Which ever direction you travel in the Americas; north, south, east or west, this volume offers an extensive array of cool hotel options. When you`re seeking just the right combination of sophisticated watering hole, deluxe private space, & cutting-edge design, these locales are for you. This guide is packed full of both alluring images & useful information. Browsing the pages, you`ll get an in-depth glimpse of the carefully curated furnishings, artwork, & fine design details which make each hotel a byword for chic sophistication. Along with fine service & precise attention to detail, they all offer the ambiance & amenities sure to please even the choosiest of hip travelers. ...

London is an unparalleled blend of tradition & edginess. Nowhere is this more apparent than in its hotels. This vital compendium showcases chic hotels sure to wow even the most jaded guest. Each profile lists hotel facilities as well as nearby restaurants & shops featured in te Neues's Cool Restaurants & Cool Shops series. This complete round-up covers such stunning lodgings as Hazlitts, B+B Belgravia, & Brown's Hotel. ? This handy flexi-cover guide is abundantly illustrated with Approx. 200 color photographs that convey the spirit of each home-away-from-home ? Essential for travelers to London & for design professionals ...

Spa & Wellness in The Cool Hotels series from Te Neues; this particular edition of the guides is aimed squarely at those looking for relaxation, refreshment, & all else spas & similar havens have to offer. Unique ambiences, exclusive locations, & soothing silences are all in this large format, gorgeously photographed book. As well as the full-colour photography bursting from every page, there are telephone numbers, websites & addresses should any of them take your fancy. ...

Cool Prices in The Cool Hotels series from Te Neues is different from its sister titles in that it matches innovative design with fairer prices; unique ambiences, exclusive locations, & soothing silences are all in this large format, gorgeously photographed book. As well as the full-colour photography bursting from every page, there are telephone numbers, websites & addresses should any of them take your fancy. ...

Explore the heart of Japanese culture with this three-part travel guide. First, visit Kyoto, where you will discover one thousand years of history from the ancient love story the Tale of Genji to the traditional tea ceremony. Then head to Tokyo to experience Japan`s cutting-edge capital, where the twenty-first-century kawaii culture collides with landmarks like the Kabuki-za Theater & the Imperial Palace. For a different perspective, venture outside the city to the seaside towns of Tohoku, the region largely affected by the 2011 tsunami disaster. Written by local expert Sumiki Kajiyama & illustrated in lively animation style, this book introduces readers to Japan`s national heroes & must-see places from a uniquely Japanese perspective. Informative, entertaining, & useful, ” Cool Japan” is an ideal introduction for any traveler looking for a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, past & present. ...

Did you know that fish can use tools, & that wombat poo is cubic? This animal-tastic, fact-packed guide to the world of nature contains everything the budding naturalist needs to know. Meet nature`s most fearsome predators, explore the wonders of the ocean, & marvel at the ability of animals to survive in the harshest environments. If you want to get out into the wild yourself, there`s cool practical advice for tracking animals through the woods, using binoculars to spot our feathered friends & making a bird feeder in your back yard. Learn about why we should all care about endangered species, who would win in a fight between a shark & a honey badger, & how to make flowers bloom in the most unlikely places. Packed with quirky illustrations & absorbing information, this book is the perfect gift for the nature obsessive in your life. Word count: 20, 000 ...

New York in Te Neues Cool Cities range, a primarily visual guide to the coolest hotels, restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars, lounges, shops, highlights & more. As well as the sumptuous full colour photography, there are brief snippets of information on the places themselves, as well as basic contact details & addresses. This little tome is perfect for those literally wanting to have a look at these places as opposed to a detailed read. ...

Paris in Te Neues Cool Cities range, a primarily visual guide to the coolest hotels, restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars, lounges, shops, highlights & more. As well as the sumptuous full colour photography, there are brief snippets of information on the places themselves, as well as basic contact details & addresses. This little tome is perfect for those literally wanting to have a look at these places as opposed to a detailed read. ...

Rome in Te Neues Cool Cities range, a primarily visual guide to the coolest hotels, restaurants, cafes, clubs, bars, lounges, shops, highlights & more. As well as the sumptuous full colour photography, there are brief snippets of information on the places themselves, as well as basic contact details & addresses. This little tome is perfect for those literally wanting to have a look at these places as opposed to a detailed read. ...

Discover the city of temples, video games, manga, & cosplay with this graphic Tokyo travel guide! Tokyo is an astonishing world unto itself-a city for lovers of Japanese culture, fashion & great food that mixes the best of old & new. In Cool Tokyo Guide, Abby Denson, author of the popular Cool Japan Guide, turns her focus to Tokyo`s exciting streets & a little bit beyond. Abby, her husband Matt, friend Yuuko & sidekick Kitty Sweet Tooth will introduce you to: A restaurant where clowns drive robots & mermaids ride on sharks Fantastic shops for lovers of everything from vintage manga to dollar-store treasures Great places to take kids-or be a kid, of any age-like the Ghibli Museum & Palette Town Famous sites both old & new, from Sensoji Temple to Tokyo Tower Major comic conventions in the anime, cosplay & manga capital of the world Must-visit spots like Ueno Park & even a few spots outside the city This practical & fun comic book guide also helps you navigate everyday Tokyo life such as train etiquette, trash disposal, tricky toilets, department store fitting rooms, & the surgical mask phenomenon. There is also information on ways to prepare ahead of time to make the most of your stay in Tokyo. So whether you`re planning a trip or taking an armchair sojourn, take this book with you & get ready for the best time ever! ...