Let's Go Washington, D.C. 13th Edition [Paperback]

Let's Go Inc. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 2003 | Series: Let's Go: Washington, D.C.

The Resource for the Independent Traveler

For over forty years Let's Go Travel Guides have brought budget-savvy travelers closer to the world and its diverse cultures by providing the most up-to-date information.

Includes:

· Entries at all price levels for lodging, food, attractions, and more
· Must-have tips for planning your trip, getting around, and staying safe
· The best bars, clubs, scenes, and events
· In-depth cultural information that offers an insider's look at life in the city
· Opportunities to make a difference through study, work, and volunteering
· Detailed neighborhood maps, walking tours, and photos throughout

Featuring not-to-be-missed Experiences

Cultural Connections: Play chess with the locals at Dupont Circle

Inside Scoops & Hidden Deals: Applaud a free performance at the Kennedy Center

Off the Beaten Path: Cavort with the wild ponies of Chincoteague, Virginia


Get advice, read up, and book tickets at www.letsgo.com

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Let's Go Publications; 2004 edition (December 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312320019
• ISBN-13: 978-0312320010
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,089,239 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Let's Go is the best!, July 26, 2004

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JohnnyC (Alexandria, VA (USA)) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Let's Go Washington, D.C. 13th Edition (Paperback)

I really enjoy the Let's Go series, and have used them as a college student traveling overseas, through graduation and during my work experience in eastern Europe.

I was tranferred back to Washington, D.C., and thought of no better reference book for cool, interesting, and affordable (!) sightseeing and entertainment options in the area than Let's Go.

This book, like all other books I've read in the Let's Go series, displays standard characterisitics:

Strengths: lyrical, entertaining prose, wide range of places and things described, in both tastes and prices. Sometimes when I'm feeling a little "wanderlust," I'll glance over my Let's Go books from overseas trips and just enjoy the write-ups of local history and sights!

Weaknesses: some things are out of date by the time the book is published, and I've found the indexes in the Let's Go books to be weak for the most part. You often can't find very common things in the index based on how you expect them to be listed. They are either in the index under an obscure heading, or simply not indexed. Minor qualm.

Another nice feature of this book is that it is written with interns or recent graduates who are moving to the area for their first jobs in mind.

So whether you're coming for a few days and want a guide book, moving for the summer as an intern, or perhaps taking up residence for an extended stay, I'd highly recommend this book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than other Let's Go guides!, March 23, 2004

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E. Mueller - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Let's Go Washington, D.C. 13th Edition (Paperback)

I've always been a faithful Lonely Planet user, but my old standard didn't stack up to this Let's Go. Since it is the 2004 edition, it has much more updated info than LP, and I've only found one mistake so far (that being that a camping store supposedly located downtown is not there because it looks like they're turning that block into a parking garage). It's only other downfall that I've noticed is that it's a little heavy on the nightlife side, and I'd like to see more of the suggested walking tours that they have in the front of the book. Otherwise, it has my reccommendation!