Michael Shapiro's Internet Travel Planner: How to Plan Trips and Save Money Online - Softcover

Shapiro, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762705795 ISBN 13: 9780762705795

Publisher: Globe Pequot Press, 2000

Synopsis

This completely revised and updated edition shows you how to locate hard-to-find information, get good eals, find airline and train schedules, book tickets, and rent cars.

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Review

"Excellent online travel planning tips and resources"--Rick Steves, author, "Europe Through the Back Door""Nobody stays on top of the fast-changing world of Internet travel as well as Michael Shapiro."--John Flinn, travel editor, "San Francisco Chronicle""Michael Shapiro is the ideal writer to guide readers through the world of Internet travel: Not only is he a seasoned technology reporter, but he's an enthusiastic international traveler. The book reveals these two strengths in every chapter."-- Craig Stoltz, "The Washington Post" "provides valuable guidance for those just learning how to research and plan trips on line. Also useful is a glossary of terms that too many computer experts wrongly assume we understand."--"Houston Chronicle," December 17, 2000(praise for a previous edition)

From the Back Cover

Michael Shapiro's Internet Travel Planner is your shortcut to online travel planning. Packed with insider know-how, step-by-step instructions, and shrewd travel advice, this guidebooks will help you save both time and money by using the Internet to plan your next vacation or business trip. Learn how to find the best travel bargains, take advantage of exclusive online deals, compare ticket prices and make reservations, check schedules for delays and changes and all without leaving your house. Discover how to join online discussion forums to connect with others who have been there, plug into restaurant reviews, newspapers, and weather forecasts, create your own custom guidebook using free online resources and stay connected while on the road. Whether you want to be your own travel agent or simply learn more about your destination, this guidebook gives you everything you need to become a travel expert.

About this edition

• Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0762705795
• ISBN 13: 9780762705795
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320