Moon Ebooks

Ebooks for many Moon Travel Guides are available to buy directly from Moon.com, as well as via Amazon, Apple, Kobo, and NOOK. Browse our list of available travel ebooks below.

Moon Ebooks

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Moon Oregon

Ninth Edition
Judy Jewell and W. C. McRae

Outdoors enthusiasts and Portland residents Judy Jewell and W. C. McRae offer unique insight into Oregon's many offerings, from its lush forests and deep river canyons to its award-winning wines and friendly cities. Jewell and McRae include unique trip strategies that connect with travelers’ specific interests, such Natural History Road Trip, Eastern Oregon Ramble, and The Wine Route—a seven-day tour of the state's numerous wineries. With information on browsing through the Sisters Farmers' Market, attending Ashland's famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and kite-boarding near Hood River, Moon Oregon gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon Patagonia

Third Edition
Wayne Bernhardson

Veteran travel writer Wayne Bernhardson covers the best sights and adventures that Patagonia has to offer, from viewing the jagged peaks of Cuernos del Paine and hiking on Argentina's Moreno Glacier to visiting Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Bernhardson also offers various trip strategies, including The Andean Lakes Loop and The Natural History Tour. Including details on exploring the penguin-dotted Falkland Islands, staying in guest ranches in the Patagonian outback, and whale watching at the World Heritage Site of Península Valdés, Moon Patagonia gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Pennsylvania

Fourth Edition
Anna Dubrovsky

Pennsylvania resident and voracious traveler Anna Dubrovsky covers the best of the Keystone State, including Philadelphia, Amish country, the Pocono Mountains, Hershey, and Presque Isle. She offers a variety of unique travel strategies—from kid-pleasing getaways to rail fan meccas—and details the most popular sights, including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Fallingwater. Complete with expert tips on places to dine, sleep, and shop, Moon Pennsylvania gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Anna Dubrovsky

Moon Spotlight Pennsylvania Dutch Country is a 60-page compact guide covering Lancaster County, Gettysburg, Hershey, the state capital, and other highlights of south-central Pennsylvania, notable for its large Amish and Mennonite populations. Author Anna Dubrovsky offers her seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating this interesting region of the Keystone State uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Pennsylvania.

Moon Peru

Third Edition
Ross Wehner and Renée del Gaudio

Former Peru residents Ross Wehner and Renée Del Gaudio offer an insider's view of Peru, from exploring the churches and artisan neighborhoods of Cusco to avoiding the crowds at Machu Picchu and picnicking on the wilderness beach of Reserva Nacional Paracas. The husband-and-wife team also include unique trip ideas like Getting off the Gringo Trail, Archaeological Treasures, and 10 Days in Peru. Complete with details on trekking the Inca Trail, exploring the Amazon, and surfing in Lima, Moon Peru gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale and Sedona

Jeff Ficker

Longtime Phoenix journalist and Arizona Monthly co-founder Jeff Ficker has nearly a decade of experience covering Phoenix as a writer and editor. In Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona, he covers the hot spots of the Valley of the Sun, including Phoenix's sandstone peaks, the red rocks and vortexes of Sedona, and the best golf courses and shopping Scottsdale has to offer. Discover the rich culture of the Native American tribes who first settled the Valley, venture north to the leafy respite of Oak Creek Canyon, marvel at larger-than-life cacti at the Desert Botanical Garden, or explore fossils at the Mesa Southwest Museum. Packed with information on the best dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona caters to a range of travel budgets.

