Fodor's San Francisco 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides) [Paperback]

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Book Description

Publication Date: October 2, 2007 | Series: Fodor's Gold Guides

San Francisco is getting hotter and hotter---and Fodor’s totally revamped San Francisco 2008 keeps the pace. Dynamic, easy-to-use new features such as highlighted tips, fresh maps, and snappy orientation spreads give readers the inside track.

• Magazine-style illustrated features on sightseeing favorites including Chinatown, Alcatraz, and cable cars, and local scenes such as restaurants and the wine country
• “Experience San Francisco” introduction spotlights the city’s best bets and don’t-miss experiences
• Separate “neighborhoods” chapters point readers to area restaurants and shops along with the sights
• Locator maps and how-to planners to help visitors prioritize their activities
• Tips from expert local writers help readers save money and beat the crowds
• Coverage of the most popular day trips to Marin County and the East Bay
• Reorganized dining and lodging chapters make it easy to find the perfect hotel or restaurant
• Fun, opinionated sidebars on the local buzz: the best Mexican and Asian food, the cocktail scene, cool coffee shops
• Inspiring, eye-catching photos throughout

Editorial Reviews

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"In terms of comprehensiveness of coverage, the very accessible format, and the enthusiastic tone, this series remains one of the best on the market." –Booklist
 
"Fodor's super-informative guidebooks are known for accuracy and attention to detail…" –The Sacramento Bee
 
"The Fodor's guides are notable for their ratings of sights, restaurants, shops, accommodations and attractions." –Chicago Tribune
 
"The great detail, infectious spirit, and attractive format are distinguishing traits of these guides, which are entries in one of the top series in the business." –Booklist
 
"Fodor's can help you plan the perfect adventure" –The Arizona Republic
 
"Always thoughtfully written and easily readable, Fodor's travel guides have become a must-have when traveling to unfamiliar destinations" –Mid South Magazine
 
"Widely recognized as the gold standard of mainstream travel" –Honolulu Advertiser

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: Fodor's; Pap/Map edition (October 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1400018072
• ISBN-13: 978-1400018079
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,260,257 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3.0 out of 5 stars a great all-in-one, December 13, 2011

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Johnny C - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fodor's San Francisco 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

This guidebook provided all the information I could want for my family trip to San Francisco. We visited Alcatraz, Fisherman's Wharf, and a Giants game. I would definitely buy a Fodor's guide for my next trip.

4.0 out of 5 stars fodors guide to San Francisco, January 9, 2009

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Juliet Y. Pavelka - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fodor's San Francisco 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

This was an excellent reference guide to help you explore the city, used extensively for my trip to San Francisco in May

5 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SFO, never been so easy to organize a vacation trip...., February 17, 2008

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Paola Granados (Costa Rica) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fodor's San Francisco 2008 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

When I receive the fodor's (Los angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas) I ordered month ago, I honestly didn't expercted to be so good, it has been an incredible help when planning my next vacations. Thanks for been such as good tool for us (internet buyers). Pao