Books by Jason Cochran

Pauline Frommer's Walt Disney World and Orlando (Pauline Frommer Guides)

by Jason Cochran

Even though most American families will make at least one pilgrimage to Orlando, too many of them end up spending far more than they have to for their vacations. This book initiates you into the world of savvy discount travel shopping, from finding the very lowest airfares to booking theme park tickets through the right sources so you pay less.
The book has a complete breakdown of every major theme park's attractions--their best seats, their histories, how to evade their long lines--with opinionated advice on which to hit and which to skip, depending on your taste and age (and the age of your kids).
We'll explore lodgings in depth, starting with the best theme-park-based hotels for your money. We also name reputable renters of palatial digs such as full houses and condos located less than two miles from Disney, which come with screened-in pool, free internet, private game rooms and more--all for less than you'd spend on a cramped hotel room.
Featuring: In depth itineraries to help you make the most of your time in the theme parks The "Other" Orlando that most visitors miss, from behind the scenes tours showing you how the "magic" is made to a nearby, all-psychic community to a nature preserve with 3000 year old secrets Money saving tips on shopping, meals, attraction tickets and much more
And avoiding wallet drain for meals in Orlando is only half the battle. We cover secret, lesser-known local restaurants as well as give readers a useable, fun strategy for the best theme park meals.

Frommer's EasyGuide to Disney World, Universal and Orlando 2018 (EasyGuides)

by Jason Cochran

Preparing for an Orlando vacation can be a full-time job, and it costs a small fortune. Most other books on the market make the problem worse, burying vacationers in endless pages of pointless details unquestioningly cheering for the high-priced theme parks and resorts. But the lightweight, fact-packed Frommer’s’ 2018 EasyGuide cuts through the noise and compresses the information you truly need to know. No other book does what we do: Honest talk, solid essentials, and affectionate insider’s secrets to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and the inimitable culture and history of Orlando and Central Florida.
This Orlando guide is so groundbreaking that its author, Jason Cochran, was awarded Guide Book of the Year from the Society of American Travel Writers for creating it. Cochran, who is also the co-host of the popular Frommer Travel Show on radio, has been going to Orlando since the early 1970s and he keeps you on top of the newest developments in this ever-shifting tourist scene. He wants to help you master the parks with a minimum of anxiety and expense.
No other book is as comprehensive while remaining so concise and so honest. No other book synthesizes advice, history, and good sense in such an easy-to-read format. It’s smart―like you.

Smart appraisals of what’s worth waiting in line for ― and what you can skip ― using the Frommer’s star rating system, plus “don’t miss” sections for each park
Incredible restaurant recommendations ― a full chapter’s worth. It’s the only guide in which all city restaurants are family-owned and none are chains or franchises
16 pages of color photos
Interior maps of the theme parks, plus area maps marked with hotels, restaurants, and attractions
Rankings of the area’s best resorts and well-priced hotels, including bold warnings for which ones charge extra resort fees
Brilliant tips to save money, avoid crowds, and skip the lines
Fully updated insider details and secrets, including for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the new Pandora―The World of Avatar, and Volcano Bay.
Money-saving tips and hacks to tame the high cost of an Orlando holiday
Step-by-step itineraries whether you’re bringing kids or you aren’t
PLUS! A huge fold-out, indexed map of the entire Orlando area for on-the-go navigation
It’s Disney, the stress-free way!
There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

Frommer's EasyGuide to London 2017 (Easy Guides)

by Jason Cochran

Named “Best Guidebook of the Year” by the Society of American Travel Writers in a previous edition, this fiercely opinionated guide not only tells travelers what to see and do, but also what’s not worth their time. In a city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums, and shops. Cochran, as the judging panel noted, is also unusually talented at bringing culture and history to life, in an accessible and fun-to-read fashion. Whether your budget is large or tight, Cochran shows you London like a local—something many guides claim but few do as well as this one.

