Sleep in the oldest hotel in the world and fall under the spell of the white towns (pueblos blancos) that step down the hillsides topped by brooding castles. This guide highlights the diverse countryside of Spain, which is dotted with restored monasteries and lavish palaces where the traveler can reside in fairytale surroundings at reasonable rates.
From the southern shores of Sicily to the northern mountains and all points in between, seven regional itineraries explore Italy from tip to toe. This book features the major cities of Rome, Venice, Florence and Milan as well as the backroads of Umbria and hilltowns of Tuscany. It provides information on over 260 fabulous hotels. Great food, great wine, an ideal climate, gracious people and rich cultural tradition make Italy a traveler's dream destination.
Austria is a glorious country--much like Switzerland, yet less touristy and less expensive. This book gives the traveler a wealth of information with destinations that range from the popular Tyrol and the Danube to the lesser-known castles of Burgenland and the glorious lakes of Carinthia. To supplement the itineraries, there are delightful places to stay along the routes, including former castles, ancient monasteries, alpine chalets and cozy farmhouses, all selected for their charm and the highest standards of service and quality. 5 Regional Countryside Driving Itineraries, Descriptions of over 80 Places to Stay.
Eat, sleep, and drink France - enjoying lovely scenery and unusual sights. To satisfy any appetite, we have personally selected magnificent places to stay: elegant chateaux, cosy inns, refined manors and elegant small hotels. Take full advantage of this opportunity to live France every minute, twenty-four hours a day.
Switzerland is beautiful, from its rugged mountain peaks to its scenic lake district. Itineraries lead the traveler through this delightful country, recommending a combination of car, train, boat and bus as means of transportation. This title offers information about 4 regional countryside itineraries and descriptions of over 100 places to stay.
Charming Inns & Itineraries includes easy to follow itineraries in regions of prime interest and reviews based on the charm of the inn, its setting, cleanliness, and above all, the warmth of welcome. This guide covers California, from North to South, and includes the famous Californian wine region. The Karen Brown Guides have been trusted by travellers for over 20 years for their warn, engaging and up to date reviews of the finest inns and small hotels in Europe and North America. Only the most charming places to stay make it onto the pages of these guides - no inn can buy its way in and those not maintaining their standards every year are dropped. These guides are so reliable that travellers have come to plan their whole holidays around Karen Brown's recommendations.
From the snow-capped Alps to the sand dunes of the North Friesian Islands, Germany is a cultural wonder. Travelers can indulge in a wealth of sightseeing and exceptional accommodation in every price range. From luxurious castles to simple family hotels where the linens are hung from shuttered windows to air and the breakfast buffets are heaped with a tempting assortment of breads, salami, cheeses, and jams, Germany offers something to enchant even the most discriminating traveler.