Fodor's Walt Disney World with Kids 2011: with Universal Orlando, SeaWorld & Aquatica (Special-Interest Titles) Review

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(More customer reviews)My husband, 13 and 5 year old daughters, and I are Disney veterans. We would rather take a Disney vacation, than almost anything else. We love Disney World, we love Disney Cruises, and we have enjoyed Disneyland a number of times. Needless to say, we own a number of Disney travel guides. I have to say, though, FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011 is one of the best that I have seen.
To begin with, FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011 is both well organized and easy to read. A lot of guides have special little hints and tips embedded in their pages, as does FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011. The difference is that with most other guides, the font on the tips and tricks is smaller, cramped, and hard to read. They also make the pages look busy, confused, and jumbled. However, in FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011, these helpful hints are in the same size font as the rest of the text. They flow naturally as you read and are indicated with bold lettering or color. This makes looking things up extremely fast and easy.
The chapters in FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011 are also well done and nicely organized. There is a chapter on hotels, one on each main park, one on each minor park (the water parks, Downtown Disney, etc.), one on dining, and several on NON-Disney attractions like the new Harry Potter park. Each chapter has maps and phone numbers, as well as excellent planning aids. Even with all the times we've visited Disney World, I found places and adventures that were either new or we had missed. This really helped us plan our next trip, when we plan to focus on things we've never seen. Additionally, each chapter provides hints on finding Hidden Mickeys, which is one of my family's favorite pastimes. And one of the best features of FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011 is that each section includes a list of suitable attractions by age and scare factor. With such a wide age span between my kids, I find these pages to be exceedingly helpful.
As I said before, FODOR'S WALT DISNEY WORLD WITH KIDS 2011 is one of the best guides for Walt Disney World that I have seen. It can replace about 5 other guides that we use. And traveling lightly is always a plus. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for all Disney lovers.


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Inside this new edition is all the information you need to have the family vacation of a lifetime at the Orlando theme parks. Up-to-date and written with the help of more than 500 families, this guide is packed with details on all the attractions at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld. It's user-friendly, fun, and designed for at-a-glance reference. And it will help you and your family plan the vacation each of you wants.

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Great Failures of the Extremely Successful Review

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(More customer reviews)Great Failures Of The Extremely Successful by Steve Young (a man who failed college four times; discharged from the army after three months; divorced; fired from 23 jobs in the summer of 1968; failed businessman; losing contestant on both "The Dating Game" and "The Gong Show"; dropped from four literary agencies; and the recipient of a "gazillion" book, television and film rejections) is a collection of unique anecdotes about the stumbling blocks many famous and wealthy people encountered on the way to success, ranging from basketball star Bill Walton, to humorist Steve Allen, to advocate Erin Brockovich. Offering valuable life lessons, and most of all, emphasizing the importance of getting back on the metaphorical horse after being thrown, Great Failures Of The Extremely Successful is an enjoyable, enlightening, motivating, and highly recommended addition to any self-help, self-improvement reading list or library reference collection.

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Babe Ruth spent his childhood years in an orphanage and, as a baseball player, struck out 1,330 times...on his way to the Hall of Fame.Elvis Presley was banished from the Grand Ole Opry after one performance and told: "You ain't goin' nowhere, son."Oprah Winfrey was fired from her television reporter's job and advised: "You're not fit for TV."Author/interviewer Steve Young relates how hardships, roadblocks, rejections and even physicial infirmities cannot stop people determined to succeed! This collection of motivational stories and anecdotes of famous and everyday "failures" shows that success rests on changing "I can't" into "I will."From the worlds of business, science, entertainment, sports, education, politics and the arts come inspirational, often humorous but always helpful, reflections from those who refused to let defeat stop them on their road to victory.Personal stories by: Erin Brockovich; John Wooden; Jane Goodall; Johnny Unitas; Sam Donaldson; Teddy Pendergrass; Ann Richards; Bill Walton; Steve Allen; Billy Idol; Dr. Audrey Manley; Jimmy Breslin; and many more.

