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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 914.210486 EAN: 9780470165621 Edition: 5 ISBN: 0470165626 Label: For Dummies Manufacturer: For Dummies Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 362 Publication Date: March 04, 2008 Publisher: For Dummies Studio: For Dummies Editorial Review: Product Description: 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:
Like every For Dummies travel guide, London For Dummies, Fifth Edition includes:
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 Rating:  - London for DummiesOut 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. Rating:  - disappointingI 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 ... Read More Rating: - Only ONE mistake?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, ... Read More Rating: - London for DummiesBorrowed 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. Rating: - London For DummiesI used this book every day when I was in London. The maps were very helpful. |
