dude ranches and cowboy poetry readings, and what to do in Louisville after the Derby’s over. More than 150 places are highlighted as family-friendly, and indices in the back organize the book by subject—wilderness, dining, beaches, world-class museums, sports, festivals, and more.




100 Things to Do in Palm Springs Before You Die, Second Edition


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The seductive beauty of palm trees and soaring mountain peaks bring people from around the world to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. And with 360 days of sunshine each year, the ways to discover this desert paradise are endless. 100 Things to Do in Palm Springs Before You Die contains itineraries and tips on what you'll discover in Greater Palm Springs—a sun-kissed community comprised of nine cities. Get outside and hike through the natural wonder at Indian Canyons. Head up high on the Aerial Tramway or down low into the San Andreas Fault. Or check out the endless string of local celebrations, like the Tamale and Date Festival or, for music and art lovers, Coachella and the brand-new Desert X. More interested in old-school cool? Don your finest “desert casual” fashion for a night at The Purple Room, the choice hangout of the famed Rat Pack. As a longtime resident and seasoned traveler, author Lydia Kremer provides both a local’s insight and a penchant for discovery to her own backyard. With this book as your guide, you won’t miss a thing in this glamorous desert oasis.