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New York Times Best Wine Book of 2021. South of Somewhere begins and ends in Robert Camuto’s maternal ancestral town of Vico Equense, Italy—a tiny paradise south of Naples on the Sorrento Peninsula. It was here in 1968, at 10-years-old, that the author first tasted Italian life.

A short sublime book on the three things dearest to Jean-Claude Izzo’s heart: his native Marseilles, the sea in all its splendor, and Mediterranean noir — the literary genre his books helped to found. This collection of writings shows Izzo, author of the acclaimed Marseilles trilogy, at his most contemplative and insightful. His native city, with its food, its flavors, its passionate inhabitants, and its long, long history of commerce and conviviality, constitute the lifeblood that runs through all of Izzo’s work.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Dubrovnik. Greater Than a Tourist - Dubrovnik, Croatia, by author Lana Tessari, offers the inside scoop on Dubrovnik, the Pearl of Adriatic. Greater Than a Tourist - Dubrovnik, Croatia is a book where you will find tips, suggestions, etc., from someone who had lived there, occasionally is revisiting the city, and still has a strong passion for the place.

The Venice I Know is not your typical travel guide. With an emphasis on actual issues facing the Venetian people today, Margie Miklas delivers an illuminating and honest look at Venice, a real place where everyday people live and work. In her characteristic conversational, storytelling approach, she shares essential insider details about accommodations, food, transportation, shopping, artisan experiences, and iconic sights in the city of romance.

Although small enough to be an island, Sicily is also large enough to be a continent and has at least two souls: a Western and an Eastern one. These two souls of Sicily are ancient, when the island was inhabited by the Elymians and the Sikani. This ancient "rivalry" continued with Phoenicians and Greeks, Romans and Carthaginians. A trip to Sicily, therefore, is not only a journey through the history, culture, gastronomy, and flavors of a rich and generous land, but it is also a profound journey into the human soul and into the history!

There are many reasons behind the decision to learn Italian: from having Italian relatives to wanting to travel to one of the most beautiful countries in the world. However, there is no need to make hypotheses — if you are listening to this description, you have been led here by your desire to learn this language.

When Scott Carpenter moves from Minnesota to Paris, little does he suspect the dramas that await: Scheming neighbors, police denunciations, surly demonstrators, cooking disasters, medical mishaps - not to mention all those lectures about cheese! It turns out that nothing in the City of Light can be taken for granted, where even trips to the grocery store lead to adventure. In French Like Moi, Carpenter guides us through the merry labyrinth of the everyday, one hilarious faux pas after another.

Raynor und Moth, seit 32 Jahren ein Paar, verlieren durch zwei Schicksalsschläge in kürzester Zeit alles, ihre Farm in Wales, ihre Lebensgrundlage, ihre Gewohnheiten, ihr soziales Umfeld - ihr Zuhause. Mit zwei Rucksäcken machen sie sich auf den Weg, eigentlich in eine beängstigende Obdachlosigkeit, aber sie gehen los mit der Hoffnung, eine Lösung zu finden. Ihr Plan: den wildesten und längsten Küstenweg Englands zu wandern, den South West Coast Path. Auf 1000 km Zeit gewinnen, den Kopf frei zu bekommen und Kraft zu sammeln.

With all its complexity and density, Madrid is a city that promises adventure. High quality tourist facilities, gastronomic delights, stupendous views, and hospitality are the main reasons why Madrid is one of the most popular destinations in the world. Let this book guide you to the many places that you must see in Madrid to let your trip turn into a life-changing event. This book is filled with suggested places to stay, from budget to luxurious, places to visit, local cuisines to try, and places to shop.

Let this audiobook guide you to the many places you must see in Paris to not let your once-in-a-lifetime trip go to waste. This audiobook is filled with suggested places to stay, from budget to luxurious, places to visit, local cuisines to try, and places to shop. All these suggested itineraries have been experienced firsthand and are all highly recommended to tourists.

If you are planning to go to Athens for vacation or business and you only have two or three days and you want to make the best of your short stay, then you have come to the right place. The focus of this audiobook is to make your short stay one of the most memorable experiences of your life.

Greater Than a Tourist - Lyon France, by Naa Adukwei Pappoe, offers the inside scoop on Lyon. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Iceland is known as the Land of Fire and Ice, a dramatic description and an apt one for this most northern European nation. With its incredible natural beauty, dramatic landscapes, and rich Nordic culture, a visit to Iceland is a must for any curious traveler keen to see a different side of Europe.

You cannot come to Lisbon without exploring Alfama - the city's oldest district. You will enjoy simply getting lost on its labyrinthine streets and alleys, with architecture ranging from late medieval to 19th century buildings. The area is old and slightly run down, although renovation efforts have been undertaken in the past two decades. There is a wealth of small historical and cultural landmarks and pleasant restaurants, cafés, and Fado clubs can be found all over the place. Highlights include the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Luzia scenic view point, and the medieval Lisbon Cathedral.

Congratulations on finding your ultimate travel guide to Ireland!

So you’re going to Ireland? Lucky you. Your friends and family will sure be jealous because you’re going to experience a lifetime worth of adventures in one single trip.

As a traveler who has covered more countries than I care to count, I would never hesitate to recommend Ireland as one of the best travel destinations in the world.

The moment I set foot in this country and gazed in unabashed wonder at the vivid greenery around me, I knew I was in for a treat, but nothing could have prepared me for the delightful clash of colors, cultures and adventures that I was about to experience.

If you are planning to go to Amsterdam for vacation or business, and you only have two or three days and you want to make the best of your short stay, then you have come to the right place. The focus of this book is to make your short stay one of the most memorable experiences of your life. The goal of this book is not to squeeze everything the city has to offer into two or three days. The goal is to show you the best of the city in a short time. I know people like different things, but Amsterdam is such an incredible city that even in a small area you will find a variety of things that will fascinate or interest you.

Have no idea where to start? Or maybe you have some idea but could use a treasure trove of great insider tips? Well, read on! You see, we know your trip begins long before you even book the flight, so this guide is chock full of dynamite tips on everything you need to know before you go - and much, much more you'll thank us for!

Already provoking debate and garnering significant attention in France and within the wine world, Vino Business is a surprising and eye-opening book about the dark side of French wine by acclaimed investigative journalist Isabelle Saporta.

We're here to help you see London just as you've been longing to! Perhaps you've never been to London. No worries, Passport to European Travel Guides offers this comprehensive yet quick and concise five-day guide to London, England - one of the most distinguished focal points of the European showcase!

Franz Liszt lived on Lake Como. Pliny and Virgil lived here in Roman times, and they called it the most beautiful place in the world. It hasn't changed. From the hills above the lake, you can see the Matterhorn in the distance. This is based on our larger book, Milan and the Italian Lakes. Here we zero in on the most popular of them.