The Dig and Hotel Fiesta (Illinois Poetry Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)Emanuel is a terrifically strong writer, one America's best young mainstream poets, and this two-in-one volume holds up to -- and deserves -- close and repeated readings. The people who have given this book sophmoric, thoughtless one-star reviews are probably as pretentious and lacking in subtley as their comments.

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The Sea-Breeze Hotel Review

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(More customer reviews)The Sea Breeze Hotel has too much wind and too few customers. This situation changes with the creation of kites--butterfly kites, box kites, dragon kites. With the kites flying proudly in the sky, visitors flock to the Sea Breeze Hotel. This is a delightfully rhythmic and imaginative book with illustrations to match.

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Michelin Red Guide Chicago, 2011: Restaurants & Hotels Review

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(More customer reviews)Zagats has become useless lately since it is based on people entering their ratings on the Internet.
If I'm to beleive the Zagats reviews, then Olive Garden is the best Italian with 'true Italian cusine' and Panera is the best place to go for salads.
I'm very happy that Michelin has decided to rate Chicago restaurants.
Finally a consistant professional review.
I bought one and two more as christmas presents for my friends.

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For the first time ever, Chicago has joined the MICHELIN Guide collection, offering objective reviews of 342 restaurants and 39 hotels to travelers and locals alike.The guide was two years in the making--two years of extensive research into Chicago restaurants and hotels by Michelin's team of famously anonymous inspectors, resulting in consistent, reliable recommendations.The guide covers various price and comfort categories and 42 different types of cuisine.Foodies, take note.23 Chicago area restaurants earned one or more stars, awarded strictly for culinary excellence.18 have one star; three reached two stars; and two restaurants attained the three-star level--the highest honor the MICHELIN Guide can bestow.Only 93 restaurants around the world hold three stars today.But the guide is not just about the stars, since starred restaurants represent only 10% of the guide's content.Every restaurant and hotel included in the guide is a recommendation.Budget-conscious diners will find plenty of choices in the guide.46 restaurants were highlighted as Inspector Favorites for Good Value, known as Bib Gourmand restaurants, serving two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for less than $40 (tax and tip not included).Another 109 Chicago restaurants are in the Under $25 category.Those who like to get the day off to a good start will really appreciate the MICHELIN Guide Chicago where inspectors have highlighted their favorite restaurants with standout breakfast preparations.Chicago is the only city where Michelin inspectors have considered breakfast as a meal.Other user-friendly indexes include restaurant listings for types of cuisine, brunch and late dining, as well as starred, Bib Gourmand and Under $25 restaurants.Reviews are grouped by neighborhood for easy, spur-of-the-moment decision-making.For travelers to orient themselves, or for locals to (re)discover their own area, introductions to each neighborhood describe local specialty spots, food-related sights and food & wine events.Time-tested Michelin symbols are used for quick reference, while city and neighborhood maps pinpoint location. MICHELIN Guide Chicago 2011 offers its readers the best places to eat and stay in Chicago.

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Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief Review

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(More customer reviews)One day 12-year-old Sammy Keyes is dying of bordom when she decides to take a look through Grams binocolors. And what does she see across the street in the Heaven Hotel? A man with a brown beard with a pair of black gloves searching through someone's purse! When he looks up what does Sammy do...? Wave! After that she tells the police but they don't care much about her sighting. What does a super slueth such as Sammy Keyes do in this situation? FIND THAT THIEF! This a must read which will surprise at the end more than your little brother can scare the daylights out of you.

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Grams always told her those binoculars would get her into trouble. Now Sammy's witnessed a crime at the Heavenly Hotel-a light fingered thief stealing $4,000 from Madame Nashira, the astrologer with the fire-hazard hair-do. Thing is, while she was watching him, he was watching her, too...Fast-paced and funny, packed with menacing suspects and clever clues, the Sammy Keyes mysteries keep you quessing to the last riveting page.

