Book Description
A comprehensive guide to lodging, dining, shopping, crafts, resorts, outdoor recreation, and museums in Connecticut.
Author : Barnett D. Laschever
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 545 pages
File Size : 41,61 MB
Release : 2009-05-18
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0881508241
A comprehensive guide to lodging, dining, shopping, crafts, resorts, outdoor recreation, and museums in Connecticut.
Author : Andi Marie Cantele
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 25,51 MB
Release : 2012-02-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0881509590
"Comprehensive . . .well organized . . . should be carried in every glove compartment of every car that traverses Connecticut highways."—Journal Inquirer, Manchester, Connecticut Welcomed and praised by newspapers across the state, Explorer’s Guide Connecticut gives visitors and residents alike detailed descriptions of attractions and little-known tips about the Nutmeg State. Veteran travel writers Barnett Laschever and Andi Marie Cantele again bring you authoritative advice on what to see, where to eat, and where to stay in the new edition of this trusted guide. Covering the state from the mountains in the north to the long and varied coastline in the south, from cities to backroads, this revised and expanded edition features extensive descriptions and detailed maps to guide readers effortlessly along many pleasant journeys for individual travelers and families. Historic and exciting Mystic Seaport, the rich collections of the Yale University museums, beach and skiing trips, and the many state forests and parks of Connecticut are just a handful of the attractions covered. Regional and downtown maps feature helpful icons and indicate places that are wheelchair-accessible, pet- and family-friendly, and of other special value. Features include: an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip plan; regional and downtown maps; handy icons that point out family-friendly attractions, wheelchair access, special value, and lodgings that accept pets.
Author : Andi Marie Cantele
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 22,14 MB
Release : 2012-03-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581578156
"Comprehensive . . .well organized . . . should be carried in every glove compartment of every car that traverses Connecticut highways."—Journal Inquirer, Manchester, Connecticut Welcomed and praised by newspapers across the state, Explorer’s Guide Connecticut gives visitors and residents alike detailed descriptions of attractions and little-known tips about the Nutmeg State. Veteran travel writers Barnett Laschever and Andi Marie Cantele again bring you authoritative advice on what to see, where to eat, and where to stay in the new edition of this trusted guide. Covering the state from the mountains in the north to the long and varied coastline in the south, from cities to backroads, this revised and expanded edition features extensive descriptions and detailed maps to guide readers effortlessly along many pleasant journeys for individual travelers and families. Historic and exciting Mystic Seaport, the rich collections of the Yale University museums, beach and skiing trips, and the many state forests and parks of Connecticut are just a handful of the attractions covered. Regional and downtown maps feature helpful icons and indicate places that are wheelchair-accessible, pet- and family-friendly, and of other special value. Features include: an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip plan; regional and downtown maps; handy icons that point out family-friendly attractions, wheelchair access, special value, and lodgings that accept pets.
Author : Barnett D. Laschever
Publisher :
Page : 559 pages
File Size : 15,20 MB
Release : 2005-06
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780881506976
Profiles four seasons worth of visitor attractions and activities in the Nutmeg State, in a revised and expanded travel guide that provides an alphabetical "What's Where" section for trip planning, extensive listings of lodgings and dining establishments, and icon identifiers for tourists with special needs. Original.
Author : Anastasia Mills Healy
Publisher : Reedy Press LLC
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 15,28 MB
Release : 2021-03-15
Category : History
ISBN : 1681063050
Did you know that there’s a Connecticut hotel room with a real helicopter inside? Can you guess who inspired the character of Indiana Jones, who was president before George Washington, and who flew before the Wright Brothers? Find the state’s most interesting and offbeat stories in Secret Connecticut: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Are you interested in taking a safari or racing a chariot? Had you ever heard that Martin Luther King Jr. spent two summers in Connecticut? Included are more than eighty engaging stories that provide insight into one of America’s oldest states. Inside are tales of pirates, an underground prison, and a possessed doll. Aren’t you curious about the spectacular stained glass church that was unknowingly built in the shape of a fish by a famous architect? From the world’s smallest Native American reservation to professionally coiffed cows and a replica of Marie Antoinette’s palace, you’ll find intrigue around every corner of this small but surprising state. Author Anastasia Mills Healy brings to life the long history of intriguing people, places, and events that will fascinate even life long residents of Connecticut.
Author : Christina Tree
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 707 pages
File Size : 14,76 MB
Release : 2012-09-17
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0881509612
Surveys the parks, campgrounds, inns, motels, restaurants, stores, sports, cultural activities, special events, and historic villages in Vermont.
Author : Mary Anne Hardy
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 533 pages
File Size : 42,74 MB
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1682682560
Hikes and walks throughout the Nutmeg State Leave the dense cities and tourist destinations of New England behind to explore the woods and hills of this beautiful state. Connecticut boasts a diversity of parks, sanctuaries, hills, woodlands, and wetlands, with hidden gems to satisfy hikers and explorers of all ilks. This sixth edition has been fully revised and updated to be the most comprehensive and thorough guide to Connecticut’s trails. The hikes range in length from 1 to 13 miles, and an overview chart makes it easy to choose a hike at a glance. Each chapter includes a detailed, easy- to- read map, information on mileage and rise, a clear trail description, and a wealth of information on natural and human history you’ll encounter along the way. Hikes include: • Sleeping Giant State Park • Bear Mountain • Wadsworth Falls • Windsor Locks Canal • Green Fall Pond
Author : Sharon Niederman
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 28,11 MB
Release : 2006-04-17
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581570287
This authoritative guide to the historic, mystical hub of the Southwest is highly recommended by Travel + Leisure and New Mexico magazines. This definitive travel guide by one of New Mexico's most highly-respected and widely-published food and travel journalists will appeal to the traveler who seeks an in-depth experience of northern New Mexico. Niederman knows the major attractions, the off-beat cafés, the luxurious spas, the history, back roads, festivals, and the area's scenic beauty like her own backyard. Vivid photographs accompany hundreds of personally recommended lodging and dining establishments, along with her insider's tips for the best places to go sightseeing, shop, or just relax. This is the only guide to Santa Fe and Taos that you will ever need.
Author : United States. National Park Service
Publisher :
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 36,61 MB
Release : 1968
Category : Historic buildings
ISBN :
Author : Carole Marsh
Publisher : Gallopade International
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 35,58 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780793395798
My First Book About Connecticut. An 'early bird' intro to basic state facts. Covers state basics such as the state's nickname, seal, song, bird, motto, flag, regions, industries, neighbors, and weather, plus an intro to history, people, and more. Excellent for grades 2, 3, and 4. Basic state information is presented in a non-intimidating way. Twenty-three activities reinforce basic state facts. Great for easy reproducible activities, centers, a-page-a-day handouts, simple homework assignments and more. Includes glossary, bibliography and index. It's never too early to study your great state!