Fodors correspondents highlight the best of Barbados & St. Lucia including the Oistins fish fry Harrisons Cave & the scenic beauty of Marigot Bay. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time whether its your first trip or your fifth. TOP ATTRACTIONS from Bridgetown to the Pitons BEST HOTELS & restaurants for every budget USEFUL FEATURES for easy planning INSIDER TIPS on when to go & ways to save TERRIFIC PHOTOS to inspire your trip DETAILED MAPS to guide you ...

With an array of dazzling photographs this book deftly guides the traveler through all the sights & experiences--from Belfasts Titanic Quarter to the Ring of Kerry to pub culture & Irish dance--that make the Emerald Isle one of Europes most popular destinations. Expanded Coverage: This edition features expanded coverage of Belfasts revitalized waterfront plus additional information on car travel through the countryside. New reviews of Dublin restaurants round out the coverage & more in-depth golf reviews will be provided throughout the guide. Illustrated

Features: A number of in-depth illustrated features cover Dublins literary heritage Irish traditions--from pub life to dance & music iconic sights like the Ring of Kerry & the Rock of Cashel shopping tips & Belfasts Titanic history. Top attractions & top experiences sections help you plan the perfect trip based on your interests. Spotlights highlight cruising on the Shannon hiking in the West & Irish whiskeys. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Check out the Great Itineraries section for suggested routes through different regions of Irel&. Ancestor-hunters will love the map & list of Irish family names to help them track down their roots. The guide comes with a country-wide pull-out map that also covers the city of Dublin. Special Events: 2012 marked the 100th anniversary of the Titanic which was built in Belfast. Though the centenary events will largely be over when the guide publishes the city has undergone a large revitalization with a new museum & redeveloped waterfront with new hotels restaurants & other attractions. Its a hot destination. Discerning Recommendations: Fodors Ireland offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodors Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Ireland stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."

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Sin City is back! Las Vegas recently received the second highest number of visitors in its history & Fodors writers have been on the scene uncovering the hottest trends in dining lodging nightlife & more both on & off the Strip. Expanded Coverage: Our Gambling chapter now

Includes:: insider tips from a longtime table-games dealer & more recommendations for the best casinos to play. Not sure what part of the city is right for you? Weve created insightful overviews of the South Center & North Strip as well as Downtown & surrounding neighborhoods. With descriptions of what to see how to get around & the type of scenes youll encounter you can get a quick sense of where youll want to stay & play. & of course we cover all the latest developments from newcomers like The Cosmopolitan to venerable Strip legends like Caesars & the Mirage. Illustrated

Features: Special magazine-like sections throughout the guide provide an in-depth look at some of Las Vegass most exciting scenes & activities. Discover Vegass celebrity chefs choose the most relaxing spa find the most dazzling pools or plan an unforgettable bachelor/bachelorette party. Other features such as Best Buffets & Signature Vegas give you insider tips on dining & shopping. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Vegass top resorts are broken down at a glance complete with floor-plan maps that locate the best restaurants clubs & shops. A compact easy-to-use pullout map with great walks key attractions & nearby dining helps you explore the Strip & beyond with complete confidence. Best-bets charts for hotels restaurants & casinos help you quickly decide where to eat stay & play. Travel advice on regional natural wonders such as the Grand Canyon & Death Valley give you the information you need to know to plan a spectacular side trip. Discerning Recommendations: Fodors Las Vegas offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodors Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. PULLOUT MAP: A handy take-along map provides added value giving travelers essential information about top attractions walking tours & nearby dining so they can travel with complete confidence."



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For the domestic traveler San Francisco is a city that cant be beat & this dazzling guide covers its charms both great & small. The Golden Gate Bridge the Palace of Fine Arts a cable-car ride over Nob Hill or the Golden Gate Park are all cant-miss attractions & richly described & illustrated. But a walk through Macondray Lane the murals in the Mission or a treat of authentic dim sum are equally inspiring & equally covered in our pages. EXPANDED COVERAGE: New hotel & restaurant reviews illustrate whats current & hip in this ever-changing city. A revamped Wine Country chapter with new features on family-friendly wineries & lush new spas gives travelers reasons to head to Napa & Sonoma. ILLUSTRATED

Features: Special magazine-style articles throughout the guide illuminate the most distinctive aspects of the Foggy City. Features on Chinatown Alcatraz Island the cable cars the nearby Wine Country city architecture & more give readers an unparalleled sense of San Francisco. Spotlights on the best neighborhoods to eat & shop show readers how to navigate the city like a local. INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Planners maps & orientation pages help readers strategize. Revamped sightseeing chapters make planning & exploring a snap. A Where to Stay chart makes it easy to find the perfect hotel. Charts on finding parking or a quick cup of coffee give a convenient reference when on the go. Discerning Recommendations: Fodors San Francisco offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodors Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. PULLOUT MAP: A handy take-along map provides added value giving travelers essential information about top attractions walking tours & nearby dining so they can travel with complete confidence. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their San Francisco stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."

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Fantastic food excellent local wine hip shopping opportunities boutique hotels friendly people world-class skiing in nearby Whistler & gorgeous terrain for hiking biking boating & beach-going Vancouver has a bit of everything & its all top-notch. Fodors Vancouver & Victoria"is "the" guide to help you plan your time from the slopes to the surf & everything in between. In-depth coverage

Includes:: stunning Whistler (site of the 2010 winter Olympics) Victoria Vancouver Island & the Okanagan Valley. Expanded Coverage:

Includes:: new hotel & restaurant reviews throughout Vancouver & Victoria as well as in Whistler the Okanagan Valley & elsewhere on Vancouver Isl&. Expanded winery coverage in the Okanagan Valley is a boon for exploring some of the best wine country in North America.. Illustrated

Features: Gorgeous photos throughout & illustrated lavishly illustrated neighborhood food spotlights bring the city & its experiences into vivid focus. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools Neighborhood planners with colorful maps & Best Bets for restaurants & hotels make planning your trip easy & fun. Discerning Recommendations: Fodors Vancouver & Victoria offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodors Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. " Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights."





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Fodor's Italy 2013 is the essential take-along companion. With hundreds of full-color photos this updated edition highlights everything that visitors adore--from Italy's art & architecture to glorious Tuscan hill towns to red-hot nightlife & even more! Expanded Coverage: Fodor's Italy 2013 continues to provide thorough insightful coverage to this year-after-year top European destination. Dozens of scintillating new reviews are sure to entice first- & even old-timers to hotels & restaurants scattered throughout Rome Venice & Florence. Establishments in farther-flung cities & towns are also given their due & look for deeper coverage of trendy southern Italy destinations such as Sicily Puglia & Basilicata. Illustrated

Features: Multiple full-color features bring the many sides of Italy to vibrant life. Included among the photogenic array of riches are the ancient ruins of Rome Sicily & Pompeii; Michelangelo's spectacular Sistine Ceiling Palladio's villas Florence's Duomo & Assisi's basilica of St. Francis; the vineyards of Barolo & Tuscany; the scenic glory of the Cinque Terre & Venice's Grand Canal; the fashionista's fascinating Milan; & more. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Convenient overviews show each region & its notable highlights & chapter planning sections have savvy advice for making the most of travelers' time with top tips on getting from cities to countryside villages. Enticing cuisine highlights are given in each regional chapter. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Italy 2013 offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. Pullout Map: Handy take-along maps of Rome & Venice provide added value giving travelers essential information about top attractions walking tours & nearby dining so they can travel with complete confidence. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Italy stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."

