guidebooks

Presents area-by-area information for travelers to Washington, D.C., including details on its history, landscape, sights to see, things to do, lodgings, and restaurants, and provides color photos, maps, and cutaway illustrations of significant architecture.

A guide to visiting Washington, D.C., providing background on the city, describing the attractions of various neighborhoods, and including listings of places to shop, eat, and stay.

A guide to visiting Washington, D.C., with tips on getting around, detailed maps, recommendations on places to stay, eat, and shop, information on cultural attractions, and ideas for family-friendly activities.

A guide to Portugal and its island regions, Madeira and the Azores, outlines their culture and history, offers profiles of the major cities, describes sightseeing attractions, and recommends hotels and restaurants.

Presents a travel guide to Costa Rica, describing its noteworthy sites, region by region, and including information on restaurants, accommodations, beaches, national parks, wildlife, and more.

"You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Spain. In this guide, you'll find an inviting mix of exciting cities and cozy towns. Explore the lively cities of Madrid, Barcelona, and Sevilla, and follow the Route of the White Hill Towns in Andaluc??a's sun-drenched countryside. Experience the works of the great mastersfrom El Greco to Picasso to Dal??and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Self-guided walks lead you through the castles, cathedrals, and villages of this ancient but modern land. End your day with a glass of Rioja wine and a plate of tapasthen join the locals for an evening of flamenco. Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket,"--Baker & Taylor.

Highlights attractions, nightlife, shopping, accommodations, and restaurants in Chile, and provides information on unique outdoor experiences, wineries, and visiting Patagonia and Easter Island.