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"I dreamed I was an old woman, but not too old, living in Ireland. I went for morning walks, sipped tea with the locals in the afternoons, and sat before a cheerful fire on cool evenings..."Find inspiration and laughter in this American’s journey to and through the Emerald Isle. See the sights, meet the characters, and experience some of the adventures and often funny discoveries and adjustments that come with being “that American woman” living in Ireland. In 2013, Ms. Fadely, one-eighth Irish but one hundred percent American, moved from California to the country she fell in love with...

In this Sam's Travel Guide on Norway, you will find all the information you need to know about Norway, including must-visit locations, best beaches, best islands, best souvenirs, and more....

Join me for a distinctive 10-day itinerary through Northeast Italy, where it feels like we are walking together, exploring each destination side by side. This audiobook transforms your travel experience, making it feel as though you're on a leisurely vacation with a local friend. Dive into the vibrant life of Milano, relax by the serene lakes of Como and Garda, and wander through the storied streets of Verona, Venice, Bologna, and Florence.

City sights audio guide with enclosed phrasebook, maps and photos for your city trip in additional PDF file. Barcelona, the City of Counts is a fantastic marvel..

Discover the secrets of Sardinia with Gianni Arcaini's captivating exploration in this edition of his series "Italy Then and Now: Sardinia." Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Sardinia, the second-largest island in the Mediterranean after Sicily. This edition showcases the evolution of the region and its cities over time, notable historical and contemporary figures, unique regional cuisine and wine specialties, the region's provinces and major cities, notable events, and important landmarks. Sardinia, with its rich and distinctive history, stands out within Italy. It is renowned for ...

The island of Ireland is famous for its timeless beauty, the variety of its landscape, its quiet towns and lively cities, the poetic and literary genius of so many of its citizens, its music and folklore, and its colorful and bloody history. Businesspeople and visitors who don't know Ireland will find this book an invaluable introduction to the people, the country, and the economic opportunities it offers, while if you think you know Ireland and the Irish, you will find plenty here to broaden and deepen that knowledge, and plenty that will surprise you.

A delightful glimpse into the lives of two very different people who became friends and were both better for it. A rare friendship that changed their lives and may change yours a bit too.

"A marvelous reflective meditation!" "The ending is superb" At 63 years of age, Terence Callery sets out on a personal quest to conquer the grueling 500 mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage which ends at the tomb of St. James the Apostle in northwest Spain. After months of preparation, including daily three-hour training walks on coastal Maine roads near his home, he arrives in the spectacular Pyrenees Mountains. By the time he reaches Pamplona on the third day of his seven-week spiritual journey, he empties his backpack of several pounds excess belongings and begins the pilgrim’s fearless ...

Italy delights and stimulates with its magnificent cities and monuments, stunningly beautiful landscapes, the glory of its art and architecture, the richness and variety of its food, the elegance of its design and fashion, and the vitality and charm of its people. Italian style and culture have been exported all over the world. At home, however, Italian society and politics are facing challenges as the country struggles to maintain its standard of living, the stability of its currency, and its ability to provide jobs.

This travel guide serves as a comprehensive companion for explorers eager to uncover the cultural richness, historical marvels and natural beauty of this enchanting European destination. Designed to be an essential resource, the guide navigates listeners through the imperial elegance of Vienna, the alpine wonders of Tyrol, the musical enchantment of Salzburg and the captivating landscapes of the Wachau Valley.

The complete history of the legendary Venice landmark where Hemingway, Welles, and others were regulars. A meeting place for writers, artists, models, and the stars of stage, screen, and corporate boardrooms, a luxurious restaurant whose fabulous concoctions and timeless decor have often been imitated but never matched, Harry’s Bar in Venice has remained one of the world’s most renowned watering holes for more than 60 years.

As much about the life of the city as it is about a life lived, sometimes, in the city, John Banville's "quasi-memoir" is as layered, emotionally rich, witty, and unexpected as any of his novels. Born and bred in a small town a train ride away from Dublin, Banville saw the city as a place of enchantment when he was a child, a birthday treat, the place where his beloved, eccentric aunt lived.

Do you go on vacation praying that everyone will speak English? Want to learn enough Spanish and French for situations like in hotels and restaurants, but don't want to buy a 30-hour course to try and make you 'fluent' ? Want a book that teaches you useful phrases like 'Can I have the check, please?" and "I have a reservation in the name of Smith", and not stuff you will never say like "This broccoli is under-cooked"? Want to do all that in a week or two?

Throughout this audiobook, I will explore the best locations that Europe has to offer. This is not just any travel guide, but an eye into the life of these dynamic destinations. I will assist you and prepare you for your next European holiday. I aim to inform and inspire you to get the most out of your trip while taking you on an exciting journey through each of these 47 places I have personally visited.

Stop: You’ve looked at all those books. They tell you everything about Italy and show you beautiful pictures of the sites, villages, and hotel lobbies. Five pounds of information on Italy, but you haven’t the foggiest idea where to start and how to plan a one or two-week vacation to the most visited country in Western Europe. You probably don't even know where all these towns are. It’s all information overload. So, where do you start? The author, Bob Kaufman, a seasoned tour operator with 30 years of experience, meticulously lays out almost a dozen different itineraries. He discusses ...

After nearly two decades in Britain, Bill Bryson took the decision to move back to the States for a while but before leaving his much-loved home in North Yorkshire, Bryson insisted on taking one last trip around Britain. His aim was to take stock of the nation's public face and private parts (as it were), and to analyse what precisely it was he loved so much about a country that had produced Marmite, a military hero whose dying wish was to be kissed by a fellow named Hardy....

Ben Judah is an acclaimed foreign correspondent, but here he turns his reporter's gaze on home, immersing himself in the hidden world of London's immigrants to reveal the city in the eyes of its beggars, bankers, coppers, gangsters, carers and witch-doctors. From the backrooms of its mosques, Tube tunnels and nightclubs to the frontlines of its streets, Judah has supped with oligarchs and spent nights sleeping rough, worked on building sites and talked business with prostitutes; he's heard stories of heartbreaking failure, but also witnessed extraordinary acts of compassion.

This collection of Culture Smart guidebooks introduces listeners to Italy, Germany, and Spain. Each guidebook includes concise chapters on the local customs, traditions, and values of the country's inhabitants and, crucially, the key historical and cultural events that have shaped them. There are sections on social and business etiquette, tips on communication, both verbal and non-verbal, and advice on how to be a good guest.

Das neue Hörbuch von Katja Eichinger über den Sehnsuchtsort Côte d'Azur. Ultramarinblaues Meer, weiße Strandpromenaden, Palmen, Mimosen und ein einzigartiges Licht: die Côte d'Azur. Nirgends sonst ist die Dichte der Geschichten und der Künstlerinnen und Künstler, die sie verewigt haben, höher. Nietzsche war hier, Coco Chanel, Marlene Dietrich, Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, James Baldwin und die Rolling Stones. Ein Ort, an dem Extreme und Exzess, die Yachten und Bauten der Superreichen, die Glitterati und Easyjet-Touristen vor der unbeeindruckt bezaubernden Natur aufeinandertreffen.

You'll find all of the information you need to plan your trip and make it a great success. The English Cotswolds are a chain of undulating, limestone foothills that encompass a quiet, idyllic world of sleepy little towns and villages nestled among the hills and dales. Rising to just over 1,000 feet at the highest point on Cleeve Hill, the Cotswolds are spread across a half-dozen West Midland counties, including Gloucestershire, Avon, Wiltshire, Hereford and Worcester and Oxfordshire.