Down-to-earth and informative, the book offers insights on how to break down cultural barriers, relate with the people and appreciate the country for its worth. The book also gives useful advice on practical matters such as how to find suitable accommodation and education institutions for your family, unravelling British English and choosing from the rich variety of leisure activities that the country has to offer. Even for those who come from English-speaking countries, CultureShock! Britain is the essential guide that helps people understand the intricacies that are uniquely British.
Eclectic, personal selectionHand-picked and meticulously inspected properties in Britain, Ireland, France, Paris, Italy, Spain and Portugal. English stately homes, French chateaux, Irish lighthouses, Spanish monasteries, Portuguese forts, hunting and fishing lodges, farmhouses, townhouses, vineyards and cottages. Each one chosen because the Sawday team likes it.Sawday styleSeductive, lively, fresh, humorous and, above all, engagingly honest. Fun to read -- even if you're stuck at home! said The New York Times. Charm, character, beautiful architecture, good conversation, delicious food, and hosts who actually like having guests are in. False smiles, poor value, stuffy staff, faceless chain hotels and pretentious over-priced places are out.Expensive? No!Hundreds of incredible special places are under $30 a head! Sawday readers all over the world are amazed to find that the best vacations need not cost a fortune.Simply differentAlastair Sawday Publishing retains complete editorial control, and each entry has full-color photographs, regional maps, and precise directions. Quirky, specially designed symbols indicate English-speaking hosts, non-smoking properties, organic produce, disabled access, and whether owners welcome children and household pets. There are even guidelines on language (including useful phrases), social customs, and holidays.Find Island bolt-holes, Georgian shooting lodges, restaurants with rooms and castles. This eclectic selection is a triumphal testimony to those who have held out against the predatory hordes of international hotel companies, chains and conglomerates. Over 100 places under 50 a head. Incredible value, extraordinary people.
Practical information about culture, customs, and details of daily life that will be useful to travellers, business people, and new residents. Concludes with a "cultural quiz" in which situations are described with a choice of actions and explanations of the correct choices.
A fully illustrated social history profiling forty historic hotels spread over five regions of the southern interior of British Columbia, covering the time period of the 1890s to 1950s. Room at the Inn reveals the long-forgotten histories of British Columbia’s early hospitality industry, through the riveting stories of the men and women who built, ran, and frequented hotels, hostelries, resorts, and roadhouses in the southern Interior. From the Similkameen town of Keremeos to Spences Bridge at the confluence of the Thompson and Nicola Rivers, east to the Alberta border along the Trans-Canada Highway, and south to the Canada–US border, the history of these hotels mirrors the history of BC’s mining towns and boom-bust economy of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, as waves of prospectors, settlers, and eventually tourists shaped the culture of the province that we know today. Of the forty historic hotels profiled in this book, all contributed to their communities in various ways. They provided more than just a roof over the heads of weary travellers; they were often the sites of live entertainment, places where community members could meet and socialize. Some even doubled as makeshift hospitals during wildfires and floods. Through colourful anecdotes, meticulous research, and fascinating archival photography, Room at the Inn transports readers to a bygone era and pays tribute to the pioneers, entrepreneurs, and hard-work men and women who built and operated these historic accommodations.
The National Geographic Traveler guidebooks are in tune with the growing trend toward experiential travel. Each book provides inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice for a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. These books serve a readership of active, discerning travelers, and supply information, historical context, and cultural interpretation not available on the Internet. Italy offers a perfect combination of art, culture, monuments, food, fashion, shopping and fun. The natural landscapes are unique in their variety and completely harmonized with human activity. This book takes its readers on a journey through the peninsula, in the company of one of the best-known Italian tourist guides. There are practical tips on organizing a tour, descriptions of the history and the culture of Italy, its art and artisan movements, and of course, the cuisine. The chapters of the guide will provide the traveler with a well-structured, untrammeled guide to the beauties of Italy, starting with the legendary capital Rome, and followed by the regional attractions. Come with us as we visit Lombardy and its lakes, view the splendors of Venice, and travel from Emilia Romagna to the "regions of the monasteries" in the Apennines and on to the gems of southern Italy--the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. Every aspect of Italian life is dealt with in the numerous information boxes that describe a wide range of activities for tourists seeking unforgettable experiences. Follow in the steps of the Grand Tour; take part in the Palio di Siena, explore the trulli in Puglia; walk through medieval Rome; enjoy a truffle tasting; explore the Chianti vineyards by car...
