Guidebooks taking hit from smartphonesSocial media and smartphone apps are letting tourists ditch generic guidebooks abd add more mystery.Social media and smartphone apps are letting tourists ditch generic guidebooks and add a little extra to their trips away from home. Share1 min readPublished 16 May 2011 4:02pmUpdated 26 August 2013 9:20amSource: CNNShare this with family and friendsCopy linkShare