Frommer's Portable Guides

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Publisher: Frommer's

The Portable Guide series from Frommer’s is a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides designed to introduce readers to a range of international destinations; largely in the Americas. Written and researched in a similar way to their older brother Complete Guides, the Portable Guide series largely focuses on a range of island locations in addition to cities and are designed for practical use on the road. An introductory chapter helps visitors plan their trip, with useful information on when to go, getting there and around, money and costs, health, safety, sustainable tourism and tips on accommodation.

Each Portable Guide is designed in a similar way, with chapters dedicated to where to stay and dine, activities, shopping and the destination after dark. A Fast Facts section at the back of each guide gives important information on area codes, banks, business hours, currency, drinking laws, electricity, embassies and consulates, emergencies, holidays, insurance, internet access, language, mail, taxes and service charges, telephones, time, visas and general visitor information. There is also a list of airline, hotel and car rental websites to help visitors to plan their trip.