Notes from a Small Island
by Bill Bryson
from Harper Perennial
Reacting to an itch common to Midwesterners since there's been a Midwest from which to escape, writer Bill Bryson moved from Iowa to Britain in 1973. Working for such places as Times of London, among others, he has lived quite happily there ever since. Now Bryson has decided his native country needs him--but first, he's going on a roundabout jaunt on the island he loves.
Britain fascinates Americans: it's familiar, yet alien; the same in some ways, yet so different. Bryson does an excellent job of showing his adopted home to a Yank audience, but you never get the feeling that Bryson is too much of an outsider to know the true nature of the country. Notes from a Small Island strikes a nice balance: the writing is American-silly with a British range of vocabulary. Bryson's marvelous ear is also in evidence: "... I noted the names of the little villages we passed through--Pinhead, West Stuttering, Bakelite, Ham Hocks, Sheepshanks ..." If you're an Anglophile, you'll devour Notes from a Small Island.
After nearly two decades spent on British soil, Bill Bryson-bestsellingauthor of The Mother Tongue and Made in America-decided to returnto the United States. ("I had recently read," Bryson writes, "that 3.7 million Americans believed that they had been abducted by aliens at one time or another,so it was clear that my people needed me.") But before departing, he set out ona grand farewell tour of the green and kindly island that had so long been his home.
Veering from the ludicrous to the endearing and back again, Notes from a Small Island is a delightfully irreverent jaunt around the unparalleled floating nation that has produced zebra crossings, Shakespeare, Twiggie Winkie's Farm, and places with names like Farleigh Wallop and Titsey. The result is an uproarious social commentary that conveys the true glory of Britain, from the satiric pen of an unapologetic Anglophile.
"Suddenly, in the space of a moment, I realized what it was that I loved about Britain-which is to say, all of it."After nearly two decades spent on British soil, Bill Bryson-bestselling author of ,i>The Mother Tongue and Made in America-decided to return to the United States. ("I had recently read," Bryson writes, "that 3.7 million Americans believed that they had been abducted by aliens at one time or another, so it was clear that my people needed me.") But before departing, he set out on a grand farewell tour of the green and kindly island that had so long been his home.
Veering from the ludicrous to the endearing and back again, Notes from a Small Island is a delightfully irreverent jaunt around the unparalleled floating nation that has produced zebra crossings, Shakespeare, Twiggie Winkie's Farm, and places with names like Farleigh Wallop and Titsey. The result is an uproarious social commentary that conveys the true glory of Britain, from the satiric pen of an unapologetic Anglophile.
London (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)
by DK Publishing
from DK Travel
For things to do and see visitors to London are spoiled for choice. Whether you are in London for a long trip or a quick taste of the city the Eyewitness Travel Guide will help you to make the most of your time. You will find suggestions on what to see, how to get about and where to eat and stay. New features in the Eyewitness Travel Guides are itineraries, each one follows a theme and sights are reachable with public transportation. Prices include travel, food and admission. The themes for each day are as follows; History and Culture, Shopping in Style, The Great Outdoors and Family Fun Day.
Frommer's London 2008 (Frommer's Complete)
by Darwin Porter
from Frommers
Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Lodnon 2008 features gorgeous color photos and maps, a detachable foldout map of London, and details on all of the city's top museums, attractions, historic sites, and more.
Frommer's London 2008 details the best overall travel experiences, from pub crawls to antique shopping to theater-going; the best of literary England (a side trip to Stratford-upon-Avon); the best museums and galleries, from Tate Modern to the British Museum; and the best hotels and restaurants in all price categories.
It's all done with the trademark Frommer's attention to style, accuracy, and detail, including updated addresses and exact prices. Read an in-depth guide to London's art and architecture, and get the latest trip-planning advice on everything from bargain airfares to museum passes.
