Frommer's^® South America, 2nd Edition

by Shawn Blore; Shane Christensen; Alexandra de Vries; Eliot Greenspan; Haas Mroue; Neil E. Schlecht; Kristina Schreck

• ISBN13: 9780764571695
• ISBN10: 0764571699
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2004-06-01
• Publisher: Frommers

Summary

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go-they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!Frommer's South America is the premier guide to the continent, with complete coverage of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela. You'll get details on Carnaval, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Galapagos, the hang gliding in Rio, the ice cream in Merida, and much more. Whether you're an archaeology buff, an outdoor adventurer, or a partier in search of a good time, South America presents so many diverse travel options that it'll make your head spin. Frommer's South America will help you plan a memorable trip, starting with our highly opinionated lists of the best experiences the continent has to offer.

Table of Contents

List of Maps.

What’s New in South America.

1. The Best of South America (by Shawn Blore, Shane Christensen, Alexandra de Vries, Eliot Greenspan, Haas Mroue, Neil E. Schlecht & Kristina Schreck).

2. Introducing South America (Shawn Blore, Shane Christensen, Alexandra de Vries, Eliot Greenspan, Haas Mroue, Neil E. Schlecht & Kristina Schreck).

3. Planning Your Trip to South America.

4. Argentina (by Shane Christensen & Haas Mroue).

5. Bolivia (Haas Mroue).

6. Brazil (by Shawn Blore & Alexandra de Vries).

7. Chile (Haas Mroue & Kristina Schreck).

8. Ecuador (Haas Mroue).

9. Peru (Neil E. Schlecht).

10. Uruguay (Shane Christensen).

11. Venezuela (Eliot Greenspan).

12. Difficult Destinations: Antarctica & Colombia (Kristina Schreck).

Appendix: Useful Terms & Phrases

Index.