New York State (Lonely Planet New York State) [Paperback]

Becca Blond (Author), China Williams (Author)

Book Description

Series: Lonely Planet New York State | Publication Date: July 2004

Although 80 pages are dedicated to New York City, this third edition has a strong focus on the state's outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, historical background and cuisine. of color photos. 48 maps.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Lonely Planet’s "New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania" is the quintessential guide to an exciting and fascinating region. Whether you want to trek the Adirondacks, take a chance in the gambling halls of Atlantic City or experience the simple life of the Amish, "New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania" includes information on Hudson Valley, Catskills, Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Philadelphia and much more.

• hostels, B&B’s and five-star hotels
• the latest hip clubs and entertainment
• all transportation options available
• outdoor activities including hiking, biking and more
• hot dogs to haute cuisine
• where to shop and what to buy --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 3 edition (July 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1741041252
• ISBN-13: 978-1741041255
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,298,574 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant & helpful, September 1, 1997

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This review is from: Lonely Planet New York, New Jersey and Pennsyvania (Serial) (Paperback)

Of all the guidebooks I've read, I've found this guide to be the most helpful, well setout, motivating book yet. I've been in New York for 1 month now and I have found the book invaluable. I especially like the sections on transport. It offers choices not just a statement of what you need to do. Also, the way the attractions are all logically set out by areas is helpful in trying to plan your days and getting the most out of them. I will be in New york for the next 11 months and I'm sure I will continue to use my 'bible of New York' till I leave. Well done Lonely planet

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars LP is sliding, January 22, 2004

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JimmyEv (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lonely Planet New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania (Lonely Planet New York State) (Paperback)

I was impressed with Lonely Planet's guide to Texas, so I bought this one for a trip to Pennsylvania. It covers the major stuff --- Philly, Pittsburgh, Gettysburg, Hershey, Lancaster --- but doesn't have much more than these major areas. I got ahold of the Moon Handbook for Pennsylvania and was...impressed. It guided me to places I never knew existed: Covered bridges dotting southwestern Pennsylvania, non-tourist infested Amish communities in central and western PA, winieries in North East, and the hiking paradise that I found in the Black Forest area. However, LP did a good job at the places it did cover, and I used it to select accomodations. Guess I justed wanted something a little more in-depth.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A bit brief, June 20, 2006

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Steve (Morro Bay, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: New York State (Lonely Planet New York State) (Paperback)

I like the information included in this book, but for a such a big, historic state it seems that 300 pages is not enough. The section on New York City is pretty good and the suggestions thoughout the state turned out well. I wanted more information about upstate. The history section doesn't mention the war of 1812 that played an important part in the state.