New Releases by Birnbaum GUIDES

Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World, the most respected and well-known name in travel guides, takes readers to the world’s most popular tourist attraction. Since ours is the only guidebook that’s official, this book includes the most accurate information on prices, changes, and new attractions for 2008. Highlights include the scoop on "Magical Beginnings," Walt Disney World''s specially tailored, money-saving vacation plan for families with pre-schoolers, and updates on Pleasure Island''s new venues, eateries, and shopping opportunities. This new edition includes the scoop on the surprises in store as Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known at the Disney-MGM Studios) marks its 20th anniversary. We’ll also take an insider''s look at the thrilling new interactive attraction, Toy Story Mania. Other updates include new tips and Birnbaum’s Bests; all the insider info about stage shows, parades, and nighttime spectaculars; prices and ticket options; customized travel tips for teenagers, international travelers, guests with disabilities; and a comprehensive character meal chart to help guests pick their favorite dining spots.

This updated edition of Birnbaum’s Disneyland Resort, the most respected and well-known name in Disney guides, takes readers through Walt Disney’s first theme park with ease and flair. Since our guide is the only guide that’s official, this book includes the most accurate and current information on prices and attractions. This edition includes details on some big changes brewing at Disney’s California Adventure (including an entire new "land" themed to the hit Disney•Pixar film Cars!), and we give readers the whole scoop. Other updates include an insider''s look at the expansion of Disney’s Grand Californian Resort and Spa, tips on how to catch the "Wildcat fever" at the peppy new show: "High School Musical 2—School’s Out!", expanded coverage of the popular "Pirates Lair on Tom Sawyer Island", and descriptions of all the latest happenings at Downtown Disney District Our guide is also the only one allowed to feature Disney characters. And Birnbaum’s Disneyland Resort is the most comprehensive guidebook, offering complete information on the Magic Kingdom, Disney’s California Adventure, and Downtown Disney, as well as details about Anaheim area attractions, things to do in Los Angeles, and special driving routes around Southern California. This is the only guide to Disneyland that readers need, entirely updated every year.

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Every area and attraction of Walt Disney World is covered, with kids’ honest reactions and impressions included. There is a whole chapter devoted to each of the theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney''s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Another chapter describes the rest of Walt Disney World, including Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Fort Wilderness, Downtown Disney, and dining spots with kid appeal. The book is updated annually, and the 2009 edition features lots of new tips and attraction reviews from young "Disney Experts" around the world. We''ll tell kids how to catch "Wildcat fever" at the rollicking new show, "High School Musical 2—School’s Out!" And we''ll give young readers the inside scoop on the newest WDW attractions, including the thrilling Toy Story Mania!

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Our book is written specifically for children, who range in age from 8 to 14. Every area and attraction of Walt Disney World is covered, with kids’ honest reactions and impressions included. There is a whole chapter devoted to each of the theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, the Disney-MGM Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Another chapter describes the rest of Walt Disney World, including Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Fort Wilderness, Downtown Disney, and dining spots with kid appeal. The book is updated annually, and the 2008 edition features an expanded scrapbook section for kids to preserve the magical memories of their trip to WDW, as well as a handy guide to the Magic Kingdom''s new Princess and Pirate parties. We’ve also included more tips on finding Hidden Mickeys at Walt Disney World!

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information.