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.The Rough Guide to Japan Fourth Edition (Rough Guide Travel Guides)
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by: Jan Dodd, Simon Richard

March 31, 2008
I think that this guide is very useful, there're a lot of informations about Japanese culture, what you've to see and how organize your trip.
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.Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands (Country Guide)
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by: Danny Palmerlee, Carolyn McCarthy, Michael Grosberg

August 01, 2006
Basically the layout and info is good, though some important stuff was outdated,ie current location of the terminal terrestre (bus station) in Quito (This created some testy, but fun conversation with the taxi driver). One thing to beware of---the map symbols and numbers are miniscule. Granted, I am 50 andy eyesight isn't what it used to be. But if there is any one most important info in a travel guide,it's the maps. Grow it please.
Nice size overall for lightwgt travel.
Narratives on history and background just right.
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.China (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)
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by: DK Publishing

August 15, 2005
Trying to review this book is somewhat hard, technically it's a travel guide and as that its ok, but its really more than that. Its one of the best birds eye views of the major attractions in China. Kind of a Whats-What of China. Having been to China on several trips I can personally attest to the quality of the selection and information.

They Layout is organized by region, usually two provinces to a Chapter. You get a brief overview of the province, then it moves to 1-2 pages per location (maybe a city or a park) in that province. The information is a smorgasborg of text, photos and illustrations. It covers the major attractions and why they are significant. The photographs are stunning (if small by necessity). The information is ... Read More:
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.Italy (Country Guide)
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by: Damien Simonis

February 01, 2008
I did a multiple country tour across Europe and I will preface my review with the disclaimer that I only ended up seeing Venice while I was in Italy so all my comment pertain to the Lonely Planet's section on this city.

The section on Venice was not as helpful as other Lonely Planet guides that I have had the pleasure of using with my travels. The maps, while accurate and useful for approximate locating, will need to supplemented with another map (either the Lonely Planet's or one purchased when you get there).

The hotel reviews were good, but I would also use the internet more as I found a nice cheap hotel not listed in their guide just walking through the city. Their review of the usefulness of the Venice Pass was also spot on - ie you will ... Read More:
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.Central America (Shoestring)
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by: Robert Reid

November 01, 2007
Everywhere we went on our month long blitz of Central America, we saw other travelers using this book. Anyone that wasn't looked on jealously. It was commonly referred to as "the Bible". The information on border crossings and buses could've been more extensive, but that's what other travelers were for. The recommendations on hostels were great, as were the highlights of things to do in each country. It's a heavy book, but a necessary item in your pack.
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.Frommer's Napa & Sonoma Day by Day (Frommer's Day by Day)
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by: Avital Binshtock

February 20, 2007
I have (quite happily!) spent two great vacations in Napa and Sonoma Counties. This is the best guidebook I have found for that region.

There are a few things that make this guide very helpful. First, the author makes sure this guide is very user-friendly for first-time visitors. In other words, you get a true introduction to the Northern California area and what's special about it. You also learn which highlights are worth hitting, and what's worth ignoring.

Second, the visual aspect of the book is great: super-colorful, great layout, things rated from one to three stars, lots of little neighborhood maps, color photographs, etc.

Third, it's clear the author knows what she's talking about at all times.

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.Prague (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)
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by: DK Publishing

March 20, 2006
This guide shows you Prague in all its splendor, one of the nicest cities to visit and with this DK guide you can even get to know it before arriving to the city. The guide as always gives you a very complete information on all major and even smaller less known places so that you can really enjoy this magnificent city.
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.Frommer's Hawaii 2008 (Frommer's Complete)
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by: Jeanette Foster

September 04, 2007
We used this book to plan excursions for an upcoming cruise. It was very helpful, enabling us to prioritize how we want to spend our time.
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.Brazil (Country Guide)
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by: Regis St. Louis, Kevin Raub, Gregor Clark, John Noble, Gary Chandler, Robert Landon, Mara Vorhees

January 01, 2008
I've been consistently impressed by the Lonely Planet series. These books allow you to navigate a new country and culture like a pro, and find all the hidden spots that a tour guide probably wouldn't take you to. Worth every penny!
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.Frommer's Best RV and Tent Campgrounds in the U.S.A. (Frommer's Best Rv & Tent Campgrounds in the USA)
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by: Menasha Ridge Press

March 19, 2007
I have several books on camping; this by far is the most helpful.Detailed information on everything from bugs to how to get there. If you are going to have one book on camping site information I would highly recommend this one.
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