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At the Hotel Larry Review

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(More customer reviews)The narrator of this story is a girl who lives in a hotel with her father and mother. Larry, a polar bear, once saved her father's life, and as a reward, Larry wanted to live in a hotel with a swimming pool. So her father bought an old hotel, and Larry is the lifeguard. Every now and again, the girl disguises Larry in a very large coat, hat, and sunglasses, and they go to the Pancake Palace to eat blueberry pancakes. One day they go to the zoo, and I won't spoil the story by telling any more! The humor is wacky and sophisticated but will appeal to all ages.The style is simple and the book is fun to read because Larry is so clever and droll. I have read this book aloud countless of times to my 3-year-old. Larry has really captured the imagination of my son. Highly recommended for its humor and great illustrations.

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Sierra Hotel: Flying Air Force Fighters in the Decade After Vietnam Review

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(More customer reviews)Anderegg hits the bull's eye with his latest must-read book for anyone who shares his interest in aviation, the Air Force, fighter pilots, precision guided munitions, aerial combat, the Vietnam War, or the Gulf War. Far from being dry history, this chronicle was written by an insider who participated in the transformation of America's fighter force. He makes the fighter culture come alive with vivid descriptions of both the plays and the players.
Both a graduate of and a returning instructor to the Weapons School, Anderegg has transitioned from accomplished fighter pilot to laudable historian. As a narrative researcher and writer, he is second to none. This book rivals his first, Ash Warriors, for first place among the best of military history. He even includes the true story of Jeremiah Weed!
The best of its kind I've ever read! I swear on the pinky switch.

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The Kingston Hotel Cafe Cookbook: Free-Spirited Recipes to Warm the Soul Review

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(More customer reviews)This cookbook is a delight, mixing fresh, seasonal ingredients in surprising but always appetizing ways -- and best of all, using recipes that are not arcane or terribly time-consuming (but do expect to spend a fair amount of time chopping). My personal favorites are two unusual summer dishes, one a fruit gazpacho and the other a hot blueberry soup with coconut milk and lime. Yum! I *will* seek out the restaurant when next I'm in the Pacific Northwest.

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Ultimate Hotel Design Review

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(More customer reviews)This book offers a serious, well-informed, insider view of the hotels currently at the avant-garde of interior designing. Many of the properties illustrated represent "la creme de la creme" of the hotel industry in the past decade; and least to say are well worth staying at.
I would particularly recommend this fascinating book to the experienced traveler who takes pride in indulging him or herself in an ambience of exclusiveness and inspiration. A must have!

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This sumptuously illustrated, beautifully produced book takes the reader on a visual tour of more than sixty of the world's most outstanding hotels. Divided equally among metropolitan and resort hotels in North and South America, Europe, and the Middle East and packed with hundreds of color photographs, Ultimate Hotels is a must-have for anyone interested in distinctive style, service, and design in accommodations.

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Dream Sleeps: Castles and Palace Hotels of Europe Review

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(More customer reviews)An intriguing book. I have already dreamt up enough vacations to last the rest of my life, and I've only had this book two days. The book has short, two or three page descriptions of 132 hotels. Most of them are based on old castles or palaces, though there are a couple based on convents, and at least one is an old royal hospital. They are all appropriate for the book. There is usually an exterior photo and an interior photo, and good information on the history of the place, both as a castle (or whatever) and how it came to be a hotel. There is fairly detailed information on accommodations, including comments on virtues and vices of specific rooms in some of the hotels (at least one specific room is listed as allegedly haunted). I could wish for a bit more detail in some cases, but that is probably unrealistic.
I hadn't planned to go to Europe in 2001, but now may have to change my plans....

