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Adventure Guide to The Great Smoky Mountains --This guide covers not just the national park, but also nearby wilderness preserves, towns and recreation spots. Blair Howard leads you to all the sights, with an emphasis on outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, golf, canoeing, biking, and skiing. He recommends outfitters, camp sites, hotels and restaurants, and gives tips on everything from trails to transportation. $13.95
Adventuring in Florida --Part of the wonderful Sierra Club series, this guide to the natural areas of Florida also includes the Georgia Sea Islands and Okefenokee Swamp. Explore the Everglades, Sanibel Island, the Keys and all of Florida's national and state parks, and enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including snorkeling, boating, hiking, horseback riding, bird and animal watching and much more. Allen de Hart provides numerous maps and all the essential practical information you need, from when to go and how to get there to what to pack. $15.00
Atlanta Access --If you want a taste of the New South, this guide will lead you to the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightspots Atlanta has to offer. Arranged by neighborhood, with sights and listings laid out street by street and pinpointed on clear small-scale maps, the Access Guide will have you exploring with ease in no time. $18.50
Away for the Weekend: Southeast --Enjoy dozens of getaways to all the most interesting destinations in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Eleanor Berman provides itineraries to both cities and countryside, including tours of antebellum estates, dance festivals, riverboat cruises and much more. Detailed sightseeing information, a wide range of hotel and restaurant recommendations and tips on family destinations make this the perfect package for any trip to the Old South. $15.00
Best Places to Stay in Florida --You can't go wrong with Christine Davidson's guide to accommodations all over Florida. She gives thorough appraisals of golf resorts, bed and breakfasts, spas, and many other special places from Seaside to Key West. Whether you want an island getaway or a grand old resort, Davidson has what you're looking for. $16.95
The Charleston & Savannah Book --This evocative guide to Charleston, Savannah and the coastal islands provides excellent hotel, inn, restaurant and shopping suggestions, as well as in-depth sightseeing information. Activities ranging from golf and sailing to museums and the Spoleto Festival are included, as is a special chapter on Hilton Head. Newly updated. $17.95
Ethnic New Orleans --Martin Hintz brings the many cultures and tastes of New Orleans to life in this wonderful guide to ethnic museums, restaurants, music, festivals and more. The author provides fascinating historical and cultural background on everything from Zydeco to Mardi Gras, and detailed maps lead you to sights, food and activities both on and off the tourist path. $14.95
Florida Golf Guide --Florida is often considered one of the best golfing destinations in the country, and Jim Shacky shows you why in this guide to over 1000 courses (300 in great detail), accommodations, pro shops, golfing schools and more. Shacky even includes information on course architecture and design, and in case you ever get off the green, he provides tips on local attractions. $14.95
The Florida Keys 1998 --Joy Williams' guide includes the most complete descriptions of all the Keys, from offbeat sights to outdoor adventures, from hotels and restaurants to historical and literary background. Conde Nast Traveler calls this "one of the best guidebooks ever written". $14.00
Halliday's New Orleans Food Explorer --Fred Halliday, a noted food writer, is passionate about food, and here he explores all the influences on New Orleans cuisine, from Creole to Cajun, from Native-American to African-American. He leads you to all the best markets and restaurants in this food-crazy city, and takes you on a tour of food festivals and local inns. Don't go to the Big Easy without this guide. $15.00
Hidden Florida Keys and Everglades --Perfect for sports and outdoor enthusiasts, this guide explores the waterways, sanctuaries, flora and fauna and other natural attractions of this beautiful area. Candace Leslie includes hotels, b&b's, campgrounds and dining, so you have all the information you need to snorkel, dive, fish, sail, hike or golf to your heart's content. $9.95
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Hidden Carolinas $14.95
Hiking Georgia --Don Pfitzer and Falcon Publishing lead you to more than 100 trails throughout the state, from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the coast. Detailed descriptions of routes, honest assessments of hiking times and expertise requirements, and good trail maps ensure you won't lose your way. $14.95
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Hiking Florida $14.95
Hiking South Carolina Trails --Allen de Hart leads the reader on hikes of all lengths and levels of difficulty along the Chattooga Trail, Cowpens Battlefield Trail, Old Walled City Trail and more than 200 others on national, state, county and private land. Each hike is clearly mapped and described and allows you to get a bird's eye view of the Old South. $12.95
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Hiking Virginia's National Forests
Hiking the Great Smoky Mountains Each $9.95
Insider's Guide to Golf in the Carolinas --North and South Carolina have become hotspots for serious golfers, and this new book leads you to all the best courses, as well as resorts, hotels and restaurants. The nearby historic villages, plantation homes and nature preserves described here will provide a nice change of pace when you tire of the greens. Revised edition. $16.95
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Insider's Guide to Atlanta $14.95
Insider's Guide to Charleston $16.95
Insider's Guide to Louisville, KY $15.95
Insider's Guide to Myrtle Beach $16.95
Insider's Guide to North Carolina's Outer Banks $15.95
Insider's Guide to Virginia's Blue Ridge $17.95
Lonely Planet Florida --This is the guide for travellers who want to explore beyond Disney World and Miami. Nick and Corinna Selby lead you to nature reserves, islands, and towns often missed by tourists. They provide in-depth sightseeing information with an emphasis on outdoor activities, and hotel and restaurant recommendations for all budgets. They also give great transportation advice (with maps), so whether you are driving or taking a bus, you won't miss a thing. $19.95
North Carolina Traveler --Ginny Turner covers this beautiful state in its entirety, from the cities to the mountains to the coast. She includes all the practical travel information you need to plan your trip, and extras such as festivals and special events. $14.95
Quick Escapes from Atlanta --Carol and Dan Thalimer describe 30 weekend trips within a few hours of Atlanta, offering itinerary and accommodation suggestions that make it easy to hop in your car and go. The destinations range from urban retreats to historic plantations to outdoor recreation areas, but all immerse you in the beauty of the South. $14.95
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Quick Escapes Florida $14.95
NEW The Sarasota, Sanibel Island and Naples Book--Part of the well-respected Great Destinations series and previously titled The Gulf Coast of Florida Book, this new edition takes you from Sarasota to Fort Myers, Naples to the Everglades, and everywhere in between.. Chelle Koster Walton offers great recommendations on inns, b&b’s and hotels, restaurants, sights and outdoor activities, and includes a new section of top spots for people with a limited amount of time to explore. Perfect for a weekend getaway, nature retreat, or a week at the beach. $17.95
Tennessee Handbook --The only guide to cover the entire state, it offers voluminous information for music lovers, civil war enthusiasts, Appalachian Trail hikers, and even fans of the annual Tomato Festival. Jeff Bradley leads you to all the sights and attractions, with an emphasis on outdoor recreation, and recommends lodgings and restaurants for all budgets. Practical detail and good maps make it easy to find your way. $17.95
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Georgia Handbook $17.95