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UK Holidays - London For Dummies (Dummies Travel)
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List Price: $17.99
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Manufacturer: For Dummies
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 914.210486
EAN: 9780470165621
ISBN: 0470165626
Label: For Dummies
Manufacturer: For Dummies
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 362
Publication Date: 2008-03-04
Publisher: For Dummies
Studio: For Dummies
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London is both traditional and trend-setting — the home of ceremonious pomp and pageantry and the "anything goes" aura of Soho. You can hang around the Tower of London or seek out the happening spots. Dine on fish and chips, try modern British cuisine, or take advantage of great ethnic restaurants, including Indian, French, Chinese, and more. Take in the historical sites or explore diverse neighborhoods. This guide gives you the latest scoop on: - The hottest clubs and night life, the coolest shopping, and the thriving performing arts scene
- Attractions ranging from pubs to palaces to Parliament
- Incredible museums, including the British Museum with its antiquities, the Tate Modern, and the National Portrait Gallery with likenesses of famous Brits, including pop icons like Elton John
- Four itineraries to help you pack the most into your stay
- Five day trips to Bath, Stonehenge, Stratford-upon-Avon, and other attractions
Like every For Dummies travel guide, London For Dummies, Fifth Edition includes: -
Down-to-earth trip-planning advice -
What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip -
The best hotels and restaurants for every budget -
Lots of detailed maps
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Summary: London for Dummies
Comment: Out of 5 London travel books, used this one exclusively during a 2005 visit - it was invaluable. Much more practical (and in-depth) info. than the other guides. Bought the new copy for my trip in a few months. Also, found The London Mapguide an invaluable map reference for traveling on the Tube and getting around on foot. These 2 books are all you need.
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Summary: disappointing
Comment: I did not have an up-to-date copy of Rick Steve's LONDON 2008, so I bought a copy of LONDON FOR DUMMIES, 4th Edition, at the PX of a nearby USAF base.
The book, published only two years ago, noted that a particular London hotel was "chic," and had been "recently refurbished." Well, I followed the book's advice, and reserved a room at the hotel. Wel-l-l, the carpet was filthy, the curtains were grimy, and even the walls were grimy. The place was downright disgusting. Even after two years, it is doubtful that a place could go downhill that fast. Yecccch!
I just ordered a new copy of Rick Steve's guide LONDON 2008. Buy it! Rick Steve's will steer you to the right place.
I believe that I wasted money on the LONDON FOR DUMMIES book . . . and I ended up being the "dummy"! :-)
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Summary: Only ONE mistake?
Comment: I've not yet been to London, but I found five errors of fact. Not very encouraging when you come to a book to get reliable information! What other little surprises are there that I don't know about?
It might suit an American readership, but I found the text often patronising of the British people, and quite offensive to the Royal Family. I think tact and respect are always pleasant characteristics in a visitor....
My recommendation would be to stick with Lonely Planet Guides, which have served me well on several continents.
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Summary: London for Dummies
Comment: Borrowed this from the library and found we couldn't leave home without it, had to buy it! Everything we needed to know to get ready for our stay over the pond. Taking the source with us.
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Summary: London For Dummies
Comment: I used this book every day when I was in London. The maps were very helpful.
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