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With many of the state's most popular destinations including Miami Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale the Everglades & the Florida Keys South Florida is a vacation destination rich in possibilities for every kind of traveler. Filled with color photos eye-popping features & fabulous maps Fodor's South Florida is easier to browse than ever. Competitive Advantage: Fodor's South Florida is the only full-color annual guide to the region. Expanded Coverage: From top to bottom this edition of Fodor's South Florida has been completely revised & reorganized with more nightlife in Fort Lauderdale more focused coverage of Palm Beach & the Treasure Coast enhanced coverage in Miami & better hotel & restaurant selections throughout the region. Illustrated

Features: Special In Focus" sections throughout the guide illuminate the most distinctive features of South Florida. Art Deco Miami Snorkeling & Scuba Diving Everglades Ecosystems & more give travelers an unparalleled sense of South Florida. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools An " Experience South Florida" chapter covering what's new in the region great itineraries helpful tips on getting there & around & much more helps readers choose their perfect Florida trip. Each chapter opens with four pages that include a map " Top Reasons to Go" & other essential information to help visitors plan time & vacation details effectively. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's South Florida offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. " Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Florida stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."

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For generations Americans have come to play & dream in Orlando. Whether you want to wander the halls of Hogwarts or dine with Cinderella Fodor's Walt Disney World provides everything you need to know. Color photos & features highlight the best of the theme parks area hotels & restaurants golf courses & spas & Tampa/ St. Pete. Expanded Coverage: Orlando is always changing & this edition captures the newest rides & attractions as well as area restaurants & hotels for Disney Universal & Sea World. Illustrated Features Magazine-style features help readers customize trips to meet their needs. Schedule a dinner date with Mickey or plan your escape to a luxurious spa. Go behind the scenes at Universal see the stars at the Kennedy Space Center or see your favorite baseball stars at a spring-training camp. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: An entire chapter devoted to Planning an Orlando Vacation"

Includes:: comprehensive ticket price charts advice for those traveling in groups both large & small tips on skipping lines in the parks budget schedules & much more. The major theme parks & all the "lands" & "worlds" feature their own sections with ride recommendations by age info on height restrictions & maps that make it easy to explore. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Walt Disney World offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. " Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. PULLOUT MAP: A handy take-along map provides added value giving travelers essential information about top attractions & nearby dining so they can travel with complete confidence. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Orlando stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."

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In our nation's capital many thrilling reminders of the American saga reside in this uniquely purposed slice of geography: with history around every corner Washington D.C. is a city that magically blends yesterday & today. This updated guide--often among our top 3 domestic best-sellers--lets visitors discover the myriad ever-changing charms of the nation's capital. Expanded Coverage: World-class museums shady parks & an important arts scene make Washington D.C. an ever-changing American showcase (more than 15 million tourists head here every year). Plus brand new hotel restaurant shop & bar reviews in this annual update offer fresh tips for staying & playing in such top hotspots as Dupont Circle & Georgetown. Illustrated

Features: Thanks to hundreds of vibrant photos the guide is a virtual magic- carpet ride to Washington's most exciting attractions. Features in glowing color propel visitors to the awe-inspiring Capitol Building the eye-popping sights of the National Air & Space Museum & the nation's most revered resting-place Arlington Cemetery. Restaurant thumbnail sketches highlight the most delicious options in each neighborhood. These special sections create a sense of intimacy with & appreciation for what Washington D.C. is all about. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: The Experience" chapter

Includes:: a variety of super-useful sections such as D.C With Kids Free in D.C. & Top Attractions & the " Neighborhoods" chapter describes fascinating walks to key off-the-beaten-path sights. Each of these eight chapters opens with a " Top Reasons to Go" map supported by other essential information designed to help in planning & scheduling visits to attractions. For those with a taste for the more serious goings-on that drive the city's pulse we've added special features such as " Scandalous Washington" & " How Laws are Made." All this plus exhaustively detailed chapters on Nightlife the Performing Arts Sports Shopping & Side Trips makes it easy for readers to custom-plan an exciting vacation. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor's Washington D.C. offers savvy advice & recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks from hotels to nightlife. " Word of Mouth""es from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. Trip Advisor Reviews: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from Trip Advisor. Travelers can book their Washington D.C. stay with complete confidence as only the best properties make the cut."



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The colorful guide that brings Mexico to life
- PHOTOS by the hundred
- 31 pages of COLOR MAPS
- REVIEWS of sights restaurants


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