Frommer's Wonderful Weekends from San Francisco


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This savvy guide presents the best getaways within five hours of San Francisco, from the Napa Valley to Lake Tahoe, from Carmel to Yosemite. Covering ski resorts, beaches, wineries, and quaint small towns, this delightful guide also features fully detailed maps and a calendar of special events.




Frommer's Wonderful Weekends From Boston


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Escape the City and Give Yourself a Wonderful Weekend! Wouldn't it be great to get away from it all? To drive along the spectacular Maine coast…step back in time in Vermont's unspoiled villages…swim and picnic on the fabulous beaches of Cape Cod National Seashore…enjoy music and a picnic on the lawn at Tanglewood…or just curl up in front of a roaring fire in a cozy historic inn? Whatever place grabs you, renowned travel writer Marilyn Wood will take you there — and show you how to have the time of your life. Everything You Need for the Perfect Weekend: More than 400 country inns, bed-and-breakfasts, historic hotels, grand resorts, and other special places to stay More than 425 restaurants, from gourmet dining by candlelight to rustic lobster pounds — plus tips on where to pick up the makings for a great picnic What to see and do on your weekend — from hiking, skiing, and sailing to exploring historic sites or attending a play at one of New England's famous regional theaters Special events worth planning for: country fairs, music and dance festivals, boat races, crafts exhibitions, ski races, and more Detailed, accurate maps — plus all the information on getting there and getting around Find us online at www.frommers.com




Frommer's Wonderful Weekends from Los Angeles


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This savvy guide covers all the best weekend getaways within five hours of Los Angeles, from the Palm Springs desert resorts to the Orange County Coast, from Disneyland to Hearst Castle, from Joshua Tree National Park to Catalina Island. Also included are short excursions to Mexico. Ski resorts, spectacular beaches, theme parks, wineries, wilderness, world-class golf courses, and quaint small towns: They re all included in this newest addition to the Wonderful Weekends series. You ll find details on hundreds of inns, bed-and-breakfasts, resorts, and restaurants a selective list of the very best the region has to offer, all personally selected by Stephanie Avnet and reviewed with her sophisticated style. Anyone in the Los Angeles area who s looking for romance, a few days in the great outdoors, or just a place to unwind will find the perfect getaway in this guide. Residents will treasure and trust this guide for planning weekends year-round, and visitors will find it a sophisticated companion to their explorations of southern California. Inside are full details on activities from hiking to whale watching, from shopping to wine tasting, from a day on the beach in Santa Barbara to family fun at Sea World. With accurate, detailed maps and a calendar of special events. Stephanie Avnet is a lifelong Los Angeles resident who believes that




Frommer's San Diego Day by Day


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San Diego is a touristic magnet, attracting an estimated 40 million tourists a year. That's not surprising: the city boasts some of the most fascinating museum and historic sights in the nation, plus a vibrant nightlife scene (including cutting-edge restaurants), eye-candy nature sights and postcard-perfect beaches. Frommer's San Diego day by day advises the reader how to see the best of everything--in the smartest, most time-efficient way. The book contains: - The best of San Diego in one, two or three days, plus thematic tours for every interest, schedule or taste. - Walking tours of the city's best-loved neighborhoods, from the Gaslamp Quarter to La Jolla and Coronado. - Scores of evocative color photographs. - Bulleted maps that show the reader how to get from place to place, plus a tear-resistant foldout map in a handy, reclosable plastic wallet. - Highly opinionated appraisals of hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife for all budgets from luxury to backpacker. - Exact pricing so there's never any guessing. - Detailed information on the best outdoor adventures, beaches and day trip.




Frommer's San Francisco Free and Dirt Cheap


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You can leave your heart in San Francisco, but with this guide, you don't have to leave the contents of your wallet! Perfect for residents and visitors alike, this outspoken guide is packed with free and dirt-cheap ways to get the most out of San Francisco without opening your Golden Gates...from food, drinks, and entertainment to shopping, events, classes, and more.







Frommer's San Francisco with Kids


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Let Frommer's show you where your kids can: Visit the sea lions, the city's most famous residents Test their pitching arms Lear what life was like on "The Rock" Play the latest video games Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on a fire truck Conduct amazing experiments at a hands-on science museum Climb around on a giant Coca-Cola bottle Get on an Australian walkabout, complete with kangaroos Join the grownups at an all-ages music club Live out their favorite nursery rhymes Plus invaluable travel tips on: Age ranges for each sight and activity Hotels that offer cribs and rollaway beds A complete rundown on restaurants with kids' menus Shopping for everything from baby booties to import CDs A San Francisco parent's words of wisdom on safety in the city




Frommer's Memorable Walks in San Francisco


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Walking is the best way to get to know a city intimately, exploring its neighborhoods and taking time to savor its details and hidden treasures, so follow Frommer's for an up-close-and-personal look at San Francisco. We've designed 12 fabulous walking tours, taking in the city's most intriguing neighborhoods. Each route takes a few hours and comes complete with detailed directions, suggested refreshment stops for snacks along the way, and an accompanying map. Come along with us to discover the most colorful neighborhoods in San Francisco. We'll introduce you to the North Beach and Russian Hill haunts of the Beat Generation -- and tell you tales of the larger-than-life personalities who made it all happen. You'll enjoy funky shopping and Summer of Love flashbacks in the Haight, and join us for cultural and culinary adventures in the Mission District and Chinatown. Slim and easy-to-carry, Frommer's Memorable Walks in San Francisco offers a wonderful way to make the city your own!




Frommer's San Francisco from $60 a Day


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Packed with listings for low-cost hotels, such as inexpensive mom-and-pop motels, B&Bs of character, pensiones and comfortable hostels, this resourceful guide also includes information on low-cost bistros and ethnic restaurants; money-saving tips on transportation, shopping, and nightlife, and a complete sightseeing listing. Complete with a giant, full-color fold-out map.




Frommer's? Denmark


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Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. And avoid tourist traps. At Frommer’s, we use 150 outspoken travel experts around the world to help you make the right choices. Frommer’s. Your guide to a world of travel experience. Choose the Only Guide That Gives You: Outspoken opinions on what’s worth your time and what’s not. Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions. The best hotels and restaurants in every price range, with candid reviews.