best places to stay, eat, shop, and see. Thats why, for 70 years, sophisticated travelers choose Fodors.  (less)

a dozen travel guides. In 1994 he conceived of and developediFodor's Gay Guide to the USA/i, the first edition which published in 1996. He's worked as an editor or writer on more than 100 travel books and Collins writes a syndicated weekly travel column called "Out of Town," which appears on several Web sites, as well as in gay and lesbian newspapers nationwide. Presently he divides his time between New Mexico, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, and logs more than 40,000 miles annually driving across North America.brbrbrWhether you're headed for a circuit party or on a business trip, Fodor's Gay Guide to the USA is the ultimate source for what's where and what's gay. Written by gay-travel expert Andrew Collins, this completely updated and expanded editioni/icovers more than 150 destinations throughout the U.S. and Canada--double the number in the last edition! Hot new destinations include the Hamptons, NY; Santa Barbara, CA; Telluride, CO; Asheville, NC; Park City, UT; Galveston, TX; Providence, RI; the San Juan Islands, WA; and the Canadian cities of Toronto, Quebec, Montreal, Vancouver and Victoria.brEach destination includes a lively overview,iThe Lay of the Land/i(a rundown of cool neighborhoods and intriguing attractions);iEats/i(from full-service restaurants to all-night diners to bohemian coffeehouses);iScenes/i(where to party, both for women and men);iSleeps/i(from luxury hotels to affordable B&Bs to clothing-optional resorts);i/iandiThe Little Black Book/i(a directory of tourism offices, community centers, newspapers, bookstores, gyms, etc.). Throughout the book more than 50 helpful maps pinpoint restaurants and bars in major cities.brbrbiFodor's Gay Guide t?Р (less)

Information (8) Four- and Five-Star Establishments in Florida (9) Florida (10) IndexBR/DIVDIVFood & Wine magazine has given Mobil Travel Guide's Regional Planners an A+ for Usefulness, making the top grade over both Fodor's and Frommers versions.br-- Food & WinebrbrOverall, these guides are the winners in this group, combining attractive maps and graphics, comprehensive listings and a few suggestions for itineraries.br-- Joseph Siano, New York TimesbrbrMobil, the guidebook publisher oversees what many consider the Oscars of the travel industry.br-- Gene Sloan, USA Todaybr/divDIVSince its founding,bMobil Travel Guide/bpublications have provided travelers with recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and places to visit based on an objective inspection process and the Mobil One- to Five-Star rating system - one of the oldest and most respected programs in North America. The Mobil Corporation (known as ExxonMobil Corporation since a 1999 merger) began producing the Mobil Travel Guide books in 1958 and ever since has served as a trusted advocate for travelersbr/divDIVMandarin Oriental, Miami, FloridabrWith its secluded waterfront location, award-winning spa, and soothing interior design, it is clear that serenity is paramount at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami. While close to downtown, Coconut Grove, and South Beach, the Mandarin Oriental enjoys a peaceful spot on Brickell Key, a 44-acre island overlooking Biscayne Bay. Two-story floor-to-ceiling windows showcase waterfront views in the vibrant lobby, while the rooms and suites are blissfully tranquil. Bathed in the glorious Miami sunlight, the rooms highlight contemporary Asian-influenced design with bamboo hardwood floors, simple furnishing@By™™™™šÿ¾Û€  (less)

of Bermuda/bbr"Bermuda's Hidden Landscapes," by William G. Schellerbr"America's Rebel Colonies and Bermuda: Getting a Bang for Their Buckwheat," by William Zuillbr"Off Bermuda's Beaten Track," by Ben DavidsonbrBermuda at a Glance: A ChronologybrBooks and VideosbrbIndex/bbrbMaps and Charts/bbDestination: Bermuda/bbrbrBasking in the Atlantic, 508 mi due east of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, Bermuda is one of the wealthiest countries in the world -- average per capita income is $20,000. Bermuda has no income tax, no sales tax, no slums, no unemployment, and no major crime problem. Don't come to Bermuda expecting a tropical paradise where laid-back locals wander around barefoot drinking piña coladas. On Bermuda's 22 square mi, you will find neither towering mountains, glorious rain forests, nor exotic volcanoes. Instead, pastel cottages, quaint shops, and manicured gardens betray a more staid, suburban way of life. A British diplomat once said, "Bermuda is terribly middle-aged" -- and in many ways he was right. Most of the island is residential, the speed limit is 20 mph (although everyone goes much faster), golf and tennis are popular pastimes, most visitors are over 40 years old, restaurants and shops are expensive, and casual attire in public is frowned upon. Bermudians speak the Queen's English in the Queen's own accent. White Bermudians, in particular, have striven to create a midd?Р (less)

