Fodor's Washington, D.C. 2016


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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. With history around every corner, Washington, D.C. is a city that seamlessly blends yesterday and today, and it's a perennial favorite for families. This updated guide--a strong domestic bestseller--lets travelers discover the myriad charms of the nation's capital, from its stately monuments to the trendiest restaurants. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · Major sights such as The Capitol; Washington Monument; Lincoln, Jefferson, and FDR memorials; The White House; National Cathedral; Dumbarton Oaks; Arlington National Cemetary; Smithsonian Museums; Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial; Vietnam Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and World War II memorials; National Zoo · Side Trips from Washington, D.C. including Alexandria, Virginia; Mount Vernon, Woodlawn, and Gunston Hall; Annapolis, Maryland · Coverage of The White House Area and Foggy Bottom; Capitol Hill and Northeast D.C.; Downtown; Georgetown; Dupont Circle and Logan Circle; Adams Morgan; U Street Corridor; Upper Northwest




Fodor's Gay Guide to the USA


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In this completely updated and revised guide, now reorganized for easier use, Collins recommends gay-friendly places to eat, sleep, shop and play in 50 newdestinations.




Fodor's Washington D.C.


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Whether you want to wander the halls of Smithsonian museums, dine at international restaurants in Adams Morgan, or stroll along the Potomac River, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Washington D.C. are here to help! Fodor’s Washington D.C. is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Washington D.C. travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Top Things to Buy,” “What to Eat and Drink,” “Under the Radar,” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local art, architecture, monuments and more SPECIAL FEATURES on Arlington National Cemetery, The National Mall, Capitol Hill, and more. LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: The Washington Monument, the White House, the Capitol Building, the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian museums, Arlington National Cemetery, Georgetown's boutiques, U Street's restaurants, Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Annapolis, Baltimore, and more. Planning on visiting other parts of the east coast? Check out Fodor’s New England, Fodor’s Maine, Vermont & New Hampshire, and Fodor’s New York City. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!




Fodor's Washington, D.C. 2015


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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. With history around every corner, Washington, D.C. is a city that magically blends yesterday and today. This updated guide--a strong domestic bestseller--lets travelers discover the myriad charms of the nation's capital, from its stately monuments to the trendiest restaurants. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · Major sights such as Capitol, White House, Washington Monument, National Cathedral, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, National Zoo, Arlington National Cemetery, and Smithsonian museums · Side Trips from Washington, D.C. including Alexandria, Virginia; Mount Vernon, Woodlawn, and Gunston Hall; Annapolis, Maryland · Coverage of The White House Area and Foggy Bottom, Capitol Hill and Northeast D.C., Downtown, Georgetown, Dupont Circle and Logan Circle, Adams Morgan, U Street Corridor, and Upper Northwest




Fodor's Washington, D.C. 25 Best


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Top 25 Must-See Sights, Best bets for dining, lodging, sightseeing. Plus a full-color pullout map. Everything you need to experience Washington, D.C. Top lodging and dining picks for every budget; D.C.'s top attractions, from the museums of the Smithsonian Institution to the U.S. Capitol; Spectacular views of the city from the Kennedy Center and the Old Post Office Building Tower; Best itineraries covering Capitol Hill, the White House, and Dupont Circle; Excursions to Mount Vernon and Alexandria's Old Town in Virginia; Best attractions for children, from the local zoo to the National Air and Space Museum.




Fodor's In Focus Savannah


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Ready to experience Savannah? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s InFocus Savannah travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Savannah, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to learn haunted history during a ghost tour, take a river boat cruise, or taste locally-made beer, this user-friendly guidebook will help you plan it all out. Our local writers vet every recommendation to ensure that you not only make the most of your time, but that you also have all the most up-to-date and essential information you need to plan the perfect trip. Fodor’s InFocus Savannah includes: ● AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Savannah. ● SPECTACULAR FEATURES throughout, including special features on the best Savannah barbecue, Gullah culture, and family-friendly activities. ● ITINERARIES for various trip lengths help you maximize your time. ● DETAILED MAPS help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently. ● EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS offer options for every taste. ● TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS include: guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events. ● LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE tells you where to find under-the-radar gems, along with the best walking tours. ● HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS add perspective and enrich your travels. ● NIGHTLIFE TIPS – how to best enjoy Savannah by night, from best evenings for a night out to street etiquette. ● COVERS: Hilton Head, the Lowcountry, Tybee Island, Savannah’s Historic District, the Bonaventure Cemetery, and more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning on seeing more of the region? Check out Fodor’s In Focus Charleston, Fodor's The Carolinas and Georgia, and Fodor's Florida.