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Uncle John's Unsinkable Bathroom Reader (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader) Review

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(More customer reviews)You have to give the Bathroom Readers' Institute credit. Twenty-odd years ago they hit on a winning formula and haven't looked back since. Thousands of pages later here comes version 21, all 541 pages of it! And, just like its predecessors, it delivers the goods - tons of quirky yet fascinating facts and bits of trivia.
As with other Bathroom Readers, BRI has divided the info into categories such as Bathroom Lore, Fads & Flops, Sports, Origins, Forgotten History and Creatures Features along with new categories like Canadiana. Features are broken down into Short (Quick Read), Medium (2-3 pages), Long and Extended.
It's probably just me but I couldn't work up the same enthusiasm I once had for the latest Bathroom Reader, hence the 4 star rating. As much as I enjoyed much of the book, I have to admit I skipped some sections. Maybe just a case of Bathroom Reader Burn-out!?!
Having said that, I don't doubt trivia buffs, lifelong learners, etc. will enjoy this latest offering of odd yet interesting info. Recommended.


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Uncle John's Unsinkable Bathroom Reader is jam-packed with over 500 pages of humor, history, science, pop culture, and more. This all-new 21st edition in this popular series is divided into short, medium, and long sections that explore topics including: Breaking the Mayan Code, Cycads: The Most Ancient Plants on Earth, The History of the Library of Congress, Return to Chernobyl, An Untold Story of WWII: The Fighting 442, The Origin of Lasers, Japanese Scholar Rocks, The Heart of the Andes, The Luniverse, and The Truth About Jumping Beans. With Uncle John's trademark trivia, obscure facts and figures, forgotten histories, and unknown origins, this book provides readers with hours of fun.

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Frommer's New York State (Frommer's Complete Guides) Review

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(More customer reviews)My husband and I have recently semi-retired, and have spent considerable time traveling throughout the Finger Lakes as well as some other areas in New York State. We found the information contained in this guidebook to be well researched, concise, infomative and accurate. It is easy to find specific interests in the book, and we would highly recommend it to anyone interested in touring NYS.

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The Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, designed by Frank Gehry. See chapter 7 for information about visiting.


Detailed maps throughout

Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information

Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife

Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas

Insider tips from local expert authors

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Thug Lovin' (Thug 4) Review

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(More customer reviews)First, let me say that I have been a "die hard" Wahida fan. I have read all of her books. However, "this &*#@) RIGHT HERE " was unbelievable (and not in a good way)! We fell in love with Trae, Tasha, Kaylin, Angel and the rest of the crew in books 1 - 3. Those characters are not recognizable in Thug Lovin' (book 4). I feel as though I have been lied to. At the end of Thug Lovin, I hated Trae, was disappointed in Tasha, disgusted by Marvin and saddened by Kyra. I can appreciate the need to "mix it up". But, this was a GRIMY tale. Trae's behavior was inconceivable. The fact that he cheated on Tasha was the LEAST of his foul behavior. What he did to Tasha at the end of the book is what we tell our daughters, sisters, girlfriends, etc to NEVER accept. It was inconceivable, unnecessary and not consistent with Trae's character. Why take such a loved character and have him beat his wife to the point where he doesn't know how she got on the floor? Are you kidding me? What is that and what was the point of reducing him (them) to that level? Don't devoted readers of the series deserve better than that? How is that possibly 5 stars? Furthermore, the Tasha that we know would NEVER accept that behavior from him. The real shame is that there are so few TRUE showcases of Black Love. The magic of books 1-3 is the message that our powerful connections do exist (contrary to what the media would say) and that they are to be celebrated. What Trae did to Tasha at the end of the book cheapened him and the story told about him and Tasha in books 2 and 3. It went far beyond "shock value". How can he possibly be redeemed? What's next? Does Kaylin shoot Angel? Is Faheem a cross-dresser? Does Jaz develop a crack addiction? We waited a year for THIS? I feel cheated.

