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2 comments about FD New Mexico 1987.

1. My husband and I have planned an upcoming trip to Santa Fe based on the information and ratings of Fodor's New Mexico. The book is very informative and the maps are really helpful. We have never traveled to the southwest, but feel confident after reading this book (and talking to people who have been there before) that we have choosen the best destination for our vacation.



2. I recently, for 10 days, drove around New Mexico, seeking this and experiencing that, and I took with me five guides (Fodor's, Moon's, Off the Beaten Path, Roadside History and NM Sanctuaries, Retreats, and Sacred Places). Fodor's was the most used, referred to and dog-eared of the lot, and here is why.

   Every time Fodor's recommended a restaurant or a lodging it was accurate and excellent. The descriptions of the properties were superb. After you were done reading about the place you had the feeling you had been there. For example, the comments on the Austing Huas in Taos Ski Valley states, "The breakfast room has large picture windows, stained-glass paneling and an impressive fireplace. Aromas of fresh-baked goods, such as owner Paul Austing's apple strudel, come from the kitchen."

   Fodor's strength is it's coverage of major cities, prominent towns and "must see" attractions. It is more contemporary and weak on the history, in fact it completely omits an introduction to New Mexico section that usually covers the land, flora and fauna, history, economy and the people (Moon is excellent here and Roadside History for regional history). You will find that Fodor's occasionally skips Interstate places that could be lodging stops (IE: Lordsburg, etc. [Moon does better at this]). Most irritating is the quirky, icon dollar sign rating that is supposed to delineate the cost of accommodations and eateries. Four dollar signs equal this much, Three this much, etc. but not in Santa Fe. It would be much better to tell the reader what the cost of rooms or food will be. Keep it simple Fodor's. And, the maps could be much better as well

   That said, this is still the most trustworthy guide for you to use when you are selecting accommodations, dining establishments and sights to see. Get it. 4.5 stars.

1 comments about Tramping Through Mexico and Other Adventures.

1. I thought this book was really interesting. I wish I had read it before my own trip to Mexico. The book is well-written and the writer seems to go well beyond the surface of things. This is especially true when he talks about the Tarahumara. He not only examines their customs and traditions but also the modern pressures that are affecting them (like tourism!).
   His coverage of the whale migration off the coast of Baja is also excellent. Parts of the book are really funny too. His bout with dysentery in La Paz and his encounters with locals and other tourists are sometimes hysterical. I also really liked how the author added tidbits of Mexican poetry and folk songs.
   My only critisism is the book needed more pictures and a few good maps would have really helped figuring out where the writer was.
   I would especially recommend this book before going to the Copper Canyon or whale watching in Baja. It's also fun to read after you've made your own trip. If I knew someone going to Mexico, I would definitely get this book for them (and a few others too!).

2 comments about Guias Visuales: Mexico.

1. There is no other guide better than EyeWitness when you are travelling. Perhaps if you are doing backpacking, it will not solve your need to know bus stops, schedules, taxi fares, etc. However, it offers plenty of cultural info, colourful diagrams, suggested walking trips, and offers a good historical and social background for what you are about to visit. In this case, being a Mexican, I feel Eyewitness offers a very good idea of the Mexican social and cultural environment, not only for first-time travelleres, but even to natives as I am.



2. Out of the other reference guides, this is the one that is more down to the earth. I read it and then I decided to go to Mexico. It proved to be a great reference for my trip. It covered the most important attractions. It is a little bit outdated in pricing and some of the newest attractions, but it does not affect the quality of the information presented. The rest of the guides were not a representation of the reality of Mexico. This one is.

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