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Fodor`s In Focus Guides

The In Focus guide series from Fodorโ€™s comprise a range of handy, pocket-sized guides exploring largely American destinations โ€“ including National Parks โ€“ in addition to Caribbean islands. In Focus Guides are written and researched in a similar way to their more comprehensive relations the Gold Guides, but provide focused information in a more portable format. An introductory โ€˜Experienceโ€™ chapter profiles the destination with information on whatโ€™s where, when to go, getting there and around, making the most of your money, accommodation, top experiences, when to go, suggested itineraries and a โ€˜snapshotโ€™ of the destination with details of the people, history, geography, economy, government and language.Each In Focus guide is presented in a similar format and combined with its pocket-size allows readers to access the information they need easily. Titles are arranged by region with a notable focus on principal sights and attractions in addition to overview information on accommodation, eating out and entertainment. A โ€˜Travel Smartโ€™ section at the back of each guide provides a range of practical and useful information, including details of getting there and around, accommodation, local customs, eating out, ecotourism, electricity, emergencies, health, opening hours, mail, media, money, packing, passports, toilets, safety, sightseeing, sports and the outdoors, taxes, tipping, tours and visitor tourist information.