Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited ISBN: 1839058978 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 1757
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Practical travel guide to Italy featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Italy, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Italy, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. The Rough Guide to Italy covers: Rome and Lazio, Piemonte and Valle D'Aosta, Liguria, Lombardy and the Lakes, Trentino Alto Adige, Venice and the Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Emilia Romagna, Tuscany, Umbria, Le Marche, Abruzzo and Molise, Campania, Puglia, Basilicata and Calabria, Sicily and Sardinia Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Italy, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Sicily to family activities in child-friendly places, like Tuscany or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Rome. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Italy entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of Italy give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for sightseeing, wine tasting and eating out. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Rome, Liguria, Trentino and Venice's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Italy, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Italy, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Italy, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Cinque Terre and the spectacular Colosseum. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Emilia Romagna, Umbria, and many more locations in Italy, reduce need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.
Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0241276470 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 1521
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The Rough Guide to Italy is the ultimate travel guide to one of Europe's most appealing countries. From the top draws of Rome and Florence to the hidden corners of Friuli and Liguria, this guide will help you make the most of your trip to Italy. You will find all the detailed information you need, from vaporetto routes in Venice to hole-in-the-wall pizza joints in Naples to the best spot to watch the sunset on the Amalfi Coast. Be inspired to go diving in Sardinia, climbing on Mount Etna, windsurfing on Lake Garda, trekking in the Alps, beach-hopping in Puglia, wine tasting in Piemonte, or exploring in Sicily. Clear detailed listings will lead you to great accommodations, from boutique hotels and quirky bed and breakfasts to idyllic agriturismos and slick city apartments. You'll also discover the best atmospheric osterie, gourmet restaurants, and melt-in-your-mouth gelato. Readable accounts of Italy's history, art, and groundbreaking film industry will help you learn even more about this beautiful country. With full color throughout and crystal clear maps, The Rough Guide to Italy is your essential travel companion.
Author: Robert Andrews Publisher: Rough Guides ISBN: 9780241216224 Category : Italy Languages : en Pages : 0
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Explores Italian culture, history, architecture, art, music, politics, and customs while rating and reviewing accommodations, restaurants, attractions, shopping, and entertainment.
Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited ISBN: 1789195322 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages :
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Discover the best of Rome with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide. This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for short trip travellers, and covers all the key sights (the Colosseum, Forum, the Pantheon, the Vatican), restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. Features of Pocket Rough Guide Rome: Practical travel tips: what to see and where to sleep, eat, drink and shop - Pocket Rough Guide Rome features specially selected recommendations for every taste and budget. Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Rome. Incisive area-by-area overviews: covering the Centro Storico, Capitoline Hill, the Vatican and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. Time-saving itineraries: the routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, and hidden gems like the fresco-splashed Santi Quattro Coronati and the secret rooms of St Ignatius. Day-trips - venture further afield to Ostia Antica or Tivoli. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. Compact format: packed with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Piazza di Spagna or Campo de' Fiori. Attractive user-friendly design: features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. Essentials: includes invaluable background information on how to get to Villa Borghese, getting around, health, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and handy language section and glossary. You might also be interested in... The Rough Guide to Italy About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides' list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.
Author: Celia Woolfrey Publisher: Rough Guides UK ISBN: 1409325407 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 1435
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The Rough Guide to Italy is the ultimate handbook to one of Europe's most appealing countries. You'll find all the detailed information you need from vaporetto routes in Venice to hole-in-the-wall pizza joints in Naples or the best spot to watch the sunset on the Amalfi coast. From the top draws of Rome and Florence to hidden corners of Friuli or Liguria, this guide will help you make the most of your trip to Italy. Be inspired to go diving in Sardinia, climbing on Mount Etna, windsurfing on Lake Garda or trekking in the Alps or to lie on beaches in Puglia, wine taste in Piemonte or explore ruins in Sicily. Clear detailed listings sections will lead you to great accommodation from swish boutique hotels and quirky B&Bs to idyllic agriturismos and slick city apartments as well as to atmospheric osterie, gourmet restaurants and melt-in-your-mouth ice cream. A full colour introduction helps you plan your trip while readable accounts of Italy's history, art and groundbreaking film industry will help you get the most from your trip. Full colour and with crystal clear maps, The Rough Guide to Italy is your essential travel companion. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Italy. Now available in ePub format.
Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Rough Guides ISBN: 9781789194531 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 1045
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Explores Italian culture, history, architecture, art, music, politics, and customs while rating and reviewing accommodations, restaurants, attractions, shopping, and entertainment.
Author: Tim Jepson Publisher: Rough Guides ISBN: 9781843530558 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 786
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The Rough Guide to Tuscany and Umbria is the ultimate handbook to one of Italy's most spectacular and culturally rich regions. Features include: bull; Full-colour section introducing the region's highlights. bull; Detailed accounts of every sight, from the monuments of Florence, Siena and Assisi to ancient Etruscan ruins. bull; In-the-know reviews of the best places to eat, drink and stay, at all prices. bull; Practical tips on a host of activities, from attending the Spoleto Festival to walking in the Monti Sibillini. bull; Revealing background on a huge range of topics, including St Francis, the Pazzi Conspiracy and Umbrian truffles. bull; Maps and plans for every region.
Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Rough Guides UK ISBN: 1409354253 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 416
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The new-look Rough Guide to Sicily - now in full colour throughout - is the ultimate travel guide to the Mediterranean's most captivating island. Discover the highlights of Sicily through stunning photography, colour coded street maps, and detailed listings of hotels, B&Bs, campsites, restaurants, cafes and bars. Climb the active volcanoes of Etna, Stromboli and Vulcano; laze on unspoilt beaches; dive the waters of Ustica and the Aeolian islands; see the ancient Greek temples of Agrigento, Segesta and Selinunte, and the world's first bikinis at the Roman Villa of Piazza Armerina. Sample the streetfood of Palermo, the markets of Catania and the island city of Siracusa, and follow in the footsteps of TV detective Montalbano, to the glorious Baroque towns of the Val di Noto. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Sicily. Now available in PDF format.
Author: Martin Dunford Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd ISBN: 1848367171 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 1076
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The Rough Guide to Italyis the definitive guide to this stunning country, with informed coverage of everything from boutique hotels and state-of-the art B&Bs to authentic trattorias, gelaterias and cafes. Rough Guide authors dig deep behind the scenes of ancient and contemporary Italy, bringing its historical sites to life and equipping the reader with all they need to key into the kind of break they seek, whether it be watersports or wine, football or food, Romans or Renaissance, beaches or Baroque. From the cave city of Matera and the Baroque towns of the Val di Noto in the deep south to the internationally famous sites of Rome, Florence and Tuscany; The Rough Guide to Italywill help you explore every corner of the country. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information, plus stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make The Rough Guide to Italyyour ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Italy.
Author: Rough Guides Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0241305128 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 300
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Whether you have an afternoon, a few days, or more at your disposal, Rough Guides' carefully curated itineraries help you plan your trip, and the "Best of" Rome section picks out the highlights you won't want to miss. Divided by area for easy navigation, the "Places" section is written in Rough Guides' trademark honest and informative style, with listings of the must-see sights and our pick of the best places to eat, drink, and more. Make the most of your time with Pocket Rough Guide Rome.
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