Fodor's New York City 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides)

Fodor's New York City 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides)
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Fodor's New York City 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides)
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Author: Fodor's
Edition: Paperback
Published: 2007-08-28
ISBN: 1400017939
Number of pages: 560
Publisher: Fodor's

Book Reviews of Fodor's New York City 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides)

Book Review: Useful but not comprehensive
Summary: 3 Stars

I found this guide slightly cumbersome due to the breadth of information, but what can you expect when covering such a vastly rich expanse such as New York City? I enjoyed the pictorial nuances and especially the "Word of Mouth" section that includes what you might expect: thoughts, recommendations & suggestions from native New Yorkers. These tid-bits are included in various parts of the guide--I thought this was an exceptionally informative touch. The introduction is well written, especially the suggestion on seeing the sights on foot.

As a side note: I have visited New York on many occasions but had never invested in a guide. I would certainly recommend the Fodor's over perhaps Frommer's, but would also caution those to purchase a secondary guide as well. There are a couple of wonderful publications around the superficial premise of "secrets" of New York--these are actually helpful and insightful guides. I'd also recommend: The Best Things to do in New York: 1001 Ideas.

Summary of Fodor's New York City 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides)

New York remains a hot destination—40 million annual visitors (36 from the U.S. alone) can't be wrong. To help them see the best this town has to offer, Fodor's New York City 2008 includes many new browsable and fun features.

• Spreads filled with photographs, maps, and drawings direct readers to the things that make New York unique, including Broadway, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, and Lower East Side nightlife

• Experience New York: Size up what to do quickly with snapshot descriptions of the top attractions, coolest restaurants and shops, and great walks

• Neighborhoods: Photo-rich profiles of the city's major neighborhoods include a detailed map, tips for visiting, where to get a quick bite, fun things to do, and lists of area sights, restaurants, and hotels

• Tip boxes for saving money and time

• 16-page color insert and full-color pullout maps of the city and the subway

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