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Condition
Very Good: A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious ...
ISBN
9781585446087
Subject Area
Travel, History
Publication Name
Historic Hotels of Texas : a Traveler's Guide
Publisher
Texas A&M University Press
Item Length
8.7 in
Subject
United States / State & Local / General, United States / South / West South Central (Ar, La, Ok, Tx), Food, Lodging & Transportation / Hotels, Inns & Hostels
Publication Year
2007
Type
Textbook
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
0.7 in
Author
Liz Carmack
Item Weight
21.9 Oz
Item Width
6.3 in
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Category

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Texas A&M University Press
ISBN-10
1585446084
ISBN-13
9781585446087
eBay Product ID (ePID)
59062811

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Historic Hotels of Texas : a Traveler's Guide
Publication Year
2007
Subject
United States / State & Local / General, United States / South / West South Central (Ar, La, Ok, Tx), Food, Lodging & Transportation / Hotels, Inns & Hostels
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Travel, History
Author
Liz Carmack
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
21.9 Oz
Item Length
8.7 in
Item Width
6.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2007-003213
Reviews
�What a �gang-busters� book! Elizabeth Carmack�s writing is clear and concise, the material well organized and not too long for each of the hotels. The photos, the maps, and the additional information on the towns�where to eat, things to do, places to get more facts�are excellent. Be assured that I will plan trips around these hotels.�--Frances B. Vick, Former Director of UNT Press, "What a 'gang-busters' book! Elizabeth Carmack's writing is clear and concise, the material well organized and not too long for each of the hotels. The photos, the maps, and the additional information on the towns--where to eat, things to do, places to get more facts--are excellent. Be assured that I will plan trips around these hotels."--Frances B. Vick, Former Director of UNT Press, "What a 'gang-busters' book! Elizabeth Carmack's writing is clear and concise, the material well organized and not too long for each of the hotels. The photos, the maps, and the additional information on the towns-where to eat, things to do, places to get more facts-are excellent. Be assured that I will plan trips around these hotels."--Frances B. Vick, Former Director of UNT Press, "For anyone living in, traveling to, or just fond of the state, this packable Texas guidebook is a valuable companion."- Southern Living
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
910.4609764
Synopsis
A guide for those looking for out-of-the-ordinary lodging or travel destinations in Texas. It includes profiles of sixty-four hotels that are at least fifty years old, have been in operation as places of lodging for the majority of their existence, and are still open. It also provides contacts for reservations, room rates, parking, and tips., From rural towns to mid-size cities to urban metropolises and in every region of the state, more than sixty historic hotels welcome overnight lodgers in Texas. After traveling at least 20,000 miles to visit these unique accommodations first-hand, author Liz Carmack has written the essential guide for anyone looking for out-of-the-ordinary lodging or travel destinations. Historic Hotels of Texas includes detailed profiles of sixty-four hotels that are at least fifty years old, have been in operation as places of lodging for the majority of their existence, and are still open today. Ranging from stage-coach inns and railroad hotels to resort and community-built lodging, some facilities have retained the flavor of their origins; others have become sleek commercial establishments or have been transformed into trendy, boutique locations. Anticipating the diverse interests of travelers, Carmack offers advice in her introduction to help readers choose hotels according to taste and occasion. Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway, booking a fishing trip, planning a ghost hunting excursion, or going on a cycling tour, Historic Hotels of Texas offers the perfect lodging option to complement your interests. In her description for each hotel, Carmack includes fascinating historical nuggets and focuses on special characteristics that create the unique ambience so often found in these living tributes to the past. An "Essentials" sidebar includes contacts for reservations, room rates, payment methods, parking, and pet accommodations as well as details about amenities and facilities. The author notes the hotel's historic registration status and also offers a tip or two from her experiences.Together, the information summaries and insider tips give readers the details they need to choose the hotels that best suit their tastes and to make the most of their visits. Historic Hotels of Texas is indispensable for travelers interested in both a good night's sleep and the culture and history of the great state of Texas., From rural towns to mid-size cities to urban metropolises and in every region of the state, more than sixty historic hotels welcome overnight lodgers in Texas. After traveling at least 20,000 miles to visit these unique accommodations first-hand, author Liz Carmack has written the essential guide for anyone looking for out-of-the-ordinary lodging or travel destinations. Historic Hotels of Texas includes detailed profiles of sixty-four hotels that are at least fifty years old, have been in operation as places of lodging for the majority of their existence, and are still open today. Ranging from stagecoach inns and railroad hotels to resort and community-built lodging, some facilities have retained the flavor of their origins; others have become sleek commercial establishments or have been transformed into trendy, boutique locations. Anticipating the diverse interests of travelers, Carmack offers advice in her introduction to help readers choose hotels according to taste and occasion. Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway, booking a fishing trip, planning a ghost hunting excursion, or going on a cycling tour, Historic Hotels of Texas offers the perfect lodging option to complement your interests. In her description for each hotel, Carmack includes fascinating historical nuggets and focuses on special characteristics that create the unique ambience so often found in these living tributes to the past. An "Essentials" sidebar includes contacts for reservations, room rates, payment methods, parking, and pet accommodations as well as details about amenities and facilities. The author notes the hotel's historic registration status and also offers a tip or two from her experiences. Together, the information summaries and insider tips give readers the details they need to choose the hotels that best suit their tastes and to make the most of their visits. Historic Hotels of Texas is indispensable for travelers interested in both a good night's sleep and the culture and history of the great state of Texas.
LC Classification Number
TX907.3.T4C37 2007

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