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Tasha and Trae, the hood's favorite couple, are still together following the events of Thug Matrimony. Even with their relocation to sunny Los Angeles, the drama of New York cannot be escaped. From running a nightclub to dealing with models, shady lawyers, big money, new kinds of temptations, seductions, and drugs-not to mention new love interests-can this infamous couple weather all the storms and keep it together?

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Frommer's Los Angeles 2011 (Frommer's Complete Guides) Review

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(More customer reviews)Product was as expected and for a good price. It came quickly so all service and product was as expected.

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Completely updated every year, Frommer's Los Angeles features enticing color photos of the sights and experiences that await you.
Our author, a native Californian, hits all the highlights, from the Sunset Strip to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. He's checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, and offers authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget.
You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping, spas, and nightlife; in-depth coverage of Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm; and advice on side trips to Long Beach, the South Coast, Santa Catalina Island, and Santa Barbara.
Frommer's Los Angeles also includes a tear-resistant fold-out color map.

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1001 Ways to Be Romantic, 3E: More Romantic Than Ever Review

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(More customer reviews)My soon-to-be husband is Romantically Illiterate. He will do romantic things, as long as I spell out each step of the way. I found this book on Amazon.com and figured why not. I ordered it and when it came in I read it from cover to cover highlighting everything I found romantic. (this book is now covered with yellow highlighting.) I put a ribbon around the book and gave it to my honey as a "just because I love you gift". This has changed our relationship. It's Great!!! Now all he has to do is open the book, look for the yellow, and do it. He doesn't have to think about it and I can be pleasantly surprised with whatever he chooses. I even look at it for ideas for him. It's a one in a million book.

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Frommer's Montreal and Quebec City 2010 (Frommer's Complete Guides) Review

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(More customer reviews)Having recently used the Eyewitness series of guide books in Italy, this book isn't in the same league. The organization, accuracy, and presentation are all less than perfect (and being unfamiliar in general with Montreal I can't comment on the coverage). It has the de rigeur sights, restaurants, and maps, but some maps don't have enough detail, and in one case, the location of a famous bagel store was off by a couple of blocks.
In short, buy this guide if you are going and can't find something better, but expect a few hiccups.

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Completely updated every year, Frommer's Montréal & Québec City features gorgeous color photos of the sights and experiences that await you.
Our author hits all the highlights, from Vieux-Montréal to Quebéc's fascinating Musée de la Civilisation. She's checked out all the best hotels and restaurants in person, and offers authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget.
You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; advice on planning a successful family vacation; and side trips to the Laurentians, Cantons-de-l'Est, Ile d'Orléans, Montmorency Falls, Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, Parc Mont Ste-Anne, and Central & Upper Charlevoix.
Frommer's Montréal & Québec City also includes a color fold-out map.

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Spilled Gravy: Advice on Love, Life, and Acceptance from a Man Uniquely Unqualified to Give It Review

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(More customer reviews)Super book. I'm not working in showbiz nor am I in recovery but I relate to this book cover to cover. In this book Ed Driscoll takes you through various events in his life, some tragic, some uplifting but all told in a wonderfully humorous yet insightful way. Specifically he shares some of his online dating experiences which are laugh-out-loud hilarious. Even his stories about struggling with his carreer and later making it in hollywood after being sober was funny. A great book for anyone who loves to laugh and grow. I am getting some copies for my fellow office workers becasue I can't do the stories justice when I try to tell them myself.

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A witty take on recovery, romance, and showbiz—from a gifted comedian.