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Sleeping With Ghosts: A Ghost Hunter's Guide To Arizona's Haunted Hotels And Inns Review

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(More customer reviews)Wow- this is SUCH a great ghost book!
There are many glossy photos in this book--- nearly one on every page! The beautiful photos show both of exterior and interior shots of these haunted buildings.
The places listed are:
ALPINE- Hannagan Meadow Lodge
BISBEE:
Bisbee Grand Hotel
The Bisbee Inn
Copper Queen Hotel
The Inn at Castle Rock
OK Street Jailhouse
Oliver House
DOUGLAS:
Gadsden Hotel
FLAGSTAFF:
Comfi Cottages of Flagstaff
Hotel Monte Vista
Weatherford Hotel
GLOBE:
Noftsger Hill Inn
JEROME:
Connor Hotel
Ghost City Inn B&B
The Inn at Jerome
Jerome Grand Hotel
The Surgeon's House B&B
KINGMAN:
Hotel Brunswick
OATMAN:
Oatman Hotel
PEACH SPRINGS:
Grand Canyon Caverns Inn
PHOENIX:
Hotel San Carlos
PRESCOTT:
Hassayampa Inn
Hotel Vendome
TOMBSTONE:
Buford House B&B
Larian Motel
TUCSON:
Hotel Congress
Santa Rita Hotel
WILLIAMS:
Red Garter Bed & Bakery
YUMA:
Hotel Lee
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Each haunted location has a history section- it then lists the GHOSTS for each particular hotel.
Complete contact info for each haunted location is included- (along with websites/ e-mail contact info, etc..)
I have a very large collection of books on ghosts and hauntings- but this one is definately one of my favorites!
Lindy at:www.hauntedcolorado.net

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A Ghost Hunter's Guide to Arizona's Haunted Hotels & Inns These ghostly tales of Arizona's haunted hotels, inns and bed & breakfasts provide eyewitness accounts, legendary stories and unsolved mysteries at twenty-nine open-to-the-public lodging establishments.

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Pink Palace: The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, a Sheraton Hotel in Hawaii Review

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(More customer reviews)Having just visited this hotel, I wanted more information on the history of such a beautiful place. This book is the best collection of historical pictures and information I could find on the beautiful Pink Palace. This would make a great travel companion on your next visit to Waikiki Beach. The next time you walk through coconut grove or grab a drink at the Mai Tai bar, you will think of the rich history of this amazing hotel.

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The National Trust Guide to Historic Bed & Breakfasts, Inns, and Small Hotels (National Trust Guide to Historic Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and Small Hotels) Review

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(More customer reviews)The level of information is extremely high for all parts of the country and gives great information on the specifics of individual properties. Reviewed it at an inn in New Heaven and sent away for it immediately. I compared entries to actual experiences and found it exquisitely accurate.

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Now in a new edition!
The definitive guide to America's historic getaways.
Vacations to remember start with this National Trust guide to the most historically interesting accommodations across the nation. Thoroughly revised and updated, this edition includes over 600 unique historic lodgings—from one-room guesthouses to 100-room family-run resorts. Entries include information about building architecture and craftsmanship, plus fascinating facts about famous residents, important events, and more.
A Great Lakes lighthouse, a Hawaiian pineapple plantation, a sailor's boardinghouse in Maryland . . . these are just a few of the exciting possibilities you'll want to explore. Whether you're planning a short weekend break or longer trips, you'll discover a treasury of places to stay where you can make history—and become part of it!

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Luxury Hotels America Review

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(More customer reviews)The Luxury book is a beautiful addition to any library, travel lover, or those who love luxury. It was wonderful looking through this book finding some of my favorite hotels in America outlined in spectacular photographs. It makes one want one want to pick up the telephone and call the airlines to make a visit to some of the properties. Being a merchant of the finest luxury home products, these properties go hand in hand. Go splurge and experience them.

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This latest addition to teNeues' series of luxury hotels around the world takes the reader throughout the Americas; from Vancouver to Rio de Janeiro, from San Francisco to Anguilla. Here you can marvel at sumptuous interiors from the top hotels. From the guest rooms to the lobbies, dining rooms and lavish exteriors and grounds, it's all chronicled in this lushly photographed volume. Whether in the most selected city neighbourhoods, beachside, or in remote pastoral splendor, these really are the Americas' most luxurious accommodations.

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The Hotel Book: Great Escapes Europe (Jumbo) Review

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(More customer reviews)This Taschen book is full of glorious photos of all sorts of hotels across Europe, many not found in normal guide books. A world class book and an inspiration for any arm chair traveter!