Fodor's In Focus Charleston


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For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details. Written by locals, Fodor’s InFocus Charleston is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to Charleston, South Carolina. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. One of the South's most iconic cities, Charleston has perennial appeal for travelers. In the city's picturesque and walkable center you’ll find pastel rowhouses and white-columned antebellum mansions. This setting, together with superb Southern cuisine, makes Charleston a prime domestic American travel destination. This guide also covers a side trip to popular Hilton Head. Fodor’s In Focus Charleston includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: New hotels, shops, and nightlife options have been added throughout the guide. The city's cutting-edge restaurant scene gets special attention. •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A brief introduction and spectacular color photos capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Charleston. •GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND DETAILED MAPS: Eight pages of full-color photos and full-size street maps throughout to inspire and help you get around stress-free. •ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: We’ve curated itineraries for the perfect day in Charleston, plus recommended side trips from the city. We include tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports, and the outdoors. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category. •COMPACT FORMAT: Fodor's InFocus Guides are packed with the same coverage of a full-size guidebook in a smaller, more convenient format that is easier to carry. •COVERS: King Street, Sullivan’s Island, Fort Sumter National Monument, side trips to Moncks Corner and Edisto Island, and much more. •ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning on visiting other destinations in the southeast? Check out Fodor’s The Carolinas and Georgia and Fodor's Florida.




Fodor's Essential Hawaii


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Whether you want to visit Big Island's Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, relax on Waikiki Beach, or take a boat tour of Kauai's Napali Coast, the local Fodor's travel experts in Hawaii are here to help! Fodor's Essential Hawaii guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's “Essential” guides were named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020! Fodor's Essential Hawaii travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Maui's Best Beaches,” “Oahu's Natural Wonders,” “What to Eat and Drink in Hawaii”, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “Hawaiian Cultural Traditions," "Snorkeling in Hawaii,” "Pearl Harbor," "Hawaii Volcanoes National Park," and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Maui, Oahu, Kauai, the Big Island, Molokai, Lanai, Haleakala National Park, Waikiki, and more. Planning on visiting just an individual island? Check out Fodor's Maui, Fodor's Oahu, Fodor's Kauai, and Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!




Fodor's Maui


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Whether you want to hike in Maui’s bamboo park, watch for whales, or walk on a black sand beach, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Maui are here to help! Fodor’s Maui guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Maui travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 15 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side trips and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Maui’s Natural Wonders,” “Maui’s Best Beaches,” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local local cultural traditions including luaus, leis, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “What to Watch and Read Before You Visit,” and “What to Eat and Drink” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE PRIMERS with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Ololwalu, Wailea, Kaanapali, Lahaina, Kahului, Paia, Haleakala National Park, Kihei, the Road to Hana, Wailuku, Molokai, Lanai, and more Planning on visiting the rest of Hawaii? Check out Fodor’s Essential Hawaii, as well as Fodor’s Big Island of Hawaii, Fodor’s Oahu, and Fodor’s Kauai. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!




Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA


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Whether you want to drive Route 66, head out on the Pacific Coast Highway, or explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, the local Fodor’s travel experts across the United States are here to help! Fodor’s Best Road Trips in the USA guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This brand new title has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Best Road Trips in the USA travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top thing to see and do in every state 50 ROAD TRIP ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 60 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, driving there and back, and recommended pit stops along the way HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming Planning on visiting certain destinations in the United States? Check out Fodor’s Alaska, Fodor’s Arizona and the Grand Canyon, Fodor’s Black Hills of South Dakota, Fodor’s California, Fodor’s Carolinas and Georgia, Fodor’s Chicago, Fodor’s Colorado, Fodor’s Florida, Fodor’s Essential Hawaii, Fodor’s InFocus Santa Fe, Fodor’s Inside Nashville, Fodor’s Las Vegas, Fodor’s Montana and Wyoming, Fodor’s Complete National Parks, Fodor’s National Parks of the West, Fodor’s New England, Fodor’s New Orleans, Fodor’s New York City, Fodor’s Pacific Northwest, Fodor’s Philadelphia, Fodor’s Utah, and Fodor’s Washington DC. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!