Dummies Travel
3 primary works • 5 total works
Book 102
England offers so many royal palaces, massive cathedrals, glorious gardens, world-class museums, and historical sites that you could be overwhelmed, but this guide helps you zero in on the things you want to see and do and plan the perfect trip for you! It gives you up-to-date info on: shopping and antiquing; side trips to attractions; where to pay homage to literary giants; important castles and palaces; central England, the picturesque Cotswolds region, and northern England.
Book 136
London is home to both the traditional and the trend-setting, from ceremonious pomp and pageantry to the "anything goes" aura of Soho. You can hang around the Tower of London or seek out the coolest shops and happening clubs. Once you've worked up an appetite, you can feast on fish and chips, try modern British cuisine, or take advantage of great ethnic restaurants, including Indian, French, Chinese and more. Take in the historical sites or explore the city's diverse neighborhoods. This guide gives you the latest scoop on: * The hottest clubs and night life, the coolest shopping, and the thriving performing arts scene* Attractions ranging from pubs to palaces to Parliament* Incredible museums, including the British Museum with its antiquities, the Tate Modern, and the National Portrait Gallery with likenesses of famous Brits, including pop icons like Elton John* Four itineraries and six easy day trips to help you pack the most into your stay Like every For Dummies travel guide, London For Dummies, Sixth Edition includes:* Down-to-earth trip-planning advice* What you shouldn't miss - and what you can skip* The best hotels and restaurants for every budget* Lots of detailed maps
Book 152
Europe for Dummies
by Donald Olson, Liz Albertson, Cheryl A a Pientka, George McDonald, Darwin Porter, Danforth Prince, Neil Edward Edward Schlecht, Tania Kollias, Mark Baker, and Dardis McNamee
Published 28 January 2005
Europe offers some of the world's most exciting cities, romantic landscapes, outstanding museums, important historic sights, renowned works of art, and awesome architectural wonders, plus great cuisine, incredible shopping, and all kinds of entertainment and nightlife. Odds are, you can't do it all. Depending on your personal interests, this friendly guide helps you pick the right sites and make the most of your trip, with: trip planning, including applying for passports; making reservations; dealing with trip insurance, health issues, and Customs; rail passes, train tickets, traveler's checks, and more - detailed info on 15 of Europe's most popular destinations: London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Vienna, Innsbruck, Prague, Naples, Florence, Venice, Madrid, Barcelona, and Athens - info on local customs, must-see attractions, and out-of-the-way gems, plus a little historical background to help you put the sites you'll see in context. Like every "For Dummies" travel guide, "Europe For Dummies, 4th Edition" helps you make the most of your vacation.
It includes: down-to-earth trip-planning advice; info on the best ships for every budget; tips on sightseeing at ports of call; and handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages. Whether you want to marvel at majestic cathedrals or go on a pub crawl in Dublin, have a 5-star meal in Paris or a picnic lunch amidst the ruins of a Mycenaean city overlooking the Mediterranean, take in museums and castles or hike the Alps, explore the historic (or prehistoric) sites or experience diverse nightlife, with "Europe For Dummies, 4th Edition", you're on your way to a fantastic European holiday.
It includes: down-to-earth trip-planning advice; info on the best ships for every budget; tips on sightseeing at ports of call; and handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages. Whether you want to marvel at majestic cathedrals or go on a pub crawl in Dublin, have a 5-star meal in Paris or a picnic lunch amidst the ruins of a Mycenaean city overlooking the Mediterranean, take in museums and castles or hike the Alps, explore the historic (or prehistoric) sites or experience diverse nightlife, with "Europe For Dummies, 4th Edition", you're on your way to a fantastic European holiday.
This complete guide helps you decide which island to visit based on what you want to do, when you want to go, and how much you have to spend. Focusing on the islands that are best for first--time visitors and that offer the biggest bang for the buck Caribbean For Dummies offers the best of the best with: * Reviews of travel basics from finding the very best deals to overcoming language barriers * Analysis of the benefits of package deals the easiest, cheapest way to get to the islands * Coverage of Aruba, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, St. Lucia, St. Martin/St. Maarten, and the U.S. Virgin Islands * The lowdown on hotels, dining, and nightlife * More than a dozen details maps
Lively and engaging, this invaluable handbook puts the Emerald Isle at your fingertips, and includes all the highlights plus the very best off--the--beaten--path experiences that make any visit to Ireland memorable. Packed with experienced insider tips, Ireland For Dummies offers: Savvy advice to help travelers organize their time and avoid wait--in--line fatigue or cultural overload Candid reviews of country house hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses, inns, pubs, and more Tips on tracing your Irish roots Advice on everything from planning a sensible itinerary and getting the best deals to using public transit and catching must--see sights