Gold Guides
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Indispensable for both business and pleasure travellers, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts, who live in Barcelona, give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do, from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Fodor's Barcelona shows you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges, from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. One of the top Fodor's destinations, Barcelona has long been dubbed 'La Gran Encisera' - the Great Enchantress. Little wonder: capital of Catalonia, with the bustle of the world's busiest seaport, the medieval romance of its Gothic Quarter, and a feast of Catalan Art Nouveau buildings - including the great creations of Antonio Gaudi - Barcelona remains one of the most visually stunning cities in Europe.
Swim with the seals off eastern coasts, sip sauvignon blanc in Marlborough, bushwalk through the country's diverse and beautiful terrain, celebrate Matariki (the Maori New Year), or sail in the City of Sails (Auckland)-Fodor's New Zealand 2008 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
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- We frequently update our New Zealand guide, and we make every effort to bring you the most accurate and thorough book. Plus we provide timely updates about the area at Fodors.com.
- Unlike other travel books, Fodor's guides rely heavily on local experts who know the territory best-so you know you're seeing the real New Zealand.
- Includes unique, color photos that illustrate the country's history and local activities and a full-color, pullout map of New Zealand.
- We give you the planning tools you need to tailor your trip. We give options for all budgets. You make the choices.
Discover the best of Thailand on and off the beaten track. Hundreds of detailed reviews say what is special about each place. Find a room for a song or a splurge ? stay in modern high-rises, traditional teak houses, beach bungalows. Dine well in elegant hotel restaurants, garden cafes, pavement stalls. Explore everywhere on driving and walking tours, including palaces, Buddhist temples, Khmer ruins and secluded beaches. Shop smart for silk, silver and celadon at floating markets, craft centres and night bazaars. Take in the arts, from classical dance to Thai boxing and check out the pubs, bars and discos.
"Fodor's can't be beat." -- Gannett News Service "Packed with dependable information." -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution "An admirable blend of the cultural and the practical." -- The Washington Post Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over. Completely up-to-date, Fodor's Gold Guides are essential tools for any kind of traveler. If you only have room for one guide, this is the guide for you. The best guide to Egypt, packed with essentials Pharaonic temples, Islamic mosques, Coptic cathedrals Old-World bazaars, antiques auctions, the camel market Cairo's Egyptian Antiquities and Islamic Arts museums Nile cruises, Red Sea reef dives, 4WD desert safaris Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget Pyramid-view hotels, Moorish-Colonial resorts, temple-side caravanseries, Nile-island luxury, desert oasis camps Gracious hotel dining rooms, family-run caf s, seafood joints, elegant Indian restaurants, classic coffeehouses Accurate, up-to-date, from the most reliable writers Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands All reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents 19 pages of maps, 14 vacation itineraries, and more Smart travel tips - Fodor's Choice - What's Where - Pleasures and Pastimes, don't-miss activities - Festivals - Background essays, further reading, videos to watch - Comprehensive index
No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts who live Singapore give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Color planning sections help you decide where to go with region-by-region virtual tours and cross-referencing to the main text. Fodor's Gold Guide Singapore will show you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. The Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Plus, web links, maps, costs, and mix-and-match itineraries make planning a snap. "The king of guidebooks." - Newsweek
"Fodor's guides cover culture authoritatively and rarely miss a sight or museum." - National Geographic Traveler "The king of guidebooks." - Newsweek No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. Color planning sections help you decide where to go with region-by-region virtual tours and cross-referencing to the main text. Insider info that's totally up to date. Every year our local experts give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Full-size, foldout map keeps you on course.
Guatemala is one of the most-visited countries in Central America, and with Belize hosting over 300,000 visitors yearly, these countries are fast establishing themselves on the tourist map. This guide is completely updated and features a mix of cultural and practical information, with options in all price ranges. It also includes a chapter on smart travel tips, post-it flags, web addresses, great itineraries and Fodor's choice. In addition, the guide lists the latest sights and activities and up-to-date options for hotels, restaurants, shopping and nightlife.
"Fodor's guides cover culture authoritatively and rarely miss a sight or museum." - National Geographic Traveler "The king of guidebooks." - Newsweek No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. Insider info that's totally up to date. Every year our local experts give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Full-size, foldout map keeps you on course.
No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts who live in Vietnam give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do -- from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. They'll show you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges -- from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. The Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice -- from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Plus, web links, costs, and mix-and-match itineraries make planning a snap. "The king of guidebooks." - Newsweek