Fodor's Exploring Britain, 5th Edition (Exploring Guides)

By Fodor's Travel Publications Inc.

Book Overview

The darlings of French tourism, Provence and the French Riviera have always been beautiful destinations attracting everyone from the rich and famous to world-renowned artists. With unbelievable coasts and rustic-chic villages, the regions draw travelers eager to experience their azure skies and legendary landscapes. This full color-guide highlights the best of this region, from the urban buzz of Marseilles and Nice to the glamorous meccas of St-Tropez, Cannes, and Monaco. -EXPANDED COVERAGE: This edition captures the region's hottest new restaurants, hotels, shops, and more. A revamped itineraries section helps travelers plan the best route to see the highlights of Provence and the French Riviera. -ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Provence's Lavender Route, the region's artistic legacy, and the area's outstanding cuisine are highlighted in splashy spreads throughout the guide. In addition, an Experience chapter shows off all the top attractions of Provence and the French Riviera in sunny detail. -INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Each chapter opens with an orientation spread that includes a map, short descriptions of each region, and Top Reasons to Go. Getting Here and Around sections for every town assists travelers in navigating. -DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. -INCLUDES: N mes, Arles, the Alpilles, Avignon, Marseille, St-Tropez, Cannes, Nice, Cap d'Antibes, Monaco, and more. -ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0676901751
• ISBN13: 9780676901757
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Fodor's
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.6" x 0.7" x 5.1"

Customer Reviews

Britain with Gusto

Anyone who thinks Britain is dull will have their minds changed by this colorful guide book. Shorter but livelier than Folder's more traditional guide to Britain ("Fodor's 2000 Great Britain"), "Exploring Britain" has a color picture or two on every page, clear maps of every region of Britain plus larger cities, and dozens of marginal notes on every topic, from "Waterway Vacations" to "Mountain Safety." The main text opens with a number of introductory topics, such as "The Pub" and "Kings and Queens," and then goes on to provide easy-to-follow touring guides to 10 British regions, including London, Scotland and Wales, as well as England. The information is provided in a brisker, more personal style than the traditional Fodor's Guides, which tend to be encyclopedic but dry. Most tourism sites described in the book are given ratings, from one to three stars, a time-saver when you have to pick and choose. A condensed guide to accommodations and restaurants rounds out the book, making it a guide that could stand alone, although the traveller needing more information in depth really needs "Fodor's 2000 Great Britain" as well. In short, 'Fodor's Exploring Britain" is compact, colorful, and easy to use, and a good way to whet your appetite for travel to Britain.