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*Winner of The North American Travel Journalists Association's
Excellence in Travel Journalism Award* Richly illustrated and
exhaustively researched, Japanese Inns & Hot Springs is the
definitive guide to Japanese spas and hot springs known as ryokans.
It presents the finest ryokans in Japan, from historic properties
like Hiiragiya in Kyoto and Kikkaso in Hakone to luxury retreats
like Zaborin in Hokkaido and Tenku-no-Mori in Kyushu. In this Japan
travel guide you will find: The 40 best Japanese ryokan and onsens
for English-speaking visitors (including 13 in the Tokyo area and
11 in and around Kyoto and Nara) A description of the special
features of each ryokan and what is included in your stay Tips on
how to choose the right ryokan for you Practical advice on how to
book a stay and a detailed etiquette guide Above all else this
ryokan guide reveals the enduring traditions of Japanese
hospitality, a rich heritage reaching back a thousand years to the
time when Japan's hot spring bathing culture took root. The
beautiful properties in this book also illustrate the unique design
sensibility for which Japan is so justly renowned. Indispensable
tips on booking a Japanese ryokan that is right for you and
reaching each property by train, bus and taxi are provided along
with a detailed etiquette guide to staying at a ryokan and bathing
in an onsen, as well as descriptions of the special features of
each of the inns featured.
SPECIAL REPRINT EDITION: Blue Guide Northern Italy 2005, OF WHICH
THIS IS A REPRINT, remains the classic reference source for some of
the most stunning scenery and the most famous towns in the world -
including, for example, Venice, Verona, Milan and Bologna -
focusing on the artists who lived there and the patrons who gave
them commissions.
Add fun, history, and jaw-dropping natural wonders to your
southwestern road trip with RoadTrip America's Arizona and New
Mexico: 25 Scenic Side Trips, each one beginning and ending at an
Interstate highway and drivable within a day. Full-color maps and
photographs illustrate easy-to-follow scenic routes through
breathtaking landscapes and iconic towns in Arizona and New Mexico.
Discover the surreal beauty of White Sands, watch the sun set over
Monument Valley, or explore the subterranean marvels of Carlsbad
Caverns. Find out why Jerome was "the Wickedest Town in the West"
or walk in the footsteps of Wyatt Earp in Tombstone. Pamper
yourself at a spa in Taos or soak up the vibes at an "energy
vortex" in the red rocks of Sedona. With this brand-new, up-to-date
guide as your companion, all this and much, much more will be yours
to discover and enjoy-one extra day at a time! Stunning color
imagery and photography throughout Easy-to read, full-color route
maps with points of interest, mileage, and more Color-coded pages
for easy identification of routes by geographic region Up-to-date
insider tips for getting the most out of each route and staying
safe Phone numbers, websites and visitor info for parks,
attractions, and out-of-the-ordinary lodging & dining
Researched and written by native Arizonan and adventure traveler
Rick Quinn, whose road trips have taken him from Tierra del Fuego
to Alaska and San Francisco to Washington D.C. Photographer, travel
writer, and anthropologist, Quinn is an expert on the topography,
history, and culture of the American southwest and how best to
enjoy its wonders by automobile.
Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Jessica Redland and Kate Forster.
Do only fools rush in? When Myles and Darcy first met there were
fireworks and ever since then it's been a rollercoaster ride,
sweeping them both off their feet. Myles is determined to do things
differently from his own parents, but he's hard wired to give his
career on Wall Street his all. Is he capable of taking his foot off
the pedal? Darcy has established herself as a fine hotelier,
co-managing The Inglenook Inn in the heart of Greenwich Village.
She strongly values her independence, but is it time she made room
in her life for something else? Fierce ambition drew Myles and
Darcy together, yet could it be the thing that drives them apart?
In the meantime, close friends Cleo and Dylan are having their own
troubles. Can either couple find their happy ever after despite
busy lives, a crisis, and what looks like a wedding that's never
going to happen? Fall in love with the city that never sleeps as
love blooms in New York. *Please note this is a re-release of
Wedding Bells on Madison Avenue, previously published by Helen J
Rolfe* Praise for Helen Rolfe's heartwarming stories: 'Beautiful,
magical and incredibly moving' The Writing Garnet 'It's a book
version of a Hallmark movie' Amazon Reviewer 'A warm romantic
feel-good read' Goodreads Reviewer 'The perfect festive romance'
Jessica's Book Biz 'What a wonderful festive read!' Goodreads
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