Frommer's books aren't written by committee or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. Our authors are passionate local experts like Don and Barbara Laine, award-winning journalists who live in New Mexico and love sharing their home state with awed visitors. This insider's take introduces readers to the best and most authentic restaurants, hotels, shops, attractions, and nightlife, providing unique insights into the history, natural wonders, and contemporary culture of this southwestern powerhouse. Most important, the Laines will tell you straight out what's worth your precious vacation time--and what you can skip with no qualms. Inside this light, portable guide you'll find: - A fold-out map along with dozens more maps throughout - Exact pricing, opening hours, and other important details so that there's no guessing or ugly surprises - Smartly conceived itineraries for travelers with varying interests and varying amounts of time to vacation - Star ratings for all hotels, restaurants, and attractions to clue you in on great finds and values - Reliable, impartial reviews of the best shops, restaurants, spas, nightlife, and hotels in all price ranges. No entity has paid to be in this guide--or any Frommer's guide. At Frommer's, we pride ourselves on decades of journalistic integrity. - A look at both New Mexico's fascinating history and its vibrant present - Information on outdoor attractions and activities, from the best hiking trails, ski resorts, and trustworthy outfitters to rewarding adventures via horseback and hot air balloon - Tips for saving money, whether you need to pinch pennies or have room in the budget for a splurge - Large, easy-to-read fonts for quick scanning and light paper to keep the book portable and packable About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

At last, a guide to all of Europe--from budget to deluxe--complete with Frommer's trademark style, accuracy, and easy-to-use format. It includes a wide array of options, from grand hotels to charming and affordable guesthouses, from five-star dining rooms to simple cafes. Maps.

Inspired by the eye-opening events of 9/11, the Asian tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, more and more people are waking up to the value of service – and realizing that their vacation may be the best place to incorporate it into their hectic lives. Even more profoundly, many travelers are deciding that the best way to recharge may not be lying on a beach, but stepping outside of their normal routine to make a difference in the lives of others. The result is an experience that allows travelers to explore a culture in great depth, make new friends, and come home feeling that they have learned and benefited even more than those they have helped. The book will provide a diverse range of volunteer vacations, with most trips easily accomplished within a one or two-week vacation. Following the highly successful format of Frommer’s 500 Places To Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up, chapters will be organized by subject, providing dozens of unique vacation ideas for any traveler: Introduction: How you know if a volunteer vacation is right for you, and what to ask Sharing your knowledge: teaching vacations Animal welfare: surveying wildlife, animal rescue Working with children: orphanages, at-risk youth, street kids Scientific research: archaeology, marine life Healing the environment: conservation work, trail building, tree planting Building better communities: construction projects and manual labor Share the health: AIDS education, working with the disabled, feeding the hungry Teaching through sport: coaching and training Bridging cultures: working with indigenous peoples, historical preservation, music Special events: becoming a festival volunteer Crossing generations: helping seniors Getting political: elections, human rights, refugee relief, community organizing Peace-building: conflict resolution and security Religious service: retreats and faith-based assistance Bringing expertise: opportunities for those with specialized skills Serving your kids: children-friendly trips that will open their eyes to the world

You'll never fall into tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. Doing so is like having a trusted friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. That's because our guidebooks, unlike much of the competition, are written by resident experts--like Brian Kevin, the author of Frommer's Maine Coast, and the managing editor of Down East magazine. In this highly opinionated book, he'll help you sort through the options so you can tailor a vacation that's right for you. Frommer's Maine Coast covers all of the region's highlights--from the best beaches and lobster rolls to the most scenic places to hike, kayak, and sail. The book gives in-depth advice on how to tackle the wondrous Acadia National Park, the foodie scene in Portland, such small-town gems as York Village, Camden, Castine, and more. Our guide proudly contains: * Exact prices for every venue and activity listed, so there's never any guessing or nasty surprises * Detailed maps throughout, plus a handy pullout map * Savvy, hard-hitting reviews of restaurants, hotels, attractions, shopping, and nightlife in all price ranges, from luxe to backpacker-friendly * Helpful suggested itineraries so you can make the most of your vacation time

So, you want to go to Europe? But how could you not? There's something awfully romantic about spending midnight in Paris, watching the lights shine on the famed La Seine. There's something special about hearing the growls and grunts of cars on the vias and around the piazzas of Rome. There's something magical about walking on the streets of London in front of Buckingham Palace as the roads close down for the iconic Changing of the Guard. Europe--rich with history, culture, art, and adventure-- is the ultimate destination for any backpacker from any background. For all the hullabaloo around this small piece of land attached to Asia, the fairytale-like legends that you hear from old men in the park, friends, and parents are, for most part, true stories. Well, maybe all except for that one time Uncle Marty claimed he found an old manuscript of Ulysses on a Dublin pub crawl. Pub crawls and pretentious reading material aside, Europe awaits you. Paraglide in the mountains of Gimmelwald, shimmy your way into the most exclusive clubs of Berlin, or scuba dive between two tectonic plates in Iceland. When in Dubrovnik, find love on Lokrum Island and, in Athens, find your Adonis or Aphrodite. Get blown away by the beat of the Pamplona's Running of the Bulls and cheer on European sports teams in Munich's beer gardens. Europe has been, and will continue to be, the starting point for the adventures of students all around the world. Join the company of your fellow wanderlust-stricken adventure seekers and set your trip apart from the rest. Ready, set, Let's Go!

Fully updated after last year's hurricane damage, Frommer's Caribbean '97 arrives just in time for the winter getaway season. Frommer's rates the beaches, honeymoon resorts, friendliest islands, cuisine, shopping, and more. Hundreds of detailed reviews give readers the candid truth about resorts, inns, hotels, and restaurants. 2-color maps.

From the slick ski resorts of Aspen and Vail to historic mining towns, from steam-train trips to ancient Anasazi dwellings, Colorado has it all. We've rounded up the best of the outdoors: spectacular drives, easy day hikes, dude ranches, scenic campsites, skiing, white-water rafting and more. "Frommer's" has everything you need for the perfect trip to the Rocky Mountain State.

Touring our nation's capital is hassle-free with this sightseeing guide, full of touring tips and suggestions for successful family vacations--plus a hilarious tour of Washington's scandal sites. With excursions to historic Alexandria and Mount Vernon and a shopper's stroll around Georgetown, Frommer's is the only guide you need. Giant foldout map.