
Frommer's Virginia
Bill Goodwin(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
11th Edition
Published on 3. April 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-1-118-11805-4 (ISBN)
Description
* Insider advice on Virginia's most charming small towns, the best trails in Shenandoah National Park, and the finest sun and surf at Virginia Beach. Plus leads on the best fishing, golf, hiking, river rafting, and foliage tours.
* Insightful commentary on Virginia's most intriguing historic sites, from Jefferson's Monticello and Colonial Williamsburg to the solemn expanses of Arlington National Cemetery and Civil War battlefields.
* Where to find historic taverns, down-home Southern barbecue joints, sophisticated cafes, and the scoop on the latest dining scenes throughout the state. We'll also deliver honest, in-depth reviews of accommodations in every price range, from colonial inns and distinctive B&Bs to family-friendly motels.
* Detailed, accurate maps of regions, cities, and parks.
* Opinionated write-ups. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.
* Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.
* User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.
* Insightful commentary on Virginia's most intriguing historic sites, from Jefferson's Monticello and Colonial Williamsburg to the solemn expanses of Arlington National Cemetery and Civil War battlefields.
* Where to find historic taverns, down-home Southern barbecue joints, sophisticated cafes, and the scoop on the latest dining scenes throughout the state. We'll also deliver honest, in-depth reviews of accommodations in every price range, from colonial inns and distinctive B&Bs to family-friendly motels.
* Detailed, accurate maps of regions, cities, and parks.
* Opinionated write-ups. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way.
* Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people.
* User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.
More details
Series
Edition
11., Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
FrommerMedia
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
Illustrations, maps
Dimensions
Height: 20.3 cm
Width: 13.1 cm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
311 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-118-11805-4 (9781118118054)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition

Bill Goodwin
Frommer's Virginia
Book
03/2010
10th Edition
Wiley
€17.90
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Person
Born and raised in North Carolina near Hampton Roads, Bill Goodwin (www.billgoodwin.com) has lived in northern Virginia since 1979. He was an award-winning newspaper reporter for the Atlanta Journal before becoming a legal counsel and speechwriter for two U.S. senators, Sam Nunn of Georgia and Sam J. Ervin, Jr., of North Carolina. Now a full-time travel writer, Goodwin is also the author of Frommer's South Pacific, Frommer's Tahiti & French Polynesia, and Frommer's Fiji.
Content
List of Maps vi
1 THE BEST OF VIRGINIA 1
2 VIRGINIA IN DEPTH 11
3 SUGGESTED VIRGINIA ITINERARIES 34
4 NORTHERN VIRGINIA 43
5 FREDERICKSBURG & THE NORTHERN NECK 82
6 CHARLOTTESVILLE 103
7 THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY 127
8 ROANOKE & THE SOUTHWEST HIGHLANDS 175
9 RICHMOND 202
10 WILLIAMSBURG, JAMESTOWN & YORKTOWN 233
11 NORFOLK, VIRGINIA BEACH & THE EASTERN SHORE 272
12 PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO VIRGINIA 317
Index 332
1 THE BEST OF VIRGINIA 1
2 VIRGINIA IN DEPTH 11
3 SUGGESTED VIRGINIA ITINERARIES 34
4 NORTHERN VIRGINIA 43
5 FREDERICKSBURG & THE NORTHERN NECK 82
6 CHARLOTTESVILLE 103
7 THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY 127
8 ROANOKE & THE SOUTHWEST HIGHLANDS 175
9 RICHMOND 202
10 WILLIAMSBURG, JAMESTOWN & YORKTOWN 233
11 NORFOLK, VIRGINIA BEACH & THE EASTERN SHORE 272
12 PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO VIRGINIA 317
Index 332