The 100 Best series introduces readers to the very finest in travel experiences and accommodations and lets them decide for themselves which best suits their needs and interests. This selective guide describes the 100 most desirable all-inclusive resorts throughout the world.

Like having a honeymoon travel specialist at your beck and call, this guide provides reliable advice on the world's best resorts, hotels, and inns for newlyweds--from lavish escapes in English castles to budget- minded Caribbean jaunts. Color photos.

Gorgeous surroundings, congenial gathering places, articulate instructors, challenging terrain, and professional management--all these and more make for a terrific ski (or snowboard) experience. But where to go? In 100 Best Ski Resorts of the World, author Gerry Wingenbach does a great job at giving an array of appealing options. He describes in evocative detail each location's essential elements that will ensure a memorable vacation for beginner and expert alike. Complete practical information allows for quick reference and easy planning; fascinating historical tidbits and personality profiles give added insight to the character and tone of each locale. There are even suggestions for the non-skiier in the party. With information on ski schools, snowfall, and nearby attractions, this guide will lead readers straight from the armchair to the slopes. Each listing includes: *Detailed description as to the resort's character and tone *All basic statistics, such as acreage, vertical drop, elevation, and number of lifts, runs, trails, valleys, and ski areas *Expert evaluation of range of difficulty *Assessment of annual snowfall, snowmaking, and instruction *Information on other winter activities, including snowboarding, luge, and ice skating *"Best Bets" lists of the choice runs for beginners, intermediates, advanced, and expert skiiers; lunch options; what to do off the slopes; and the best places to stay *Essential telephone and fax numbers, street and e-mail addresses, websites, and the easiest way to get there

Today there are more than 500 resorts worldwide offering pay-one-price-for-all packages custom-made for couples, families, and solo travelers who want the most for their vacation money. The authors have traveled from New York to Katmandu to bring readers the 100 best. Illustrations.

Written for the traveler who needs information beyond what is provided in a general guidebook, Travel Resources: An Annotated Guide introduces the reader to comprehensive and specialized travel literature and resources. In this book, author Stephen Walker offers practical and accessible direction for anyone seeking detailed and valuable information on travel, while also instructing readers in ways to find information that may not be included in this guide. Organized by topic, each topic begins with information that is useful to new travelers so that anyone can begin with any topic without any previous knowledge of it. However, the book also goes further so as to provide information useful to the seasoned traveler. The wide variety of topics related to travel provide many new and possibly overlooked opportunities, even for veteran travelers, and the works included have been selected because of the depth with which each treats its subject matter, in order to ensure that each resource is of the quality that today's traveler demands.

This new Cruise Guide contains details of cruise experience, from onboard atmosphere to itinerary, port information, description of cabins, amenities, dining, entertainment, and activities.

This essential guide for today’s traveler features timesaving tips for planning, booking, and troubleshoot your trip—on and off the Web. If you’ve ever tried to find a sale fare you saw advertised for a flight, only to turn up much higher prices, or discovered that the hotel you booked wasn’t exactly “steps away from the ocean,” you know that the do-it-yourself era of travel can mean something else entirely: you’re on your own. Now travel reporter and New York Times contributor Susan Stellin helps readers navigate the sometimes overwhelming logistics of travel, from researching trip plans to avoiding pitfalls on the road. This comprehensive guidebook presents practical advice on the most useful Web sites, strategies for finding the best deals, and resources to help you decide where and when to go. It also provides crucial tips to ensure your trip doesn’t disappoint, including: What to research before booking a hotel How to avoid hidden fees and expensive penalties What your credit card covers when you rent a car Whom to call if you need a doctor far from home And much more!