The winner of numerous awards from prestigious organizations of travel journalists, this is a fiercely opinionated book that tells you what to avoid and not simply what to see, in an awesome city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums and shops. Using it places the reader into a special category of intelligent traveler seeking the best, most memorable experiences, ones that are both unique and affordable And it is published yearly to contain the latest up-to-date information, by an author who carefully examines every location he visits. A manageable 288 pages in size, this Easy Guide is lighter than any "tablet", easy to carry and read.
This guide is practical and informative without overloading the reader with too much information. It is the perfect size to slip into your luggage, and still be able to comfortably read the print. An example of the author's creativity is the inclusion of information on home exchanges as an alternative to hotels and other types of accommodation. He has an opinion which he shares freely in an engaging manner, and has even included a section titled "overrated attractions." Overall, it is a highly readable guide that has earned it's spot in my luggage.