Fodor's New Zealand (Full-color Travel Guide)

By Fodor's Travel Publications Inc.

Book Overview

India is a country of vibrant and enticing contrasts: exquisite palaces are juxtaposed against simple temples, and modern high-tech industry coexists with ancient customs and rituals. There's much to see and do in this vast and geographically diverse country, and Fodor's Essential India covers the must-see sights better than anyone else. -EXPANDED COVERAGE: India is changing rapidly, and this guide includes the best new hotels, restaurants, and more in its vibrant cities and stunning countryside, from Delhi and Rajasthan to Mumbai, Kerala and Goa. New to this edition is a chapter on the vibrant city of Kolkata (Calcutta), in northeastern India, known as the intellectual and artistic capital of the country. -ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Full-color, illustrated features on the iconic Taj Mahal, the holy city of Varanasi on the Ganges, and the amazing cave temples at Ajanta and Ellora give travelers a deeper understanding of these historic sites. The "Portrait of India" chapter, with illustrated sections on modern society, religion, food, dance, music, and shopping, provides insight into contemporary Indian life as well as the past. -INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: A full-color, 12-page feature on getting around India includes indispensible information on buses, trains, taxis, and rickshaws, along with tipping information and an easy-to-use "Travel Times Chart." "Great Itineraries" cover the Golden Triangle (Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra) and various add-ones, making trip-planning easy. Each chapter contains "Top Reasons" to go, a spotlight on regional cuisine, and regional planning and transportation advice. -DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Essential India 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. -COVERAGE INCLUDES: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, Kolkata, and more. -ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's travel guide is researched and written by local experts.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0307928403
• ISBN13: 9780307928405
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Fodor's
• Length: 688 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 1.0" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

Very good detailed book on New Zealand

This book has a lot of information. It is too big to carry with you while walking around but a good reference to keep in the hotel room.

Excellent information on New Zealand

This has been an excellent source of information for my friends and me. We are going to New Zealand next year and know nothing of the country. Since we are planning on visiting wineries, we were happy to find enough on the subject to start planning which ones are "musts" to see.

Great Guide

Very informative book. Appears to have been well-researched. Lots of specific information. Looking forward to following this guide to New Zealand.

Fodor's New Zealand 2006

Full of great information! The one thing it lacks is detailed maps of areas covered in the chapters. Considering that, it is still a great buy!

good overall

i used this book on a recent trip to new zealand, and for the most part it was great. my one complaint was with a restaurant recommended by the book in auckland that turned out to cater to large tour groups and served expensive sub-standard food. but on the otherhand, another restaurant recommended (joe's garage in queenstown) turned out to be a highlight of the trip. so, as with all guidebooks, i think the information has to be taken with a grain of salt and it's better to get a second local opinion. the maps and general local information were very helpful for navigation and for deciding what to do each day. worth it overall.