The Rough Guide to the USA (Travel Guide with Free eBook)

The Rough Guide to the USA (Travel Guide with Free eBook) Synopsis

Practical travel guide to the USA with a free eBook featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in the USA. The Rough Guide to the USA also includes details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in the USA, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to the USA covers: New York City, The Mid-Atlantic, New England, The Great Lakes, The Capital Region, The South, Florida, Louisiana, Texas, The Great Plains, The Rockies, The Southwest, California, The Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Hawaii. Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to the USA, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Yellowstone National Park to family activities in child-friendly places, like San Francisco or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the National Mall. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including the USA entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of the USA give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for visiting world-class museums, restaurants and shops or exploring hiking trails. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Las Vegas, New York, Miami, Orlando's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to the USA, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in the USA, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into the USA, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Crater Lake National Park and the spectacular Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in New England, The Southwest and many more locations in the USA, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

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