This book is fully updated yearly, has large easy-to-read type, and contains:

- Exact prices and tube stops for every listing in the book, so there’s never any nasty surprises
- A handy pull-out map, with helpful bulleted maps throughout, including a London Tube map
- Insightful discussions of London’s history and culture
- Opinionated reviews of attractions, nightlife, hotels, restaurants and shops in all price ranges
-16-page photo guide with vibrant photographs, at the front of the book plus black and white photos throughout

Frommer's England and Scotland (Color Complete Guide)

by Jason Cochran, Donald Strachan, Stephen Brewer, Lucy Gillmore

The British Isles are the single most popular trans-Atlantic destination for Americans, and an immense body of book-buyers will be the potential audience for this important new travel guide. It incorporates all the elements that have won best-seller status for Frommer's guidebooks: strong opinions colorfully expressed; up-to-date and recently researched information of all sorts; cost-conscious advice that covers every price range. This far-reaching guide of 600 some-odd pages, takes the visitor to every popular destination in England and Scotland, including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bath, Oxford, Liverpool, Manchester, and more--and, of course, London. A fold-out map, numerous interior maps, and four-color photographs throughout, will make this an exceptionally valuable purchase.

Frommer's EasyGuide to DisneyWorld, Universal and Orlando 2019

by Jason Cochran

Preparing for an Orlando vacation can be a full-time job, and it costs a small fortune. Most other books on the market make the problem worse, burying vacationers in endless pages of pointless details unquestioningly cheering for the high-priced theme parks and resorts. But the lightweight, fact-packed Frommer’s’ 2019 EasyGuide cuts through the noise and compresses the information you truly need to know. No other book does what we do: Honest talk, solid essentials, and affectionate insider’s secrets to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and the inimitable culture and history of Orlando and Central Florida.
This Orlando guide is so groundbreaking that its author, Jason Cochran, was awarded Guide Book of the Year from the Society of American Travel Writers for creating it. Cochran, who is also the co-host of the popular Frommer Travel Show on radio, has been going to Orlando since the early 1970s and he keeps you on top of the newest developments in this ever-shifting tourist scene. He wants to help you master the parks with a minimum of anxiety and expense.
No other book is as comprehensive while remaining so concise and so honest. No other book synthesizes advice, history, and good sense in such an easy-to-read format. It’s smart―like you.

Smart appraisals of what’s worth waiting in line for ― and what you can skip ― using the Frommer’s star rating system, plus “don’t miss” sections for each park
Incredible restaurant recommendations ― a full chapter’s worth. It’s the only guide in which all city restaurants are family-owned and none are chains or franchises
16 pages of color photos
Interior maps of the theme parks, plus area maps marked with hotels, restaurants, and attractions
Rankings of the area’s best resorts and well-priced hotels, including bold warnings for which ones charge extra resort fees
Brilliant tips to save money, avoid crowds, and skip the lines
Fully updated insider details and secrets, including for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the new Pandora―The World of Avatar, and Volcano Bay.
Money-saving tips and hacks to tame the high cost of an Orlando holiday
Step-by-step itineraries whether you’re bringing kids or you aren’t
PLUS! A huge fold-out, indexed map of the entire Orlando area for on-the-go navigation
It’s Disney, the stress-free way!
There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

Frommer's EasyGuide to London 2020

by Jason Cochran

This is London advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with suggestions about what to see and do, but also whats not worth your time. Whether you want to see Big Ben or the Harry Potter studios, Trafalgar Square or the V&A, London is a city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums, and shops. Author Jason Cochran is the guide you want to have a pint with, bringing culture and history to life with wit and plain talk?it feels like hes right there with you. Whether your budget is large or tight, youll see London like a local?something many guides claim but none do as well as this one.
Cochran was awarded Best Guidebook of the Year by the Society of American Travel Writers for a previous edition of this guide.
Frommers EasyGuide to London 2020 contains:
16 pages of color photos, plus dozens more photos throughout the book
Tube stops for every listing to help you navigate ancient streets quickly, plus a comprehensive section on strategies for the Underground
Brilliant walking tours spanning the city, with maps
Whats free, whats good for kids, whats authentic, whats new
Area maps marked with attractions, restaurants, and hotels, plus a London Tube map
Interior maps of Westminster Abbey, St Pauls Cathedral, the Tower of London, and the British Museum
Smart itineraries, including for families and short stays
Newly expanded attractions recommendations
Section devoted to the citys greatest pubs
Insightful tips for navigating Londons customs and culture
Smart reviews of attractions, nightlife, hotels, restaurants and shops in all price ranges using the Frommers star rating system
Surprising section on overrated attractions that arent worth your time
Section on great daytrips, including Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor, and the setting for Downton Abbey
PLUS! A handy pull-out, indexed map of London for touring on the go
Theres a reason that Frommers has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.