Moon Pittsburgh

Second Edition
Dan Eldridge

Long-time Pennsylvania resident Dan Eldridge provides a quirky look at Pittsburgh, from visiting the Andy Warhol Museum to grabbing a beer at a hipster bar in South Side. Dan includes unique trip ideas like Go Where the Locals Go, Fun and Cheap, and Out with the Parents. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Pittsburgh has lots of options for a range of travel budgets. Complete with details on the best insider spots in the city and how to make the most of two days in Pittsburgh, Moon Pittsburgh gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Portland

Hollyanna McCollom

Longtime resident Oregonian Hollyanna McCollom covers the best of the Portland area—including the Cultural District, the Alphabet District, and Alberta Street. McCollom provides a variety of travel strategies, such as The Best of Portland, Pint-sized P-Town, and Rainy Day Portland. McCollom covers the most popular sights: Ankeny Square, Skidmore Fountain, Union Station, and the Alberta Art Walk. Complete with expert tips on the best dining, as well as the best bars and nightclubs, Moon Portland gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon Prague & Budapest

Second Edition
Tom Dirlis

Journalist Tom Dirlis offers a one-of-a-kind view of these two remarkable European destinations, from where to go for the best view of the immense Prague Castle to visiting the picturesque artist colony of Szentendre. Dirlis provides unique trip ideas for a variety of travelers, such as The Royal Treatment, a castle and garden tour, and For Wine Lover’s Only, which offers a taste of the Eastern European wine country. Complete with details on exploring the famous borough of Mala Strana, letting off some steam in Budapest’s thermal baths, and witnessing the macabre architecture of the Sedlec Ossuary, Moon Prague & Budapest gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight Prince Edward Island

Second Edition
Andrew Hempstead

Moon Spotlight Prince Edward Island is a 60-page compact guide covering the best of the birthplace of Canada, including Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince County, and Cavendish. Travel writer and photographer Andrew Hempstead offers his firsthand advice on must-see attractions, as well as maps with sightseeing highlights, so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation, making navigating Canada's smallest, greenest province uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Atlantic Canada.

Moon Spotlight Providence

Michael Blanding & Alexandra Hall

Moon Spotlight Providence is a 70-page compact guide covering the best of Providence, including Waterplace Park and Riverwalk, Kennedy Plaza, Jackson-Gardner Park, and the Cranston Street Armory. Authors Michael Blanding and Alexandra Hall offer their seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and include maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating Rhode Island's capital city uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Rhode Island.

Moon Spotlight Reno & Tahoe

Scott Smith

Moon Spotlight Reno & Tahoe is a 110-page compact guide covering the best of Reno and Lake Tahoe, including Peppermill Casino, Riverfront Plaza, the Tahoe Rim Trail, and Diamond Peak. Author Scott Smith offers his seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating these two night-and-day destinations uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Nevada.

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Moon Rhode Island

Third Edition
Michael Blanding and Alexandra Hall

New England husband-and-wife team Michael Blanding and Alexandra Hall offer comprehensive coverage of Rhode Island, from isolated Block Island to urban Providence. Blanding and Hall provide unique trip ideas, including Eating Your Way Through the Ocean State, Nature Lovers' Tour, and 7-Day Best of Rhode Island. Whether you want to sail Narragansett Bay or visit Newport's International Tennis Hall of Fame, Moon Rhode Island gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight Salt Lake City & Park City

W. C. McRae & Judy Jewell

Moon Spotlight Salt Lake City & Park City is a 90-page compact guide covering the best of Salt Lake City and Park City, including Temple Square, Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, and Wasatch Mountain State Park. Authors W. C. McRae and Judy Jewell offer seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating these appealing destinations uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Utah.

Moon Spotlight Salvador & Bahia

Michael Sommers

Moon Spotlight Salvador & Bahia is an 85-page compact guide to the best of Salvador and Bahia. Brazil resident and magazine correspondent Michael Sommers offers his firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, and sightseeing highlights maps make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation. Helpful maps guide travelers through these two historic highlights of Brazil.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Brazil.