Readers will laugh out loud, wince in discomfort, and ultimately celebrate the triumph of recovery in this uproarious memoir by comedian Ed Driscoll. Irreverant and provocative, Driscoll spins everyday annoyances and mishaps into amusing escapades—even managing to find the lighter side of one of the great tragedies of his life: alcoholism. Spilled Gravy is Driscoll's running commentary about the entertainment business, personal ads, and how the "career gravy" began flowing again once he became sober. A highly sought "punch up" writer, Driscoll has contributed to television shows such as The Drew Carey Show, television specials such as The Academy Awards, and feature films such as Scooby-Doo. In 2003, his stand-up show about the travails of online dating, "Mismatch Maker," ran for nine weeks at the legendary Comedy Store in Los Angeles.

"Ed's book sucker punched me into paroxysms of laughter."—Dennis Miller, comedian

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High Times Hard Times Review

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(More customer reviews)Seems like a truly honest, candid account of the jazz life of a famous jazz singer, warts and all. Very touching in its candor in which the singer's habits brought down her considerable talents and what could have seemed like a glamorous life on the road really was far more debased than what one might imagine. Besides the sordid side, a lot of opinions about the jazz abilities of a lot of famed musicians of the forties and fifties; generally, a very honest, open and sometimes painful account of the jazz life of a great artist. I had the pleasure of meeting the aritst in person at a performance a few years ago, and she revealed that she had never read the final product herself. Highly worthwhile.

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Laugh Your Way to Grace: Reclaiming the Spiritual Power of Humor Review

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(More customer reviews)Susan Sparks has done the remarkable: She has written a book that is touching, informative and funny, all at the same time. She has a skilled way of making spiritual and theological concepts accessible to every reader. You will learn something about yourself, others and God from this book. And more importantly, you will have a clearer glimpse into a God who who laughs with us, all the time cheering us on to deeper insights and more fulfilling life. I am in Susan debt for helping me see the God I worship is also one I smile with, and indeed laugh with. God seems closer to me as a result of reading this book. Fr. Edward L. Beck, C.P.
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Laughter was honored by the ancients as a spiritual healing tool and celebrated by the world's great religions. So why aren't we laughing along the spiritual path today? What would happen if we did? In this personal and funny look at humor as a spiritual practice, Rev. Susan Sparks--an ex-lawyer turned comedian and Baptist minister--presents a convincing case that the power of humor radiates far beyond punch lines. Laughter can help you: * Remove the fearful mask of a God who doesn't laugh * Debunk the myth that you don't deserve joy * Find perspective when faced with adversity * Exercise forgiveness for yourself and others * Reclaim play as a spiritual practice * Heal--emotionally, physically and spiritually * Keep your faith when God is silent * Live with elegance, beauty and generosity of spirit Whatever your faith tradition--or if you have none at all--join this veteran of the punch line and the pulpit in reclaiming the forgotten humor legacy found in thousands of years of human spiritual history.

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Love Stories in This Town Review

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(More customer reviews)I loved this collection from start to finish, which is very unusual for me. The prose was spare and minimal, yet the smallest details seemed to illuminate the characters and their world. Ward is often fun and witty here, but what I found most engaging about this collection was how the characters haunted me afterwards. With subtlety and a soft-touch, the author gets to the heart of the matter each and every time. Even reading the story about a 9/11 widow, I never felt as if the events drove the writing. It's all about the characters here. They feel organic, real, and brimming with stories worth hearing.

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The Harlem Renaissance: Hub of African-American Culture, 1920-1930 (Circles of the Twentieth Century) Review

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(More customer reviews)I read this book in hardcover as well as several others for a paper I wrote. The author was able to take the disparate threads of musicians, artists, writers and benefactors who contributed to the Renaissance and weave together a chronology that contained pictures, specific information about the "hotspots" in Harlem and complete, sometimes intimate portraits of all concerned. If the Harlem Renaissance was ever to be depicted in a movie, this book would be a ready-made screen play. The hardcover edition is worth the extra money.

