Lisa Gerard-Sharp

This beautiful travel guide explores the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland by dividing the island into Dublin proper plus 7 geographical regions. Within each region, it identifies a small number of truly must-see locations, sights and activities, then a larger number of others of interest, and then brief paragraph descriptions of them. Its design and style is trademark DK Eyewitness -- with literally a thousand color images, maps and building cross-sections -- except the pages are now show more of matte paper instead of glossy.

Note two things: 1) it’s an exploratory guide, most suitable for plotting out a general itinerary in the early stages of vacation planning; and 2) with very few exceptions, it does NOT include listings for lodging, dining or entertainment (which is fine; online sites have excellent, up-to-date information on all of that). As an instrument of inspiration or armchair travel, it’s a lively volume.

(Review based on a copy of the 2019 edition provided by the publisher.) show less

The book is well illustrated and has a lot of historical information. The discussions are categorized by the sections of Venice. I learned a lot of information about places that I will never visit. There are some other helpful sections on travel. I recommend the book but like Rick Steve's books better because of the added humor and practical advice including highlights for short visits.

Nice due to the concept of this guides but i missed the Michelin Guide this time ... Not enough detail about certain little towns.

Good Will