Frommer's Easyguide to Disney World, Universal and Orlando 2020

by Jason Cochran

Preparing for an Orlando vacation can be a full-time job, and it costs a small fortune. Most other books on the market make the problem worse, burying vacationers in endless pages of pointless details unquestioningly cheering for the high-priced theme parks and resorts. But the lightweight, fact-packed Frommers 2020 EasyGuide cuts through the noise and compresses the information you truly need to know. No other book does what we do: Honest talk, solid essentials, and affectionate insider secrets to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and the inimitable culture and history of Orlando and Central Florida.
This Orlando guide is so groundbreaking that its author, Jason Cochran, was awarded Guide Book of the Year from the Society of American Travel Writers for creating it. Cochran, who is also the co-host of the popular Frommer Travel Show on radio, has been going to Orlando since the early 1970s and he keeps you on top of the newest developments in this ever-shifting tourist scene. He wants to help you master the parks with a minimum of anxiety and expense.
No other book is as comprehensive while remaining so concise and so honest. No other book synthesizes advice, history, and good sense in such an easy-to-read format. Its smartlike you.

Smart appraisals of what is worth waiting in line for?and what you can skip?using the Frommers star rating system, plus dont miss sections for each park

Incredible restaurant recommendations ?a full chapters worth. It is the only guide in which all city restaurants are family-owned and none are chains or franchises
16 pages of color photos
Interior maps of the theme parks, plus area maps marked with hotels, restaurants, and attractions
Rankingsof the areas best resorts and well-priced hotels, , including bold warnings for which ones charge extra resort fees
Brilliant tips to save money, avoid crowds, and skip the lines
Fully updated insider details and secrets, including for The Star Wars: Galaxies Edge, Pandora -The World of Avatar, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Volcano Bay
Money-saving tips and hacks to tame the high cost of an Orlando holiday
Step-by-step itineraries whether you are bringing kids or not
PLUS! A huge fold-out, indexed map of the entire Orlando area for on-the-go navigation
Disney, the stress-free way!
About Frommer's:
Theres a reason that Frommers has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.

Frommer's EasyGuide to London 2014 (Easy Guides)

by Jason Cochran

Selling for a lower price than any similar guidebook, and deliberately limited to a short 256 pages, this EasyGuide is an exercise in creating easily-absorbed travel information. It emphasizes the authentic experiences in each destination:the most important attractions, the classic method of approaching a particular destination; the best choices for accommodations and meals; the best ways to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Because it is "quick to read, light to carry", it is called an "EasyGuide", and reflects Arthur Frommer's lifetime of experience in presenting clear and concise travel advice.

Frommer's EasyGuide to London 2019

by Jason Cochran

This is London advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with advice about what to see and do, but also what’s not worth your time. Whether you want to see Big Ben or the Harry Potter studios, Trafalgar Square or the V&A, London is a city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums, and shops. Author Jason Cochran is the guide you want to have a pint with, bringing culture and history to life with wit and plain talk―it feels like he’s right there with you. Whether your budget is large or tight, you’ll see London like a local―something many guides claim but none do as well as this one.
Cochran was awarded “Best Guidebook of the Year” by the Society of American Travel Writers for a previous edition.
Frommer’s EasyGuide to London 2019 contains:
16 pages of color photos, plus dozens more photos throughout the book
Tube stops for every listing to help you navigate ancient streets quickly, plus a comprehensive section on strategies for the Underground
Brilliant walking tours spanning the city, with maps
What’s free, what’s good for kids, what’s authentic, what’s new
Area maps marked with attractions, restaurants, and hotels, plus a London Tube map
Interior maps of Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, and the British Museum
Smart itineraries, including for families and short stays
Newly expanded attractions recommendations
Section devoted to the city’s greatest pubs
Insightful tips for navigating London’s customs and culture
Smart reviews of attractions, nightlife, hotels, restaurants and shops in all price ranges using the Frommer’s star rating system
Surprising section on overrated attractions that aren’t worth your time
Section on great daytrips, including Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor, and the setting for Downton Abbey
PLUS! A handy pull-out, indexed map of London for touring on the go
There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

Frommer's EasyGuide to London 2018 (EasyGuides)

by Jason Cochran

This is London advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with advice about what to see and do, but also what’s not worth your time. Whether you want to see Big Ben or the Harry Potter studios, Trafalgar Square or the V&A, London is a city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums, and shops. Author Jason Cochran is the guide you want to have a pint with, bringing culture and history to life with wit and plain talk―it feels like he’s right there with you. Whether your budget is large or tight, you’ll see London like a local―something many guides claim but none do as well as this one.
Cochran was awarded “Best Guidebook of the Year” by the Society of American Travel Writers for a previous edition.
Frommer’s EasyGuide to London 2018 contains:
16 pages of color photos, plus dozens more photos throughout the book
Tube stops for every listing to help you navigate ancient streets quickly, plus a comprehensive section on strategies for the Underground
Brilliant walking tours spanning the city, with maps
What’s free, what’s good for kids, what’s authentic, what’s new
Area maps marked with attractions, restaurants, and hotels, plus a London Tube map
Interior maps of Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, and the British Museum
Smart itineraries, including for families and short stays
Newly expanded attractions recommendations
Section devoted to the city’s greatest pubs
Insightful tips for navigating London’s customs and culture
Smart reviews of attractions, nightlife, hotels, restaurants and shops in all price ranges using the Frommer’s star rating system
Surprising section on overrated attractions that aren’t worth your time
Section on great daytrips, including Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor, and the setting for Downton Abbey
PLUS! A handy pull-out, indexed map of London for touring on the go
There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

Frommer's Best of Florida

by Lesley Abravanel, Jason Cochran, Beth Luberecki

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by AI, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We employ the best local experts to author our guides, in this case, Tampa-based journalist Beth Luberecki, Miami-based newspaper reporter Leslie Abravanel, and award-winning theme park expert Jason Cochran. In this fully updated, highly detailed guide, they show readers how to see the best of Florida in the smartest, most cost-effective and time-efficient way. Destinations covered in the guide are: Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Keys, the Dry Tortugas, the Florida Everglades, the Space Coast, St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, Amelia Island, the Tampa Bay area, Jacksonville, Palm Beach and Boca Raton.

The guide includes:

• Expertly curated itineraries that allow visitors to see different parts of the state in the most logical and enjoyable way possible
• Smart strategies for getting the most out of a visit to the theme parks of Orlando
• Detailed maps marked with attractions, hotels, and restaurants
• Exact pricing for hotels, restaurants, attractions, and tours so that there's never any guessing
• Invaluable advice about what you'll need to reserve in advance, and what time of day to visit the top sights in order to avoid crowds
• Fascinating and easy-to-read background on the culture, history and natural history of the state.
• Picks in all price categories, so you can splurge or be frugal, using the Frommer's star rating system
• Helpful planning advice for getting there, getting around, getting the best price on lodgings, and getting the most from your trip

About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for nearly 70 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have sold over 75 million books, and welcomed millions more to Frommers.com, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Frommer's England and Scotland

by Jason Cochran, Donald Strachan, Stephen Brewer, Simon Willmore, Deborah Collcutt, Katie Featherstone, Samantha Priestley

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by A.I., or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We use seasoned, locally-based journalists like Deborah Collcutt, Katie Featherstone, Samantha Priestley, Simon Willmore, and Donald Strachan, plus part-time residents like Jason Cochran and Stephen Brewer because they are all real experts. The seven of them spent months checking out all of England's and Scotland's best hotels, attractions, shops, wineries, and restaurants in person, so they could offer authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the venues that suit your tastes and budget. In short, use this book and you'll be eating in the places most tourists don't know about, visiting top attractions at times when the crowds are at their thinnest, and patronizing the bars and clubs Brits and Scots hold dear.

Inside the guide:

• Full-color photos and helpful maps, including a detachable foldout map
• Detailed itineraries for planning your trip to suit your schedule and interests (and help you avoid lines and crowds)
• Candid reviews of the best restaurants, historic sights, museums, tours, shops, and experiences―and no-punches-pulled info on the ones not worth your time and money
• Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, telephone numbers, and more
• Compelling cultural information so that you'll better understand the history, cuisine, and traditions of both Britain and Scotland
• Budget-planning help with the lowdown on prices and ways to save money, whether you're traveling on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury

About Frommer's: There's a reason Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles, become a household name, and helped millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Frommer's London

by Jason Cochran

This is London advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with suggestions about what to see and do, but also what's not worth your time. Whether you want to see Big Ben or the Harry Potter studios, Trafalgar Square or the V&A, London is a city with an overwhelming number of attractions, lodgings, restaurants, museums, and shops.

Author Jason Cochran is the guide you want to have a pint with, bringing culture and history to life with wit and plain talk―it feels like he's right there with you. Whether your budget is large or tight, you'll see London like a local―something many guides claim but none do as well as this one.

Cochran was awarded "Best Guidebook of the Year" by the Society of American Travel Writers for a previous edition of this guide.

Frommer's London contains:

• Dozens of full color photos throughout the book

• Tube stops for every listing to help you navigate ancient streets quickly, plus a comprehensive section on strategies for the Underground

• Brilliant walking tours spanning the city, with maps

• What's free, what's good for kids, what's authentic, what's new

• Area maps marked with attractions, restaurants, and hotels, plus a London Tube map

• Interior maps of Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, and the British Museum

• Smart itineraries, including for families and short stays

• Newly expanded attractions recommendations

• Section devoted to the city's greatest pubs

• Insightful tips for navigating London's customs and culture

• Smart reviews of attractions, nightlife, hotels, restaurants and shops in all price ranges using the Frommer's star rating system

• Surprising section on overrated attractions that aren't worth your time

• Section on great day trips, including Oxford, Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor, and the setting for Downton Abbey

• PLUS! A handy pull-out, indexed map of London for touring on the go

About Frommer's: There's a reason Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles, become a household name, and helped millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Frommer's Disney World, Universal, and Orlando

by Jason Cochran

Preparing for an Orlando vacation can be a full-time job, and it costs a small fortune. Most other books on the market make the problem worse, burying vacationers in endless pages of pointless details unquestioningly cheering for the high-priced theme parks and resorts. But this lightweight, fact-packed guide cuts through the noise and compresses the information you truly need to know. No other book does what we do: Honest talk, money-saving tips, and affectionate insider secrets to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and the inimitable culture and history of Orlando and Central Florida.

This groundbreaking Orlando guide was named Guide Book of the Year by the Society of American Travel Writers. Author Jason Cochran started going to Orlando as a child in the early 1970s and he keeps you on top of the newest developments in this ever-shifting tourist scene. He wants to help you master the parks with a minimum of anxiety and expense.

No other book is as comprehensive while remaining so concise and so honest. No other book synthesizes advice, history, and good sense in such an easy-to-read format. It's smart―like you.

• Savvy tips for avoiding crowds, and skipping the lines

• Money-saving hacks to tame the high cost of an Orlando holiday

• Step-by-step itineraries whether you are bringing kids or not

• Smart appraisals of what is worth waiting in line for―and what you can skip―using the Frommer's star rating system, plus "don't miss" sections for each park

• A full chapter's worth of restaurant recommendations. This is the only guide in which all city restaurants are family-owned and none are chains or franchises

• 16 pages of color photos

• Interior maps of the theme parks, plus area maps marked with hotels, restaurants, and attractions

• Rankings of the area's best resorts and well-priced hotels, including bold warnings for which ones charge extra resort fees

• Fully updated with insider details and secrets, including for The Star Wars: Galaxies Edge, Pandora -The World of Avatar, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Volcano Bay

• PLUS! A huge fold-out, indexed map of the entire Orlando area for on-the-go navigation

Disney, the stress-free way!

About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.