Fodor's Spain 2006 (Fodor's Gold Guides) [Paperback]

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Publication Date: November 1, 2005 | Series: Fodor's Gold Guides

Wander inside a 12th-century cathedral in an ancient Pyrenean town, see the paintings Picasso gave to his family, celebrate a star chef's take on Basque classics, or map out your own tapas-bar hunt—Fodor's Spain 2006 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 832 pages
• Publisher: Fodor's; Revised edition (November 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1400015596
• ISBN-13: 978-1400015597
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,143,954 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Thorough reference book, October 31, 2006

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HB (New York, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fodor's Spain 2006 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

Fodor's Spain 2006 is very useful as a reference book. For planning the trip I wouldn't rely on it alone however. It is best used in conjunction with a guide planning book such as Rick Steve's Spain 2006.

4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive book about Spain, April 21, 2008

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Reader "cvrcak1" (Boca Raton, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fodor's Spain 2006 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

I have used this book during my 2008 travel to Andalucia. This is probably the most comprehensive book about cities to visit in Spain. Although I have used it in 2008, I found book to be up to date on everything. The shortcoming of the book is that it has no pictures, which is unfortunate considering how beautiful Spain is. In Andalucia, mosty hotels will be able to organize the tours for you or give you maps of the city, but for the history of the place, you will have to rely on this book. Most comprehensive writings about cultural places, hotels and restaurants of all travel book on Spain I have found so far. Have a fun and safe trip!

3.0 out of 5 stars Better than earlier editions, February 22, 2006

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This review is from: Fodor's Spain 2006 (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

This 2006 version is arranged excellently and gives a lot of very detailed information. Like Rick Steves' book, it could use a better index. The Fodor choices are directed more toward the well-heeled traveler and seem to not go to the inexpensive places to stay or eat that must be out there. When we get back we will know for sure.