AAA Spiral Guides New York

By Daniel Mangin and The American Automobile Association

Book Overview

Innovative and unique, the AAA Spiral Guides combine cutting-edge design, a thoroughly market-tested approach, and the enormous trustworthiness of the American Automobile Association -- the nation's largest travel organization. These pocket-sized guides have special, lay-flat spiral bindings and are full-color throughout; each is easily portable and designed for on-the-spot travel reference.With information on everything from sightseeing to the best in dining and entertainment, the AAA Spiral Guides are written by expert authors who have conducted extensive research on popular destinations. Each AAA Spiral Guide features: -- Wire-o-binding that lays flat and fits easily in a pocket or purse-- Locator maps on inside covers, divided into color-coded zones-- The Zone Approach: cities and countries are divided into distinct, color-coded geographical zones which include: -- An innovative Magazine section with original, engaging articles and photographs that highlight the destination's culture and history-- In a Day, a one-day itinerary, constructed to allow visitors to get the most from brief visits-- 3-4 Star attractions -- those sights that should not be missed-- At Your Leisure places to visit if time permits-- Where to...' compiled by local experts, recommendations for restaurants, shops, and lodging

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1562516744
• ISBN13: 9781562516741
• Release Date: January 1955
• Publisher: AAA
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.8" x 5.0"

Customer Reviews

1st Time NYC Visitor? Don't leave home without this!

We visited NYC for the first time in April 2007. Bought the book before we left and read through it. I was still a little wary of what the city would be like but once we got there, I found out the book was even more valuable that I originally thought. The maps are excellent and right on. Subway maps are easy to read. I actually tabbed the book with different things I wanted to see each day we were there. Very helpful. I would have been going around in circles without this guide. Don't visit NYC without this book!

A good guide to tote in your backpack

As noted in another review, this is not the most comprehensive of guidebooks, but that can be an advantage when carrying it in your backpack while touring the city! It has very good maps of Manhattan and pretty much just covers what most tourists will want to see. I found it to be very useful.

Convience and easy for 1st time NYC visitor

As a first time visitor, i think this book provides me sufficient infomation about the public transportation system. One very good thing is that the book divides the city into four sections. Then it suggests one day itenary for each section so you can finish visiting each section in one day. It also suggests some walking tour if visitors have more time to spend in the city.The only thing i don't like is that it doesn't list enough hotel for visitors to chose from. It would be nicer if it has a more extensive index for hotels and restaurants.