No comments about Ten of the Most Important Words in Mexico.

No comments about Mexico (Guias del buen viajero).

2 comments about Bicycling Mexico.

1. This book was written in the late 80's. Since then, a bunch of things have changed in Mexico (2001). Where there were dirt tracks now are highways, bus services have improved a lot and what is described as tiny-rough towns (in some cases only) are small "full-serviced" cities now. The maps contained in the book, as well as the road descriptions, should be used as a reference only. Check local web pages of the places you are interested visiting. MTB is becoming very popular (and growing fast) in Mexico and you will easily get information and tips from other "ciclyng fans" within the country. That will expand and give you info up to date of what is described in the book.



2. It needs to be updated, but can be helpful in planning a trip in Mexico. I used it for planning my bike trip from Merida to Punta Allen. There were a couple places where the route suggested was not as good as possible short cuts because of new roads. Hotel and restaurant list is no longer valid.

2 comments about Michelin 2006 Road Atlas: USA-Canada-Mexico (Michelin Road Atlas).

1. Living in the UK I have travelled tens of thousands of miles across Europe during the past 30 years or more, always using Michelin road atlases. When it came to a two month, 6000 mile plus driving vacation in the USA covering 9 states, I was delighted to discover that one was available for there. True to form the Michelin atlas didn't let me down.I also had a Rand McNally road atlas which I rarely used. Michelin knocks spots off Rand McNally. The maps are more clearly set out, easier to read and flow from page to page. When you are crossing a state line, which I did many times, you do not have to jump to another part of the atlas to find maps of the new state. The atlas can also be used in conjunction with the Michelin Guides to the USA which again are unbeatable with perhaps the exception of those by Dorning Kingsley.



2. This little map book has put me back on track several times, a good quick reference in a compact book.

2 comments about You Decide Travel Guide: Loreto 2nd Edition.

1. Coming from tropical Cairns, in Australia, didn't think it could get anymore beautiful...I stand corrected! Loreto is an amazing place. I miss the sunsets on the beach after a full day of chillin' out, snorkelling and making new friends.
   
   I stayed at the Hacienda Suites, which had everything I needed and cost me next to nothing. I wouldn't have found it without this book. I love to explore on my own, and this book gave me all the direction I needed to really enjoy myself. Thanks! I recommend this to anyone planning on heading to Loreto. Even if you're not, I encourage you to get down there, you'll love it! See you there



2. We traveled to Loreto and stayed at a small inn right on the malecon. We brought this book and used it every day as we planned our daily adventures. There were a couple of new restaurants that opened since the book came out, but overall I thought it gave a very honest portrayal of the hotels and restaurants in Loreto. It was an easy read and I recommend it.

2 comments about My Year of Skiing Dangerously: Taos, New Mexico.

1. If you ski Taos often like I do, you'll recognize the people, the places, the runs he mentions. If not, it's an introduction to the place, you might even consider it a bit of a warning that Taos is a challenging place to ski and a lesson or two isn't out of place once you get there.
   
   Robert Westbrook's short starts slow but then gets into what it is like skiing in Taos, and does so accurately. For 49 cents you get much more than just your money's worth.



2. I know Westbrook from his many mystery tales, and this continues his long tradition of fine writing. In this and his other essays, he adds a sense of humor that is refreshing. Fun read! He shows us the real side of life at a real ski area, Taos Ski Valley. I ski at this big mountain/small resort every week from November into April, and Westbrook captures its essence.

5 comments about God and Mr. Gomez, (A Fawcett crest book).

1. "God and Mr. Gomez", while not a recent book by a long shot is a timeless read. It is written in the hilareous style that only Jack Smith can pen. You blend in with the characters and it being a true story makes it all the more interesting and satisfying. A great read for summer, or anytime



2. Both Jack Smith and Mr. Gomez have passed on from this life. Thanks to Jack's gifted writing ability, you can experience the culture, beauty and patience pace still to be found in Baja California. I have been there and seen the house, the road, the federalli check point, the cliffs and the fishing village. I have had the good fortune to have stayed in a home near Jack's and met others who followed Jack's column in the LA Times during those years of construction of his "mansion". I have searched used book stores and bought on-line used copies while new books have not been published since 1997. I am so glad it is back in print so I can recommend it to my friends. Great reading and funny too!



