6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Smart Guide to an Oft Over-looked Region, Dec 10 2008
By P. Johnson - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bologna & Emilia-Romagna, 4th (Paperback)
I purchased this book prior to studying abroad in Bologna, and it has been an essential part of traveling in the region. If you plan on taking day trips throughout Emilia-Romagna this book will lead you to all the important things, especially where to eat! The histories and descriptions are witty and informative and seem to explain the sites better than most other guides I have encountered. My only complaint is that only the bigger cities (Bologna, Parma, Ravenna, etc) have maps, so you might find yourself a little lost if you don't find the tourist office or someone to point you in the right direction. It is really a great purchase that I would recommend for anyone who plans to travel or live in the region.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice detailed guide book, Nov 2 2008
By Chet Brewer "Chet Brewer" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bologna & Emilia-Romagna, 4th (Paperback)
I got this book as a planning guide for a trip to the Emilia romagna region in the next year or so. Most guidebooks ignore this region because it is a mainly agrarian part of the country. It seems to be well organized and easily makes a case for spending a week to ten days in the region. I think for folks who want to explore the heartland of italian cooking this is probably the right book. I think one of the nice touches is they identify several country Inns that seem to be nice alternatives to city hotels
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
great guide to Emilia-Romagna, Oct 4 2008
By Minga "Angel" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Bologna & Emilia-Romagna, 4th (Paperback)
We traveled to Bologna and Emilia cities and Appenines in September 2008. We loved every minute of it- great food, nice people, and beautiful scenery. This book gave us the best recommendations for restaurants and hotels, with interesting historical background. Well written and fluent.