Avalon Travel.

Avalon Travel

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Four excellent new travel guides provide destination-oriented readers with new insights and information. Andrew Hempstead's MOON HANDBOOKS: CANADIAN ROCKIES (1566916992, $17.95) appears in its fourth updated edition and includes Banff and Jasper National Parks as it packs in maps, small black and white photos, and travel details throughout the Canadian Rockies. From history to wildlife, outdoors activities and accommodations and shopping, CANADIAN ROCKIES is a 'must' for planning any trip to the region. Wayne Bernhardson's MOON HANDBOOKS: ARGENTINA (1566915090, $19.95) appears in its first edition to provide an important exploration of Argentina's wonders. From Buenos Aires to Patagonia, Argentina's many different regions receive in-depth coverage, maps, black and white photos, and a satisfying blend of outdoor versus shopping info. Choose Gary McKechnie's GREAT AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE TOURS (1566914485, $19.95) if you're an independent-minded motorcycle rider who wants to experience the best motorcycle routes in the country. In this update of his best-seller guide, McKechnie covers not just major trips, but side trips, what equipment to bring, and motorcycle clubs and web sites. Simply invaluable for the motorcycle traveler. Asia society's lovely ASIA IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA: A CULTURAL TRAVEL GUIDE (1566917433, $17.95) uses local writers to gain details on Asian history and local cultural offerings. From restaurants and art to religion, alternative medicine and even nightlife, all things Asian are exposed.

Diane C. Donovan

West Coast Editor