It's simple. The premier travel series from the leading guidebook publisher offers what no other travel books do: complete, easy-to-use, and up-to-date travel information. With their worldwide coverage and winning combination of features, Frommer's Complete Guides stand out from the crowd and help travelers discover the world in a whole new way. Following are those features that millions of readers have come to rely on: -- Detailed, candid reviews of a wide selection of hotels and restaurants in every price range -- from budget to luxury -- Opinionated, up-to-date coverage of sightseeing, outdoor activities, shopping, and nightlife -- both on and off the beaten path -- Unique Best of the Destination chapters offering top travel choices -- Dozens of accurate maps keyed to the text, plus complete information on how to get there and get around -- Giant full-color fold-out maps, plus a full-color map on the inside front cover of every guide; full indexes for easy navigation -- Expert trip-planning advice, including a detailed Online Travel Directory in every annual guide -- Spectacular photographic covers, plus 8 to 16 pages of compelling color photos in the top-selling guides -- Exact prices for every hotel, restaurant, and attractionAs the city that boasts more free attractions than any other place in the nation, Washington, D. C., welcomed 21.2 million visitors in 1998 -- a 7% increase over 1997. With a complete overhaul of Reagan National Airport and an expansion planned for Dulles, as well as construction of six new hotels, the nation's capital is poised to host even more travelers. This guide offers travelers: -- A 16-page, full-color photo insert andfull-color fold-out map -- A complete sightseeing guide to the major attractions, historic monuments, parks, government buildings, exhibitions, museums, galleries, and more -- Thorough advice and information on affordable, kid-friendly accommodations, eateries, and special programs