Frommer's England and Scotland - (Completeguide) 2nd Edition (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by A.I., or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We use seasoned, locally-based journalists like Deborah Collcutt, Katie Featherstone, Samantha Priestley, Simon Willmore, and Donald Strachan, plus part-time residents like Jason Cochran and Stephen Brewer because they are all real experts. The seven of them spent months checking out all of England's and Scotland's best hotels, attractions, shops, wineries, and restaurants in person, so they could offer authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the venues that suit your tastes and budget. In short, use this book and you'll be eating in the places most tourists don't know about, visiting top attractions at times when the crowds are at their thinnest, and patronizing the bars and clubs Brits and Scots hold dear.

Inside the guide:

Full-color photos and helpful maps, including a detachable foldout mapDetailed itineraries for planning your trip to suit your schedule and interests (and help you avoid lines and crowds)Candid reviews of the best restaurants, historic sights, museums, tours, shops, and experiences―and no-punches-pulled info on the ones not worth your time and moneyAccurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, telephone numbers, and moreCompelling cultural information so that you'll better understand the history, cuisine, and traditions of both Britain and ScotlandBudget-planning help with the lowdown on prices and ways to save money, whether you're traveling on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury

About Frommer's: There's a reason Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles, become a household name, and helped millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Review Quotes

"Frommer's guides cut through influencer noise and AI-generated jargon to give genuine recommendations born from personal journeys and deep understanding. It's the trusted voice of someone who's truly been there, offering insights you won't find anywhere else." - Samantha Brown, Host of PBS' Places to Love

"Frommer's earnest prose, alternately lyrical and artless but always compulsively informative, convey a near-missionary zeal for travel and elevated "Frommer's" from the how-to genre to the kind of book that could change a person's worldview." - The New York Times

"Frommer's has now re-established themselves among the leading travel titles... These human-scale books, written and published by people who genuinely know and love their subject, are perfect for travel's post-pandemic recovery". - The Guardian

"One of the most recognized guidebook brands in the world, Frommer's influence on the traveling public over the past seven decades has been profound. More than 75 million guidebooks bearing the Frommer name have been sold since the mid-1950s." - Travel Weekly Magazine

"It has been decades since I got my start as a travel writer, writing for Frommer's during my years living in Florence, but in my eyes they remain an unwavering go-to source and last word for any of the countless destinations they cover today. I've consulted them more times than I can remember and have never once been disappointed. Am so happy to see that Pauline Frommer and her cracker-jack team continue the enduring legacy of her father Arthur Frommer." - Patricia Schultz, author "1000 Places to See Before You Die"

"If you are a budget-conscious traveler looking for value-for-money recommendations, which includes most family travelers, Frommer's guidebooks offer an excellent choice. Focusing on affordable travel, Frommer's offers practical advice, insider tips, and a reliable rating system. It assigns one to three stars to places and experiences worth your time and money.

Three factors that set Frommer's apart:

Budget-friendly recommendations: Frommer's guidebooks provide a wide range of budget-friendly recommendations. Expect information for affordable accommodations, dining options, and attractions. They also offer money-saving tips to help you stretch your travel budget.Practical information: Frommer's guidebooks are known for their practical and detailed information. They contain everything you need to plan your trip efficiently, from transportation to multiple sample itinerary options.Local insights: Frommer's guidebooks include insights and recommendations from local experts, helping you experience a destination like a local. This unique perspective will enhance your travel experience."

- Gather + Go Travel Magazine

About the Author

Stephen Brewer has been focusing on European coverage for magazines and guidebooks for four decades and was a producer of a popular radio travel show for many years. He covers Italy, Greece, and other countries for Frommer's, and he is the author of Beautiful Small Coastal Towns for Rizzoli. Stephen divides his time between Manhattan and Italy.

Jason Cochran also wrote the award-winning Frommer's Guide to Orlando, Walt Disney World, and Universal, and he is the author of Here Lies America. He was twice awarded Guide Book of the Year by the Lowell Thomas Awards (Society of American Travel Writers) and once by the North American Travel Journalists Association. He has been writing about travel since the mid-'90s when he wrote one of the world's first travel blogs. He has been a commentator on CBS, the BBC, AOL, and others. For half a decade he co-hosted "The Travel Show" on WABC with Pauline Frommer. He was executive editor of AOL Travel and is editor-in-chief of Frommers.com.

Deborah Collcutt has been a travel writer and editor for many years. As group magazine editor at Archant, she wrote and commissioned travel articles on the southwest of England. A round-the-world cyclist who wrote about her travels by bike, she was editor of Conde Nast's London Concierge.com and also wrote for the London Evening Standard. As senior editor at Reach plc, she commissioned several articles. A Dorset devotee, she recently bought a plot of land in the Isle of Purbeck where she is currently building her own home.

Katie Featherstone is a freelance writer focusing on Scotland and the Icelandic Highlands. She has written guidebooks, articles, and hiking routes for a range of publications including Bradt Guides, The Guardian, The Independent, Trail Magazine, TGO Magazine, Hidden Europe, Walk Highlands, Scottish Islands Explorer, and Coast Magazine.

Samantha Priestley is a travel writer from Sheffield, England. A lover of historic buildings, quirky hotels, woodland walks, and literary trails, Samantha writes about travel and food and drink for publications such as The Independent, Lonely Planet, and Wanderlust. She also is an award-winning author, having written numerous plays, short stories, and novels.

Donald Strachan is a Scottish travel writer and journalist whop has lived most of his life "down south" in England. He has written about the country, and wider European travel, for publications all over the world including The Guardian, CNN.com, National Geographic Traveler, and The Sydney Morning Herald.

Simon Willmore is a travel writer and editor, with words in Wanderlust, National Geographic, and more. He's worked on books for Frommer's, Rough Guides, and Bradt, made videos for Times Travel, and edits JRNY magazine. He's an editor of The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century and was the youngest-ever chair of the British Guild of Travel Writers.