Perfect for travel lovers & list makers!
933297
I wanted sticky notes that were not the boring solid color you can get at an office supply store and these sure fit the bill!

They are made from good quality paper and even sharpies have not bled through them. After a few weeks of use, the adhesive on some of the "stuck" notes is still keeping them in my notebooks.

I also appreciate that they are contained on one pad - so the whole thing (with the 3 designs) can easily be tossed in a purse or backpack.

I will be buying this again when it is all used up.
762634
This is a really great book and a very innovative approach to travel planning! Basically there are 39 different locales to visit in the book, mostly museums, buildings, and entertainment venues. The book is cut into 3 strips horizontally. The top section is morning activities, the middle is afternoon, and the bottom is night. You can mix and match by turning the pages. I think some of the times of days are determined by when guided tours happen, or if eating might be involved. Each little page has a restaurant suggestion. I didn't find these very useful because I'm a vegetarian and I usually do a lot of restaurant research before trips.

Here are the sights included:

Morning:
Statue of liberty
911 memorial
Met museum
Moma
Chrysler building
Chelsea high line
Union Square
Natl Hist museum
Central park
Empire state building
Grand Central
Tenement museum
Brooklyn Bridge

Afternoon:
Ellis Island
Times sq
St John the divine
shopping in soho
new museum of contemporary art
Chelsea market
ny public library
radio city music hall
guggenheim
Washington sq park
Brooklyn museum
moma ps1
Brooklyn markets

evening:
Yankee Stadium
Broadway show
Apollo theater
Madison Square Garden
comedy cellar
top of the rock
snl
Carnegie Hall
lincoln center
blue note
coney island
le bernardin
Williamsburg

As you can see, all the basics are included. The page I found most useful was the map in the front. It has the list of attractions as numbered, color coded dots so you can see where everything is and plan your day depending how far you want to travel.
I'm giving 4 stars because this is a useful and innovative book BUT I would have liked to see even more attractions and ideas. This book is very thin but it is too tall and wide to fit in the back pocket of your pants. It will probably fit in most purses, but maybe not a fanny pack. Check the dimensions against your bag if you intend to take it around with you!

This has basics, great maps, and is lightweight. I will still do other research and will probably stick notes in this. I've read about 5-6 nyc travel books and I like that this one cuts to the chase and doesn't bog itself down with unneeded details. It's the perfect book to carry with you. I highly recommend this book!
2548758
I really enjoyed this book. The tips were practical and easy to put into action. Being a world traveler myself, I really enjoy seeing books that are built on lists. You can get in and get out quickly. There is a ton of useful tips in this book that you won't want to miss. Usually when traveling we think of how hard can it be. You buy the tickets, book a hotel, pack and travel.

However, there are many pitfalls that can be avoided by following the tips in this book. If you want some fresh ideas of making your travels safer and getting more bang for the buck, this book is for you!
2881360
I love what Rick did with this book - combining savvy travel tips, photography tips, and beautiful images into such a great read. My wife and I have been wanting to make this trip for a while now, and you can be sure this book will be our planning guide and our companion on the trip itself. My hats off to Rick and Susan for doing such a thorough job, and making the whole process fun. Highly recommended!
2528686
This is a well written, interesting & informative book.  It is a must for anyone who enjoys traveling or who wants to start traveling for the first time.  It allows you to make plans that suit your interest & pocketbook with ease and accuracy.  You get the "inside" information on all phases of travel!  It is a book you will enjoy sitting down with and just browsing or seriously studying for your next trip.  There are so many ways to cut the cost of your trips, whether short or around the world without sacrificing comfort or pleasure.  It will give you ideas on where to go, how to go and just what to do when you get there. Whether a seasoned traveler or a novice, you will receive many hours of pleasure from this book.  It is a MUST HAVE!  The author has done an excellent job of taking the mystery and work out of planning great trips for less money! She has made the information available in interesting and easy to understand prose.  I give the book and the author 5 STARS.
1173738
I used this book as the starting point to plan the round the world trip I'm on now and I'm supremely glad I did so. It was my one stop shop to plan my route, activities, budget, etc. I even reached out to Matt personally while planning and was astounded by how down to earth he was. A must-read for travelers!
4644042
This is an awesome book. It is so informative, organized and great reading for those of us planning our "bucket list" trip of a lifetime! Highly recommend!
2651334
I love my Shacke Paks! I first received it as a gift, and it's been so helpful to have when traveling (no longer need to sift through everything to find something) and also allows me to pack more efficiently. I've given it as gifts for fellow travel lovers/road warriors and have received rave reviews. Would recommend again!
4171420
First of all, I was so happy to find a purse sized planner in my favorite color scheme, yellow with shades of gray.  That alone had me swooning!  It fits nicely in most of my bags which are medium sized..  Lots of note taking space, ample room for writing down your daily tasks.  I have had my phone crash, so having a hard copy planner is a must.  This has nice little storage spots in the inside covers where you can put printouts, etc.  Lovely inspirational quotes.  So nice I got another for a friend's gift.  She concurs that it is fabulous!!
2380563
What better way to get to know yourself than by ranking your favorites (and occasionally, LEAST favorites) in all aspects of life? From the basics---like favorite foods, books, music, etc.---to some more thought-provoking ideas---such as the top attractions in the city you live in and things you'd like to do before you die---they've even thoughtfully included some space at the back for you to come up with your own lists! Each list is paired with an amusing illustration to help get the creative juices flowing. A nice quality book with a durable soft cover. Buy one for yourself or as a great gift for friends!

