Museums category: 1997 books

Located along the northeastern border of Spain, the Costa Brava first rose to prominence as a tourist destination during the 1950s. The name means “rugged coast” in Spanish and the craggy rock formations on its distinctive coastline could well have been sketched by one of the artists who call...

Dubai is a shining golden city set on the Persian Gulf.  What began as a small fishing village has become an oasis in the desert. Dubai is one of the world’s fastest growing cities especially in the tourist and trade sectors. Whether you are looking for history and culture, fabulous shopping,...

Seville is one of Spain’s most impressive cities. The city’s Moorish past is evident in its historic architecture and the city had a rich culture even before the Moors invaded 800 years ago.  Seville has a world famous cathedral, a colourful harbor and a music-filled nightlife. Its often-perfect...

The Ocala National Forest, founded on November 24, 1908, by Pres. Theodore Roosevelt, is the oldest national forest in the eastern continental United States. The forest is one of Central Florida�s last remaining expanses of forested lands with magnificent palms, towering live oaks, and the largest...

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when visiting the island city of Venice. Following the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore Venice's most important landmarks and cruise the Grand Canal for a close-up look at the elegant palaces, bridges, and churches....

Written by locals, Fodor's Essential Italy annual travel guidebook offers expert advice and insider tips for all tastes and budgets. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease and make the most out of their visit to Italy. Join Fodor’s...

Smart Guide: Rome & Lazio is packed with advice and tips that will help newcomers and veteran travelers get the most from their visit to the Eternal City. The guide also includes dozens of fascinating locations in Northern and Southern Lazio that are off the beaten tourist path. Enjoy the journey. Smart...

The guide provides easy access to sight, shopping, entertainment, food, accommodation and practical information that makes a trip memorable. Smart Guide is the first independent travel publisher to offer digital guides to all of Italy's regions. We also operate a convenient online accommodation...

From the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to the hills and hippies of Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco is one of America’s most beautiful cities. The city by the bay attracts millions of visitors annually and lies at the cultural heart of California’s Bay Area (which has a population of seven million)....

Salty air and the promise of adventure: answer the call of the ocean with Moon North Carolina Coast. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries, from a weekend getaway to the Outer Banks to a week covering the whole coast, designed for beach bums, outdoor adventurers, history buffs, families,...

  Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Jacksonville, Florida. Jacksonville is situated on the Atlantic coast of northeast Florida. It has the misleading distinction of being the most populous city in the state as measured by the number of residents within the city...

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to all the best things to do in the Lake District, packed with photos and maps, insider tips, and useful advice. Top 10 lists showcase the best places to visit in the region, from Kendal to Windermere. Seven easy-to-follow itineraries explore the most interesting...

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. From the Panhandle's white sandy beaches to Walt Disney World and the Space Coast to hip Miami with its trendy hotels, dining and nightlife, Florida's attractions, along...

  Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Sydney, Australia.