by
Kiros, Tessa, author.
Call Number
641.5944 KIR
Publication Date
2016
Summary
Tessa Kiros, renowned for her exquisite food and travel books, takes us ona fascinating journey across the globe to explore French culinary influencesin far-flung destinations. Her journey begins in Provence, where Tessa first fell in love with French food, and explores the Mediterranean region's links between the indigenous ingredients, flavours, materials and traditions.She then takes the path of early French explorers, travelling to the island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean; Vietnam in South-east Asia; Pondicherryon the Bay of Bengal, India; La Reunion, a French island in the Indian Ocean; finally returning to France and landing in Normandy, where the cuisine is so different from the South of France. In each destination, Tessa delves into the history and culinary traditions of the country (or region), discovering how French cuisine has become embroiled with local ingredients and traditions.
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Regular print
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Tacker, Tom Neal, editor.
Call Number
647.9594 GOU
Publication Date
2013
Summary
Australia is home to some of the world's best food and wine destinations, and this book will help you to discover the very best of them. Divided into regional sections, Gourmet Touring around Australia covers everything from fine-dining restaurants, breezy cafes and up-market produce stores, to farm-gate stalls, cheesemaking factories, olive groves, boutique breweries and cellar doors. For every region there are recommendations for where to stay, information on gourmet festivals and markets, and a suggested itinerary that will help you to decide where to stop, whether your gourmet tour is just for a weekend or longer. Researched and written by local travel and food writers, and with a completely new design and flexi-binding for better on-road use, this guide is the must-have companion for any foodie, wine lover or beer lover.
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Regular print
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by
Drynan, Kate, author.
Call Number
914.1504 IRE
Publication Date
2023
Summary
This Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to Ireland and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travellers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colourful magazine-style layout, this Ireland guidebook is just the tool you need to accompany you before or during your trip. Whether it's deciding when to go, choosing what to see or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Dublin and Connemara, it will answer all the questions you might have along the way. It will also help guide you when you'll be exploring the Aran Islands or discovering the Glens of Antrim on the ground. Our Ireland travel guide was fully-updated post-COVID-19.
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Taborda, Joana, (Travel writer), author.
Call Number
914.6904 POR
Publication Date
2023
Summary
Lonely Planet's Portugal is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spend an evening in one of Lisbon's many fado houses, discover stunning architecture in Porto and soak up the sun in the Algarve; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Portugal Travel Guide: - Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them - Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests - Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics - Eating & drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try - Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel - Colour maps and images throughout - Language - essential phrases and language tips - Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Covers Lisbon, the Algarve, the Altentejo, Estremadura, Ribatejo, the Beiras, Porto, the Douro, Tras-Os-Montes, the Minho and more!
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Books
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by
Garwood, Duncan, author.
Call Number
914.504 ITA
Publication Date
2023
Summary
Lonely Planet's Italy is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Relive the past at Pompeii, take a world-class Tuscan wine tour and explore the unspoilt wilderness of Sardinia; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Italy Travel Guide: - Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them - Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests - Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics - Eating & drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try - Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel - Colour maps and images throughout - Language - essential phrases and language tips - Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Covers Rome, Turin, the Cinque Terre, Genoa, Milan, Venice, Verona, Bologna, Parma, Florence, Pisa, Naples, Bari, Sicily, Sardinia and more!
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Regular print
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by
Tierney, Beth, author
Call Number
797.23 TIE
Publication Date
2014
Summary
Footprint's Diving the World is essential reading for anyone interested in diving. With over 200 prime sites and color images throughout, this book offers the ultimate inspiration as well as all the practical information you need to plan your next dive. Written by expert photo-journalist team Beth & Shaun Tierney, who have been diving for over 25 years, this third edition has been revised and updated to reflect the shifts in the dynamic dive travel industry and to incorporate new destinations. * Planning section includes all the essentials, from equipment & packing to locals laws & customs * Key data for each destination and each of the featured dive sites, including health information, conservation issues and marine biodiversity * Select listings which include the authors' favorite dive centers, restaurants and places to sleep * 'Drying out' sections with information on what to do when you're not diving, fantastic for anyone travelling with a non-diver * Anecdotes from other divers and dive experts Whether you're looking for the most biodiverse dive spot, or one that's the best value for money, Diving the World 3rd edition will help you get the most out of your trip both underwater and on dry land.
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by
Biederman, Paul S., author.
Call Number
338.4791 TRA
Publication Date
2008
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by
Powers, Thomas F.
Call Number
647.94068 POW
Publication Date
2006
Format:
Books
Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0417/2004009419.html
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by
Morrison, Alastair M., author.
Call Number
338.4791 MOR
Publication Date
2019
Summary
This is a comprehensive and integrated textbook which considers both destination marketing and management in one volume. It focuses on how destination marketing is planned, implemented and evaluated as well as the management and operations of destination marketing and management organizations. Marketing and Managing Tourism Destinations is a comprehensive and integrated introductory textbook covering both destination marketing and destination management in one volume. It focuses on how destination management is planned, implemented and evaluated as well as the management and operations of destination management organizations (DMOs), how they conduct business, major opportunities, challenges and issues they face to compete for the global leisure and business travel markets. This second edition has been updated to include: A new chapter on visitor management that includes a section on crisis and disaster management New material on destination leadership and coordination New and revised content on digital marketing New and updated international case examples throughout to show the practical realities and approaches to managing different destinations around the world. It is illustrated in full colour and packed with features to encourage reflection on main themes, spur critical thinking and show theory in practice. Written by an author with many years of industry practice, university teaching and professional training experience, this book is the essential guide to the subject for tourism, hospitality and events students and industry practitioners alike.
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by
Powers, Thomas F.
Call Number
647.94 POW
Publication Date
2006
Summary
"Introduction to the Hospitality Industry stands out in the field for its extensive coverage of all aspects of the business, from individual roles to operational issues." "Students easily gain a clear understanding of the size and scope of this expanding industry from the authors' accessible treatment. Introduction to the Hospitality Industry, Sixth Edition is perfect introductory reading for students interested in a career in the hospitality sector."--BOOK JACKET.
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Books
Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0417/2004009599.html
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by
Powers, Thomas F.
Call Number
647.94068 POW
Publication Date
2003 2002
Format:
Books
Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/wiley021/2001045582.html
Publisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/description/wiley036/2001045582.html
Publisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/description/wiley036/2001045582.html
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by
Barrows, Clayton W., author.
Call Number
647.94068 BAR
Publication Date
2012
Summary
"Readers preparing to work in hospitality will enter a field that is quickly evolving. The rise of the global economy, ecotourism, internet commerce, and changing consumer demands are just some of the factors they will be dealing with in this exciting and dynamic industry. This new edition gives readers the foundation they need to thrive in today's hospitality industry, covering everything from finance to operational issues. The Eighth Edition of Introduction to the Hospitality Industry features both historical perspectives and discussions of new trends in a variety of sectors. This edition includes additional international examples of hospitality and tourism operations have been included throughout the text. This book covers all the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the hospitality industry. Readers will have a strong overview of the industry, where it fits into the broader world, the major issues and challenges in the field, and the many possible career paths that await them"--Provided by publisher.
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