The Traveler's Web: An Extreme Searcher Guide To Travel Resources On The Internet

摘要

The Traveller's Web is the latest addition to the arena of travel handbooks and provides a very current, easy to read handbook on new and existing travel websites covering a wide range of areas. Like most travel guides, the intention of the book is to "help you get somewhere and make the most of your time there" (p. xxiii) and to increase awareness of internet resources that can help travellers. The intended audience is both private and business travellers. Although there are more resources listed for leisure travellers, many sites are suitable for both categories. Websites are assessed on criteria such as popularity, uniqueness, positive reviews, coverage, searchability, longevity and overall reputation. Aimed at the world tourist market, the majority of websites are USA and to a lesser extent UK, yet the global marketplace ensures the information is suitable for travellers from many countries. An added bonus is the websites that were selected are nearly all free or offer free resources.