From Big Ben to little-known finds, the best of this favorite European city
- With an estimated 26 million visitors in 2003, London remains a top destination for U.S. and European travelers
- Provides information on events commemorating the 60th anniversary, in 2005, of the end of World War II
- Includes a full-color photo insert and a giant foldout map
Frommer's England 2008 (Frommer's Complete)
by Darwin Porter
from Frommers
Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's England 2008 features gorgeous color photos and maps, a detachableĀ foldout map of London, and details on all of the country's top cities, villages, gardens, countryside destinations, and more.
Frommer's England 2008 details the best overall travel experiences, from pub crawls to antique shopping to theater-going; the best of literary England (Stratford-upon-Avon, Jane Austen country, and more); the best ancient and Roman sites, including Roman baths and "Hadrian's Wall"; the best museums and galleries, from Tate Modern to the National Museum of Wales; and the best hotels and restaurants in all price categories. You'll also find over 130 pages devoted to the best of London, including the best nearby driving tours and day trips by train.
It's all done with the trademark Frommer's attention to style, accuracy, and detail, including updated addresses and exact prices. Read an in-depth guide to England's art and architecture, and get the latest trip-planning advice on everything from bargain airfares to rail passes.
Rick Steves' England 2008 (Rick Steves)
by Rick Steves
from Avalon Travel Publishing
England (Country Guide)
by David Else
from Lonely Planet
Discover England
Enjoy the heavenly view of London from the Golden Gallery of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Find a cosy nook for a well-earned drink in Ye Old Trip to Jersalem, one of the oldest pubs in the country.
Join the locals queuing outside the Magpie Cafe in Whitby for superior fish and chips.
Tube ride a Cornish wave in Newquay, the capital of English surfing.
Learn shin-kicking techniques at the Cotswolds Olimpicks.
In This Guide
Seven authors, 2500 hours of research, 156 maps.
Dozens of inspiring photos of England's heritage, people, culture and more.
Streetwise London Underground Map
by Streetwise Maps
from Streetwise Maps
The Rough Guide to England 8 (Rough Guide Travel Guides)
by Robert Andrews
from Rough Guides
Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to England, the ultimate companion to this stunning country. The full-colour section introduces England’s highlights, from afternoon tea at the Ritz to the beautiful North York Moors and punting on the Cam. Clue-up on all the top sights from the spectacular Tate Modern and the Baltic Centre in Newcastle to the Notting Hill Carnival and the beautiful Dorset coast. The guide takes a detailed look at England’s history, literature, politics and cultural life with a brand new section on music and expert background on everything from English beer to Thomas Hardy’s Wessex. There''s plenty of practical advice for experiencing the great outdoors, from cycling coast to coast, to hiking in the Yorkshire Dales; information on all the best accommodation, transportation and restaurants plus lively reviews of hundreds of shops, bars and clubs. Explore every corner of England with the clearest maps of any guide.
England and Wales Map by ITMB
by International Travel Maps and Books
from International Travel Maps and Books
Folded paper road and travel map in color. Scale 1:550,000. Distinguishes roads ranging from motorways to B roads. Legend includes railways, ferry routes, county boundaries, internal borders, airports, points of interest, museums, castles, cathedrals, beaches, golf courses, National Parks, coastel points, physical features. Map includes extensive index.
James Herriot's Yorkshire: A Guided Tour With the Beloved Veterinarian Through the Land of All Creatures Great And Small And Every Living Thing, Gloriously Photographed and Memorably Described
by James Herriot
from St. Martin's Griffin
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The Chaconia 3 STARS
The Fullerton Singapore 5 STARS
AC Ciutat de Palma 4 STARS
Built in 2003, this hotel comprises a total of 85 rooms spread over 5 floors of which 5 are single rooms and 80 are double rooms. Facilities include a car park and a garage (for an additional fee) and dining options comprise a bar, a coffee shop with a salon (soft drinks from 11 am until 5 pm, all-inclusive) and an air-conditioned ą la carte restaurant offering Mediterranean cuisine and an courtyard terrace (also open to the general public). In addition, it is possible to make use of the in-hous