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The first installment in our new Hotel Book series, this is both a luscious picture-book of interiors and a guide to some of the most spectacular getaways in Europe. Featuring a selection of the most unique hotels and guesthouses from Sweden to Turkey—all places where you can melt away from the problems of the ‘real world'—the book mixes gorgeous color photographs with directions, pricing, and contact information. Since reading is a requisite part of your relaxing escape, we also suggest books for you to take along to each destination. From a lighthouse in Wales to a former monastery in Spain, these are the sorts of hotels that will open up your senses and just might change your whole perspective on life.

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Hello Italy: Best Budget Hotels in Italy : 16 Italian Cities Review

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(More customer reviews)Margo loves to travel and write about her experiences. In this guide she gives useful Italian Phrases for Hotel Reservations, tells you where to find bookstores and explores centrally located hotels in 16 Italian cities. Travelers all over the world trust the Hello guides and the first part of this book is filled with wonderful letters from people who also read books by Rick Steves and Fodor. They love how Margo personalizes the experience by giving tips on where to shop for groceries, where to find Internet cafes and even where to do your laundry. She explains why less is more when thinking about luggage and I was smiling as I read about her adventures with suitcases on cobbled streets and running through the rain.
If you want to take a trip without relying on travel agents or want to make your trip more affordable, then Margo's books have a lot to offer. Even travel agents rely on her books! This is her tenth book in the series and she wrote her book about Italy while traveling with her husband. So romantic!
You can select hotels bases on the number of people or fun things like "fabulous sea view." The chapter on Florence is very entertaining. You can choose from walking tours to day trips and the list of bookstores also has the times they are open. There are amusing details about restaurants and Margo explains where to find the best sandwiches, although the owner is a little brusque. The list of "unusual things to pack" make your trip so much more comfortable and enjoyable.
The unique thing about these books is that Margo and her husband pay for all their expenses, so you get the real and honest approach and none of the hotels or restaurants have paid to be included in this book. The pictures throughout the book make this a charming guide with a wonderful personal approach and a sense of adventure.
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Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Collection: European Coast & Country Review

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(More customer reviews)This book is really very detailed and has lots of beautiful pictures. It gives you all the information on the region of the country, when to go, when not to go, what you will see, the night life, shopping, restaurants, hotels. What you can expect in the hotels, pictures of the rooms. It is just a must have for the new and inexperienced traveler who wants to do some traveling but never knew where to go and what to expect. They also give you information on how to get around, what to pack, and what festivals and big events are happening at any given time so you will know the perfect time for you and when you want to be in said place. I just love this book. They also tell you how to tip hotel staff, restaurant staff, taxi drivers. Anything and everything you wanted to know is in the book.

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Inspirational and informative, this insightful resource offers a peek inside an incredibly diverse array of romantic getaways-including rural retreats and stunning seaside stays-from Europe's most attractive coastal and countryside destinations. From Provençal châteaux, Tuscan villas, secret Spanish hideaways, and even an Icelandic designer stay, each boutique destination has been chosen for its unique look and atmosphere. As well as evocative photographs and entertaining reviews, tips to cover every practicality are provided along with such essential details as the best rooms to book, recommended restaurants, bars, and beaches, and the lowdown on local arts and culture. Distinguished reviewers offer honest analysis, and an exclusive free Smith membership card is included that provides access to upgrades, discounts, and other exciting extras. This is an indispensable guide that ensures you get the hotel address right first time.

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Ghostly Encounters: True Stories of America's Haunted Inns and Hotels Review

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(More customer reviews)Ghostly Encounters by Frances Kermeen is a must read for those interested in the possibility that death is only the begining and that just because you can not see them, does not mean they are not there. The Author takes the reader into her investigations as she explores Americas notorious Haunted Inns and Hotels for herself and the reader can be assured, of her ability to bring us into her investigations as if we were there ourselves but fortunately were not! She seeks out the truth and is not afraid to express her honesty,doubts, and most often fears with the readers in hopes of discovering the truth no matter what. Not since Hans Holzer has anyone made me doubt, that the cold chill i feel at night just might be someone reaching out from beyond the grave. I highly recommend this book and can not wait to read her next one.

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