Travel : Europe

Anthony Doerr has received many awards -- from the New York Public Library, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the American Library Association. Then came the Rome Prize, one of the most prestigious awards from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and with it a stipend and a writing studio in Rome for a year. Doerr learned of the award the day he and his wife returned from the hospital with newborn twins. more...

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When Edward decided to cycle around Ireland, he was enchanted by prehistoric fortresses, rugged landscapes, and landladies who insisted on washing his shirts. He takes readers with him on a ride up the west coast, eating fresh fish and enormous breakfasts along the way, and stopping to chat to peat-cutters, fishermen, tourists and a matchmaker. more...

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The Kerr family say goodbye to their farm in Mallorca, and put it up for sale after three years of hard work. But now begins the return-to-Scotland adventure, and what a cultural shock is in store. The author explores Scotland, visiting such places as the 'Biarritz of the North', and giving us an insider's view of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. more...

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Features:  Modernista Barcelona, Barcelona for Art Lovers, Ancient Barcelona, Gourmet Barcelona, Barcelona with kids , and more!. At last, a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything-in the smartest, most time-efficient way.:.; The best of Barcelona in one, two, or three days.; Thematic tours for every interest, schedule, and taste.; Walking tours of the city's best-loved neighborhoods.; Hundreds of evocative color photos.; Bulleted maps that show you how to go from place to place.; Hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife for all budgets.; A tear-resistant foldout map-enclosed in a handy plastic wallet you can also use for tickets and souvenirs. more...

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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go—they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!. This invaluable guide contains all the information you need to get to and around some of the most popular destinations in England. Using London as a base, you can explore the college towns of Oxford and Cambridge; go on rambling walks or bike rides through the English countryside; or experience the mystery of Stonehenge, each in only a day!. We give you all the information you need to plan your day trip, from train schedules to parking information and the best places to pick up picnic supplies or enjoy a more leisurely meal. Detailed maps and suggested itineraries for each destination guarantee that you'll see as much as possible without feeling rushed. And if there's so much to do that we think you might want to extend your trip, we give you the scoop on the best places to stay, from budget B&Bs to luxury hotels. Also included are savvy insider tips, historical information, and special "finds" that most tourists and tour groups miss. more...

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