London: Monocle Travel Guide (Monocle Travel Guide Series, 1) Hardcover – June 23, 2015

Just came back from London, England for the Christmas Holiday and loved all of the suggestions found in the book! I'm a regular Monocole Magazine reader and looked forward to seeing their editorial team's recommendations in person. We stayed at a hotel, Ace, recommended by the book, and it was just as described. The restaurants and other attractions that they recommend aren't necessarily the biggest names on the scene, but more the kinds of quality places a local would want to frequent. I was really pleased that the book covers a vast number of neighborhoods and activities and really gives you a wholistic perspective of the city, and leaves it to the reader to pick and choose based on their lifestyle or interests. When I go on vacation, I typically go on shorter trips and so my time is really valuable. Getting great recommendations is really invaluable. In all, I was very happy with how the book was laid out. The organization of the sections themselves and the specific areas and categories they focused on. Also, its pocketable format (in a jacket or coat) made it really easy to take around town without sticking out as a tourist. A must have for Monocle-enthusiasts and a strong recommend for London visitors wanting make the best use of their time and experience some of the best London has to offer!

Most travel books are used for planning a trip then collect dust after. This is a nice keepsake for a trip and includes general essays and cultural notes that go far beyond the "see & do this" lists that most other guides focus on - you have the internet for that.I plan to get the one for my hometown (Chicago) to help me discover new areas of my own city and keep around for guests.

The Monocle guides - like the magazine itself - are handy resources for every city they have available. Great local restaurant recommendations and invaluable hotel choices, you can trust that everything in here is hand picked by the wonderful writers of the magazine.

Bought elsewhere because Amazon was out of stock at the time. It's a cheap little guide ($12.50 for a well-printed compact hardcover is nothing) catering towards the higher end traveler. Monocle itself is a lifestyle publication so no surprise they're all about elevated traveling instead of finding the most affordable option.I did not find this guide too useful planning for a trip but it does offer nice insight into what one could do to feel a bit more indulgent on vacation. I found the walking tours in the last few pages kinda neat as they lead you through a few select neighborhoods recommending shops and stores to visit. Where else but NYC would you want to window-shop? It's not the ability to buy but rather seeing all the small independent businesses thrive. For that, this book has its gems to pick out. The written content is pretty comprehensive for the limited options.

Looking forwards to a trip to New York

Very cute stocking stuffer for my pal going to london. Yay!

Excellent as expected!

Very difficult to follow where things are and no price points listed. I get the sense it lists the best of the best and that was not what I was interested in. I am selling it back and buying the Day guide Lonely Planet puts out. MUCH better resource!