Mid-Atlantic Travel


MID-ATLANTIC TRAVEL
101 Best Outdoor Towns Tuff and Melville trade paper 488 pages 9780881507669 19.95 Beat the developers to some of the greatest places left for living, visiting and playing- outdoor towns where you can still eat breakfast at a local diner; play all day in a gorgeous, natural setting; find microbrews and comfort food; and flop yourself into bed at a family-run lodge.
Amusement Parks of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware Jim Futrell trade paper 224 pages 9780811734752 19.95 This area’s amusement parks offer a bit of nostalgia, a touch of old-fashioned midway charm and a lot of high-tech thrill. Don’t miss a minute of the fun with this guide to well- and lesser-known local parks.
Backroads from the Beltway Pat and Chuck Blackley trade paper 160 pages 9780760328293 21.95 This book is a wonderful combination. There are gorgeous color photos of the Mid-Atlantic’s most scenic backroad adventures and travel commentary and maps to get you there in person to enjoy them firsthand.
Breaking Away to Virginia & Maryland Wineries Elizabeth Frater trade paper 356 pages 1-892123-79-7 20.00 After many requests, we are happy to be able to offer a book on local wineries and this one packs two states' worth of information into one beautifully-produced volume. Oenophiles will find what they need to know to enjoy the wines, wineries and winemakers in our area.
The C & O Canal: From Great National Project to National Historical Park Dorothy Camagna hardcover 132 pages 0977044904 32.95 Superb photography and narrative present a compelling account of the canal's mission, structures and unique way of life. From tidewater Georgetown to Cumberland Maryland, this book brilliantly illustrates the allure of both the former waterway and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park with full color photographs.
Canal Parks, Museums and Characters of the Mid-Atlantic Kate Mulligan trade paper 128 pages 0965555216 13.95 Revisit the fascinating boom period of the canals in 19th-century America and appreciate the parks built to preserve this history with this knowledgable author.
Civil War Sites Civil War Preservation Trust trade paper 306 pages 0-7627-2515-X 17.95 This is an indispensable travel guide to more than 500 Civil War-related sites in 31 states and the District of Columbia. Includes specific directions, hours, admission fees, discounts and contact information.
Dirt Cheap, Real Good Chriss Slevin and Leah Smith trade paper 248 pages 193186868-9 18.95 This take-along travel guide to the best second-hand shops in the Mid-Atlantic region leads you on six adventurous road trips through the best of local thrifting. In addition to scoping out the merchandise, the authors also point you to cheap motels, greasy spoon diners and miscellaneous roadside oddities.
Dog-Friendly Washington, D.C. and the Mid-Atlantic States Trisha Blanchet trade paper 360 pages 0881506273 18.95 The hotels, campgrounds, B & Bs, outdoor cafes, historic sites and festivals in this book not only allow dogs, but welcome them. It covers MD, DE, DC, NJ, VA and PA.
Drive Around Washington, D.C. 2nd ed Tom Bross et al trade paper 288 pages 9781841578682 26.95 This covers not only D.C. itself, but highlights of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware too. Color photos and a fully comprehensive driver’s guide including road signs should cut down on travel stress.
Fodor's Where to Weekend Around Washington, D.C. John D. Rambow trade paper 276 pages 1-4000-1302-X 16.95 Don't let traffic concerns deter you from planning a well-deserved weekend getaway. This book will help, with lots of fun destinations sure to restore your spirit.
Historic Hotels & Hideaways Trish Foxwell trade paper 180 pages 1-931868-16-6 20.00 The 42 historic inns featured here are located in PA, DE, MD, VA, WV, NC and DC. Their walls can't talk, but tales about the celebrities, statesmen, Hollywoodites and authors who took respite in them are provided here as well as more practical travel information.
Karen Brown's Mid-Atlantic 2008 Karen Brown trade paper 284 pages 9781933810263 19.95 Over 150 places to stay are offered in this guide- from affordable to decadent. Eleven itineraries help you plan what comes after breakfast.
The Naturalist's Guide to the Atlantic Seashore Scott W. Shumway trade paper 240 pages 9780762742370 24.95 This is the ultimate guide to the diverse ecosystems from the Gulf of Maine to Cape Hatteras. More than 300 full-color photographs augment descriptions of plant and animal species and their habitats.
Outdoor Escapes Washington, D.C. A Four-Season Guide Kevin J. Carnahan trade paper 220 pages 0-7627-3056-0 15.95 This guide offers information on trails, walking tours, running, climbing, biking, motorcycling, horseback riding, boating, aviation, kite flying, birdwatching, ice skating, snowboarding, sledding, stargazing, outdoor games and more! Bocce, anyone?
Quick Escapes Washington, D.C. 6th ed Fitzpatrick & Burkhalter trade paper 302 pages 9780762744343 13.95 These 21 carefully planned minivacations within driving distance of D.C. include enough variety to suit every budget and taste.
The Unofficial Guide to Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns in the Mid-Atlantic, 1st ed Barbara Sturm trade paper 380 pages 0-7645-6233-9 17.99 Each inn included here is chosen on its own merits- no consideration fees were accepted. This makes for a helpfully candid guide covering Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.
Visitor's Guide to Colonial & Revolutionary MidAtlantic America Patricia & Robert Foulke trade paper 344 pages 9780881506891 18.95 Covering New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, this sizable guide is a great resource for travelers who enjoy exploring the living roots of our history.
Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia Great Destinations Hardin & Borchelt trade paper 326 pages 9781581570762 18.95 In-depth profiles will help you navigate the many choices Washington, D.C. and the Virginia suburbs of Arlington and Alexandria have to offer. Up-to-date maps and fascinating photos are value added.
Weekend Getaways Around Washington, D.C. 10th ed Shosteck & the Helands trade paper 496 pages 1589801792 19.95 This voluminous guide has been pointing the way to enjoyable escapes for more than 30 years. It covers VA, MD, DE, PA, NJ, WV and NC.
Weekend Walks in the Historic Washington, D.C. Region 1st ed Robert J. Regalbuto trade paper 336 pages 0-88150-597-8 16.95 You've been meaning to walk more, right? Well, click that pedometer on and grab this brand new guide to great walks in the area. It includes treks in the City itself, VA, MD. WV, PA and DE.
West Virginia Off the Beaten Path 5th ed Su Clauson-Wicker trade paper 208 pages 0762734779 13.95 Get off the main road and visit the mummies of Philippi, take an underground tour through a coal mine, ride a steam locomotive up Cheat Mountain and much more in the Mountain State.