Vilnius with Kaunas The Bradt City Guide

by Jarvis, Howard; Taylor, Neil

• ISBN13: 9781841621128
• ISBN10: 1841621129
• Edition: Miniature
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-07-01
• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

Summary

Part of the "Bradt" series of individual city guides to the Baltic capitals. This title provides comprehensive practical information on accommodation, transport, entertainment and short trips beyond the city.

Author Biography

Gordon McLachlan is a professional travel writer specializing in Germany and eastern Europe. He is the author of Lithuania: The Bradt Travel Guide and coauthor of Baltic Capitals. His special interests include music, photography, art and architecture, hiking, and gastronomy.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	p. VI
Introduction	p. VII
How to use this book	p. XI
Contexts	p. 1
History	p. 1
Politics	p. 14
Economy and business	p. 15
People	p. 18
Religion	p. 19
Culture and festivals	p. 20
Geography and climate	p. 24
Planning	p. 25
The city - a practical overview	p. 25
When to visit	p. 26
Suggested itineraries	p. 27
Tour operators	p. 29
Red tape	p. 31
Customs	p. 33
Getting there and away	p. 33
Health	p. 37
Safety	p. 38
What to take	p. 39
Money	p. 39
Practicalities	p. 42
Changing money	p. 42
Local media	p. 43
Communications	p. 44
Embassies in Vilnius	p. 46
Hospitals and pharmacies	p. 47
English-language church services	p. 48
Tourist information	p. 48
Maps	p. 49
Local tour operators	p. 49
Local transport	p. 51
Airport transfer	p. 51
Buses and trolleybuses	p. 51
Car hire	p. 52
Taxis	p. 53
Cycling	p. 53
Accommodation	p. 55
Luxury hotels	p. 56
First-class hotels	p. 59
Mid-range hotels	p. 68
Budget hotels and guesthouses	p. 72
Hostels	p. 74
Bed and breakfast	p. 75
Eating and drinking	p. 76
Restaurants	p. 77
Cafes	p. 86
Entertainment and nightlife	p. 91
Opera, ballet and concerts	p. 91
Films and theatre	p. 94
Bars and clubs	p. 95
Gay Vilnius	p. 100
Shopping	p. 102
Shopping centres	p. 102
Amber	p. 103
Bookshops	p. 104
Souvenirs	p. 106
Walking tours	p. 108
Old Town walk	p. 108
Further walks	p. 122
Museums and sightseeing	p. 130
Museums and galleries	p. 130
Churches	p. 140
Landmarks	p. 151
Cemeteries	p. 157
Beyond the city	p. 160
Europa Park	p. 160
Kaunas	p. 162
Trakai	p. 185
Kernave	p. 192
Language	p. 195
Alphabet	p. 195
Pronunciation	p. 195
Useful words and expressions	p. 196
Further information	p. 201
Books	p. 201
Websites	p. 203
Index	p. 207
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