Frommer's Alaska 2000 [Paperback]

Charles P. Wohlforth (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 2000 | Series: Frommer's Alaska, 2000

Life is short. Vacations are shorter. Relax! Trust your trip to Frommer's. Choose the Only Guide That Gives You:

• Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget.
• The latest, most reliable information—completely updated every year!
• Lots of easy-to-read color maps.
• The widest and best selection of hotels and restaurants in every price range, with candid, in-depth reviews.
• All the practical details you need to make the most of your time and money.
• One-of-a-kind experiences and undiscovered gems, plus a new take on all the top attractions.
• Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.
• A fresh, personal approach that puts the fun and excitement back into travel!

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About the Author

About the Author Charles P. Wohlforth is a lifelong Alaskan who has been a writer and journalist since 1986. After graduating from Princeton University, he worked as a newspaper reporter in the small town of Homer, Alaska, and then for the Anchorage Daily News, where he covered the Exxon Valdez oil spill. In 1992, Wohlforth went on his own as a freelance writer for various regional and national magazines and as the author of books such as this one. His Frommer's Family Vacations in the National Parks covers parks all over the United States based on insights from the Wohlforth family's own camping experiences. Wholforth lives in Anchorage with his wife, Barbara, sons Robin and Joseph, and daughter, Julia. Cruise chapter: introductory comments by Matt Hannafin and Charles Wohlforth; cruise-planning information and big-ship reviews excerpted from Frommer's Alaska Cruises, by Fran Wenograd Golden and Jerry Brown; small-ship reviews by Matt Hannafin. Thanks to Lisa Renaud and Dan Glover for additional information.

Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: Frommers; 1 edition (January 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0028629914
• ISBN-13: 978-0028629919
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,590,392 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Frommer's 2000 Alaska, May 17, 2000

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This review is from: Frommer's Alaska 2000 (Paperback)

When planning a trip to Alaska, this book is an easy straight forward guide. It provides maps and info. divided by area of Alaska. It is a must for the first time traveler to this area.