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Moon San Diego

Second Edition
Ericka Chickowski

Seasoned writer and outdoor enthusiast Ericka Chickowski offers an insider’s view of San Diego, from surfing at San Onofre State Beach to exploring the expansive San Diego Zoo. Ericka includes great trip ideas such as On a Mission, a tour of the city’s historical sights, and Surf and Turf, which covers recreational opportunities in and out of the water. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon San Diego has lots of options for a range of travel budgets.. With advice on where to grab a cocktail in the Gaslamp Quarter and hike in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Moon San Diego gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato and the Bajío

Julie Doherty Meade

Professional writer and longtime Mexico resident Julie Doherty offers up the inside scoop on the Bajío, from where to sip a margarita in San Miguel to how to best explore Guanajuato on foot. Doherty also provides original trip itinerary ideas, including The Best of the Bajío, Art Lover's Tour, and Desert Chill. Complete with tips on the best museums, historic sights, shopping, and food in the region, Moon San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato & the Bajío gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Santa Barbara & the Central Coast

Michael Cervin

Restaurant critic and travel writer Michael Cervin introduces you to the best of Santa Barbara and California's Central Coast, from Santa Barbara's stunning Spanish architecture to Ventura's treasure-filled thrift shops. A longtime resident of the Central Coast, Cervin has plenty of unique trip strategies to offer, including Going Green: Eco Winery Tours and Pedaling the Coast. Complete with inside information on golfing in Ojai, riding the waves at some of Santa Barbara's famous surf spots, and where to sample Santa Maria's famous tri-tip barbecue, Moon Santa Barbara & the Central Coast gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Santa Fe, Taos & Albuquerque

Third Edition
Zora O'Neill

New Mexico native Zora O’Neill shares her appreciation for the Land of Enchantment, from exploring Acoma Pueblo—a 12th-century Native American settlement built upon a 367-foot mesa—to hitting the slopes at Taos Ski Valley. O’Neill offers a variety of trip strategies, such as Weekend Getaways, American Indian Heritage, and Not Just Hot Tamales—a guide to sampling the tastiest examples of the region's distinctive cuisine. Full of tips on hiking aspen-covered mountainsides, wandering among crumbling Franciscan churches, and checking out the area's thriving art scene, Moon Santa Fe, Taos, & Albuquerque gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Spotlight São Paulo

Michael Sommers

Moon Spotlight São Paulo is a 70-page compact guide to the best of São Paulo. Brazil resident and magazine correspondent Michael Sommers offers his firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, and sightseeing highlights maps make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation. Helpful maps guide travelers through this bustling city.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Brazil.

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Moon Spotlight Savannah & the Georgia Coast

Second Edition
Jim Morekis

Moon Spotlight Savannah and the Georgia Coast is a 145-page compact guide covering historic Savannah and the Golden Isles, including Brunswick and Glynn County, Jekyll Island, St. Simon’s Island, Darien and McIntosh County, Cumberland Island, St. Mary’s, and the Okefenokee Swamp. Author Jim Morekis offers seasoned advice on must-see attractions, and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so you can make the most of your time. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation, as well as easy-to-read maps, making navigating these historic areas uncomplicated and enjoyable.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Charleston & Savannah.

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Moon Seoul

Jonathan Hopfner

Journalist Jonathan Hopfner gives travelers the benefit of his firsthand experience as a Seoul resident, providing unique insight into the many sides of this bustling city. Hopfner outlines entertaining travel strategies for exploring Seoul, including A Walk Through History, Nature in the City Limits, and Seoul with Children. From where to find the best-tasting and most affordable Korean barbecue to which areas are best for shopping and people-watching, Moon Seoul gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon Spotlight Sonoma Valley

Philip Goldsmith

Moon Spotlight Sonoma Valley is a 125-page compact guide covering California’s Southern and Northern Sonoma region. Author Philip Goldsmith offers his seasoned advice on what sights are must-sees and includes maps with sightseeing highlights so planning your time is easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreations, accommodations, food, and transportation. Helpful maps make navigating this idyllic region uncomplicated.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Northern California Wine Country.

