Maui Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook (Maui Revealed)
by Andrew Doughty
from Wizard Publications Inc.
USA Today calls it, "An authoritative and in-depth look at all that the island offers." The author is a resident who personally and anonymously reviews every facet of Maui. From restaurants to helicopter companies to scuba to beaches to trails, he sees it all and shows you the best Maui has to offer.
This all new fourth edition is the most comprehensive guidebook ever written for Maui. HawaiÂ’i resident and best-selling author, Andrew Doughty, actually hikes all the trails, rides the boats, scuba dives the reefs, dines in the restaurants, reviews all the resorts, snorkels the coastline, explores the hidden waterfalls and shares all the secrets that he finds. Everything is reviewed anonymously. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes Maui so exciting.
Hawaii The Big Island Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook (Hawaii the Big Island Revealed)
by Andrew Doughty
from Wizard Publications Inc.
The finest guidebook ever written for the Big Island and the only one written by writers who anonymously review the island. They visit every beach, restaurant, activity and trail on the island. The result is this comprehensive, humorous and easy-to-read full color guide that will lead you to more adventures than any other book. A must for travelers.
This all-new fifth edition is a candid, humorous guide to everything there is to see and do on the Big Island to plan your best vacation--ever. Best-selling author and longtime Hawai'i resident, Andrew Doughty, unlocks the secrets of an island so vast and diverse that many visitors never realize all that it has to offer. Explore with him as he reveals breathtaking trails, secluded beaches, pristine reefs, delicious places to dine, relaxing resorts, an active volcano and so much more. Every restaurant, activity provider, business and resort is reviewed personally and anonymously. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes the Big Island so exciting.
• The most up-to-date and accurate information available anyplace with up-to-the-minute changes posted to our website
• Frank, brutally honest reviews of restaurants, hotels and activities show you which companies really are the best…and which to avoid--no advertisements
• Driving tours let you structure your trip your way, point out sights not to be missed along the way and are complemented by 120 spectacular color photographs
• 38 specially-created maps in an easy-to-follow format with mile markers—so you’ll always know where you are on the island
• Clear, concise directions to those hard-to-find places such as deserted black sand beaches, tropical rain forests, hidden waterfalls, the most dramatic part of the erupting volcano, freshwater lava pools (some volcanically heated) and scores of other hidden gems listed nowhere else
• 28 pages on Big Island’s beaches with detailed descriptions including ocean safety
• Exciting chapters on adventures, hiking and activities
• Fascinating sections on Hawai'i's history, culture, language and legends
• Companion website with links to every business, events calendar, over 80 resort reviews complete with aerial photos--so you’ll know if oceanfront really means oceanfront
"Hawaii The Big Island Revealed" covers it all--from the snow-covered top of Mauna Kea, to the sparkling underwater reefs. This is the best investment you can make for your Big Island visit. Whether you are a first time visitor, or a longtime kama'aina, you will find out more about the Big Island from this book than from any other source. Discover the island of your dreams with "Hawaii The Big Island Revealed."
Oahu Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Honolulu, Waikiki & Beyond (Oahu Revisited)
by Andrew Doughty
from Wizard Publications Inc.
The most comprehensive yet easy-to-use guidebook series to Hawaii brings you the second edition of Oahu Revealed. Written by the author of the best-selling guides, Maui Revealed, Hawaii The Big Island Revealed and The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook. He actually hikes all the trails, rides the boats, scuba dives the reefs, dines in the restaurants, reviews all the resorts, snorkels the coastline, explores the hidden waterfalls and shares all the secrets that he finds. Everything is reviewed anonymously. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes Oahu so exciting.
Most travel titles are put together in a few weeks by visiting travel writers. Wizard guidebooks take over a year to compile and the writers are residents who personally and anonymously review every facet of the island. Their maps are the best you'll find. From restaurants to helicopter companies to scuba to beaches to trails. They see it all and show you the best the island has to offer. They also reveal who's the worst and who to stay away from. All told in a frank, humorous way that keeps the reading fun.
The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook: Kauai Revealed (Ultimate Kauai Guidebook)
by Andrew Doughty
from Wizard Publications Inc.
The finest guidebook ever written for Kauai and the only one written by writers who anonymously review the island. They visit every beach, restaurant, activity and trail on the island. The result is this comprehensive, humorous and easy-to-read full color guide that will lead you to more adventures than any other book. A must for travelers.
The finest guidebook ever written for Kauai. This brand new sixth edition has more useful information, the most up to date maps and scores of hidden gems listed nowhere else. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes the Garden Island so special.
Maps include beach access to even the most remote beaches, mile markers so you always know where you are, hiking trails and numerous details in an easy to follow format.
Symbols quickly identify recommended sights and companies. This book shows you which companies really are the bestÂ…and which to avoid.
Special expanded sections on Activities, Hiking and Adventures.
Clear, concise directions to get to those hard to find places.
Web site with links to every business, last minute updates, events calendar and more. Plus Web pages that expand on all accommodation reviews with aerial photos of all the resorts (so youÂ’ll know if oceanfront really means oceanfront).