Information (8) Four- and Five-Star Establishments in Canada (9) Canada (10) Alberta (11) Side Trip: Glacier National Park, Montana (12) British Columbia (13) Side Trip: Seattle, Washington (14) Manitoba (15) Side Trip: Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota (16) New Brunswick (17) Newfoundland and Labrador (18) Northwest Territories (19) Nova Scotia (20) Nunavut (21) Ontario (22) Side Trip: Buffalo, New York (23) Side Trip: Niagara Falls, New York (24) Prince Edward Island (25) Quebec (26) Saskatchewan (27) Yukon Territory (28) IndexBR/DIVDIVFood & Wine magazine has given Mobil Travel Guide's Regional Planners an A+ for Usefulness, making the top grade over both Fodor's and Frommers versions.BR-- Food & WineBRBROverall, these guides are the winners in this group, combining attractive maps and graphics, comprehensive listings and a few suggestions for itineraries.BR-- Joseph Siano, New York TimesBRBRMobil, the guidebook publisher oversees what many consider the Oscars of the travel industry.BR-- Gene Sloan, USA TodayBR/DIVDIVSince its founding,BMobil Travel Guide/Bpublications have provided travelers with recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and places to visit based on an objective inspection process and the Mobil One- to Five-Star rating system - one of the oldest and most respected programs in North America. The Mobil Corporation (known as ExxonMobil Corporation since a 1999 merger) began producing the Mobil Travel Guide books in 1958 and ever since has served as a trusted advocate for travelersBR/DIVDIVSCARAMOUCHE- TORONTO, ONTARIObrUp on a hillside overlooking the dazzling downtown lights, Scaramouche is the perfect hideaway for falling in love with food (or your dining companion).?Р (less)

Online Information (8) Four- and Five-Star Establishments in the Coastal Southeast (9) America's Byways™ Series (10) Georgia (11) Side Trips: Birmingham, AL (12) Side Trips: Montgomery, AL (13) Side Trips: Amerlia Island, FL (14) Side Trips: Jacksonville, FL (15) Side Trips: Tallahassee, FL (16) North Carolina (17) Side Trips: Hampton, VA (18) Side Trips: Newport News, VA (19) Side Trips: Norfolk, VA (20) Side Trips: Richmond, VA (21) Side Trips: Virginia Beach, VA (22) South Carolina (23) IndexBR/DIVDIVFood & Wine magazine has given Mobil Travel Guide's Regional Planners an A+ for Usefulness, making the top grade over both Fodor's and Frommers versions.BR-- Food & WineBRBROverall, these guides are the winners in this group, combining attractive maps and graphics, comprehensive listings and a few suggestions for itineraries.BR-- Joseph Siano, New York TimesBRBRMobil, the guidebook publisher oversees what many consider the Oscars of the travel industry.BR-- Gene Sloan, USA TodayBR/DIVDIVSince its founding,bMobil Travel Guide/bpublications have provided travelers with recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and places to visit based on an objective inspection process and the Mobil One- to Five-Star rating system - one of the oldest and most respected programs in North America. The Mobil Corporation (known as ExxonMobil Corporation since a 1999 merger) began producing the Mobil Travel Guide books in 1958 and ever since has served as a trusted advocate for travelersbr/divDIVThe Four Seasons Hotel, AtlantabrThe Four Seasons Hotel is Atlanta's premier address. This Neoclassical granite tower reigns over Midtown, where world-class culture, flourishing businesses, and enticing stores?Р (less)

a dozen travel guides. In 1994 he conceived of and developedbFodor's Gay Guide to the USA/b, the first edition which published in 1996. He's worked as an editor or writer on more than 100 travel books and Collins writes a syndicated weekly travel column called "Out of Town," which appears on several Web sites, as well as in gay and lesbian newspapers nationwide. Presently he divides his time between New Mexico, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, and logs more than 40,000 miles annually driving across North America.This charmingly funny, self-deprecating resumé of an ordinary man’s career to date and current life in the celebrity bear pit is penned by the author of theiSunday Times/i-bestsellingbWhere Did It All Go Right/b?  (less)

and coverage of sights both on and off the beaten path. UNIQUE FEATURES Color highlights, suggested itineraries and other new features lift this book above the competition. We offer more maps, with more keyed sites and detail than the competition. The Culture chapter and boxed texts written by experts round out the overall opinionated, insightful coverage in this guide. SIGNIFICANT CHANGES This edition narrows the focus to only Argentina and the most common side trips to Uruguay, Paraguay and Chile. (Uruguay and Paraguay are not nearly as popular as Argentina, so comprehensive coverage of those countries in previous editions just bloated the book). It's now a portable 520 pages, down from 744. WHY SHOULD SOMEONE BUY OUR GUIDE? All our authors are top-notch and have traveled extensively in Argentina. Thorough, humor-infused reviews reflect insider knowledge more than any other guide. According to US Bookscan, main competition saleswise is Frommer's Argentina & Chile, but this could be because it's a combined Chile guide. Fodors, Rough Guide and Footprint don't sell as well as LP. WHY DO PEOPLE VISIT ARGENTINA? North Americans, South Americans and Europeans are flocking to Argentina to take advantage of extremely low prices (about one-third what they were in 2000); Argentina is currently one of the best travel bargains around. While considered somewhat unsafe for travel after the collapse in 2001, Argentina has become more stable in the past year, making travel much safer. Because of the strong European influence (especially noticeable in the capital, Buenos Aires), good infrastructure and the prevalence of English speakers, Argentina is a great starting point for South America first-timers. People often come to see the natural attractions and the country's diverse geography - glaciers and crystal lakes in desolate Patagonia, massive Iguazú Falls, painted deserts of the northern Andes, lush forests, beaches and unique wildlife. There are plenty of outdoor activities (soccer, skiing, hiking and more) and lots of opportunities for adventure travelers here. Buenos Aires is called the 'Paris of South America' for its cafe culture, French-style architecture and sophistication (eg, lots of well-coifed residents). The nightlife is hopping in this city, and it's now one of the most popular gay destinations in South America. TRAVEL STATS International visitor arrivals are increasing (by 18% in 2003) as relative political and economic stability improves. Argentina gets about 3.5 million foreign tourists a year, but official forecasts expect the number of foreign visitors to reach 10 million by 2010. DID YOU KNOW? Prices plummeted immediately after the la"  (less)