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THE TRAVEL SHELF
National Parks of the United States
National Geographic
1145 - 17th Street NW, Washington DC 20036-4688
9781426203930, $26.00 www.ngs.org
The 6th updated edition of National Parks of the United States offers advice from expert travel writers on activities, lodgings and itineraries and tours to the national parks, packing in nearly four hundred color photos on the parks and a number of maps to trails, campgrounds, and hikes. One of the best take-along totes or lending books on the topic, pairing eye-catching color with practical take-along advice.
Hawaii The Big Island Trailblazer, second edition
Jerry Sprout & Janine Sprout
Diamond Valley Company
89 Lower Manzanita Drive, Markleeville, CA 96120
9780967007250 $16.95 www.trailblazertravelbooks.com
Now in a completely revised, updated and expanded second edition, Hawaii The Big Island Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Surf, Bike, Drive is a user-friendly guide to families and outdoor adventurers, offering 153 hikes and strolls on Hawaii's big island from the peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, rain forests, botanical gardens, waterfalls, petroglyph fields, the Kona Coast, and much more. Also included are 73 snorkeling and swimming spots, 41 surfing spots, 24 bike trails, 25 campgrounds, a wealth of resource links with hand-picked accommodations and restaurants, safety tips, planning, advice, and much more. Black-and-white photographs illustrate this easy-to-follow travel guide. An absolute "must-have" for any Hawaii vacationer who wants to explore the wondrous outdoors of the big island. Also highly recommended to anyone exploring Hawaii's other islands are the companion volumes, "Maui Trailblazer" (9780967007243, $16.95) and "Kauai Trailblazer" (9780967007212, $16.95).
Cairo
Herbert L. Smith
Wheat Mark
610 East Delano Street, Suite 104, Tucson, AZ 85705
9781604940930, $13.95, www.wheatmark.com
The capital of the nation synonymous with the cradle of civilization - Cairo, Egypt. "Cairo: The Mother of the World" is an exploration of this ancient city which has prospered into the modern day. Cairo has much evidence of its own long and storied history, stretching into prehistory. Bringing to light what some tourists will never see during their travels, "Cairo" is a fine read, especially for those who plan to visit this great city in the future.
Long Island, third edition
Raymond Edward Spinzia, Judith Adia Pinzia, & Kathryn Spinzia Rayne
Hippocrene Books
171 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016
9780781812139, $24.95, www.hippocrenebooks.com
It doesn't take the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas to have a good time. "Long Island: A Guide to New York's Suffolk and Nassau Counties" is the newly updated and expanded third edition of the famed tourist guide to the quaint countryside of the rural regions of New York State. With nearly six hundred entries on things to use and enjoy throughout the region, "Long Island" does well in making the communities a worthwhile consideration for those seeking quiet relaxation. "Long Island" is well worth the read for any with an interest in alternative vacations.
The Out Traveler: South Florida
Paul Rubio
Alyson Books
245 West 17th St., Suite 1200, NY, NY 10011
9781593501037, $15.95, www.alyson.com
A specialized travel book for visitors to South Florida, whether for business or pleasure, "The Out Traveler: South Florida" compiled and written by Paul Rubio includes the Florida Keys, Orlando, and the Tampa Bay Area, as well such major destination areas as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and St. Petersburg. But "The Out Traveler: South Florida" is so much more than an ordinary travel guide as it features a historical overview of the LGBT experience in Floridal from the 1950s down to the present day; Floridian culture, music, and celebrities; as well as LGBT events, spas and gyms, transportation, and shopping. The chapters dedicated to 'where to go' and 'what to do' in the various and varied Southern Florida communities is detailed, informative, and profuse. In a handy pocket-sized and eminently portable edition, any and all LBGT travelers to Southern Florida would be well advised to utilize Paul Rubio's "The Out Traveler: South Florida" to plan their itineraries to not only get the 'biggest bang for the buck' but to acquire truly memorable experiences from their visit.
Junior Jetsetters Guide To Chicago
Junior Jetsetters
3044 Bloor Street West, Suite 550, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M8X 2YB
www.juniorjetsetters.com
9780978460112, $15.95, jj@juniorjetsetters.ca
Specifically designed for young travelers to the Windy City, ages 8 to 12, can now avail themselves of the information and resources of the "Junior Jetsetters Guide To Chicago", an informed and informative, 132-page pocket-sized, and profusely illustrated travel guide and reference on what to see and do in one of America's great cities. Beginning with a brief historical overview of the city and a succinct description of the diversity of its populace, "Junior Jetsetters Guide To Chicago" is an ideal and enthusiastically recommended companion for curious young minds and will be of invaluable help in kids learning about what Chicago has to offer by way of entertainment, recreation, sights, and experiences. Three other titles in this new and handy Jetsetters Guide series are also very highly recommended: "Junior Jetsetters Guide To Amsterdam" (9780978460129, $15.95); "Junior Jetsetters Guide To Lisbon" (9780978460136, $15.95); and "Junior Jetsetters Guide To Paris" (9780978460143, $15.95).
The Great Towns of America
David Vokac & Joan Vokac
West Press
PO Box 99717, San Diego, CA 92169
9780930743109, $23.95, www.greattowns.com
One doesn't have to be cliche and choose big cities or resorts for vacations. Small town America has much to offer in the avenue of relaxation. "The Great Towns of America: All New Guide to the 100 Best Getaways for a Vacation or a Lifetime" is a travel guide for those who want pure, unadulterated relaxation in their getaway, or who are trying to choose a good place to move to and live their life in peace. Covering one hundred locales with highly detailed information for each, "The Great Towns of America" is a must for anyone who wants to find themselves in one of America's fine towns in the near future, for whatever reason.
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