Written by Kauai residents who know the island.
Frank, honest opinions from anonymous reviews—No advertisements.
They’ve covered it all—from the top of Wai‘ale‘ale to the sparkling underwater reefs. This is the best investment you can make for your trip to Kauai. Whether you are a first time visitor, or a long time kama‘aina, you will find out more about the Garden Island from this book than from any other source.
The Disneyland Encyclopedia: The Unofficial, Unauthorized, and Unprecedented History of Every Land, Attraction, Restaurant, Shop, and Event in the Original Magic Kingdom
by Chris Strodder
from Santa Monica Press
The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland 2009 (Unofficial Guides)
by Bob Sehlinger
from Wiley
More than 4 million copies sold! This series is the only one that offers evaluations based on reader surveys and critiques, compiled by a team of unbiased inspectors.
• Hotels, attractions, and restaurants in all price categories
• Extensive information on shopping, nightlife, and sports
• Easy-to-use, two-color design
• Detailed, 2-color maps
From the publishers of The Unofficial Guide® to Walt Disney World®
"A Tourist's Best Friend!"
—Chicago Sun-Times
"Indispensable"
—The New York Times
Five Great Features and Benefits offered ONLY by The Unofficial Guide®:
- Every attraction ranked and rated for each age group, based on interviews and surveys of more than 7,500 families
- When and where to go: the best times of the year and the best days of the week for each park
- All the Disneyland-area hotels ranked and rated for value and quality of rooms
- Field tested itineraries for adults and families with children that can save more than three hours of waiting in line
- Complete coverage of Disney's California Adventure® theme park and Universal Studios Hollywood
Zagat San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants 2009 (Zagatsurvey: San Francisco/ Bay Area Restaurants)
from Zagat Survey
Streetwise San Francisco Map - Laminated City Street Map of San Francisco, California - with integrated BART map including lines and stations - MUNI lines, bus routes
by Streetwise Maps
from Streetwise Maps
Streetwise San Francisco Map - Laminated City Street Map of San Francisco, California - Folding pocket size travel map with integrated BART map including lines & stations - MUNI lines, bus routes
This map covers the following areas:
Main San Francisco Map 1:30,000
San Francisco Bus Map 1:60,000
San Francisco Area Map 1:1,000,000
San Francisco BART System Map
Muni Metro & BART Map
Yerba Buena Gardens Map
The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas 2009 (Unofficial Guides)
by Bob Sehlinger
from Wiley
More than 4 million copies sold! This series is the only one that offers evaluations based on reader surveys and critiques, compiled by a team of unbiased inspectors.
• Hotels, attractions, and restaurants in all price categories
• Extensive information on shopping, nightlife, and sports
• Easy-to-use, two-color design
• Detailed, 2-color maps
From the publishers of The Unofficial Guide® to Walt Disney World®
"A Tourist's Best Friend!"
-Chicago Sun-Times
"Indispensable"
-The New York Times
Five Great Features and Benefits offered ONLY by The Unofficial Guide®:
* Over 100 hotels and casinos rated and ranked - the most offered by any guidebook - plus proven strategies for getting the best rate
* Complete detailed descriptions of each casino and casino hotel
* In-depth critical reviews of Las Vegas' 60 best shows and 30 top nightspots - the most offered by any guidebook
* Detailed reviews of more than 100 restaurants - a complete dining guide within the guide, plus the best buffets rated and ranked
* Fifty pages of gambling tips from how to play, recognize sucker games, and cut the house advantage to the bone
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Disney's Old Key West Resort
Renovated in 2005, this fully air-conditioned hotel comprises 761 rooms spread over a 3-storey main building and 56 annexe blocks. Facilities within the themed hotel include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange desk, a cloakroom and lifts. A relaxed family-friendly atmosphere is offered in Olivia's Café. Further facilities include a newspaper stand, a delicatessen, a games room and a laundrette's (fees apply). There is a playground for younger guests and those arriving by c
Ohana Waikiki West 3 STARS
This large, family-friendly hotel comprises 663 rooms spread over 18 floors. Facilities include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange desk, a cloakroom, and a lift in addition to a laundry service and a laundrette. Located onsite are a Starbuck's café (open from early until late), Chili's Restaurant (lunch and the evening meal) and a popular Country und Western bar. Charges apply for use of the garage parking.
Crowne Plaza Minneapolis Airport West 4 STARS
This hotel underwent renovation work in 2004 and comprises a main building as well as an annexe block each with 6 floors offering a total of 253 rooms. Facilities include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, air conditioning, safes and a lift in addition to a cosy cocktail lounge, a bar and an air-conditioned restaurant. The room and laundry services may be taken advantage of and there is car parking as well as a garage for those arriving by car.
Comfort Inn & Suites Airport West 2 STARS
Holiday Inn Maingate West 4 STARS
This family hotel offers excellent quality and includes a total of 295 rooms spread over 6 floors. It offers its guests a bar, a restaurant, a delicatessen and Internet access. Guests may additionally make use of the laundry service. Parking spaces and a garage are also on offer for those arriving by car.






