Econoguide '00 Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood: And Other Major Southern California Attractions (Econoguides, 2000) [Paperback]

Corey Sandler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1999 | Series: Econoguides, 2000

Updated and expanded for 1999, "Econoguide '99 - Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Other Major Southern California Attractions" is the money-savvy vacationer's guide. You'll get hundreds of insider tips on stretching your travel dollar with money-saving advice on how to get there (affordable airline tickets on the best flights), where to stay (the best deals at official and unofficial hotels), and when to go (surefire ways to avoid those crowds). "Econoguide '99" also contains an exclusive coupon section for discounts on admission tickets, car rentals, restaurants, hotels, and more. In addition, several chapters detail Southern California's major attractions and provide Econoguide-recommended "Power Trips" - step-by-step daily itineraries that show you how to make the most of your day without losing your patience or your life savings.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Econoguide Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood 2003 is the savvy vacationer's guide to Southern California's legendary entertainment destinations. Bursting with expert advice and comprehensive information, this guide will help you get the most for your time and money - no matter what your budget. Learn how to cut costs - without cutting corners - at restaurants, area attractions, and on accommodations. You'll also get the scoop on Six Flags California, Knott's Berry Farm, movie and television studios, beaches, zoos, and much more.
Packed with money-saving tips and a wealth of insider information, this Econoguide gives you the lowdown on how to get there, when to go, and where to stay to make the most of your time.
Look inside for: secrets to getting the lowest fares and rates for airline tickets and rooms; tips for keeping kids safe and happy in the parks; "Power Trips" - step-by-step daily itineraries that help avoid the crowds; thorough, up-to-date information on all major rides; maps and directions.
No matter what your budget, don't plan a trip to Disneyland or any of Southern California's attractions without this indispensable guide.

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Corey Sandler is the author of more than 160 books on travel and other topics. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 290 pages
• Publisher: Contemporary Books (October 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0809226502
• ISBN-13: 978-0809226504
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,850,825 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Corey Sandler is the author of more than 100 books on history, travel, computer, and business topics with more than two million copies in print. He has appeared on NBC's "Today Show" and National Public Radio, and has been profiled on CNN.

His fascination with the mystery of the life and death of Henry Hudson took him on a year-long, 25,000-mile journey to England, the North Pole, and deep into Canadian wilderness areas accessible only by boat or bush plane. His book, "Henry Hudson Dreams and Obsession" retraces the four known voyages of the Age of Exploration's least-known adventurer.

He is co-author, with Red Sox broadcaster and former star second baseman Jerry Remy, of "Watching Baseball."

Earlier in his career, his experience as a reporter for the Associated Press and Gannett Newspapers made him one of the pioneers of computer journalism. He was the first Executive Editor of "PC Magazine".

He turned his passion for travel into the "Econoguide Travel Book" series.

His websites:
www.hudsondreams.com

www.econoguide.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Just a little improvment, January 15, 2000

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THEODORE J DORNIN (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Econoguide '99 : Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood : And Other Major Southern California Attractions (Econoguide Series) (Paperback)

The only improvement that could be made is the coupons in the back of the book could have expiration dates a little later in the following year. I purchased this book in January of 2000 for a trip in Febuary and the coupons touted as saving up to $1000 expired in December of 1999. Other than that the book is very eazy to understand and will be very useful in our upcoming trip.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great guide for your vacation!!, April 4, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Econoguide '98 Disney Land, Universal Studios Hollywood: And Other Major Southern California Attractions (Serial) (Paperback)

I think this book is great for fun family vacations. I have used it myself. My family had the best time. We knew where everything was and how to find it. This guide is easy to read and gives great directions. It shows maps great detailed maps of anywhere you want to go. Buy this book. Your family and you will have the best time!

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Econoguide by Corey Sandler, July 18, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Econoguide(R) 2001 Walt Disney World(R), Universal Orlando(R) (Paperback)

This is the best guide I have come across for Walt Disney World and the Orlando area. I had purchased several different books in 1999 when we took our first trip. I am purchasing this book again for our upcoming trip. Each park and it's attractions are covered in detail with helpful Power Trip info that helps make the most of your time. In addtion there are several other Orlando attractions that are covered in this book with detail covering Universal's parks and Sea World.

The book also reviews many hotels including Disney's, critiquing each in detail. Includes pricing and some of the ameneties, tips on the best times to travel to Orlando in relation to crowds, weather, and how to negotiate the best packages and pricing.

The candidness of the author and reviewers of the parks contained within this book are remarkable and really helped us plan our trip using our limited time to the best of our advantage.

I highly recommend this book as one to use to plan your Orlando vacation.