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Book Fodor s New York City 2014

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2014 written by Fodor's and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2013-08-13 with total page 1048 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The lights, the sounds, the energy: New York City is the quintessential American city, a constantly exciting, fast-changing destination that people revisit over and over. Fodor's New York City 2014, with rich color photos throughout, captures the city's universal appeal, from museums to music venues, from Broadway spectacles to gastronomic delights. EXPANDED COVERAGE: Fodor's New York 2014 ebook edition includes new restaurant and hotel recommendations for Manhattan and extended coverage into Brooklyn, from hip and happening Williamsburg to leafy Fort Greene. INDISPENSABLE PLANNING TOOLS: Features on top attractions, free things to do, and what to do with kids make it extra easy to plan a vacation. Best Bets charts for restaurants and hotels; easy-to-read color neighborhood maps; and tips on buying Broadway tickets, sitting in a TV audience, or scouting out the best shopping give easy access to the best New York City has to offer. DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's New York City offers savvy advice and 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" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.

Book Fodor s New York State

    Book Details:
  • Author : Inc. Fodor's Travel Publications
  • Publisher : Fodors Travel Publications
  • Release : 2009
  • ISBN : 1400008972
  • Pages : 530 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York State written by Inc. Fodor's Travel Publications and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2009 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed and timely information on accommodations, restaurants, and local attractions highlight these updated travel guides, which feature all-new covers, a dramatic visual design, symbols to indicate budget options, must-see ratings, multi-day itineraries, Smart Travel Tips, helpful bulleted maps, tips on transportation, guidelines for shopping excursions, and other valuable features. Original.

Book Fodor s New York City 2009

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's
  • Publisher : Fodors Travel Publications
  • Release : 2008-08-26
  • ISBN : 1400019478
  • Pages : 554 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2009 written by Fodor's and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2008-08-26 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes points of interest in New York City, including museums, gardens, zoos, historic sites, and seasonal events, and recommends hotels, restaurants, and nightspots

Book New York City

    Book Details:
  • Author : Robert Blake
  • Publisher : Fodors Travel Publications
  • Release : 2008-11-04
  • ISBN : 140000764X
  • Pages : 146 pages

Download or read book New York City written by Robert Blake and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2008-11-04 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fodor’s. For Choice Travel Experiences. Fodor’s helps you unleash the possibilities of travel by providing the insightful tools you need to experience the trips you want. Although you’re at the helm, Fodor’s offers the assurance of our expertise, the guarantee of selectivity, and the choice details that truly define a destination. It’s like having a friend in New York City! •Fodor’s Flashmaps New York Cityis the ultimate street and information finder for locals and visitors, with thematic maps and listings packed into a compact book that fits in your purse or pocket. •From Soho to the Upper West Side, navigating and exploring the streets of New York City is easy with Flashmaps. The guide gathers 58 full-color maps covering transportation, shopping, parks, restaurants, movie theatres, and more! Key phone numbers and addresses are also at your fingertips. •If it’s not worth your time, it’s not inFlashmaps New York City. The carefully selected maps will ensure that you’ll know about the most interesting and enjoyable places in New York City. Visit Fodors.com for more ideas and information, travel deals, vacation planning tips, reviews and to exchange travel advice with other travelers.

Book Fodor s New York City

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2016-11-01
  • ISBN : 0804143706
  • Pages : 892 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 892 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. The lights, the sounds, the energy: New York City is the quintessential American city, an exciting, constantly changing destination that people visit over and over. Fodor's New York City, with color photos throughout, captures the universal appeal of the city's world-renowned museums, iconic music venues, Broadway spectacles, and, of course, gastronomic delights. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Major sights such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Empire State Building, Museum of Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and the High Line · Coverage of Lower Manhattan; Soho, Nolita, Little Italy, and Chinatown; The East Village and the Lower East Side; Greenwich Village and the West Village; Chelsea and the Meatpacking District; Union Square, the Flatiron District, and Gramercy Park; Midtown East; Midtown West; The Upper East Side; Central Park; The Upper West Side; Harlem; Brooklyn; Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island Planning to focus on Brooklyn? Check out Fodor's Brooklyn travel guide.

