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The publisher says: Thoroughly revised and updated for 2008, each easy-to-use regional travel guide is organized alphabetically by state and/or province and provides meticulously detailed maps with mileage charts; sections describing annual and seasonal events, visitor attractions, landmarks, and recreational activities; enhanced accommodations and restaurant ratings; helpful travel tips and valuable coupons; and a new, larger, trim size and lay-flat binding. In addition to Alaska, this guide covers Washington State, Idaho, Oregon and Canada's Vancouver, British Columbia.

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Title: Northwest & Alaska 2008
Publisher: Mobil Travel Guide
Pub. date: Feb. 1, 2008
Paperback; 400 pages
List price: $18.95
ISBN-10: 0762746629
ISBN-13: 978-0762746620

The publisher says: Highly sought after by Alaska river runners, Alaska River Guide is the premier guide to Alaskan paddling. Karen Jettmar's insightful narrative combined with detailed river maps, photographs, and crucial at-a-glance information provides readers with the knowledge they need to plan a successful Alaska river trip. Details such as cautions to river hazards, prime paddling season, directions to river access points, and summaries of fish and wildlife encountered round out this one-of-a-kind guide.

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Title: The Alaska River Guide: Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting in the Last Frontier (3rd Edition)
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Pub. date: Feb. 28, 2008
Author: Karen Jettmar
Paperback; 304 pages
List price: $16.95
ISBN-10: 0897329570
ISBN-13: 978-0897329576

The publisher says: Enjoy every minute of your Alaska vacation! With this comprehensive guide to the sights and stops on Alaska and Northwest Passage cruises, you can plan your trip and choose the ports and excursions that you find most appealing. With the author's own wonderful Alaska stories and information on wildlife, native culture, landmarks, historical sites, shopping and more, you won't miss a thing. Upton's Handbook traces the route used by most Alaska cruises, with maps and text keyed to a route numbering/navigational system that is frequently announced onboard, allowing the passenger to easily follow his ship's progress from Mile One. The wonderful illustrated maps and color photography throughout keep you informed throughout your journey, making a wonderful souvenir when it ends.

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Title: The Alaska Cruise Handbook: A Mile by Mile Guide
Publisher: Graphic Arts Center Publishing Co.
Pub. date: Nov. 15, 2007
Authors: Joe Upton, Eric Wohlforth
Paperback; 304 pages
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 0979491509
ISBN-13: 978-0979491504

The publisher says: Detailed routes and advice for heading into the wilds of Alaska and northwestern Canada are provided in this guide for RV and tent campers. This grand tour of Alaska covers the infamous Alaskan Highway, routes throughout the Yukon and Alaskan outback and the ferry system in southeast Alaska. Campgrounds throughout the region are listed with descriptions of amenities and recreational opportunities, maps and contact information for each. Important details are discussed, including border crossings, budget planning, vehicle preparation, appropriate clothing, road conditions and possible wildlife encounters. Included is recreational information on hiking, mountain biking, boating, rafting, kayaking and viewing wildlife.

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Title: Traveler's Guide to Alaskan Camping: Explore Alaska and The Yukon with RV or Tent
Publisher: Rolling Homes Press (Traveler's Guide Series)
Pub. date: April 1, 2008
Authors: Mike Church, Terri Church
Paperback; 448 pages
List price: $21.95
ISBN-10: 0974947164
ISBN-13: 978-0974947167