Book description
Whether you want to tour historic houses, feast on Lowcountry cuisine, or party on King Street, the local Fodor's travel experts in Charleston are here to help! Fodor's In Focus Charleston guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.Fodor's In Focus Charleston travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 9 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "What to Eat and Drink in Charleston", "What to Buy in Charleston", "Best Historical Sights in Charleston" and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on "Kids and Families", "What to Watch and Read Before You Visit,", and "Best Tours" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: King Street, the Battery, Sullivan's Island, Fort Sumter National Monument, Folly Beach, Moncks Corner, Edisto Island, Hilton Head, Beaufort, and much more. Planning on visiting the rest of the American South? Check out Fodor's Carolinas and Georgia.*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
Airport Hobo
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Sidewalk Enforcer
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Silver Cup
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature.
Cinder Coffee
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
RightN0w2
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
Sky Dahlia
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Doll Champagne
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks.
Marshmallow
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings.
Disco Potato
🎙️ Grocery shopping has taken an exciting turn – I'm on a mission to explore new worlds through audiobooks! 🛒📚 🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖
Spooky Electric
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use.
Barbwire
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Little Drunk Girl
No more hassle with formats – this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Metal Aphrodite
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
RiddleRover
Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Sidewalk Enforcer
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Stud Buster
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. No more straining my eyes – this app lets me 'read' with my ears! ⏰ Maximizing my time with efficient features – this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. 📚⏳ I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly.
Bleach
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. 🧘♂️ Finding zen in the art of listening – this app takes mindfulness to a new level! 🧘♂️🎧 ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Lightweight
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! 💼 Merging work and pleasure – audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! 💻🎧 🎉 This app has turned my errands into exciting quests – I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! 🛒📖 ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers.
Roadblock
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
Tin Fox
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience