Highlights vacation spots in Florida and provides information on accommodatio dining, shopping, attractions, and nightlife.

A selection of the best in travel writing, with both fiction and non-fiction presented together, this companion is for all those who like travelling, like to think about travelling, and who take an interest in their destination. It covers guidebooks as well as books about food, history, art and architecture, religion, outdoor activities, illustrated books, autobiographies, biographies and fiction and lists books both in and out of print. Anderson's Travel Companion is arranged first by continent, then alphabetically by country and then by subject, cross-referenced where necessary. There is a separate section for guidebooks and comprehensive indexes. Sarah Anderson founded the Travel Bookshop in 1979 and is also a journalist and writer on travel subjects. She is known by well-known travel writers such as Michael Palin and Colin Thubron. Michael Palin chose her bookshop as his favourite shop and Colin Thubron and Geoffrey Moorhouse, among others, made suggestions for titles to include in the Travel Companion.

Frommer's covers all the sights in England that draw millions of tourists each year--in London, Oxford, Stratford, and the countryside. Includes recommendations for hotels, B&Bs, and historic pubs with detailed, up-to-date descriptions. Prices given in British pounds and US currency. Maps.

A new "Best of Switzerland" section points out the top ski areas, the most dramatic driving tours, the most popular outdoor activities, the best hotels and restaurants, and the most intriguing sights. An "Active Vacation Planner" helps travelers plan a sports-oriented trip--with or without an outfitter. Sidebars include Swiss legends, information on shopping, and more.

Frommer shows travelers the finest France has to offer--from the glories of Paris to the charming towns of Provence. Completely up-to-date, this guide helps visitors plan their journey, choose an itinerary, find the top hotels and restaurants, and get the best value for their money. Maps.

Frommer's takes travelers to the ancient monuments of Rome, the Renaissance treasures of Florence, and much more. Maps, index and glossary.

In the wake of Miami Vice, this city continues to grow as a vacation mecca and domestic hub for Latin American business.

Millions of visitors flock to Washington DC., each year to explore the grand government buildings and the monuments and memorials of the nation's capital. Frommer's helps citizens budget their time and money better than a congressional representative and to choose among Washington's many attractions.

Each of the Frommer guides are packed with reliable, money-saving advice that travellers will find invaluable - whether they're travelling on a shoestring or staying at the Ritz. The detailed pre-trip planning information includes transportation advice, suggested itineraries and a calendar of special events. Exact prices, not vague price ranges, let readers carefully plan their daily budgets. or car - as well as information on British customs allowances, UK embassy locations and a currency chart that compares the British pound to the local currency is included.