Book Fodor s New York City 2019

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2018-08-21
  • ISBN : 1640970495
  • Pages : 616 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2019 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2018-08-21 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by locals, Fodor’s New York City is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to New York. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your NYC trip with ease. Join Fodor’s in exploring Manhattan, Brooklyn, and more. The lights, the sounds, the energy: New York City is the quintessential American city and unlike anywhere else in the world. It’s a constantly changing destination that people visit again and again. Fodor's New York City, with color photos throughout, captures the universal appeal of the city's world-renowned museums, iconic music venues, Broadway spectacles, and, of course, gastronomic delights. Fodor’s New York City includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: This edition includes top new restaurant and hotel recommendations for Manhattan and the boroughs. Brooklyn coverage continues to grow, including hip and happening Williamsburg and Bushwick, classic Brooklyn Heights, leafy Fort Greene, and family-friendly Park Slope. Updated annually to ensure the best and most relevant content. •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A brief introduction and spectacular color photos capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout New York City. •DETAILED MAPS: Over 35 detailed maps to help you plan and get around stress-free. •GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES:Full-color features about New York City landmarks including the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the American Museum of Natural History make planning any trip a snap. A section on eating like a local highlights what's hot and what will never go out of fashion. •ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Sample itineraries help you plan and make the most of your time. We include tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports, and the outdoors. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Features on what's where, best city tours, free things to do, and what to do with kids make it easy to plan a vacation. Easy-to-read color neighborhood maps and tips on buying Broadway tickets, getting tickets to sit in a TV audience, and scouting out the best shopping give easy access to the best New York City has to offer. •SPECIAL EVENT: Experience the electric atmosphere as 50,000 participants of the New York City Marathon run through the city’s five boroughs on the first Sunday in November. •COVERS: Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, The High Line, and much more. •ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning to visit more of the northeast? Check out Fodor’s Boston, Fodor’s Philadelphia, Fodor’s Washington DC, and Fodor’s New England.

Book Fodor s New York City 2016

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2015-09-22
  • ISBN : 1101878908
  • Pages : 965 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2016 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2015-09-22 with total page 965 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. The lights, the sounds, the energy: New York City is the quintessential American city, an always exciting, constantly changing destination that people visit again and again.Fodor's New York City, with rich color photos throughout, captures the universal appeal of world-renowned museums, iconic music venues, the lights of Broadway spectacles, and, of course, the vast array of gastronomic delights. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Major sights such as Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial and Museum and The High Line · Coverage of: Lower Manhattan; Soho, Nolita, Little Italy, and Chinatown; The East Village and the Lower East Side; Greenwich Village and the West Village; Chelsea and the Meatpacking District; Union Square, The Flatiron District, and Gramercy Park; Midtown East; Midtown West; The Upper East Side; Central Park; The Upper West Side; Harlem; Brooklyn; Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island Planning to visit more of the USA? Check out Fodor's country-wide travel guide to the USA.

Book Fodor s New York City 2020

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2019-08-27
  • ISBN : 1640971637
  • Pages : 628 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2020 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to experience New York City? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s New York City 2020 travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of New York City, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to explore the High Line, see a Broadway show, or browse the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this user-friendly guidebook will help you plan it all out. Our local writers vet every recommendation to ensure that you not only make the most of your time, but that you also have all the most up-to-date and essential information you need to plan the perfect trip. This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning! Fodor’s New York City 2020 includes: • AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of New York City. • SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on museums, food, and shopping. • INSPIRATIONAL “BEST OF” LISTS identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more. • ITINERARIES for various trip lengths help you maximize your time. • DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently. • EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS offer options for every taste. • TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS include: guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events. • LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE tells you where to find under-the-radar gems, along with the best walking tours. • HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS add perspective and enrich your travels. • COVERS: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, The High Line, and much more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning to visit more of the northeast? Check out Fodor’s Boston, Fodor’s Philadelphia, Fodor’s Washington DC, and Fodor’s New England.

Book Southern California   Fodor s Guide

Download or read book Southern California Fodor s Guide written by and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 2006-03-07 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get close to tigers, pandas, and gorillas at a world-famous zoo, cling to the cliffs on a drive along the Pacific, redefine your idea of Asian food at a Pasadena favorite, or jump on a surfboard and catch hairy waves--Fodor's Southern California, 2nd Edition offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the area, including the Central coast, Yosemite and San Diego 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. The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best --"Fodor's guides are saturated with information." - We frequently update our Southern California guide, and we make every effort to bring you the most accurate and thorough book. Plus we provide timely updates about the area to 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 Southern California. - We give you the planning tools you need to tailor your trip. We give options for all budgets. You make the choices. ----------------------------------- With Fodor's you get much more than a guidebook-we make it easy for you to customize your dream vacation. Visit www.fodors.com to find up-to-date travel bargains, mini-guides to worldwide destinations, information on local festivals, dazzling drives, maps, vacation planning tips and much more! And, for more insider secrets, visit "Travel Talk" and "Rants and Raves" online at www.fodors.com/forums to get advice from other travelers like you.

