Eastern USA - Understand Eastern USA & Survival Guide (Chapter)

This chapter contains the Understand Eastern USA, Eastern USA Today, History, The Way of Life, Food & Drink, Arts & Architecture, The Land & Wildlife, Survival Guide, Directory and Transportation chapters from Lonely Planet’s Eastern USA guidebook.

All the info you need on everything from history, food and arts to flights, public transportation, climate, money, the internet...you name it. Get hints on the gay and lesbian scene and tips for women travelers, kids and travelers with disabilities.

• a rundown on history, people and cultural events
• info on Eastern USA's architectural highlights
• details on the land and wildlife
• full coverage for foodies

Coverage includes: Understand Eastern USA, Eastern USA Today, History - from the first inhabitants to the war on terror, The Way of Life: Multiculturalism, Religion, Lifestyle, Sports, Baseball, Football and Basketball, Food & Drink: Local Flavors, NYC: Foodie Heaven, New England: Clam Bakes & Lobster Boils, Mid-Atlantic: Cheesesteaks, Crabcakes & Scrapple, The South: BBQ, Biscuits & Gumbo, Midwest: Burgers, Bacon, & Beer, Habits & Customs, Cooking Courses, Drinks, Beer, Wine and Spirits, Arts & Architecture: Music, Blues, Jazz, Country, Rock, Literature, Film & Television, Theater, Painting and Architecture, The Land & Wildlife: The Landscape, Land Mammals, Moose, Black Bear, Panther, Wolf & Coyote, Deer, Reptiles, Alligator & Crocodile, Sea Turtles, Snakes, Marine Mammals & Fish, Whales & Dolphins, Manatees, Birds, and Plants & Trees, Survival Guide, Directory and Transportation.