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It is 1922, and London is tense. Ex-servicemen are disillusioned, the out-of-work and the hungry are demanding change. And in South London, in a genteel Camberwell villa, a large silent house now bereft of brothers, husband and even servants, life is about to be transformed, as impoverished widow Mrs Wray and her spinster daughter, Frances, are obliged to take in lodgers.
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"Welcome Home is your guide to embracing the four seasons and celebrations at home, with more fun and less fuss. Myquillyn Smith will help you use your home the way you've always dreamed, as you become a hustle-free hostess and infuse your cozy minimalist home with simple yet impactful touches that welcome the seasons"--
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Etiquette tips from an experienced consultant and etiquette partner for high-profile clients. The Five-Step Meier Method goes beyond tradition and custom, however, to include kindness, consideration, and respect. Advice for personal and professional life includes first impressions, being a good guest, networking, table manners, and more.
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"The Louis XVI Hotel on the rue Boissy d'Anglas just off the Faubourg St. Honore in Paris had been closed for renovations for four years. The street it was on was particularly appropriate, open only to foot traffic. It was guarded by a policeman, who would open the barrier for a car to pass carrying an important person, or guests of the exclusive hotel. Smaller than the grand 'palaces', the five-star hotels of Paris, it was a favorite among those...
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A direct and informative Wordbook of Idiom and Slang which is directed at giving explanation to the meaning of and the correct usage of the Australian English language.
There are some words used that may offend as they have converse meanings to other English Speaking countries; however, there is no intent to offend or malign or denigrate anybody.
This book is designed to be informative, educational, and full of humor and will give the reader insight...
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This book explores the various aspects of coffee culture around the globe, relating the rich history of this beverage and the surroundings where it is produced and consumed to coffee destination development and to the visitor experience. Coffee and tourism venues explored range from the café districts of Australia, Canada, Germany and New Zealand to the traditional and touristic coffee houses of Malaysia and Cyprus to coffee-producing destinations...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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Dear esteemed members of the hospitality industry, This book culminates real-life examples and insights from years of experience in the F&B sector, hotels, and hospitality businesses. With over two decades of experience and a deep passion for the industry, I have meticulously documented my observations and learnings. The essence of hospitality lies in the art of hosting, going above and beyond to ensure that guests feel welcomed, valued, and cared...
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Sonny Kleinfield gives readers a glimpse of luxury, exploring the goings-on of New York's Plaza Hotel. Considered the world's finest luxury hotel upon opening its doors in 1907, the Plaza has hosted kings and queens, tycoons, legends of culture, and world leaders. In The Hotel, Sonny Kleinfield dives into the world of luxury accommodation, focusing not on the A-list guests but the thirteen hundred-plus employees who tote luggage, change light bulbs,...
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To research this book, the authors traveled to six continents, interviewed nearly a hundred industry experts, and analyzed multiple emerging trends among LGBT travelers. The Handbook of LGBT Tourism and Hospitality is an easy-to-read, practical, and relevant guidebook with a simple goal: to help marketing professionals, business owners, and allied professionals compete in the increasingly competitive global LGBT travel and hospitality industry.
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This new and extended guide will answer you all the questions before relocating to Costa Rica and will let you discover the country of "La pura vida" at your own pace before you even get there. This guide will help you: Get all the essential up-to-date trends, personal stories from expatriates, an insight of the mentality of the "Tico", profound immigration information, business ideas for Costa Rica, real estate knowledge, from importing products...
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This book explores the social and cultural constructions and debates of what are dogs and what is leisure. It looks at how working dogs play a significant role in leisure experiences such as ensuring the safety of air transport, and considers the differing roles and changing acceptance of dogs' involvement in sport. Within the setting of the animal welfare and sentience debates, it examines the leisure needs of dogs and their owners. Providing an...
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Do you want to go beyond just making good coffee? Successful cafe entrepreneurs are not only keeping their doors open but also opening more doors to opportunities. If you want to build a sustainable cafe business and have people lining up to do business with you – and for your business to support a better lifestyle and positively impact our world – this book is for you. In Count More Beans you'll discover the seven key areas to focus on to make...
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• All the knowledge needed for running a profitable business
• Revised and updated with new information on computers, the Internet, and cell phones
Experienced and first-time innkeepers need reliable information to help them meet the challenges of running a successful inn. This book reveals the secrets of the best inns, including information on securing financing, buying and managing the inn, attracting the right guests, developing a business...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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This book provides critical in-depth reviews on key themes and issues in tourism research in China. These themes include: Chinese scholars' epistemological views of tourism, rural tourism development, community participation in tourism, tourist market and behaviour, tourist attraction management and tour guiding and interpretation in China. While Chinese scholars are often able to access key research in both English and Chinese, the majority of researchers...
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Como resultado de años de trabajo y estudio en el seno del Máster Universitario en Dirección y Planificación del Turismo que se imparte en la Facultad de Empresa y Gestión Pública del Campus de Huesca de la Universidad de Zaragoza, se presenta este libro de investigación sobre turismo, un fenómeno de gran importancia desde el punto de vista social, económico y cultural. La Diputación Provincial de Huesca apoya esta obra y se plantea como...
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Guide to Front Office Operation is a primer on the lodging and hotel business. The manual gives the user an overview of the front office or reception in a lodging operation with a look into the world of hotels. It explains the guest cycle and how it affects the hotel operation at every stage of the cycle. The guide includes outlines of basic and standard procedures as practised in hotels worldwide.The manual is ideal for managers and owners especially...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.