Book Fodor s New York City 2025

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2025 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by . This book was released on 2024-11-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to explore the High Line, see a Broadway show, or grab a slice of pizza in Brooklyn, the local Fodor's travel experts in New York City are here to help! Fodor's New York City 2025 guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's New York City 2025 travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "New York City's Best Art Museums" "Free Things to Do in New York City," "New York City's Best Cocktail Bars," "Under-the-Radar Things to Do in New York City," and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on "Gateway to the New World: the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island," "The American Museum of Natural History," and "What to Eat and Drink in New York City" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island; as well as top attractions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Central Park, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, The High Line, Hudson Yards, and much more. Planning on visiting more of the Northeast? Check out Fodor's Boston, Fodor's Philadelphia, Fodor's Washington DC, and Fodor's New England. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Book Fodor s Virginia And Maryland

Download or read book Fodor s Virginia And Maryland written by John D. Rambow and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides information on accommodations, restaurants, historic sites, recreation, and shopping

Book Fodor s New York City 2015

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2014-08-12
  • ISBN : 0804142556
  • Pages : 963 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2015 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2014-08-12 with total page 963 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fodor’s correspondents highlight the best of New York, including exhilarating sights, world-renowned museums, fabulous boutiques, and tempting restaurants. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it’s your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from the Brooklyn Bridge to Broadway PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on Central Park and Ground Zero VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your trip

Book Fodor s New York City 2024

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publisher : Fodor's Travel
  • Release : 2023-11-28
  • ISBN : 1640976469
  • Pages : 684 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2024 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 684 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to explore the High Line, see a Broadway show, or grab a slice of pizza in Brooklyn, the local Fodor's travel experts in New York City are here to help! Fodor's New York City 2024 guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition travel guide has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's New York City 2024 travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “New York City's Best Art Museums” “Free Things to Do in New York City,” “New York City's Best Cocktail Bars,” “Under-the-Radar Things to Do in New York City,” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “Gateway to the New World: the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island,” “The American Museum of Natural History,” and “What to Eat and Drink in New York City” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island; as well as top attractions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, The High Line, Hudson Yards, and much more. Planning on visiting more of the Northeast? Check out Fodor's Boston, Fodor's Philadelphia, Fodor's Washington DC, and Fodor's New England. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Book Fodor s Philadelphia   The Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Download or read book Fodor s Philadelphia The Pennsylvania Dutch Country written by FODOR'S TRAVEL PUBLICATIONS and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 2005-12-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes hotels, historic sites, museums, events, shopping areas, and night life in Philadelphia, and looks at the highlights of the surrounding area, including Brandywine Valley, Bucks County, Lancaster County, and Valley Forge

Book Chipping Through Time

    Book Details:
  • Author : David C. Schultz
  • Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
  • Release : 2021-02-03
  • ISBN : 1649133502
  • Pages : 152 pages

Download or read book Chipping Through Time written by David C. Schultz and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-03 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chipping Through Time By: David C. Schultz Spend a relaxing day on the golf course teeing off and chatting with some of the most interesting and influential people from history—from Beethoven and George Washington to Ben Hogan, one of the greatest players in the history of the game. A tale particularly relevant in today’s political climate, these celebrities might even offer some fresh perspective on certain contemporary topics!

Book Fodor s Florence  Tuscany and Umbria

Download or read book Fodor s Florence Tuscany and Umbria written by Inc. Fodor's Travel Publications and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy a journey to the forest-rimmed convent where The English Patient was filmed and learn traditional cuisine under cookbook doyenne Lorenza de'Medici. With this completely updated Fodor's guide you can cheer on Palio horsemen from a luxurious room overlooking Siena's square or climb a footpath to Michelangelo's marble quarries and stay overnight at a hiker's hut in the hills. Explore Florence, city of the lily, the city that gave birth to the Renaissance and changed the way we see the world. For centuries its wondrous art has captured the imagination of travellers, and it continues to do so today. This new edition features coverage of the latest local trends and top spots and has a jam-packed 'Smart Travel Tips A-Z' chapter, plus Great Itineraries, Fodor's Choice, and web addresses. In addition, it lists the latest sights and activities and up-to-date options for hotels, restaurants, shopping and nightlife.

Book Fodor s New York City 2011

    Book Details:
  • Author : Maria Teresa Hart
  • Publisher : Fodors Travel Publications
  • Release : 2010-08-24
  • ISBN : 1400004586
  • Pages : 554 pages

Download or read book Fodor s New York City 2011 written by Maria Teresa Hart and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2010-08-24 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes points of interest in New York City, including museums, gardens, zoos, historic sites, and seasonal events, and recommends hotels, restaurants, and nightspots