When you want to escape for a few days, Britain offers a wealth of cities and towns where you can treat yourself to a well-deserved break at any time of the year. Great British Weekend Escapes contains 70 enticing getaways.
Hidden London contains a wealth of fascinating attractions - 110 in total - in all corners of the city and its environs, many of which are relatively unknown except to a small group of locals and insiders. Inside you'll discover a wealth of historic churches and other ancient buildings; 'secret' parks and gardens and long 'lost' cemeteries; fascinating small museums and galleries; atmospheric pubs and stunning hotels; cutting-edge art and design, and much more.
London is a treasure trove for museum fans and art lovers and one of the world's great art and cultural centres, with more popular museums and galleries than any other world city. The art scene is a lot like the city itself diverse, vast, vibrant and in a constant state of flux a cornucopia of traditional and cutting-edge, majestic and mundane, world-class and run-of-the-mill, bizarre and brilliant. So, whether you're an art lover, culture vulture, history buff or just looking for something to entertain the family during the school holidays, you re bound to find inspiration in London."
Written in an entertaining style, Living and Working in Britain is designed to provide newcomers with the practical information necessary for a relatively trouble-free life. It is packed with essential information and insider tips to help minimize culture shock and reduce the newcomers rookie period to a minimum. Living and Working in Britain is essential reading for anyone planning to spend an extended period in Britain. Printed in color.
Vols. for 5th ed. (2008)- by: David Hampshire.
Written in an entertaining style with a touch of humor, Living and Working in New Zealand is designed to provide newcomers with the practical information necessary for a relatively trouble-free life. Its contents include finding a job, permits & visas, health, accommodation, finance, insurance, education, shopping, post office and telephone services, public transport, motoring, TV and radio, leisure and much, much more. It is packed with vital information and insider tips to help minimize culture shock and reduce the newcomers' rookie period to a minimum. Living and Working in New Zealand is essential reading for anyone planning to spend an extended period in New Zealand.
Offering a humorous yet informative approach, this guide provides comprehensive insights for prospective homebuyers in New Zealand. It covers various aspects, from investment options to selecting ideal locations and navigating the purchase process. Readers will find essential information on finances, taxation, insurance, and moving, along with valuable tips to sidestep common pitfalls. This resource is indispensable for anyone looking to successfully navigate the complexities of buying property in New Zealand, ensuring a smoother and more informed experience.
Written in an entertaining style with a touch of humor, Buying a Home in Australia covers everything a prospective buyer could wish to know, including buying for investment or pleasure, the best places to live, finding your dream home, money matters, the purchase procedure, moving house, taxation, insurance, renting and much, much more. It is packed with vital information and insider tips to help readers avoid disasters that can turn their dream home into a nightmare. Buying a Home in Australia is essential reading for anyone planning to buy property in Australia and is designed to guide readers through the property maze and save them time, trouble and money!
Living and Working in Australia is essential reading for anyone planning to live or work in Australia and the most up to date source of practical information available about everyday life. It's guaranteed to hasten your introduction to the Australian way of life, and, most importantly, will save you time, trouble and money! The best-selling and most comprehensive book about living and working in Australia since it was first published in 1998. Contains twice as much information as similar books! Book jacket.
Buying a Home in Greece and Cyprus is the most comprehensive and up-to-date source of information available about purchasing property in Greece and Cyprus. Whether you want a villa, farmhouse, townhouse, cottage or an apartment, a holiday or a permanent home, this book will help make your dreams come true.
Guice to relocation to London.
For anyone thinking of buying a home in another country, here is essential information to help them with their purchase. Foreign buyers can often get caught in a sea of red tape, but author David Hampshire takes the worry out of dealing with the bureaucracy with clear-cut instructions on how to seek, buy and develop property. Each book deals with mortgages, taxes and where to get financing and insurance. Vital information is also included on how to select a real estate agent and how to deal with utility companies. Whether buyers are seeking a mansion, villa, farmhouse, townhouse or apartment, a vacation or permanent home, the "Buying A Home Series" will help make their dreams come true.
Written in an engaging style, this guide is tailored for newcomers seeking practical information for a smoother transition to life in France. It covers essential topics such as job hunting, permits and visas, health care, accommodation, finance, insurance, education, shopping, postal and telephone services, public transport, motoring, and leisure activities. Packed with vital information and insider tips, it aims to minimize culture shock and shorten the adjustment period for newcomers. While general information may be accessible in France (if you speak French), finding reliable, up-to-date resources in English specifically for foreigners can be challenging. This guide fills that gap, offering comprehensive and practical insights to help you feel at home. Transitioning from tourist to resident involves navigating a new environment and culture, which can be daunting. Now in its 11th edition, this book stands out as the most current resource for foreigners in France. It is not just a collection of dry facts; rather, it provides an entertaining and practical perspective on life in the country. With up to twice the information found in similar guides, it is essential reading for anyone planning to live or work in France.
A Survival Handbook - 3rd Edition Completely Revised
Informative and practical, here's essential information for those who move abroad or relocate due to business. Each entertaining guide includes chapters on finding jobs, permits, visas and accommodations.
A Survival Handbook - 2nd Edition Completely Revised
-- Essential reading for those who move abroad or are relocated because of business -- Includes chapters on finding jobs, permits & visas, working conditions and accommodations
Essential reading for anyone planning to live or work in Switzerla- nd, packed with vital information to help readers save time, trouble and money. Interest in living, working and retiring abroad has never been higher, confirmed by the wealth of TV programmes, magazines and newspaper articles on the subject.
