Books by Auburn Scallon

Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest (Travel Guide)

by Jennifer D. Walker, Auburn Scallon

Whether you're sipping Czech beer with locals or exploring hilltop castles, get to know these fairytale cities with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest. Inside you'll find:

Flexible itineraries for 1 to 5 days in Prague, Vienna, and Budapest that can be combined into a longer trip Strategic advice for foodies, art lovers, history buffs, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Enjoy classical music in Vienna, wander through labyrinthine Habsburg palaces, or soak in Budapest's thermal Széchenyi baths. Hike through the Vienna Woods or bike through the Wachau Valley, where ruined castles, vineyards, and rolling hills line the banks of the Danube. Admire the works of Klimt and Schiele in Vienna's glamorous galleries, take in the festive atmosphere at Prague's Christmas markets, and walk across the romantic Charles Bridge as the sun sets over the Vltava The best local flavors: Sip a Melange in a cozy booth of a classic Viennese coffeehouse, sample local wine at a Hungarian vineyard, and kick back with a pint of pilsner at one of Prague's beer gardens Ideas for side trips from each city, including Liberec, Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, and the Kutná Hore Bone Church Honest insight from Budapest local Jennifer Walker and Prague local Auburn Scallon Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Background information on the landscape, history, and cultural customs of each city Handy tools such as visa information, Hungarian, German, and Czech phrasebooks, and tips for traveling with children or as a senior

Experience the best of these three cities at your own pace with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest.

Exploring more of Europe's top spots? Check out Moon Rome, Florence & Venice or Moon Barcelona & Madrid.

Moon Prague & Beyond: Day Trips, Local Spots, Strategies to Avoid Crowds (Travel Guide)

by Moon Travel Guides, Auburn Scallon

Dramatic Gothic monuments, breathtaking castles, and fairytale spires: Take your time in this magical city with Moon Prague & Beyond.

Explore In and Around the City: Get to know Prague's most interesting neighborhoods, like the Castle District, Old Town, and Lesser Town, and nearby areas, including Kutná Hora, Liberec, and the Moravian wine country Go at Your Own Pace: Choose from multiple itinerary options designed for foodies, history buffs, art lovers, outdoor adventurers, and more See the Sights: Stroll through the vast Vysehrad complex and relax in the beer garden, marvel at the medieval astronomical clock and the twisted Dancing House, or wander the winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. Climb the Charles Bridge towers, snap a photo in front of the John Lennon Wall, and watch the sunset from a riverside boardwalk Get Outside the City: Hike to Trosky Castle at the summit of a volcanic plug, grab a pint of Pilsner at Pilsen's namesake brewery, explore natural wine vineyards, or study the intricate Baroque monuments of Olomouc Savor the Flavors: Linger over coffee at a riverside café, enjoy a hearty dinner of meat and potatoes or a light lunch from a street stall, and snack on fried cheese and Czech sausage at a corner bar Experience the Nightlife: Savor a pivo in a beer garden, kick back at an Old Town pub, or see what's on tap at a microbrewery. Sample local, seasonal wines or catch a live music performance in a former army barracks. Sip Art Nouveau-inspired creations at a craft cocktail bar or soak up 360-degree views of the city from a rooftop bar Get to Know the Real Prague: Follow honest suggestions from Prague local Auburn Scallon Full-Color Photos and Detailed Maps, including a full-color foldout map Handy Tools: Background information on Prague's history and culture, plus tips on what to pack, where to stay, and how to get around

Day trip itineraries, favorite local spots, and strategies to skip the crowds: Take your time with Moon Prague & Beyond.

Exploring more of Eastern Europe? Check out Moon Budapest & Beyond.

Moon Prague, Vienna and Budapest Palaces and Castles, Art and Music, Coffeehouses and Beer Gardens

by Moon Travel Guides, Jennifer D. Walker, Auburn Scallon

Whether you're sipping Czech beer with locals or exploring hilltop castles, get to know these fairytale cities with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest. Inside you'll find:

• Flexible itineraries for multiple days in Prague, Vienna, and Budapest that can be combined into a longer trip
• Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Admire Prague's intricate Gothic architecture, stroll the grand halls of Schönbrunn Palace, and climb the winding staircases to a magnificent view at Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest. Relax to classical music where Beethoven composed his masterpieces or soak in the healing waters of a natural thermal bath. Bike alongside ruined castles, vast vineyards, and the banks of the Danube in the Wachau Valley. Wander through the largest art history museum in Austria and admire ancient Egyptian frescoes, Renaissance and Baroque paintings, and various antiquities
• Savor local flavors: Sip a Mélange in a cozy Viennese coffeehouse or a foamy pivo in a sunny beer garden. Snack on hearty sausage, classic schnitzel, or peppery goulash. Satisfy your sweet tooth with flaky honey cake, rich Sachertorte, and cinnamon sugar trdelník
• Ideas for side trips from each city, including Liberec, Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, and the Kutná Hora Bone Church
• Expert insight from Budapest local Jennifer Walker and Prague local Auburn Scallon
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Background information on the landscape, history, and cultural customs of each city
• Handy tools such as visa information, Hungarian, German, and Czech phrasebooks, and tips for traveling with children or as a senior, solo female travelers, and LGBTQ+ travelers

Experience the best of these three cities at your own pace with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest.

Exploring more of Europe's top spots? Check out Moon Rome, Florence & Venice or Moon Portugal.



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