the Official Blog of the Unofficial Guides

Join Renee Sklarew, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Washington D.C., as she takes us on a White House Tour. When working on the guidebook she wanted to see for herself and explain the experience of the current White House tour so others would know what to expect.

Caesars Palace—A Roman theme executed with astounding artistry and attention to detail Fifty years old in 2016, Caesars Palace was the first of the themed hotels and casinos to fully realize its potential, and it is among the foremost at staying fresh through constant updating and remodeling. The perennial classic that reinvents itself, Caesars is a must-see, even if you don’t stay

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a stunningly beautiful theme park. Add a population of more than 1,000 animals, replicas of Africa’s and Asia’s most intriguing architecture, and a diverse array of attractions, and you have the most distinctive of all Walt Disney World theme parks.

We are excited to announce the NEW Mall of America Guide by the Unofficial Experts and we are celebrating the release with a GIVEAWAY. But first more about this exciting new book.

Legoland Hotel — the hotel that bricks built If spending your day surrounded by LEGOs isn’t enough, you can lay your head at the hotel that bricks built—but don’t worry, your pillow won’t be made of plastic. Opened in 2015, the Legoland Hotel is steps from the park entrance and boasts 152 rooms, all of which have king-size beds in