England For Dummies - 3rd Edition 2006 | Date: 28 April 2011, 06:42
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* Publisher: For Dummies
* Number Of Pages: 452
* Publication Date: 2006-02-27
* Sales Rank: 65555
* ISBN / ASIN: 0471748714
* EAN: 9780471748717
* Binding: Paperback
* Manufacturer: For Dummies
* Studio: For Dummies
* Average Rating: 5
* Total Reviews: 1
Book Description:
Whether you like taking in historic sites and cathedrals or great shopping and nightlife, quiet, quaint villages or swinging seaside resorts, the cosmopolitan aura of London or the spectacular beauty of the Lake District, you’ll find plenty to see and do in England. This friendly guide doesn’t solve the mystery of prehistoric Stonehenge, but it helps you solve the mystery of how to make the most of your time and your money, with:
* Five great one- or two-week itineraries to help you hit the high points on your list
* Suggestions for day-trips from London
* The low-down on the high-brow castles
* Information on areas from the Yorkshire moors to the cliffs of Cornwall to Stratford-upon-Avon
* Tips for getting around in London via Underground, bus, or taxi
* A tear-out cheat sheet to help you with unfamiliar British words so you can understand the blokes
Like every For Dummies travel guide, England For Dummies, 3rd 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
* Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages
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From the Lake District to the heartland of Bath to the lights of London and everything in between, England offers a million things to do and see. This complete guide covers everything singles and families need for a great vacation including architectural and historic sites, nightlife, dining, accommodations, and much more: Itineraries and plans for unforgettable day-trips from London Must-see castles and stately homes from the North to the South Tips for understanding pounds and pence Where to see the most beautiful historic English gardens Handy listings of famous writers homes and great English churches Like every For Dummies travel guide, England For Dummies, Second Edition includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn't miss and what you can skip The best restaurants and hotels for every budget
Contents:
England For Dummies, Third Edition
About the Author
Dedication
Author’s Acknowledgments
Contents at a Glance
Maps at a Glance
Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Book
Conventions Used in This Book
Foolish Assumptions
How This Book Is Organized
Icons Used in This Book
Where to Go from Here
Part I: Introducing England
Chapter 1: Discovering the Best of England
The Best of Legendary London
The Best Cities, Towns, and Villages
The Best Castles, Palaces, and Stately Homes
The Best Cathedrals and Churches
The Best Historic Places
The Best Gardens
The Best Romantic Landscapes
The Best Shopping
Chapter 2: Digging Deeper into England
The Main Events: A Brief History of England
Building Blocks: An Overview of English Architecture
Dining English Style from Traditional to Modern
Visiting the Local Pub
Background Check: Finding England in Books and Movies
Chapter 3: Deciding When and Where to Go
Going Everywhere You Want to Be
Scheduling Your Time
Revealing the Secrets of the Seasons
Perusing a Calendar of Events
Chapter 4: Following an Itinerary: Five Great Options
Seeing England’s Highlights in One Week
Touring the Best of England in Two Weeks
Discovering England with Kids
Strolling through England’s Greenery: An Itinerary for Garden Lovers
Visiting England’s Past: An Itinerary for History Buffs
Part II: Planning Your Trip to England
Chapter 5: Managing Your Money
Planning Your Budget
Cutting Costs—But Not the Fun
Handling Money
Taking Taxes into Account
Tipping Like You Mean It
Chapter 6: Getting to England
Finding Out Who Flies Where
Getting the Best Deal on Your Airfare
Arriving by Other Means
Joining an Escorted Tour
Choosing a Package Tour
Chapter 7: Getting Around England
Weighing the Options: Train or Car?
Riding the Rails
Hopping a Coach: Bus Travel
Driving on the Left, Passing on the Right: Car Travel
Chapter 8: Booking Your Accommodations
Finding the Right Place for You
Finding the Best Room at the Best Rate
Surfing the Web for Hotel Deals
Reserving the Best Room
Chapter 9: Catering to Special Needs or Interests
Traveling with the Brood: Advice for Families
Making Age Work for You: Tips for Seniors
Accessing England: Information for Travelers with Disabilities
Following the Rainbow: Resources for Gay and Lesbian Travelers
Chapter 10: Taking Care of the Remaining Details
Getting a Passport
Playing It Safe with Travel and Medical Insurance
Staying Healthy When You Travel
Staying Connected by Cellphone
Accessing the Internet Away From Home
Keeping Up with Airline Security
Part III: London and Environs
Chapter 11: Settling into London
Getting There
Orienting Yourself in London
Introducing the Neighborhoods
Finding Information After You Arrive
Getting Around London
Staying in Style
Dining Out
Treating Yourself to a Tea
Chapter 12: Exploring London
Discovering the Top Attractions
Finding More Cool Things to See and Do
Seeing London by Guided Tour
Following an Itinerary
Shopping in London
Living It Up After Dark
Fast Facts: London
Chapter 13: Day-tripping from London
Cambridge: Medieval Colleges on the River Cam
Greenwich: The Center of Time and Space
Hampton Court Palace: Henry VIII’s Riverside Estate
Royal Botanic Gardens (Kew Gardens): Royal Pleasure Grounds
Oxford: Town and Gown
Blenheim Palace: Ancestral Home of the Churchills
Windsor Castle: Official Royal Residence
Part IV: The Southeast
Chapter 14: Kent and Sussex
Canterbury: Tales from the Great Cathedral
Rye: Smugglers, Mermaids, and Writers
Battle: 1066 and All That
Brighton: Fun Beside the Seaside
Chapter 15: Kent’s Best Castles, Stately Homes, and Gardens
Knole: A Room for Every Day of the Year
Hever Castle: Anne Boleyn Slept Here
Chartwell: The Private Life of a Famous Prime Minister
Leeds Castle: Castle of Queens, Queen of Castles
Sissinghurst Castle Garden: Romance amongst the Roses
Dover Castle: Towers and Tunnels
Part V: The West Country
Chapter 16: Hampshire and Wiltshire: Old Wessex and New S
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