World's Best Cities

Delving into the heart and soul of more than 225 cities around the globe <i>World's Best Citie</i>s is a glossy glorious tribute to cosmopolitan life. In photos and words this irresistible volume showcases long-established great cities like Paris Rome New York London and Tokyo as well as exciting up-and-comers including Denver Asheville Oslo and Abu Dhabi. As readable as it is beautiful this expansive travel guide offers a playful informative mix of inspirational personal narratives; photo galleries and fun facts; plus sidebars on oddities; where to find the best food and shopping; novels that capture a particular city's atmosphere; local secrets; and more. Many additional cities appear in illustrated lists such as eco-friendly cities foodie cities; and happiest cities. The twenty-first century is the Century of the City and on-the-go visitors and armchair travelers alike will make <i>World's Best Cities</i> a must-have volume to accompany all their urban adventures.