Also, don't miss Love Listography, perfect to do together with your partner to get to know each other better and have a great time doing it!
4775284
Love this book! It's very chic and stylish, with its non-tourist cover and lovely illustrations of major points of interest. I like that in each chapter there is a full explanation of each neighborhood or cultural area, then the list of addresses, websites and public transit stops for each place mentioned. This should make it very easy to create custom itineraries. The size is great, will fit in a small purse, and there is even a mini notebook and postcard included- very chic. I'm looking forward to using this along with Artistik London on my trip.
904907
To be upfront, I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review. That said, I would gladly purchase one or multiple copies of book. It's that good.

Whether you are a vacationer, a business traveler, or lucky enough to be a digital nomad, Mish does a great job of sharing actionable tips for any and all travelers. My favorite tips were in the packing section, as I am notorious for overpacking for any vacation that I take.
Two thumbs up!
1597730
This book is made for the traveler like me!  I definitely prefer to travel without the tour bus but I also like to make the most of my days and make sure I'm getting the expert's view of new places.  I have found myself all too often spending too much time trying to plan the day instead of enjoying the day. This book seems to offer the best of both worlds! I especially like the details and pictures about transportation and Sim cards. Buying train tickets and getting in the wrong lines have been previous frustrations so I really like the detail provided about what to buy and what to do.  As an artist myself, and one who has said, "Please not one more museum", connecting with locals is the most fun part of a trip for me and I like that this is an important consideration so that the goal is not just running from one monument to the next. This book is full of practical tips to help avoid fears of traveling alone. And when I read it, it makes it all so exciting and doable!. I think they got it right when they said, "Guide to Smart Travel".
4446724
My dream has always been to travel to the U.K. but I have never thought it was realistic because of the cost.  After reading Kristie Dean's ebook, and with the recommended planning, I can now pack my bags!  This mini-ebook shares tricks to save money on airfare, lodging, and travel for your overseas vacation.  She provides options to the reader allowing for different likes and needs and offers her own informed opinions based on years of experience.  Dean even saves the reader time by weeding through the vastness of the Internet to give us the best sites to use in planning trips.  You don't have to be a teacher to benefit from this book!
647685
This is my third PassPorter for WDW and I love it.  This is definitely my favorite book for planning vacations to WDW.  The format is so easy to use and fun to read.  I love the color photos throughout as well as the kid-friendly rating.  I read it all the time just getting excited about our fall trip!  It gives detailed descriptions of every ride, show, restaurant and several pages on each hotel.  There aren't tons of changes from the 2006 edition, but it does mention some new things that are in the works, etc.  You won't be disappointed in the PassPorter!
263002
To fully understand what you are getting I recommend reading the previous review "A Do It Yourself Travel Notebook" as that review is spot on.

I adore the city books.  Mine are full of notes for places to go, telephone numbers, websites, useful information...

My Boston book includes areas surrounding Boston, my Dublin book has listings for all of Ireland.  These are quite handy for the seasoned traveler or the adventurer planning a trip.  The tracing paper in the back of the notebook is wonderful for mapping your adventures.
3993735
Easy-to-use, wonderfully written, great suggestions! I love that there is "no planning required"! You can do as much or as little as you choose, combining multiple "day trips" into a longer weekend or so if you have more time in a particular area. I also like that Randi gives seasonal suggestions too. Perfect! I'm already planning on giving as a gift to several friends in the area!