3. I have traveled to Mexico for over 25 years, and own a home there. This story is only too familiar. I am buying a copy for all of my Mexico loving friends and family.



4. I have another, older, copy of this book and have read it several times. This was a replacement for the old one, which is worn out! If you've ever been to Baja, you will totally love hearing Jack and Denny Smith's experiences with purchasing a home there. If you haven't, you will still love hearing the story AND you will want to go there and find your own adventure.



5. Anyone contemplating the construction of their home in Mexico MUST red this book. It is extremely humorous and an easy read, but it exposes the many pitfalls of attempting to build your dream home in Mexico. BEWARE!

3 comments about Pacific Northwest Camping Destinations (Camping Destinations series).

1. I bough thtis with the MOON bok, and am using both of them , this one is helpful with trip ideas, and the best of the large campgrounds, a very usefull book.



2. Having lived in the Pacific NW for many years I know lots of places for camping and RVing. I found this book accurate and very resourcefull. With rising fuel prices, we are all looking for closer to home places to "get away" and this book is a required resource to help find them, and determine their suitability. The only criticism I have is the way its organized. A little hard to find individual places since it is organized based on tour routes.



3. I like how this couple presents their information. The book is full of useful data. I have purchased this in preparation for our journey to Alaska, British Columbia, Yukon and Northwest Territories. It does a superb job of helping you understand what to look for, where to look for it, how much things cost relative to other areas. Excellent job.

3 comments about Rock Climbing New Mexico and Texas.

1. Having put up hundreds of routes in New Mexico, I was expecting this book to be an updated collection of all the new routes that have been going in in New Mexico. It's not. It's a collection of routes from very old sources. Let's hope Walt Wehner or Luke Laeser get their guides done soon!!



2. Dennis has done what a lot of folks have thought about doing, but never quite gotten around to it - a comprehensive guide to the state of New Mexico (Texas is in there, too, but I haven't climbed there, so can't judge that part). It is a very useful book for those of us who live and climb in NM, but as might be expected of a first effort, is incomplete and inaccurate for many areas. Still, having some information is a lot better than having none, so I recommend buying it. Hopefully Dennis will proceed with a second edition, but I doubt it, because there is a limited market, and it's a huge amount of work.



3. for texas, it is not that great. The enchanted rock guide is all but worthless. Reportedly inaccurate in other areas as well. For an enchanted rock guide, check out erockonline.com

1 comments about The History of the Incas.

1. This translation of the work of Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa is both riveting and detailed. As an account of the history of the Incas it is unsurpassed in its accuracy, presenting evidence gained from the Incas themselves circa 1570AD. Events and occurrences are vividly portrayed although the reader is always left with a sense of myth being mixed with fact. Also the annoying use of Italics to mark out the obvious and often contradictory statements forced to be included in the book by the Spanish Viceroy of the time is somewhat demeaning.

   Despite this the translation serves as a fascinating read and as a lucid and detailed account of the history of the Incas. The translator has also included an invaluable lexicon of Quechua words and useful maps of the areas in question that add a realism to the book that would be otherwise unachievable.

   A stunning and informative read this work is equally capable of being a book of general interest or an accurate academic source. However the prime benefit of this book is not its authenticity but its rich detail that illustrates the lifestyle of the ancient Incas in a truly vivid manner. It is also interesting to note the strong religious superiority that is portrayed by the author and the attitudes of the Spanish conquistadors towards the Incas that were apparent during this period of history and to observe how these factors shaped the type of history that was recorded during this period, a fact that is all to easy to overlook.