Let's Go: Britain & Ireland 2005

Review
"The granddaddy of budget guides"
--The New York Times

"Guides that penetrate the veneer of holiday brochures and mine the grit of real life"
--The Economist


Book Description
Completely revised and updated, Let's Go: Britain & Ireland is your comprehensive guide to the British Isles. Our forty-five years of travel savvy guide you to the islands' classic places and faces, from Stonehenge to Shakespeare's Globe, and fresh coverage of hikes, bikes, and treks exposes the modern Britain beyond the crumbling castles and literary legends. This edition features all-new coverage of the Channel Islands, as well as a focus on pop culture and where to find it. Travelers who want to get their hands dirty will find ample listings for opportunities to participate in agricultural work or archaeological digs. So, whether you'd rather browse antiquarian volumes in book-crazy Hay-on-Wye or scale the rugged peaks of the Scottish Highlands, Let's Go's intrepid researchers will give you the latest on how to get there, get around, and get busy.


From the Inside Flap
For forty-five years, Let's Go Travel Guides have brought budget-savvy travelers closer to the world by providing the most up-to-date information.

Includes:
· Entries in a range of price levels for lodging, food, nightlife, and more
· Brand-new coverage of the Channel Islands
· Reflections from Simon Schama on Britain's architectural heritage
· Up-to-date reviews of the hottest club spots in England's Northwest
· Listings of popular events, including the wild Edinburgh Fringe Festival
· Detailed maps of cities, towns, regions, and national parks

Featuring Not-to-be-Missed Experiences

Cultural Connections
Paint your face with the fanatics at Cardiff's rowdy rugby matches.

Inside Scoops & Hidden Deals
Join gourmands for affordable fine dining at the Gourmet Glasgow festival.

Off the Beaten Path
Set sail on a Viking longship under the midnight sun of the Shetland Islands.



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Completely revised and updated, Let's Go: Britain & Ireland is your comprehensive guide to the British Isles. Our forty-five years of travel savvy guide you to the islands' classic places and faces, from Stonehenge to Shakespeare's Globe, and fresh coverage of hikes, bikes, and treks exposes the modern Britain beyond the crumbling castles and literary legends. This edition features all-new coverage of the Channel Islands, as well as a focus on pop culture and where to find it. Travelers who want to get their hands dirty will find ample listings for opportunities to participate in agricultural work or archaeological digs. So, whether you'd rather browse antiquarian volumes in book-crazy Hay-on-Wye or scale the rugged peaks of the Scottish Highlands, Let's Go's intrepid researchers will give you the latest on how to get there, get around, and get busy.


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