Shawn Middleton: 21 books

The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d’Azur, is the stunning coastal area of southeastern France. Practice your French for a great vacation filled with breathtaking sights, exciting events and amazing gastronomical fare. Adjacent to Monaco and bordering the Mediterranean, the French...

Florence (Firenze) is Tuscany’s capital and was once Italy’s capital. The city is known for its influence during the Renaissance period between the 14th and 17th centuries. Florence has stunning artwork and galleries, manicured gardens, winding streets and delightful waterfront shops.

From the ashes of a great volcanic eruption arose the exotic Greek island of Santorini. The romantic island, named for Saint Irene, is located in the glistening Aegean Sea and is famous for its spectacular views, gorgeous beaches, impressive mountains and vibrant sunsets.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:...

The Italian Riviera is beautifully situated between the French Riviera, Monaco and Tuscany on Italy’s Ligurian coast.  Its chief city is the centrally located Genoa, which was the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. On the coast, Portofino attracts the rich and famous to its beautiful marina....

Sao Paulo, affectionately called “Sampa” by its residents, is the leading, business-oriented city in Brazil.  The urban center also offers an exciting nightlife and unmissable, all-you-can-eat steakhouses (churrascarias).  With many museums, cultural attractions, concert halls, and theaters,...

New York City has one of the largest and most famous skylines in the world, including the iconic Empire State Building, and is the largest city in the United States. "The Big Apple" as the city is known includes the five boroughs of Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx and Staten Island.  The...

Havana, the capital of Cuba is one of the Caribbean’s most exciting cities and is the island’s centre for trade and commerce with Cuban cigars being its most famous export. More than a million tourists come to Havana annually. The city is particularly popular with Canadians and Europeans wanting...

The Algarve, located on the south coast of Portugal, is the country's most popular vacation destination. With two hundred kilometres of sandy beaches and seaside, the Algarve is surprisingly cheap, very safe and rich in culture and diversity.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction to the...

Tuscany is located on the Tyrrhenian sea on Italy's west coast and is one of the most popular places to visit in the country. Many come to Tuscany to see the historic Renaissance artwork in Florence, to eat fine Tuscan cuisine and to drink the excellent red wine.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction...

Bruges’ perfect postcard image has been attracting visitors for over 100 years, with its gentle, calming canals, narrow, winding streets, and fairy-tale rooftops seemingly lost in time. Bruges now attracts visitors from all corners of the globe.  Despite being one of Belgium’s most visited...

The Amalfi Coast has one of the most beautiful coastlines in Italy and includes the cliffside towns of Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and Salerno.  The region, located to the south of Naples overlooking the Mediterranean, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction...

If you are the type of traveller to sneak away from group tours to check out what’s down a little side-alley, or fancy booking a holiday to a place none of your friends have heard of before, then Montenegro should be your next destination.  This tiny country in the Balkans has had its share...

One of the oldest cities in the United States, Charleston, South Carolina has both history and character. With cobblestone streets and decorative front porches, the buildings of Charleston provide a visible record of America's history from its pre-Revolutionary days.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:...

The lovely city of Valencia is located on the Spanish Mediterranean coast close to Ibiza and the Balearic Islands. It is a swirling metropolis of crispy paella, open-air markets, designer shops, sangria, sandy beaches and huge cathedrals.     TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction...