Day by day guidebook apps from Frommer's

WHAT Frommer's Day by Day

HOW MUCH $9.99-$14.99

WHAT THEY DO Bring seven titles from Frommer's Day by Day travel guidebook series -- Alaska, California, Costa Rica, France, Great Britain, Japan and Spain -- to the portable screen. These books and apps are especially great for travelers who want shortcuts to the "best of" a destination and info on drives, restaurants, lodging, landmarks and more.

WHAT'S HOT Apps are filled with high-quality content, including photos, maps and live weather forecast windows.

WHAT'S NOT The California Day by Day app kept crashing, perhaps because it was used on a nearly full, original iPad.

WORTH IT If you've been reluctant to put down your guidebook, these apps will make that move less painful. Try one.