Moon Living Abroad in South Korea

Jonathan Hopfner

Jonathan Hopfner has made the move to South Korea—twice. His experience as a journalist, investor, and homeowner has taught Jonathan the ins and outs of living in South Korea—from the banking and business realities, to the immigration and business procedures. It is this firsthand experience and advice that Jonathan brings to Moon Living Abroad in South Korea.

Moon Living Abroad in South Korea is packed with essential information and must-have details on setting up daily life, including obtaining visas, arranging finances, and gaining employment. You'll get practical advice on education, health care, and how to rent or buy a home that fits your needs. The book also includes color and black and white photos, illustrations, and maps—making the moving and transition process easy for businesspeople, students, teachers, retirees, and professionals.

Moon Spotlight Southeast Alaska

Don Pitcher

Moon Spotlight Southeast Alaska is a 144-page compact guide covering Southeast Alaska's highlights, including Ketchikan, Prince of Wales Island, Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, and Skagway. Author Don Pitcher offers his firsthand advice on what sights are must-sees, and sightseeing highlights maps make planning your time easy. This lightweight guide is packed with recommendations on sights, entertainment, shopping, recreation, accommodations, food, and transportation; and helpful maps guide travelers through the best of the region.

This Spotlight guidebook is excerpted from Moon Alaska.

Moon Living Abroad in Spain

Second Edition
Candy Lee LaBalle

Candy Lee LaBalle possesses unique experience in moving to Spain—her first attempt led her to return to the U.S. for three years, before trying again (this time, successfully) in 2003. Becoming immersed in the language, culture, and bureaucracy of Spain, Candy has made her home amongst Spanish friends, with a career in English consulting. In Moon Living Abroad in Spain, Candy helps newcomers navigate the ins and outs of relocating to this diverse country.

Moon Tahiti

Seventh Edition
David Stanley

South Pacific expert David Stanley knows the best way to vacation in Tahiti, from browsing the Papeete market to snorkeling off the island of Moorea. David also includes unique trip ideas like The Best of French Polynesia and Underwater in the Tuamotu Islands. Complete with details on taking lagoon tours and jeep safaris, lounging in Polynesian spas, and partaking in lavish seafood buffets, Moon Tahiti gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon Tahoe

Fifth Edition
Ann Marie Brown

California outdoors expert Ann Marie Brown provides you with the essential details needed to discover all of the can't-miss sights, attractions, and restaurants in and around Tahoe. Ski Squaw Valley's renowned slopes, hibernate in a cozy South Shore cabin, dine in Tahoe City, or hike the Tahoe Rim Trail—Brown will help you maximize your time with her insider's tips no matter which of Tahoe's offerings you choose to take advantage of. Including creative trip ideas for a variety of travelers, such as Summertime Family Fun and Adrenaline Junkie, Moon Tahoe gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Texas

Seventh Edition
Andy Rhodes

As a longtime Austin resident and writer for the Texas Historical Commission, Andy Rhodes knows the best ways to experience the Lone Star State. In keeping with the everything is bigger in Texas” motif the state is famous for, Rhodes covers a colossal amount of sights and activities, including catching up-and-coming indie bands at Austin’s South by Southwest music festival and exploring the rugged landscape of Big Bend National Park. Rhodes also offers unique trip strategies that help travelers plan trips according to their interests, such as Texas Food—an exploration of Southern cooking and Tex-Mex—and Overlooked Natural Wonders. With detailed information on everything from surfing and fishing the Gulf Coast to checking out museums in Dallas, Moon Texas gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

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Moon Living Abroad in Thailand

Suzanne Nam

Moon Thailand author and Bangkok resident Suzanne Nam knows what it takes to make the move to Thailand. As a dedicated travel writer who has lived in Thailand for more than four years, Nam has the firsthand know-how and insight to help you make a smooth transition to life in Southeast Asia. With her experience to guide you, you'll have no trouble avoiding common mistakes, engaging in Thai culture, and enjoying life to the fullest in this fast-evolving country.

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