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Frommer's San Francisco Day by Day (Frommer's Day by Day - Pocket) Review

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(More customer reviews)I found the guide to be VERY well organized and helpful. The restaurant and hotel suggestions (we stayed at the Cow Hollow Motor Inn) were helpful and spot on. We were not disappointed.
The fold out map could have been more extensive, especially because a couple of the restaurants were in locations that extended beyond the map itself.
The book is light (weight-wise) which is a plus in my view especially when you're doing a lot on foot.

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The Cheap Bastard's Guide to New York City, 4th: A Native New Yorker's Secrets of Living the Good Life--for Free Review

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(More customer reviews)This book is the best I've read of its genre. Rob Grader means it when he says something's free, and he gives away the catch where there is one.
After reading his book, I have now
*seen a Broadway play...for FREE
*seen the Knicks at Madison Square Garden...for FREE
*found a bar with $3 mixed drinks and free popcorn
*furnished my apartment FREE
*bought half-price bagels to last a whole week
*seen FREE acoustic performances.
The one I haven't got yet is the free movie tickets, but that's coming.
Oh yes--I've been in New York less than six weeks, living off savings, working as an intern and not getting paid.
BUY THIS BOOK! (But if you're really cheap, you'll do what I did and read it at a bookstore first, then buy it used online).

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This book catalogs the endless free opportunities available in the Big Apple, from theater, concerts, and museums to yoga classes, haircuts, and massages--for native and visiting cheapskates alike.

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Lonely Planet Florida (Regional Travel Guide) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this book together with Fodor's Florida 2011 for my recent trip to FL. It turned out that Fodor's was much more useful. I learned from Fodor's more than from LP on average, and I like that Fodor's book is more colorful. Maybe LP is more useful if you want to cut down expenditures, which was not my case. For a trip to China or Algeria, I always buy LP if I bring only one book, but for a more relaxing trip to some rich country/states, I don't see the typical dominance by LP in terms of quality/quantity of information...

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Lonely Planet FloridaSnorkel coral reefs, or hunt for treasure on unspoiled Treasure-Coast beachesTwist the pan-American kaleidoscope and sample the colorful cultures of Cuba, Colombia and Haiti in MiamiSpend a night in the only underwater hotel in the worldIn This Guide:Six authors, 40 baskets of conch fritters, 20 hours spent waiting in line for amusement-park ridesDedicated Florida for Kids chapter and extensive coverage of theme parks helps you embrace the family funEnvironmental coverage that supports the preservation of Florida's delicate landscapeVisit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews and traveler insights

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Ultimate Camp Cooking Review

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(More customer reviews)The sun is just starting to shine and we are itching to go camping. We have had Ultimate Camp Cooking for a few weeks now and have been enjoying reading it simply because it is hilarious and entertaining. I must admit, I have even tried out a few of the recipes inside as wait for the rain and snow to clear--and they have all been DELICIOUS! We can't wait, though, to get out in the woods and try them the way they were meant to be done! Ultimate Camp Cooking is a must-have for food and camping enthusiasts. The recipes are easy and delicious!

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What started as two stand-up comedians using their comedic and cooking talents to produce a DVD has grown into Ultimate Camp Cooking, a franchise that boasts several DVDs, a traveling road show, and now the ultimate cookbook for outdoor enthusiasts.Inside this portable, durable flexibound book, outdoor cooks will find more than 80 tasty dishes that can either be grilled over an open flame or cooked over a campfire in a Dutch oven. Faverman and Mac travel the United States to meet people and teach them how to make gourmet-quality dishes right at their campsites. Each delicious recipe is easily prepared using familiar, flavorful ingredients and basic cooking techniques, and the results are fantastic!Also included are full-color photographs for most dishes, as well as hilarious stories and handy tips and tricks from the Ultimate Camp Cooking pros. Tired of hot dogs and granola bars? Instead, consider recipes such as Dutch Oven Benedict, Blue Cheese Meatballs, and S'more Pies. Ultimate Camp Cooking has those and many other amazing and satisfying meals--all cooked campside with little fuss, but a whole lot of flavor.

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