With its seasoned writers, original viewpoints, and expert eye for getting the most out of a tight schedule, the much-loved 36 Hours column of The New York Times has set new standards for the weekend adventure. In this regional collection featuring nearly 60 revised and updated destinations, TASCHEN presents the best itineraries along the Pacific Coast of North America, and inland to the mountains, deserts, and plains west of the Mississippi River. Whether you're after a romantic beach getaway or a dose of the great outdoors, an adrenaline fix or relaxed Northern Californian vibes, discover perfectly packaged quick trips to make the most of your Friday through Sunday. From kayaking through Kachemak Bay in Alaska to bird-watching for night herons in Hawaii, each itinerary promises expert insights on what to see, eat, and experience in the West.From Abu Dhabi to Zurich, trust TASCHEN's New York Times 36 Hours series with your next travel adventure.

Author Biography

Barbara Ireland edits the 36 Hours, Explorer, and forthcoming Cultured Traveler series of travel books in collaboration with The New York Times and TASCHEN. A writer and editor based in upstate New York, she is a former deputy Travel editor and deputy Op-Ed page editor at The New York Times. She is a graduate of Cornell University and was a John S. Knight journalism fellow at Stanford University.